Celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2025, The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago is commemorating its “Golden Era” milestone with an unforgettable New Year’s Eve party on Tuesday, December 31 from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. at The Lakeside Room. The luxury hotel in Chicago’s coveted Gold Coast neighborhood beckons guests to enjoy a glamorous night as they ring in the new year with live entertainment by the award-winning band Ring of Music, known to energize any dance floor with hits spanning decades. Plus, enjoy an enhanced open bar, gourmet hors d’oeuvres and a tempting dessert bar.

The Lakeside Room offers spectacular views of the dazzling New Year’s Eve fireworks at Navy Pier, providing the perfect backdrop for a midnight toast. Admission is priced at $295 per guest (exclusive of tax and gratuity) and includes canapés, sushi, a charcuterie and cheese station and endless Laurent-Perrier champagne to ring in the new year. Reservations can be made on Tock. After a night of celebration, guests won’t want to go home – take advantage of The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago’s New Year’s Eve package which includes a luxury guest room, valet parking and late check out.

The package also includes a $300 credit that can be used toward the New Year’s Eve party, dinner or New Year’s Day brunch. This package starts at $770 per night and can be booked via ritzcarlton.com/chicago.