New Year’s Eve 2023: Events in South Africa not to miss

Check out these awesome New Year’s Eve events happening in South Africa. Photo: Canva

It’s hard to believe that yet ANOTHER year has gone by in a flash! With the festive season in full swing, you might already be deciding how you’re going to spend the last night of the year. If you are, here are some cool New Year’s Eve events to check out in Durban, Johannesburg, and Cape Town…

DURBAN

NEW YEAR’S EVE AT TIGER TIGER

What: Tiger Tiger will be hosting an epic New Year’s Eve bash and it promises to be an awesome way to ring in 2024. Tickets cost R100 per person. No under 18’s. Book here.

When: Sunday, 31 December 2023, from 20:00 onwards

Where: Tiger Tiger, 67 Isaiah Ntshangase Rd, Morningside, Durban.

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SUMMERDAZE NEW YEAR’S EVE BEACH PARTY 2023

What: Bid 2023 farewell at the Summerdaze New Year’s Eve Beach Party at Beachwood Beach this December. There will be live entertainment, dance floors, lounges, bars, good food and great music to bring you into 2024. Tickets are limited and have sold out every year, so book now to avoid disappointment. Tickets are R250 per person for general admission and R1 400 for VIP. Book on Webtickets.

When: Sunday, 31 December 2023, from 13:00 onwards

Where: Beachwood Beach, Durban North, KwaZulu-Natal

events — Party on the beach in Durban. Photo: Luca Iaconelli / unsplash

NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE PENCIL CLUB

What: Experience a night of glamour, celebration, and pure sophistication at The Pencil Club’s Exclusive New Year’s Eve Party. There will be live entertainment, a curated menu to indulge in and lots of fun to be had. Tickets are R1 250 per adult and R240 per child. Book here.

When: Sunday, 31 December 2023, from 19:00 onwards

Where: The Pencil Club, 1 Ncondo Pl, Umhlanga Ridge, Umhlanga.

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JOHANNESBURG

GATSBY-THEMED NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY

What: Celebrate New Year’s Eve in 1920’s style at the Villa Simonne Boutique Hotel. There will be live entertainment as well as a DJ to help you set the dance floor on fire. Tickets cost R550 per person and includes welcome canapes and a cocktail. Don’t forget to dress in your most Gatsby-inspired outfit! Book here.

When: Sunday, 31 December 2023, from 18:00 onwards

Where: Villa Simonne Boutique Hotel, 2 3rd Ave, Killarney, Johannesburg.

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NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER & PARTY AT FUMO VILLAGE

What: Fumo Village will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party and dinner this 31 December and it’s going to be one for the books. You will be served delicious canapes and a 3-course dinner all while enjoying the soothing melodies of a live band. Thereafter, DJ’s will help you ring in the new year on the dance floor. Tickets cost R950 per person and can be booked here.

When: Sunday, 31 December 2023, from 20:30 onwards

Where: Fumo Village, 5 Firwood Ave, Hazelwood, Pretoria

New Year's Eve — Celebrate with a sumptuous dinner. Image: Photo mix / pixabay

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CAPE TOWN

DISCO NEW YEAR’S EVE AT PROTEA HOTEL

What: Join the Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott for an epic Disco themed New Year’s Eve party like no other, featuring the best DJ’s to keep you on your feet all night long. Tickets cost R250 per person for basic entry but dining and VIP packages are available too. Check here for bookings.

When: Sunday, 31 December 2023, from 18:30 onwards

Where: Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott Cape Town | Launchpad Venue, 64 New Church St, Gardens, Cape Town.

ALL WHITE NEW YEARS EVE AT HANOVER STREET

What: Hanover Street at the Grand West Casino will be hosting an all-white soiree like no other this New Year’s Eve and the night promises to be unforgettable. You can expect entertainment from Ouma Sarie, DJ Jazzy D and the Kaapse Klopse. Tickets start at R150 per person, book here.