Family New Year's Eve Event at Carowinds

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New Year's Eve at WinterFest
December 31 (5:00 PM - 1:00 AM)

Ring in the new year with Carowinds! Bid a fond ‘farewell’ to 2024, and ‘hello’ to 2025 during the family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration at WinterFest, the largest party on the state line.

Guests can experience entertainment and the fanciful experiences of WinterFest while enjoying an assortment of specialty tastes and sips. Join family and friends for a special countdown celebration to midnight to ring in the new year with fireworks.

Guests with early bedtimes can enjoy an authentic New Year’s Eve experience with several early-evening countdowns, and other New Year’s activities.

Live Music

The Parks Brothers

Carolina Boardwalk
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM

The Parks Brothers are know as one of the most energetic and talented duos in the area. Their high-energy show features a wide variety of music, including covers from the 60's to today.

Party With The People

Plaza Stage
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM

From the Top 40 and popular dance hits of today, to the R&B, Motown, rock and funk of yesterday, Party With The People plays it all! With songs you know and love this band is sure to keep you dancing all night long.

DJ Dance Party

Thrill Zone & Blue Ridge Junction
10:30 PM - 12:00 AM

This high-energy, high-fun dance party will get everyone's toes tapping and hands clapping.

Add an Overnight Stay

Top off the New Year’s Eve celebration with a stay at one of Carowinds’ on-site accommodations. Make reservations at the on-site hotel, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Charlotte at Carowinds.