Begin your celebrations with a classic New Year’s Eve dinner at The Gaines Estate, where history meets elegance. Reserve your table for a decadent dining experience starting at 5 PM. Choose to head home before the ball drops or stay and soak up the prohibition-era ambiance in their beautifully designed lounge. Call 304-382-7509 to secure your spot.
Another dining option is the plated dinner at Smokey’s on the Gorge at Adventures on the Gorge Resort. Reservations are available every 30 minutes from 6 PM to 8 PM, with communal seating that encourages mingling and celebration. Make your reservation early to ensure your seat at this delightful New Year’s event.
Cap off your evening with a scenic drive through the Winter Wonderland of Lights at Fayette County Park. December 31st is your last chance to enjoy this magical display before it closes for the season.
Throw it back old school with a 90’s Party to ring in the new year at the Southside Junction Tap House. Party starts at 8pm 21+ after 10pm. There will be themed drinks, and they will take your favorite 90’s song requests.
Celebrate in style at Maggie’s Pub Sparkle Party! This is the light at the 2024 tunnel. DJ dance party from 9am to close with sparkling drink specials all night.
Enjoy live music at Charlie’s Pub with Stalnaker Hill. This guitar picking duo is out of Elkins and they bring the noise every time they hit the stage. Enjoy a show and ring in the New Year.
New Year’s Day Adventures
If you’re looking for a brunch, stop by Chetty’s Pub at Adventures on the Gorge for their festive New Year’s Day brunch, a perfect way to enjoy the day before heading out for evening festivities.
Kick off 2025 with the thrill of the Fayette Station Polar Swim! This exhilarating annual tradition invites locals and visitors alike to take a bold plunge into the New River. Meet at Fayette Station at 12:45 PM to participate in the 1:00 PM plunge. Space is limited to 50 participants, so preregistration is required. Remember to carpool and park in the upper lot—don’t cross the railroad tracks.
Prefer a bird’s-eye view? Book a Bridge Walk Tour and experience a breathtaking perspective of the gorge, including a view of the Polar Swim below. Visit www.bridgewalk.com to make your reservation.
For those who want to stay active, join Active Southern WV for a guided First Day Hike on the Kaymoor Trail from 11 AM to 12 PM. Or explore one of the many stunning trails in the New River Gorge National Park on your own, embracing a fresh start to the year in the great outdoors.
Extend Your Stay
Make your New Year’s visit to Fayetteville extra special by booking a stay with one of our lodging partners. Relax in a cozy cabin, enjoy the charm of the Historic Morris Harvey House Inn, or indulge in a luxurious retreat at Lafayette Flats. Prefer to be close to the action? Stay in a vacation rental within walking distance of Fayetteville’s delightful shops and restaurants.
No matter how you choose to celebrate, Fayetteville offers the perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, and celebration to make your New Year’s unforgettable. Reserve your stay and join us in ringing in 2025 in true Fayetteville style!