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New Year’s Eve 2026

New Year’s at The Spencer Hotel

Welcome the New Year in style at The Spencer Hotel. Set in the heart of Dublin, we’re the perfect base for celebrating with friends, enjoying a special evening of dining and drinks, and waking up ready to explore the city on New Year’s Day.

Dublin New Year’s Festival

Welcome 2027 with the energy and excitement of NYF Dublin, Ireland’s biggest New Year celebration. Taking place across Dublin city and beyond, the festival brings together live music, spectacular light displays, family-friendly entertainment and unforgettable moments as the capital counts down to midnight.

The celebrations traditionally span three days, with events taking place across iconic Dublin locations. Expect a vibrant programme of live performances, street entertainment, interactive experiences and the NYF Music Trail, showcasing some of Ireland’s best emerging and established talent.

One of the highlights of the celebrations is the spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks display, lighting up the skies along Dublin’s coastline at Howth Harbour and Dún Laoghaire Harbour. There are also family-friendly celebrations, making NYF Dublin an exciting experience for all ages.

With Dublin Castle at the heart of the festival, the city becomes the perfect backdrop for welcoming the New Year. Spend the day exploring Dublin’s streets, shops, restaurants and historic landmarks before joining the celebrations and raising a glass to 2027.

Stay in the heart of Dublin and make a New Year’s break of it, with the city’s biggest celebrations on your doorstep.

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