New Year's Eve in Orange County, California

A great way to ring in the New Year while out enjoy the fresh water around Orange County would be aboard the Ambassador Yacht, which yearly host a New Year's Eve Party. This annual party is aboard the Ambassador Yacht, a 130 feet vessel. The boat features several levels, even one that allows for dancing under the stars. Tickets to this event include a champagne toast, appetizer buffet, open bar, party favors and a variety of musical guests.

First Night

Consider spending the evening wander the historic streets of Fullerton's downtown area for your New Year's Eve celebration. This family friendly event includes a 10 minute fireworks show, a hybrid synthetic ice rink, street jugglers, entertainers, stilt walkers, face painting and balloon artistry. First Night in Fullerton is an alcohol-free event and admission is free.

Jazz

Each year in Huntington Beach, the Smooth Jazz Series hosts a New Year's Eve Gala. This event is often located at the Hyatt Regency. Past guests have included Kim Waters, The Kirk Whalum, Brian Simpson & Paul Jackson Jr. All Star Band and Jeffrey Osborne.

New Year's at Disney

Help ring in the New Year at the happiest place on Earth, Disney! Disney hosts an annual New Year's Eve celebration that includes a candlelight processional, theatrical shows, parades, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and fireworks. In Downtown Disney along Main Street USA, guests will find this small town strung with lights.

Discovery Center

An ideal location to welcome the New Year with children is at the Discovery Science Center's New Year Eve party. Located in Santa Ana, this event begins at noon and runs throughout the afternoon, allowing for children to enjoy in all the festivities before bedtime. The event features ginger ale toast, music, events and a balloon drop. Children and adults alike can enjoy singing karaoke or taking part in any of the science-orientated events, such as seltzer rockets.