Still no plans? Here are some things to do for New Year’s Eve across Dallas-Fort Worth this year

DALLAS — Still figuring out your New Year’s Eve plans? You’re in luck. The Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex is packed with fun ways to ring in 2026 — yes, even for procrastinators like you.

Whether you’re toasting at midnight or celebrating early with the kids, there’s no shortage of ways to usher in the new year in style.

Let’s take a look at some of the top events taking place across North Texas this New Year’s Eve below.

Downtown Dallas’ signature New Year’s Eve celebration offers a Texas-sized show from Reunion Tower featuring over 5,000 pyrotechnics, a 259-LED light display and a 500-drone light display that launches right around midnight over the Dallas skyline.

Ring in 2026 in the heart of downtown Fort Worth with fireworks, live music, street performers and more. More than 40,000 people are expected to attend this year’s event, which will culminate in a fireworks show at midnight.