Ready to bid farewell to 2025 and welcome in a sparkly, fresh 2026? Raise a glass and dance your heart out into the wee hours at these kid-free blow-out parties.
The Legwarmers at State Theatre
You can dance if you want to—but don’t leave your friends behind! D.C.’s favorite tribute band will resurrect the best hits from the ‘80s, so come out and Safety Dance at The State Theatre. Dress real neat from your hats to your feet, with your big hair, neon bracelet stacks, parachute pants and—of course—legwarmers, and party with the other material girls and guys. Doors open at 8. Enjoy a finger food buffet while supplies last. 220 N. Washington St., Falls Church
Bar Chinois
Get dolled up and skip cooking on Dec. 31 with a $55, three-course prix fixe dinner. The menu includes red chili wontons, 1970’s garlic noodles and a complimentary glass of bubbly. Keep the fun going and stay for a non-ticketed party that includes a midnight toast and DJ until 1:30 a.m. Make your reservation here. 244 19th Court S., Arlington (National Landing)
Astro Beer Hall’s 80s-themed New Year’s party
Spend the last hours of 2025 jamming to the sounds of the 80s at this cosmic-inspired restaurant and bar in Shirlington Village. From 8 p.m. to 2 a.m., party with themed props, a live DJ set and glow-in-the-dark decor. Dress in your best 80s duds and compete in a costume contest for the chance to win a $100 gift card. Starting at 11 p.m., enjoy $10 bottles of bubbles to ring in the new year with a toast. 4001 Campbell Ave., Arlington (Shirlington)
Decades Party at Capital One Tower
Ring in 2026 with a playlist that takes you back. Captain SeaWalker kicks things off with smooth hits from the 70s and 80s. Then Legal in the District takes the stage with the best hits from the 90s and 2000s. DJ Nutz closes out the night with a high-energy vibe featuring today’s hottest hits. Two redeemable drink tickets, hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast will keep you fueled through midnight. Don’t want to drive home? The adjoining Watermark Hotel is offering discounted hotel rates to party-goers. 7730 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons
The Grandiose New Year’s Eve Gala
Dress to the nines and step into four distinct worlds of sound and style at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner. Dance to hip hop and R&B in the blue room, enjoy a vibrant Afro-Caribbean energy in the red room, and a soundscape of rhythm and culture in the green room. For a VIP experience with open bar, opt for the purple room. Check the website for a variety of ticket prices and options. Make a mini getaway out of it and reserve a hotel room, too. 7920 Jones Branch Drive, McLean
Alexandria Bar Crawl
Having trouble deciding which bar to visit? Head to all your favorites in Old Town Alexandria with the purchase of one ticket. Check in between 6 and 9 p.m. at Alexandria Biergarten to get your wristband and map for the event. Your ticket gets you discounted food and drink specials at participating bars. Receive a discount when you book in advance online. 710 King St., Alexandria
Clare & Don’s Falls Church
Ring in the New Year with live music by TWINBROOKS at the Little City’s favorite tropical-themed cantina. Tickets are $44.52 and include one drink ticket and a champagne toast at midnight. 130 N. Washington St., Falls Church
Inca Social’s Golden Disco
Celebrate with a dinner filled with golden-themed specials, signature NYE cocktails and then stay for a DJ party starting at 8 p.m. Or, skip dinner and pop in for the post-party, which includes a midnight champagne toast, party favors and a welcome shot. See the website for VIP dinner and party table packages, plus add-ons such as festive Midnight Lucky Grapes. 1776 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Rosslyn)
Shipgarten’s Masquerade Ball
Dust off your Halloween mask and head over to Shipgarten for a masquerade New Year’s Eve ball. Admission is free, but revelers should reserve spots in advance. The night kicks off at 7 p.m. with a free buffet. Grab drinks at one of the full-service bars while you watch a live broadcast of the festivities leading up to the ball drop in Times Square. The count down to midnight includes a champagne toast (limited availability) and a balloon drop. 7581 Colshire Drive, McLean (Tysons)
The Salsa Room Tysons
Find your groove with a dance party featuring two live bands: Hermanos Galvan and Orquesta and Pasion Orquesta. Dance instructor Oriana Gabriela will offer bachata classes for beginners at 8:15 p.m. and for intermediate dancers at 9:15 p.m. Tickets start at $44. Pay extra to reserve a high top table or lounge seating. 8453 Tyco Road, McLean (Tysons)
Clarendon Ballroom’s Celebration Ball
Step into a three-story bash featuring DJs, live performers, multiple bars, a photo booth and a massive midnight celebration with a ball drop. Tickets start at $40. Check out VIP options that include early entry and heavy hors d’oeuvres. 3185 Wilson Blvd., Arlington (Clarendon)
SER Dinner & Dance Party
Bid adios to 2025 at this always-festive Spanish restaurant in Ballston. The party will feature a la carte and celebratory foods, sparkling drinks and the traditional Spanish grapes at midnight, believed to bring good luck for each month of the new year. A DJ will spin lively tunes throughout the evening. 1110 N. Glebe Road, Arlington (Ballston)
Brass Rabbit Pub
Make a night of it at this Clarendon watering hole, where a 3-hour, unlimited bar package from 9 p.m. to midnight ($100, available for purchase on-site) includes beer, wine, select liquors and signature cocktails, including top-shelf booze. When the clock strikes 12, raise a glass of complimentary champagne and enjoy music, party favors and Jello shots. 1210 N. Garfield St., Arlington (Clarendon)