The pulse of Downtown Los Angeles is quickening as the final hours of 2025 approach. From historic landmarks to underground bass-heavy dance floors, the district is offering a wide-ranging spectrum of celebrations. From the mystery of a magic shows to a midnight countdown under the stars, here the DT Weekly Official Countdown to 2026.
10… New Year, New Rhythms: Jeremy Sole
How about Hidden within the industrial heart of the Arts District, The East Angel is a premier contemporary event space that captures the neighborhood’s grit and evolution. A modern sanctuary for global rhythm, this New Year’s Eve, Jeremy Sole and Marques Wyatt will lead a soulful journey into 2026 with a health dose of Afro-house and deep disco. Jeremy Sole’s LE FRIQUE SONIQUE will join forces with Marques Wyatt’s DEEP for “DEEP FRIQUE NYE”, also featuring Travis Holcombe and Big Cee for a one-of-a-kind celebration within a stunning venue, complete with a spacious dance floor, open-air patio, beautiful design, multiple restrooms, two bars, and delicious food options. DEEP FRIQUE is going to be the kind of night where the bass keeps time with your heartbeat and the only resolutions that matter are to never stop moving. Tickets for this global groove session start at $62. 670 S. Anderson St., Los Angeles, CA 90023
9… Midnight Masquerade: Clifton’s Monsters Ball
Step through the doors and into a 1930s-inspired woodland dream world. Originally opened in 1932, Clifton’s Republic is a landmark of DTLA escapism, famous for its massive faux redwood tree that rises multiple stories through the center of the bar. For the “NYE Monster’s Ball Ft Machinedrum,” guests will navigate four floors of fantasy, culminating in a “Tree Awakening” Ritual: with world-exclusive midnight vocal performance by ATTILA CSIHAR and $1,000+ Costume Contest judged by cosplay icon AMANDA LYNNE (@realamandalynne) and costume designer ORCHID SATELLITE who has designed for Doja Cat, Lady Gaga, Lil Nas X and Ariana Grande. www.cliftonsrepublic.com
The night gives way to Live Wushu Sword Arts exhibitions bringing cinematic combat to the dance floor. Gourmet Mexican Cuisine and Seafood curated byDom’s Taverna (available for purchase or included w VIP). Premium Libations sponsored by Fords Gin, Laie Vermouth, and Firestone Walker Brewing. Roaming Monsters and interactive creatures haunting the venue. And, of course, Los Angeles’ most creative people dressed to Kill. Admission to this surrealist spectacle range from at $76.54, to $1000 VIP making it the ultimate place to shed the old skin and debut a new persona for 2026. 648 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014.
8… A Toast to the Impossible: David Minkin
Photo courtesy of Precinct
Behind the ornate Beaux-Arts facade of the “Host of the Coast” lies a century of Old Hollywood secrets. Opened in 1923, the Millennium Biltmore was the original home of the Academy Awards and the place where the Oscar statuette was first sketched on a napkin. This NYE, International Champion of Magic David Minkin hosts an intimate close-up magic experience in a hidden Victorian parlor.
David performs his breathtaking show just inches from the audience, welcoming guests into a unique world of infinite possibilities. The show features original magic beautifully paired with an authentic personal narrative. Watch as solid objects melt through one another, witness time travel, experience mind reading, and be inspired by the stories that weave it all together.
With tickets ranging from $55 to $250, it’s a night of mystery that proves 2026 is the year where anything is possible. The experience takes place just steps away from the hotel’s famed Gallery Bar—adorned with angelic sculptures and Poseidon’s trident—providing the perfect atmosphere to toast the New Year before or after the show.506 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90071.
7… Pop the Cork Underground: Vibe LA
Descend into the basement of the 1914 El Dorado Lofts to find a space that originally served as a Prohibition-era speakeasy. The Stowaway remains a clandestine hideaway tucked beneath the Historic Core, offering a subterranean escape from the city streets. For NYE 2026, Vibe LA takes over this legendary lounge for a night of high-energy celebration.
The event features two distinct rooms pulsing with Hip Hop, R&B, and throwbacks, alongside Reggaeton, Perreo, and Latin vibes. Guests can enjoy full bar service and premium table reservations as they prepare for the grand transition into the New Year. To ensure the night is unforgettable, the venue is providing party favors for all attendees and a complimentary midnight champagne toast to accompany the synchronized countdown to 2026 in both rooms.
