
December 31
9:00pm–12:30am
Tulyp Hotel, Holland
This festive, friendly event features a champagne toast, pizza, snacks, and sparkly activities. Tickets available for $30 per person. There is limited seating, so be sure to show up on time. If guests are interested, they may receive a discounted hotel room for $150 just by mentioning the event. Be in the heart of downtown to ring in the new year! For more details, visit the Facebook event page.

December 31
7:30pm–12:30am
Park Theater, Holland
If you’re someone who wants to ring in the new year with a tune, be sure to check out the bash happening at Park Theatre. From rock to blues, there’s a variety of music being played there. Those who attend will have access to a full bar, snacks, pizza, and a balloon drop when the clock strikes midnight. The general admission is $10 in advance and $15 day of show. There is also VIP seating available for $25, if interested.

December 31
10:00pm–12:00am
Near Big E’s, Holland
If you can’t make it to the iconic ball drop in NYC, you can attend the one happening right in Downtown Holland. Next to Big E’s on 8th Street (on the good ol’, decrepit splash pad) will be a midnight ball drop. There will be dinner and drink specials at Big E’s, including exclusive room packages at the Courtyard Hotel and music all-night-long by The Van. This celebration commences at 10pm and continues until 12am. For more details, visit the Facebook event page.

December 31
9:30pm–12:30am
Hops at 84 East, Holland
If you’re looking for a dinner celebration, you might want to check out Hops at 84 East on 8th Street. There will be an exclusively curated New Year’s Eve menu. From lobster tail and ravioli to a hot fudge cookie crust cheesecake, you'll find plenty of tasteful options to start your festivities at 3pm until 10pm. Seating options will be limited, with half of available seating reserved for call-ahead reservations. Take a look here for the seating procedure and to make reservations. Live music will be provided by The Teddy Brewer Experience, so come ready to hear some tunes as you dine.

January 1
11:00am–10:00pm
New Holland Brewing Co., Holland
After the New Year’s celebrations come to an end, join those at New Holland Brewing Co. for a fun experience—dining while dressed in your best pajamas or onesie. For more details, visit the Facebook event page.

Sierra Ozolins is a West Michigan native, currently a student at Hope College. As an athlete, she is passionate about fitness—from running to weightlifting. With a interest for politics and lifestyle, she is intrigued how local culture, community, and everyday events shape the world around her—often with an iced coffee in hand and her dog by her side.