What Colorado Likes To Do At Midnight on New Year’s Eve

2024 was not the year for Holidays. The 4th of July, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas all took place during a weekday. This will happen one more time on New Year's Eve.

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It can feel like the excitement of New Year's Eve is dampened when the holiday falls on a Tuesday night but there are still many ways to have fun in Colorado.

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New Year's Eve In Colorado

• White Rose Gala - Experience a Roaring 20's themed party reminiscent of the Gatsby era. Held at The Ritz-Carlton in Denver on December 31, 2024, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
• Swingin' in the New Year Grand Junction- Enjoy a lively evening of swing music and dancing at The Art Center in Grand Junction on December 31, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
• NYE Party at Whitewater Hill Vineyards - Celebrate with mulled wine, fires, s'mores, and more at Whitewater Hill Vineyards near Grand Junction on December 31, 2024, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Fireworks in Ouray - See them from almost anywhere in town at midnight.
• Telluride Fireworks and Light Parade – The sun starts at 6:30 p.m. at Mountain Village in Telluride.
• Aspen Fireworks – Fireworks over Aspen Mountain start at 8 pm.

Need A Ride Home on New Year's Eve?

If you plan to celebrate at full speed on Wednesday night, remember to plan for a safe and sober ride home. Mothers Against Drunk Driving Colorado and Uber are working together to offer affordable rides home for those who need them. Use the code SAFECO24 from anywhere in Colorado to redeem $7 ride credits.

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When New Year's Eve Falls on a Wednesday

Even when New Year's Eve falls on a Wednesday, there are still a few ways you can make it feel like a party.

• Plan for Work: Having fun on Wednesday night might mean taking Thursday off to recover. It is a great time to finish off unused vacation days.
• Weekend Adjustments: If the New Year involved travel you may be celebrating the weekend following New Year’s Eve. Get ready for more fireworks on Saturday, too.
• Enjoy Grand Junction Events: Did you know there is a New Year’s Eve torchlight parade at Powderhorn this year? The parade starts at 5:40 p.m. with fireworks at 6 pm.