We’re almost on the verge of completing our 2024 journey and 2025 is about to knock on our doors very soon. So, how are you going to celebrate this new year? Have you planned anything already? Yes or no, here are some beautiful ways and places in India wherein you can cherish your new year to the fullest and make it a memory for life!
India’s Top 7 Best Places to Celebrate New Years
- North Goa, Goa
- New Delhi
- Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
- Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Puducherry
- McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh
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North Goa, Goa
One of the most happening places on New Year’s Eve in India is Goa. From New Year parties to beachside celebrations, from dance shows to enthusiastic games, etc., Goa has everything to entertain you. The nightlife in this party capital of India is unforgettable.
Places to visit: Casino, nightclubs, and beach-front resorts
New Delhi
Not only New Delhi but also the nearby places, like Gurgaon and Noida, are New Year destinations. They host several New Year’s dance and music parties at nightclubs and hotels. Do join the tribe, taste the munchies, meet celebrities, and have fun. Also, do not miss the fireworks showcases.
Party places to visit: Smaaash Ambience Mall, Kitty Su, European Foodhall at AnnaMaya, The Hong Kong Club, Aerocity
Jaisalmer, Rajasthan
If you’re someone looking to celebrate this New Year in the most rooted and traditional way, visit Jaisalmer. Yes, you can enjoy the desert sunset, camel rides on golden sands, light shows at the famous forts, etc. The three things that make the Jaisalmer New Year party special are music, food, and tranquility.
Things to do: participating in cultural programs, touring and safaris, staying in desert camps, enjoying Arabian Night Music, etc.
Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir
Is there a rule that hill stations are meant only for holiday vacations and honeymoon trips? Not at all. In fact, at Gulamrg, the Department of Tourism hosts grand festivities every year on this occasion. Music concerts, light shows, sports, games, and golf course events will not fail to impress you.
Special activities: snowboarding, night skiing, gondola rides, museum visits, and waterfall visits.
Bangalore, Karnataka
Beach parties, no chance. Night parties, yes. Best New Year party in Bangalore, definitely yes! Bangalore in Karnataka is a vibrant place to spend your New Year’s Eve. Forget yourself with the flavorful cocktails and mocktails and immerse yourself in the new year vibe with your family and friends.
Places to visit: MG Road, any rooftop hotel, DJs & pubs, St. Mary’s Basilica, parks, sports clubs, etc.
Puducherry, Tamil Nadu
This place is known for its French Colonial architecture and ambiance. So, you can expect contemporary parties and events during the New Year celebration. Thus, if anyone asks us, “Where is the best place to spend the new year in South India?”—our first choice is always Puducherry.
What’s so special? Distinguished dance parties, beach events, fireworks, unlimited food and drink, concerts, DJs, and many more.
McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh
The last on the list, but not least, is one of the best places to spend New Year’s Eve. Locally, people call it the “Halda” festival, which signifies prayers for prosperity. It is a particular place in Dharamshala that houses on the foothills of the Great Himalayas.
Things to do: trekking, watching sunrise/sunset, adventurous activities, camping, live music, and dance parties. This is also a Holiday destination
How can we celebrate New Year in India?
Well, it depends on the type of trip you’re planning. When touring with friends, party places and beaches are the best choices. When traveling with families or elders, sightseeing and tranquil places are the right picks. So, with whom are you traveling this New Year 2025?
