Ringing in the new year in Cobb County? Here are 11 ways to welcome 2025

The countdown to New Year’s Eve has begun, and Cobb County is ready with fun things to do. No matter how you plan to celebrate, the county isn’t dropping the ball.

Here are 11 ways to ring in the new year.

Noon Year’s Eve at South Cobb Library

Mableton’s South Cobb Library will host Noon Year’s Eve from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. with music, crafts, stories and a special noon countdown.

More information can be found at cobbcounty.org/events/noon-years-eve.

Bash at The Battery

Just along Truist Park, the Battery Atlanta is going big on New Year’s Eve this year. Early inning celebrations will begin at 6 p.m., featuring music from Grammy nominated Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could. Once they finish on the Georgia Power Pavilion Stage, kids can enjoy a countdown to the new year at 8 p.m.

The late inning fun begins at 9 p.m. with A-Town A-List, finishing at midnight with fireworks and confetti. Details are available at batteryatl.com/event/new-years-eve-bash-presented-by-xfinity.

Concert at the Strand

Queen fans are in for a rocking good time at the Strand Theatre in Marietta. Georgia Players Guild band Champions will take the stage to cover the iconic group’s hit tracks, including “Bohemian Rhapsody” and “Somebody to Love.”

Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and ticket information can be found at earlsmithstrand.org.

Party with the Kurt Thomas Band

Georgia native Kurt Thomas Band will be kicking off the party at Marietta’s Dixie Tavern with their award-winning country music. The bar will have drink specials and a champagne toast when the ball drops.

The party begins at 9 p.m. Details at dixietavern.com/events/new-years-eve-party-kurt-thomas-band.

Roaring ‘20s

Battle & Brew at The Battery is going Gatsby-esque for New Year’s Eve. The roaring ‘20s party starts at 8:30 p.m. and is expected to have plenty of jazz and “glittering gold.” Tickets range from $45 to $130.

Visit battleandbrewbattery.com/new-years-eve-nye-party for more information.

Noon Year’s Eve at Vinings Library

From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Noon Year’s Eve will be going down at Vinings Library. It’s set to feature party games, a balloon drop, dancing and more. Info can be found at cobbcounty.org/events/noon-years-eve-birthday-bash.

Glover Park Brewery

Marietta hops master Glover Park Brewery has music and more in store for New Year’s Eve. At 8 p.m., the beer maker will open its upstairs area for a 21-and-up party featuring 2025 swag. From 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., DJ Brick will be pumping up the dance floor. Tickets are $10.

For details, visit gloverparkbrewery.com.

293 Concert at the Governors Gun Club

Kennesaw’s Governors Gun Club will usher in the new year with a concert. Featuring 293, a “high-energy party band,” visitors can rock out until the midnight balloon drop and champagne toast. Doors open at 8:30 p.m.

For tickets, visit freshtix.com/events/293-nye-concert-.

Pour Decisions at Punch Bowl Social

Nestled against The Battery, Punch Bowl Social will host “Pour Decisions” at 9 p.m. The 21-and-up party starts with a Jell-O welcome shot and music from DJ Queen Amena. There will be a sparkling toast and balloon drop when midnight strikes.

Tickets are $40. Details can be found at batteryatl.com/event/nye-pour-decisions-party-at-punch-bowl-social.

Party at Red Hare Brewing

Marietta’s Red Hare Brewing Co. will start celebrating at 8 p.m. with dancing, live music and an open bar. Tickets are $65, though designated drivers can get in for $10. For more information, visit redharenewyearsparty.rsvpify.com.