Doors open at 9 PM, and entry is free with an RSVP before 10:00 PM, with General Admission starting at $20. Due to the popularity of this subterranean lounge, early arrival is strongly recommended. This event is strictly for those 21 and over with a valid ID. Prepare to dance away the memories of 2025 in one of the most historic corners of downtown. 416 S. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90013. www.stowawayla.com
6… Pride, Passion, and Performance: Precinct DTLA
Since Precinct opened its doors in 2015 on the corner of 4th and Broadway, the venue has breathed new life into the Historic Core as well as its turn-of-the-century building, which once housed the Department of Corrections. Today, it stands as an 8,500-square-foot cornerstone for the Downtown queer renaissance, featuring an expansive dance floor, industrial-chic exposed brick, and a massive wraparound terrace—seen from the street below always teeming with life. Go
The bar is widely recognized for its “come as you are” spirit, attracting an eclectic mix of club kids and neighborhood regulars. Beyond its signature rock-and-roll edge, Precinct is a staple for alternative performance art, having served as a home for legendary local residents and internationally known drag stars alike.
For NYE 2026, Precinct presents “Family NYE,” a high-octane celebration of queer excellence hosted by The Tony Soto Show and Spiciest Meatball. The night features a heavy-hitting lineup of dancers including Harwick, Tommy Darko, T. Dickota, Lobito, and Zaddy, with music provided by DJ Bella Spreads. The “Midnight Moment” will be marked by a complimentary champagne toast by Chandon to ring in the New Year. Entry is $10 at the door, with proceeds going toward keeping the party going and the community strong. It’s the ultimate destination for those whose resolution is to live more out and proud this year. 357 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013.
5… Dress Up and Dance: Pattern Bar
Pattern Bar is located on the ground floor of the Marsh-Strong Building, a towering 12-story landmark designed by noted architect Fred R. Dorn and completed in 1914. Described at its opening as “absolutely fireproof,” this Beaux-Arts masterpiece originally housed nearly 400 offices above a bustling department store. Today, its symmetrical terra-cotta facade and high-relief pilasters stand as a testament to Downtown Los Angeles’ early skyscraper era. The bar continues to honor these garment-industry roots with a menu of handcrafted cocktails named after legendary fashion designers.
Widely recognized as a premier destination for house music in the city, Pattern Bar remains a local favorite for those seeking high-end mixology paired with an underground beat. For New Year’s Eve, there will be a cover charge at the door for anyone without an Eventbrite RSVP. Those who reserve ahead of time receive free entry and a golden wristband, granting access to a complimentary bubbly toast when the clock strikes midnight. 100 W. 9th St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
4… Tropical Resolutions: Kiso
Located on the ground floor of the historic Barclay Hotel, Kiso carries the weight of Downtown Los Angeles history. This space once housed “Score,” one of the city’s oldest and most storied gay bars. Today, Kiso has reimagined the venue as a Mayan-inspired tropical sanctuary, blending ancient aesthetics with the pulse of modern DTLA.
For New Year’s Eve, the “BABYBOI” takeover is set to be one of the most talked-about events in the city. Running from 9 PM to 2 AM, the night serves as a high-octane celebration “for the boys and those who love them,” with a firm commitment to being a space inclusive of trans and gender-nonconforming identities. Allies are welcomed into a sanctuary where the streets and the community come together to ring in 2026.
3… Rooftop Dreams: Inanna Bar at Hoxtown Downtown LA
Sitting atop a 1922 Beaux-Arts building that once served as the headquarters for the city’s yellow streetcars, this rooftop destination offers panoramic views of the skyline. Inanna Bar celebrates the spirit of the Mediterranean with mezze plates and botanical cocktails 11 stories up.
For NYE, Inanna Bar at Hoxton, Downtown LA invites extended stays, bringing in the new year with their “Arabian Nights” NYE takeover with a three-course prix fixe feast and full access to a hotel-wide celebration—complete with tarot card readings, belly dancers, live DJs, and a champagne toast.
Use the code PARTYTIME when booking a room. It includes two tickets to the hotel-wide party and a $50 credit for a recovery breakfast at Moonlark’s Dinette on New Year’s Day. 1060 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015
2… A Grand Resolution: Union Station
Often called the “Last of the Great Railway Stations,” this 1939 architectural marvel is a masterpiece of Mission Moderne style. Union Station has been the backdrop for countless films, from Blade Runner to The Dark Knight Rises. For “Resolutions NYE,” the historic Ticket Concourse transforms into an electronic cathedral featuring a headlining set by Bonobo. Tickets start at $94.76, turning your transit into a transformation. 800 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
1… The Final Countdown: Grand Park
Stretching across 12 acres from the Music Center to the iconic 1928 City Hall, this park is the literal heart of civic life in Los Angeles. Grand Park’s NYELA is the West Coast’s largest free New Year’s Eve celebration. The night culminates in a signature 3D projection mapping show on City Hall themed “The Power of One.” Best of all, this community gathering is completely free, offering the ultimate place for the city to resolve to move forward together. 200 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
