Ditch the “meh” countdown this New Year’s Eve and get ready for some 5…4…3…2…FUN!
(Yep, pun fully intended… and yes, Altoona is the place to party this year!)
Wondering where to celebrate in town? Looking for lively parties, cozy dinners, or somewhere in between? We’ve rounded up all the can’t-miss New Year’s Eve spots so you can plan the perfect night.
If you want a celebration that’s easy, exciting, and full of personality, Altoona’s your spot. Here’s the inside scoop on where to close out 2025 in style.
Prairie Meadows: Have an All-in-One Gaming Night
Some places do New Year’s Eve. Prairie Meadows truly commits to the party. You’ll hear live music before you even make it to the gaming floor! Add cash drawings and a special holiday menu at AJ’s Steakhouse, and suddenly it’s already midnight.
Other fun activities that’ll be happening:
- Live music from day to night
- Cash drawings and special swipe & wins
- A holiday menu at AJ’s that feels tailor-made for the last night of the year
If you want the biggest, boldest countdown in the city, start here!
Hawk Heaven Tavern: The Party with No Brakes
Hawk Heaven Tavern goes all out every year, and this time Count It Off is leading the bash. Expect a packed room, a lot of rockin’ and groovin’, plenty of dancing, and no cover charge. It’s a great pick for anyone who wants a little rowdy celebration for NYE.
- Live Music: Count It Off, 9–11:30pm
AJ’s Steakhouse: Big-Night Flavor on a Big Plate
If your perfect NYE includes a great meal, a great drink, and a beautifully set table, AJ’s is the move! Savor the festive flavors of dishes like Mini Crab Cakes, Steak Au Poivre, and Chilean Sea Bass. Pair these with a great drink and the cozy, elevated vibe of AJ’s and you’ll have a night that sets the tone for 2026—whether you’re heading out afterward or finishing strong with dessert.
See AJ’s special food menu here!
- AJ’s Steakhouse NYE menu: 4–11pm
Brick & Ivy Rooftop: A Toast With a View
Brick & Ivy Rooftop makes ringing in the New Year simply… brilliant. Sharing pizza and drinks with friends with a relaxed rooftop nearby that sparks extra celebrating? Getting all the fun of NYE, without the chaos? We’ll take it!
- New Year’s Eve hours: 11am–10pm
And the Party’s Not Over Yet…
The calendar’s just getting started, and more NYE fun is rolling in every day! So, keep checking back on our Visit Altoona pages as December continues.
And hey, Altoona: We can’t thank you enough for filling our 2025 with joy, good cheer, and all kinds of keepsake memories.
We love this off-center city. See you in 2026, Altoona!
