Whether it’s swing dancing, live rock bands, DJ dance parties, stand-up comedy, magic acts, dueling pianos or champagne toasts, there’s something for everyone in the family at SoCal’s amusement par…
Shortly after the Christmas gifts are unwrapped and the holiday feast is consumed the same question arises every year: What are we going to do for New Year’s Eve? Fortunately, Southern California theme parks have you covered. Disneyland, Disney California Adventure, Knott’s Berry Farm, Universal Studios Hollywood, SeaWorld San Diego and Legoland California all have festivities planned for those looking to ring in 2022 with thrill rides, live music and midnight fireworks. Whether it’s swing dancing, live rock bands, DJ dance parties, stand-up comedy, magic acts, dueling pianos or champagne toasts, there’s something for everyone in the family at SoCal’s amusement parks on New Year’s Eve. Let’s take a closer look at what’s on tap at local theme parks on the last night of 2021: The Anaheim theme park has a reputation as the place to be in Orange County on New Year’s Eve. The park will ring in the new year with fireworks at 9 p.m. and midnight. Main Street U.S.A. in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle is often jam-packed hours before the clock strikes midnight with visitors waiting for the nighttime spectacular. Additional fireworks viewing locations can be found in the plaza in front of It’s a Small World and the Fantasmic viewing area along Rivers in America. New Year’s Eve festivities at Disneyland will feature DJs and special musical performers. The Christopher Brothers band performs live at Tomorrowland Terrace. DJ dance parties will take place in Tomorrowland, at Sleeping Beauty Castle, near It’s a Small World and on the west side of the park. Disneyland will open at 8 a.m. on New Year’s Eve and stay open until 2 a.m. Advance reservations are required to visit Disneyland on all dates including New Year’s Eve.
