Cornwall truly comes alive on New Year’s Eve. From glittering masquerades at Truro Cathedral to rustic house parties by the sea, there’s something for every style and budget. If you want seaside glamour, try Fistral or the Atlantic Hotel. Prefer something alternative or fun? Sky Bar Sandy Acres and Portreath Arms bring the themes and the party.
And if you’re simply up for a classic Cornish midnight moment, nothing beats St Ives; fancy dress on every street, fireworks over the harbour, and a community feel that’s hard to find elsewhere!
Check out these 12 top ticketed NYE celebrations, and remember to tag Cornwall One in your party pics on the night!
1. The Cathedral Masquerade – Truro Cathedral
● Price: From £55 (GA) up to £75; VIP +£35
● Tickets: Buy here
● Theme: Elegant masquerade ball, think red carpet, aerial performances, live music, and dancing in the majestic Truro Cathedral.
● Where: Truro Cathedral, TR1 2AF
2. The Big Top is in Town – Portreath Arms
● Price: £30 per person
● How to Book: Contact the Portreath Arms directly
● Theme: A theatrical New Year’s Eve under the big top; live music, comedy acts, disco, surprises, and a circus dress code.
● Where: The Portreath Arms, Portreath, TR16 4LA
3. Après-Ski Retro Party – Sky Bar Sandy Acres, Hayle
● Ticket Info: Tiered ticket pricing; check online
● Book Here: Buy here
● Theme: Think 1970s / 80s ski lodge in a heated marquee, live band + DJ, starry skies, and a retro alpine feel.
● Location: Sandy Acres, Hayle, TR27 5BA
4. Glitz ‘n’ Glam NYE – Polurrian on the Lizard
● Price: £15 pp
● Where to Get Tickets:Polurrian Hotel
● Vibe: Sparkle, casino fun, disco dancefloor; glamorous but affordable.
● Location: Polurrian on the Lizard, TR12 7EN
5. NYE Ball – The Alverton, Truro
● Price: £99 per person
● Booking: Contact The Alverton events team
● Theme: Black-tie gala with a six-course dinner, cocktails, and a DJ-led party in their grand Great Hall.
● Location: The Alverton Hotel, Tregolls Road, Truro, TR1 1ZQ
6. The Esplanade Hotel NYE – Newquay
● Price: £85 (adult) / £42.50 (10-17) / £37.50 (3-9)
● Where to Get Tickets: The Esplanade Hotel
● Event: Family-friendly celebration – three-course dinner, champagne-style drinks (or soft alternatives), and a DJ to dance into midnight.
● Location: The Esplanade Hotel, Newquay
7. Looe Midnight Fireworks Street Party (East Cornwall)
● Price: Free fireworks event (donation-based)
● Where to Attend: Along Looe’s seafront promenade and the Banjo Pier, where the fireworks are launched!
● Theme / What to Expect: A charming, community-driven NYE: people in fancy dress, street revelry, pubs and restaurants buzzing. There are two firework displays – one earlier (for families) and the main midnight firework show on Banjo Pier.
● Location: Looe, PL13 (East / West Looe – particularly the pier)
8. NYE Gala Dinner – Atlantic Hotel, Newquay
● Ticket Options:
Entertainment-only: £35
Dinner + GA: £99 (early)
VIP: £125
● How to Book: Contact the Atlantic Hotel events team
● Details: Three-course dinner, live band (Pharaoh & The Beats), casino tables, DJ, and magical midnight fireworks over the cliffs.
● Location: The Atlantic Hotel, Newquay
9. House Party NYE – Housel Bay Hotel, The Lizard
● Price: £10 per person
● Booking: Call the Housel Bay Hotel
● The Experience: A laid-back, friendly house-party feel. DJ, casual dancing, midnight baps, and bay-front fireworks to close out the night!
● Where: Housel Bay Hotel, Lizard / Helston area, Cornwall
10. St Ives Town-wide Fancy Dress + Fireworks
● Price: Free (public event)
● Details: One of Cornwall’s most iconic NYE traditions! The streets fill with revellers in a range of unthemed costumes, and fireworks launch over the harbour at midnight.
● Location: Throughout St Ives, especially around the harbour
11. NYE Ball – Carlyon Bay Resort
● Price: From £68 per person
● Bookings: Carlyon Bay Resort
● What to Expect: Champagne reception, fine dining (6 courses), live music, disco, and 1am pastries (yes, Cornish pasties included!).
● Location: Carlyon Bay Resort, Cornwall, PL25 3RD
12. Harbour Hotel, St Ives (Penwith)
● Price: £115 per person
● Where to Book: Through the Harbour Hotel, St Ives
● Theme: A refined, sit-down New Year’s Eve dinner: canapés and champagne reception, followed by a five-course gourmet dinner. Jazz band (Laura & The Jazz Capsule) provide sophisticated live music throughout the evening.
● Location: Harbour Hotel, St Ives, TR26 2BN
Booking & Planning Tips
1. Book early – The best NYE events in Cornwall sell out quickly, especially themed nights and hotel galas.
2. Dress for the party – Whether it’s masquerade masks, ski retro outfits, or circus costumes, dressing up elevates the experience!
3. Think about transport – Plan how to get home or consider staying local: many of these events are held in hotels or venues where you can book a room.
4. Check cancellation policies – For dinner party packages, make sure you know what’s refundable.
5. Share this guide – Let friends pick their vibe, compare tickets, and decide which party is the one for your group.
6. Dance, laugh, and drink responsibly!
