Celebrate New Year's Eve 2024 with a Spectacular FREE Concert in Austin

As the year comes to a close, Austin is gearing up for a vibrant New Year's Eve celebration at Auditorium Shores. This free event promises an unforgettable night filled with live music, food trucks, and a dazzling fireworks display to welcome 2025.

Free Event Details

• Date and Time: December 31, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

• Location: Auditorium Shores, Austin, TX

• Performers: Third Eye Blind, DJ Mel, Angélica Rahe, and Gina Chavez

• Special Features: Fireworks, food trucks, and a beer garden

Event Overview

Austin's New Year's Eve celebration will take place on December 31 at Auditorium Shores, featuring a lineup of exciting performances. Hosted by CNN's Sara Sidner, Harry Enten, and Cari Champion, the event will kick off at 7 p.m. with local food vendors and a beer garden, leading up to the midnight countdown.

Performance Schedule

The evening will be packed with entertainment, including:

• 7:00 p.m.: Park grounds, food trucks, and beer garden open

• 7:00 p.m. - 11:45 p.m.: Performances by DJ Mel, Angélica Rahe, Gina Chavez, and Third Eye Blind

• 11:45 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.: Drone show

• 11:55 p.m. - Midnight: Countdown to 2025 followed by a fireworks display

Food and Drink Options

Attendees can enjoy a variety of local food trucks, including:

• Amy’s Ice Cream

• Burro Cheese Kitchen

• Garbo’s Lobster

• Gelu Italian Ice

• Iron Burger

• Peace, Love and Burgers

• Shawarma Point

• Tacobaby

• The Mighty Cone

• Yapa Artisan Empanadas

Transportation and Parking

To accommodate the expected crowd, several parking options are available:

• One Texas Center

• Palmer Events Center

• RiverSouth Garage

• City Hall Garage

• State Garage N

CapMetro will provide free rides on all services after 5 p.m. on December 31, making it easy for attendees to reach the event.

Road Closures

For safety and accessibility, certain roads will be closed:

• West Riverside Drive: Closed from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.

• South First Street: Closed from 10:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Additionally, Lady Bird Lake will be closed to all watercraft from 10:30 p.m. on December 31 to 1 a.m. on January 1.

Safety Guidelines

The Austin Police Department and local health officials encourage attendees to:

• Remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.

• Plan for cold weather and dress accordingly.

• Stay with your group and have a designated meeting spot.

• Keep phones charged and plan for a safe ride home.

As Austin prepares to ring in the new year, the city invites everyone to join in the festivities at Auditorium Shores for a night of music, community, and celebration. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to welcome 2025 in style!