A toast to 2025

New Year’s Eve events in Greater Lansing

Though we haven’t even made it through Christmas yet, New Year’s Eve is bound to sneak up between winter break activities, time off of work and travel plans. For those who are sticking around, City Pulse has compiled a list of events throughout the day, evening and into the early morning — ranging from a masquerade murder mystery dinner and an ‘80s throwback concert to dance parties and more intimate bar gatherings — so you don’t miss a thing.

 

New Year’s Eve at High Caliber

Noon-1 a.m.

1982 W. Grand River Ave., Okemos

Free admission, some activities paid

High Caliber Karting & Entertainment invites daredevils and thrill seekers to kick off their 2026 at full speed with a plethora of attractions and special activities, including best of 2025 trivia, a tournament on the Mega Track (with a year of unlimited racing for the winner), karaoke, a DJ, a rage room and a midnight balloon drop. The event will also offer selfie stations, glow accessories and specialty cocktails and mocktails.

 

Launch Trampoline Park New Year’s Eve celebration

4-7 p.m.

1982 W. Grand River Ave., Okemos

$35

This youth-focused New Year’s celebration will offer unlimited jumping and laser tag, complimentary grip socks, a reloadable arcade card with eight credits, a balloon drop with a juice toast, crafts, party favors and photos with Launch’s kangaroo mascot, Joey. Food and drink specials will be available for parents.

 

Time Warp to Y2K

5:30-9 p.m.

BAD Brewing Co.

440 S. Jefferson St., Mason

$45

BAD Brewing Co. invites attendees of its Y2K-themed New Year’s Eve celebration to relive the era when “the music slapped, the snacks were bomb and the games were hella competitive.” Appetizers, dinner and dessert will be served. Bingo and other games will start at 6 p.m., with winners receiving prizes and the opportunity to select the next song. The event will end well before midnight, allowing guests to attend additional parties or gatherings.

 

New Year’s Eve contra and square dance

6:30 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

Central United Methodist Church

215 N. Capitol Ave., Lansing

$5-$30 (pay what you can)

The Ten Pound Fiddle invites contra and square dancers to groove their way into 2026, with music by the Sligo Creek Ramblers (Marty Somberg, Hannah Harris and Bear Whitmer) and dance calling by Liz Burkhart. The evening will kick off with a potluck. Guests should bring a dish to share and a place setting. There will be a dance lesson prior to the main event and a break at 9:45 for desserts.

 

Summerlands Brewing Co. New Year’s Eve celebration

7 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

1957 Cedar St., Holt

No cover

Summerlands will debut a new beer, a Belgian dubbel, at its New Year’s Eve party. The brew is described as “rich and flavorful,” with notes of dark fruit, caramel and subtle spice. Rock band Krosby’s Konspiracy will perform from 8 to 11, and the brewery’s Bubbly Blanc hard seltzer will be discounted to $2 for a midnight toast.

 

Rock Bar New Year’s Eve party

7 p.m.-1 a.m.

The Graduate Hotel

133 Evergreen Ave., East Lansing

$80/person

The Graduate Rock Bar will celebrate New Year’s Eve in style with a live DJ, a photo booth, hors d’oeuvres, a complimentary beverage and a midnight toast. Tickets are available for individuals and couples.

 

New Year’s Eve party with Starfarm

8 p.m.

Grewal Hall

224 S. Washington Square, Lansing

$41-$96

Local cover band Starfarm will spend New Year’s Eve serenading the crowd at Grewal Hall with a lengthy setlist of ‘80s hits, from pop to rock to new wave. Proceeds will benefit Punks with Lunch. VIP tickets are available, offering access to seating, private bathrooms and a private bar. Attendees must be 21 or older.

 

TGIF New Year’s Eve Midnight Blue Dance Party

8 p.m.-midnight

Eagle Eye Banquet Center

15500 Chandler Road, Bath

$30 adv., $35 at the door

DJ Pat Johnson will keep the crowd moving at a special New Year’s edition of the biweekly TGIF Dance Party. A dinner buffet, a midnight champagne toast, noisemakers, hats and coffee are included in the price of admission. A cash/credit bar will be available. Formal attire is encouraged.

 

The Tee Box New Year’s Eve Party

8 p.m.- 1 a.m.

Royal Scot Golf & Bowl

4722 W. Grand River Ave., Lansing

$20

The Tee Box, a bourbon bar and golf simulator room at Lansing’s Royal Scot Golf & Bowl, will open its doors to 60 attendees on New Year’s Eve for golf, party favors, hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast at midnight.

 

A Night at the Soul Lounge New Year’s Eve party

9:30 p.m.

Lansing Shuffle

325 Riverfront Drive, Lansing

$10-$25

DJs Kaels, Rexyo and E-Nyce will provide the soundtrack to a special New Year’s edition of the monthly Night at the Soul Lounge dance party, spinning popular hip-hop, R&B, house and afrobeat hits as the clock ticks down to midnight. Tickets purchased online in advance will include access to an express entry line. The AC Hotel, an event sponsor, is offering a discounted rate for attendees from out of town or locals who would like to spend the night away from home.

 

Midnight Masquerade

Start time TBA

DoubleTree by Hilton

111 N. Grand Ave., Lansing

$125

Mystery, intrigue, elegance and more will come together at the DoubleTree, where guests will help solve a crime before the stroke of midnight. An interactive murder mystery will unfold alongside a three-course dinner, drinks, a midnight toast and more surprises. Masquerade-appropriate clothing is suggested. A room with two queen beds — plus brunch, a late checkout and free parking — starts at $357.