The countdown to 2024 is on! Celebrate the arrival of the New Year in Cheyenne, where New Year's festivities abound. Find yourself transported to a Victorian gala, or line dance your way into the New Year. Not a dancer? Enjoy fabulous dining experiences, or take the kids to an earlier NYE bash. And, of course, don't miss the ball drop in the Depot! Find your New Year's plans here:

New Year's Eve

New Year's at Noon @ the Laramie County Library

Ring in the New Year a little early at the Laramie County Library. Enjoy snacks and games with your kids, and ring in 2024 at noon with a balloon drop.

  • When: 11 a.m. to Noon
  • Where: Laramie County Library (2200 Pioneer Ave.)
  • Cost: FREE
  • Additional Info: Click here.

Noon Year's Eve Party @ the Peach Pit

Games, crafts, dancing, and more!

  • When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Where: The Peach Pit (1805 E. 19th St.)
  • Cost: None listed
  • Additional Info: Click here.

Cheyenne New Year's Eve Ball Drop @ the Depot

Ring in the New Year with a Cheyenne-style NYE event featuring a ball drop and fireworks, plus food trucks, coffee, and more in the holiday light-bedecked Depot Plaza!

  • When: 11:59 p.m.
  • Where: The Cheyenne Depot Plaza (1 Depot Sq.)
  • Cost: FREE
  • Additional Info: Click here.

Warren Lanes NYE Party @ F.E. Warren

Bowling, buffet, party favors, and more at Warren Lanes.

  • When: 8 p.m. to midnight
  • Where: Warren Lanes (6004 10th Cavalry Ave, Francis E. Warren AFB)
  • Cost: $150 per lane of six people ($30/person)
  • Additional Info: Click here.

New Year's Eve Party @ the Nagle Warren Mansion

Celebrate the New Year in style at the Nagle Warren Mansion. Enjoy a formal 7-course dinner featuring quail and lobster, among other delicacies, plus an overnight stay and five-star breakfast in the morning.

  • When: 11 a.m. Check-In
  • Where: Nagle Warren Mansion (222 E. 17th St.)
  • Cost: $600 per couple, including meals and accommodations.
  • Additional Info: Click here.

New Year's Eve Gala @ the Elks Lodge

Join the Elk's Lodge for its 3rd Annual NYE Gala. Dinner, dancing to live music, raffles, and more.

  • When: 6:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
  • Where: Elk's Lodge (100 E. 17th St.)
  • Cost: FREE
  • Additional Info: Click here.

NYE Anniversary Dinner @ Railspur

Prime rib buffet celebrating Railspur's 1 year anniversary in Cheyenne.

  • When: Noon to 7 p.m.
  • Where: Railspur (1578 Bent Ave.)
  • Cost: $75
  • Additional Info: Click here.

New Year's Eve Party @ the Outlaw

Enjoy live music by Randy Burghardt and Andrea Goodman - plus party favors and champagne at midnight. 21+ Only.

  • When: 8:30 p.m. to close.
  • Where: Outlaw Saloon (312 S. Greeley)
  • Cost: $10 cover.
  • Additional Info: Click here.

New Year's Eve Pajama Party Drag Cabaret @ the Atlas

Pajama party cabaret to ring in the New Year...need we say more?

  • When: 9 p.m. to 12 a.m.
  • Where: Atlas Theatre
  • Cost: $20/person
  • Additional Info: Click here.

New Year's Eve Party @ Westby Edge

Welcome the arrival of 2024 at Westby Edge's NYE Party. Bottle service, drinking games, and a balloon drop at midnight (plus a pizza buffet.)

  • When: 7 p.m.
  • Where: Westby Edge (714 W. 20th St.)
  • Cost:$25
  • Additional Info: Click here.

New Year's Eve Masquerade @ Derby Club Gaming Parlor

Don your finest masquerade attire and ring in the New Year with the Derby Club. Enjoy mouthwatering appetizers and cocktails, live music and dancing, and a midnight champagne toast.

  • When: 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
  • Where: Derby Club (1510 E. Pershing Blvd.)
  • Cost: $15
  • Additional Info: Click here.

New Year's Eve Buffet @ the Metropolitan

Dine in style on NYE at the Met. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet, including crab, salmon, sushi, and more.

  • When: 5 to 10 p.m.
  • Where: The Metropolitan (1701 Carey Ave.)
  • Cost: $90/person
  • Additional Info: Click here.

New Year's Day Events

First Run of 2024 @ the Capitol Building

Kickstart your New Year with a 3.5-mile run, starting at the beautiful Wyoming Capitol Building and ending with breakfast at the Epic Egg. Find the running route here.

  • When: 9 a.m.
  • Where: Wyoming Capitol Building
  • Cost: FREE
  • Additional Info: Click here.

First Day Hikes @ Curt Gowdy State Park

Reset and begin 2024 with a hike through Wyoming wilderness. Head to Curt Gowdy with your fellow hikers for a First Day Hike.

  • When: 10:30 a.m.
  • Where: Start @ Curt Gowdy Visitor Center (1264 Granite Springs Rd)
  • Cost: FREE
  • Additional Info: Click here or call 307-632-7946.

New Year's Day Polar Bear Motorcycle Run @ High-Country Harley Davidson 

Ring in the New Year alongside fellow bikers, starting at High-Country Harley Davidson and ending at a yet-to-be-named watering hole.

  • When: 11:30 a.m.
  • Where: High-Country Harley Davidson (3320 Lincolnway)
  • Cost: FREE
  • Additional Info: Click here.

13 Popular Traditions and Beliefs Done to Ring in the New Year

Popular New Year's Traditions and Beliefs Done to Ring in the New Year

Gallery Credit: Mikael Donnovan