When Is New Year's Eve?
Next New Year's Eve (2026)
Thursday, December 31, 2026
New Year's Eve falls on December 31 every year. It is an observance, not a federal holiday.
About New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve on December 31 closes out the year. Celebrations build toward midnight with parties, fireworks and countdowns, including the well known ball drop in Times Square.
It is not a federal holiday, so most offices stay open, though many let staff leave early. It is also a good moment to hang a fresh calendar for the year ahead and fill in birthdays, trips and key dates before January arrives.
How the Date Is Set
New Year's Eve is held on December 31 every year. The date stays the same every year, while the weekday moves forward by one day, or by two after a leap day.
New Year's Eve Dates for the Next 10 Years
| Year | Date | Countdown |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Thursday, December 31, 2026 | |
| 2027 | Friday, December 31, 2027 | |
| 2028 | Sunday, December 31, 2028 | |
| 2029 | Monday, December 31, 2029 | |
| 2030 | Tuesday, December 31, 2030 | |
| 2031 | Wednesday, December 31, 2031 | |
| 2032 | Friday, December 31, 2032 | |
| 2033 | Saturday, December 31, 2033 | |
| 2034 | Sunday, December 31, 2034 | |
| 2035 | Monday, December 31, 2035 |
Plan Around New Year's Eve
Print the month so the date is in front of you, or see every holiday for the year.