Christmas is over. You’ve eaten all the leftovers, taken down the tree and seen enough Christmas markets to last you a lifetime… or at least next year. All that’s left to do for 2025 is celebrate New Year’s Eve in Birmingham. So once you’ve written down your resolutions and bought an outrageous outfit that redefines your style in 2026, it’s time to pick out the perfect New Year’s Eve party.
1. Albert’s Schloss
Birmingham’s famous Alpine party spot says farewell to 2025 and hello to 2026, as it invites you to party like it’s 1999. Rewinding the clock to the turn of the century, Albert’s Schloss is digging out the crop-tops, bucket hats and double denim. Haus bands and DJs will be throwing it back to the millennium with the best the late 90s and Y2K bangers! Or why not kick off the celebrations a little early with Albert’s Schloss’ Noon Year’s Eve? Enjoy an afternoon of live entertainment, flowing drinks and a delectable three-course menu. To learn more, head here.
2. BOXOUT
BOXOUT has put Birmingham on the map for championing local black talent. This New Year’s Eve, the all-black dancehall countdown is taking over XOYO Birmingham. If that wasn’t enough, Shaqfive with DJ Mexy, Supa D and Donch Deejay is taking over the Digbeth nightclub on New Year’s Day. To learn more about events, head here.
3. The Old Crown
Are you yearning for a nostalgic New Year’s Eve house party? Birmingham’s oldest pub has the solution. Head to The Old Crown on December 31st for an unforgettable night filled with old-school house party vibes. Think red cups, beer pong, and dancing the night away to your favourite 90s and 00s hits! You can learn more here.
4. DNB Allstars
Forum Digbeth has doubled its capacity from 2,000 to 4,000, thanks to the addition of a brand-new adjoining warehouse space, The Annexe. Just in time for DnB Allstars’ massive New Year’s Eve celebration—with a line-up consisting of Bou, BISH, BassLayerz, MC Spyda, Aries, Selecta J-Man, SKANTIA, Born on Road, Carasel MC, MC Haribo, Blu Bomma, Kelvin 373, DRZ and OKO DNB. Get your tickets here.
5. NYE at The Owl
Digbeth’s retro hotspot, The Night Owl, returns with its classic NYE party. This year, it’s celebrating the very best alternative and retro artists from the 60s through to the 90s. Expect everything from soul and Motown to indie, mod, new wave, funk, and more to keep you moving right through to the countdown. To learn more, head here.
6. New Year’s Eve x Luna Springs
Luna Springs wraps up an exciting year with a BANG this New Year’s Eve with electrifying performers, non-stop DJ sets, and two epic stages of music. For the Luna NYE Party, get ready for club classics in the Club Room, and tech-house and garage in the Main Stage Terrace—both are fully covered and heated if you’re worried about staying warm! Plus, there are live Ibiza dancers, stilt walkers, confetti showers, and street food traders. You can get your tickets here.
7. Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend – Masquerade Ball
Tonight Josephine is taking us into 2026 in dazzling fashion. This glamorous masquerade ball, Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend, invites you to slip on your heels, hide behind your mask, and let your inner diamond shine this NYE. Think diamonds, drama, and divine cocktails, all wrapped up in Josephine sass, and hosted by drag queen Kenya Knott and her dazzling dancer Zoe.
8. New Year’s Eve at Hockley Social Club: The Final Dance
This is it. The end. Hockley Social Club’s Final Dance. After five years inside the old print works, say goodbye with live music, incredible street food, and one last celebration on the dancefloor. Tuck into West Midlands Jerk Centre, Filthy Burgers and Urban Cheesecake, while Shanty Town perform! Get your tickets here.
9. Downstairs at The Grand Presents New Year’s Eve
Birmingham’s newest late-night live jazz bar, Downstairs at The Grand, welcomes the arrival of 2026 with a touch of class. Dance the night away with live entertainment, and raise a glass of champagne at the stroke of midnight! You can learn more here.
10. MOHO vs Sum Cellar: New Year’s Eve
Two of Birmingham’s biggest parties are clashing on New Year’s Eve. MOHO and Sum Cellar residents and special guests are inacting a full venue takeover of The Rainbow Pub. Get your tickets here.
11. NYE at the Hare & Hounds
The Hare And Hounds in Kings Heath’s full venue New Year’s Eve takeover is back—with 80s and 90s anthems, club classics, and disco and indie hits. Get your tickets here.
12. Coyote Ugly NYE
Wall-to-wall anthems, Coyotes dancing on the bar, shots flowing, and a night wilder than a rodeo on Broad Street. This is Coyote Ugly Presents: New Year’s Eve – Wild Ones. Grab a ticket and skip the queue here.
13. New Year’s Eve at Mama’s
Three dancefloors for the price of one night? Sing us up! Mama Roux’s crew of 15 musicians, DJs and performers for a night of house, disco, and live music looks to be the biggest NYE ever at “Digbeth’s original party house”. Expect a special B2B with George Davis and Faraz Taghivi all night long, countdown vocals from Wynter, the legendary Mama’s House Band headed up by a guest appearance from Simon Jr, a ridiculously large confetti cannon, and, of course, house and disco from Kenny Benson. You can learn more here.
14. New Year’s Eve @ Snobs
Snobs’ New Year’s Eve is its biggest of the year! With three huge rooms of music offering something for everyone, tune into everything from indie and emo rock to dance anthems and hip hop classics. You can learn more here.
15. New Year’s Aussie Style
How do they celebrate New Year’s Eve Down Under? We’re about to find out at Walkabout! Massive tunes, ice-cold drinks, and even a bottomless brunch, kick off the NYE countdown the Australian way. You can learn more here.