New Year’s Eve in Rogers and Northwest Arkansas: Where to Celebrate on December 31, 2026

A 3pm confetti drop for families in Bentonville. Cocktails, dinner, and late-night plans in Rogers.

Not every New Year’s Eve plan needs a midnight countdown. Families can celebrate early with a 3pm confetti drop in Bentonville. Adults can spend the night in Rogers, from a speakeasy with a hidden entrance to golf experience complete with cocktails.

Here is where to go on December 31, 2026.

Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve

Looking for New Year’s Eve plans that don’t require keeping the kids up until midnight? Start with a 3pm countdown in Bentonville.

ZING in the New Year at the Scott Family Amazeum

The Scott Family Amazeum in Bentonville holds its ZING in the New Year celebration with STEAM-inspired activities, a WishZING station, and a 3pm countdown and confetti drop. The event is 10am-3pm on New Years Eve.

Staff tip: The museum was largely designed for kids from 4 to 9 years old. However, there are two spaces dedicated for toddlers 2 and under.

Add a visit: Opposites Abstract: A Mo Willems Exhibit

The exhibit at the Amazeum lets kids explore the concept of opposites in interactive ways. Tickets are $17 in person and $14 online for ages 2 and up as well as adults. Children under 2 get in free!

Staying longer

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville pairs art with outdoor experiences. In Rogers, K1 Speed runs all-electric indoor go-karts, and Dual Cities NWA offers tennis, pickleball, and other recreation. Crystal Bridges is open on New Years Eve from 10am-2pm and has traditionally hosted a Noon Year’s Eve event.

Dinner Before the Countdown

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

Firebirds in Rogers is a steak and seafood restaurant cooking over a wood fire, and it is open on New Year’s Eve. The FIREBAR is the place for a toast, with a seasonal cocktail lineup and a half-price happy hour on select favorites. Families can join in too: the kids’ menu has a QR code to sign up for the Jr. Chefs Club, which sends kid-friendly recipes and an Honorary Chef T-shirt.

Chūō Izakaya

A Japanese-inspired menu built around shareable dishes. Owner Leigh Davis says the kitchen serves overnighted premium fish from Tokyo and Honolulu and A5 Wagyu from Kobe.

Staff tip: Their beverage director spent a year building out their cocktail and mocktail menu. You’ll have to go to understand this, but Go Chasin Waterfalls.

Oak Steakhouse

Prime Certified Angus Beef? Yes please! Get your timeless steakhouse favorites like ribeyes, strips, and filtets. Splurge on excellent starters such as crab cakes, pork belly, and cajun shrimp. Located at the top of Hotel AVAIL with beautiful views of Uptown Rogers

Where to Go Out in Rogers (21+)

Rogers has a speakeasy with a hidden entrance and a late night golf experience. Here is where to spend the night on December 31.

Opulence

Opulence in Rogers hosts NYE at Opulence on December 31, with crafted cocktails in a more refined setting than a traditional nightclub. Keep your eyes peeled on their instagram for when the tickets drop.

Magnum Speakeasy

Find the hidden entrance on the first floor of Hotel Vin in Uptown Rogers, where wine on tap and handcrafted cocktails are served in an intimate room. Hotel Vin’s director of sales, Heather Fox, calls it “an experience of discovery.”

Topgolf Rogers

Topgolf puts your group in a climate-controlled hitting bay with interactive golf games, a full menu, and handcrafted drinks. No golf experience is needed. For New Years Eve they stay open late until 1:00am.

FAQ

Are there New Year’s Eve activities for kids who can’t stay up until midnight?

Yes. The Scott Family Amazeum is open starting at 10am with a 3pm countdown for a confetti drop at ZING in the New Year. Crystal Bridges hosts Noon Year’s Eve.

Where can adults celebrate New Year’s Eve in Rogers?

Opulence hosts NYE at Opulence, and Magnum Speakeasy, and Topgolf Rogers are options for drinks and games.

Where can I eat dinner before the countdown in Rogers?

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill serves wood-fired steaks and seafood and is open on New Year’s Eve, and Chūō Izakaya serves shareable Japanese-inspired dishes.