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3, 2, 1…Happy New Year! Where will you be ringing it in? Across Indiana, you’ll find everything from big-city sports bars to low-key dives with all kinds of special events going on. Celebrating at one of these awesome bars is a great way to close out the year with a bang.


Howl at the Moon, Indianapolis, IN

Come howl at the moon this New Year’s Eve! Howl at the Moon is the number one spot in Indianapolis. It’s part bar, part concert venue that creates a non-stop party with live entertainment. Join them this New Year’s Eve to kiss 2024 good-bye and say hello to 2025. There are different packages to choose from. Enjoy and have fun!

Average Joe’s Sports Pub, Indianapolis, IN

Average Joe’s is for those who may have fallen short of their goal of becoming a professional athlete, but who have persevered and become a rock star. It’s the place where one can celebrate the small achievements, and be put on Average Joe’s wall of fame. It’s Indianapolis’s best, and oldest, New Year’s Eve party and a portion of all proceeds will go toward the Broad Ripple Beautification project. Purchase your advanced tickets today!

Tin Roof, Indianapolis, IN

The Tin Roof in downtown Indianapolis is the place to be on New Year’s Eve. With tasty food, an eclectic atmosphere, and a community of regulars and old friends, it’s the place for musicians and non-musicians alike. Join them on Dec. 31 and prepare to be amazed by the live performances as they make their way to the Tin Roof to celebrate the New Year. You don’t want to miss this!

The Slippery Noodle, Indianapolis, IN

The Slippery Noodle Inn is another one of Indianapolis’s oldest bars. It was originally founded in the 1850s and has continually operated out of the original building. The Inn has been used for all types of activities, including a station for the Underground Railroad, a bordello, Prohibition era bootlegging, and more. Be sure to visit this historic bar on New Year’s for a night of incredible entertainment from The Why Store, featuring Chris Shaffer as well as other entertainment by Dough Henthorn and Travis Feaster. You won’t want to miss this!

The Melody Inn, Indianapolis, IN

Tucked away in Indianapolis is the Melody Inn, one of the oldest bars in Indianapolis. There is something for everyone here in terms of music so whether you prefer punk, pop, rockabilly, hillbilly, rock, or comedy, there is a wide variety of musical taste and talent! Join them on New Year’s Eve for a night of punk rock celebration!

Key Insights at a Glance

  • Howl at the Moon: A dynamic venue offering a lively New Year's Eve party with live entertainment. Different packages available for a fun celebration.
  • Average Joe’s Sports Pub: Known for hosting Indianapolis's best and oldest New Year's Eve party, with a portion of proceeds supporting the Broad Ripple Beautification project. Offers advanced ticket purchases.
  • Tin Roof: Celebrates New Year's Eve with great food, live performances, and a community vibe in downtown Indianapolis. A must-visit for both musicians and fans.
  • The Slippery Noodle: A historic bar offering a unique New Year’s celebration with performances by The Why Store featuring Chris Shaffer, and other artists like Dough Henthorn and Travis Feaster.
  • The Melody Inn: One of the oldest bars in the city, providing a diverse musical lineup on New Year’s Eve, perfect for fans of punk, pop, rockabilly, hillbilly, rock, or comedy.
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