Last updated: 9/7/17 -- Check back on December 14th when this blog will be updated for 2017! What are you doing New Year’s Eve? Come celebrate with us in the Pocono Mountains! The holiday falls on a weekend this year, so there’s no excuse to stay at home.

In the Pocono Mountains, you can sip, sing, dance, and even snow tube your way into 2017. Our New Year’s event calendar is filled with celebrations from the formal to the family friendly.

Don't spend another New Year's Eve on the couch. Put on your best suit—or your snowsuit—and join us as we count down to midnight.

Here are 12 Fun Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the Pocono Mountains.

New Year's Dinner at Lake View Tavern
Lake View Tavern
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time 5 to 10 p.m.
Cost: Varies; A la carte menu
Prime rib, rack of lamb, and lobster mac and cheese are just a few of the items on the Lake View Tavern’s New Year’s Eve Menu. Reserve your table today!

New Year’s Eve Celebration
Glass – Wine.Bar.Kitchen
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 5:30 and 8 p.m. seatings
Cost: Early seating: $65/person; late seating: $85/person
Delight in a five-course dinner and live entertainment at Glass – Wine.Bar.Kitchen. The prix fixe menu features seasonal dishes designed by Chef Travis. Lodging packages are available. Call (570) 226-1337 for reservations.​

Holiday Dining in the Pocono Mountains

New Year’s Eve at Settlers Inn
The Settlers Inn at Bingham Park
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 5:30 to 10 p.m.
Cost: $80/person
The Settlers Inn promises a peaceful atmosphere for its New Year’s Eve dinner. A three-course, prix fixe menu will be complemented by the sounds of Dan Bradley on piano. Lodging packages are available.

New Year's Eve Dinner at Split Rock Grill
Split Rock Resort - Split Rock Grill
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 6 and 8 p.m. seatings
Cost: $45 in advance or $50 at the door for adults (13+); $20 in advance or $25 at the door for kids (5-12); Free for children under 5
Fill your plate from the New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet at Split Rock Resort. Choose a 6 or 8 p.m. seating and enjoy seasonal selections from the salad bar, carving station, and dessert buffet. Reservations are recommended.

New Year's Snowtubing Bash
White Lightning Tubing at Fernwood
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 6 to 11 p.m.
Cost: $45/person includes tubing and $10 voucher for BBQ at Wintergreens
Take part in a New Year’s Eve tradition at Fernwood Resort. The annual New Year’s Snowtubing Bash is an all-ages event complete with DJ entertainment, an outdoor barbecue, fireworks and tons of tubing fun for the family. Entertainment begins at 9 p.m. Fireworks start after 10 p.m.

Snow Tubing Fun in the Pocono Mountains

New Year's Eve Tubing Party
Blue Mountain Resort - Snow Tubing
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 8 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Cost: $55/adult (21+); $25/youth (20 & under)
Spend New Year’s Eve on the slopes! Your ticket to Blue Mountain’s New Year’s Eve Snow Tubing Party covers dinner, dessert, snacks and drinks, DJ entertainment and unlimited tubing! Doors open at 7 p.m. Space is limited and the party is weather permitting. See website for tickets and restrictions.

New Year's Eve 21+ Party
Split Rock Resort - Thirsty Moose Saloon
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Cost: $25/adult in advance; $30 at the door
Dance the night away at Split Rock Resort’s New Year’s Eve Party! Admission includes appetizers and live entertainment in the Thirsty Moose Saloon. Accommodations are available. See listing for details.

New Year's Eve Bash
Split Rock Resort
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Cost: Advance: $59/adult; $35/youth (13-20); $20/child (5-12); Door: $65/adult; $40/youth; $25/child
Glam up for a great time at Split Rock! The resort's Hollywood-themed New Year's Eve Bash features live entertainment, apps and snacks, and a balloon drop at midnight. Lodging packages are available. See listing for details.

New Year's Eve Gala
The Inn at Pocono Manor
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Cost: $35/adult; $20/child (5-12)
Escape to the Inn at Pocono Manor for a New Year’s Eve you’ll never forget! The Inn’s big bash includes a live band and DJ entertainment, appetizers, a chocolate fountain, a complimentary champagne toast, and a midnight dessert bar. There will be toys and games for children and a cash bar for adults. Overnight packages are available. Call (800) 233-8150 to purchase event tickets.

Get The Led Out - New Year's Eve
Penn's Peak
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 9 p.m. Doors open at 8 p.m.
Cost: $45/reserved seating; $45/pit (standing room only); $50/day of show
Ring in the new year with a rocking good time at Penn’s Peak. Celebrate to the sounds of Led Zeppelin during three sets from renowned tribute group Get the Led Out. Admission to this 21+ event includes a complimentary beverage. VIP packages are available.

Concerts at Penn's Peak in the Pocono Mountains

NYE Party at Slopeside
Slopeside Pub & Grill
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Cost: $89.95/person
You’re invited to a New Year’s Eve Party at the Slopeside Pub & Grill! Admission to the pub’s party includes a seven-course meal, open bar, DJ entertainment, and a champagne toast at midnight. Ages 21+ only. Space is limited and reservations are required. Purchase your tickets online.

New Year's Start Me Up Classic Rolling Stones Show
Mauch Chunk Opera House
Date: Saturday, December 31, 2016
Time: 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $25/person
Calling all Stones fans! This is where you want to be on New Year’s Eve. See the act that’s being called the “best classing Rolling Stones show in the country.” The Glimmer Twins hit the Opera House stage at 9:30 p.m. on December 31.

For more ways to welcome 2017 in the Pocono Mountains, check out our New Year's Events page. Be sure to browse New Year’s Special Offers for deals on places to stay and more.

Resolving to vacation in the Pocono Mountains next year? View our calendar of events to see what's on deck.