Things to do on New Year's Eve in California (Updated 2026)

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The Legends & Icons Tour of Palm Springs

• Designated Historic Districts: We will point out many of the different, historic neighborhoods surrounding the Palm Springs area. • Palm Springs Walk Of Stars: …More

• Designated Historic Districts: We will point out many of the different, historic neighborhoods surrounding the Palm Springs area. • Palm Springs Walk Of Stars:...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$140
Santa Barbara Ghost Tours® Invisible Becomes Visible Walking Tour

Welcome to the Original first Ghost Tour in Santa Barbara - Enchantment awaits you. SBGT includes tales of history and mystery curated/collected from research done …More

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Welcome to the Original first Ghost Tour in Santa Barbara - Enchantment awaits you. SBGT includes tales of history and mystery curated/collected from research done...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$25
Avalon City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Take a self-guided GPS audio tour through the streets of Avalon with me. My name is Matthew and I am one of the 4000 residents …More

Take a self-guided GPS audio tour through the streets of Avalon with me. My name is Matthew and I am one of the 4000 residents...

85 to 170 minutes Free Cancellation
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$7
City Cruises Newport Beach: Orange County Premier Dinner Cruise

If you're looking for a night of exceptional food, brilliant views and music to romance the night away to, you'll love the Orange County dinner …More

If you're looking for a night of exceptional food, brilliant views and music to romance the night away to, you'll love the Orange County dinner...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$131
Luxury Catamaran Sailing Charter of San Diego

The Malarky is a 47' Luxury Catamaran, located in the San Diego Bay. Our on-board Captain and Crew will assist you with any needs while …More

The Malarky is a 47' Luxury Catamaran, located in the San Diego Bay. Our on-board Captain and Crew will assist you with any needs while...

2 to 8 hours
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$1,100
Monterey State Historic Park and Fisherman’s Wharf: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour explores Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey California. It includes the Portola Plaza & Hotel, Custom House Plaza & Museum, the …More

This self-guided, self-paced audio walking tour explores Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey California. It includes the Portola Plaza & Hotel, Custom House Plaza & Museum, the...

75 to 90 minutes
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$10
Highway 1 Pacific Coast Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Welcome to the GPS-enabled driving tour of California’s famous Highway 1, the Pacific …More

Recommended: Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! Welcome to the GPS-enabled driving tour of California’s famous Highway 1, the Pacific...

10 to 11 hours Free Cancellation
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$25
SF's Chinatown: Tea & Dim Sum Food Tour

Embark on a culinary expedition in Chinatown, where the origins of the fortune cookie come to life, a myriad of dim sum and tea await …More

Embark on a culinary expedition in Chinatown, where the origins of the fortune cookie come to life, a myriad of dim sum and tea await...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$115
San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour (Greater Palm Springs)

Only Red Jeep Tours can take you to Metate Ranch, located in the heart of the San Andreas Fault Zone. On this awe-inspiring OPEN-AIR Jeep …More

Only Red Jeep Tours can take you to Metate Ranch, located in the heart of the San Andreas Fault Zone. On this awe-inspiring OPEN-AIR Jeep...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$175
Onewheel Electric Hoverboard Lesson and Bay Ride

Try the world's first off-road electric hoverboard and ride like a pro! With a top speed of 19mph and the ability to ride on grass, …More

Try the world's first off-road electric hoverboard and ride like a pro! With a top speed of 19mph and the ability to ride on grass,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$79
Santa Barbara Ghost Tours® Wine Tasting & History & Mystery Tour

This is an ALL EXCLUSIVE tour at high-end designed SB tour consisting of a World Class wine tasting for the first hour consisting of listening …More

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This is an ALL EXCLUSIVE tour at high-end designed SB tour consisting of a World Class wine tasting for the first hour consisting of listening...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$95
San Diego: Gaslamp Ghost Tour with Inside Access Downtown

Go Inside!! Only with Us. The Local SD Tour. SD Only. We Don't Fake or Pay For Reviews. All Real. :) We Are the Only …More

Go Inside!! Only with Us. The Local SD Tour. SD Only. We Don't Fake or Pay For Reviews. All Real. :) We Are the Only...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
Unfolding the Financial District: A San Francisco Chronicle Self-Guided Tour

Take in the Financial District at your own pace with this affordable walking tour created by the San Francisco Chronicle. • See the neighborhood's often …More

Take in the Financial District at your own pace with this affordable walking tour created by the San Francisco Chronicle. • See the neighborhood's often...

60 to 75 minutes
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$12
Haunted Whaley House Admission

Experience one of the most haunted houses in America and learn about the good, bad and the haunted! This self-guided daytime tour will educate you …More

Experience one of the most haunted houses in America and learn about the good, bad and the haunted! This self-guided daytime tour will educate you...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$15
Napa Valley's Best Wine Tour w/ Local Expert

A tour curated by lifetime locals that work in the industry, with insider access to hidden wineries, boutique brands and incredible properties. Every tour is …More

A tour curated by lifetime locals that work in the industry, with insider access to hidden wineries, boutique brands and incredible properties. Every tour is...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,300
North Park Beerucation Tour

Beer is the backbone of San Diego and North Park is a beer mecca. The goal of the Beerucation Tour is to dive deep into …More

Beer is the backbone of San Diego and North Park is a beer mecca. The goal of the Beerucation Tour is to dive deep into...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$85
Apple Pies & Desert Skies: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

Explore San Diego’s mountains, desert, and backcountry on a self-guided scenic driving tour from Escondido to Julian via Palomar Mountain and Borrego Springs. This 152-mile …More

Explore San Diego’s mountains, desert, and backcountry on a self-guided scenic driving tour from Escondido to Julian via Palomar Mountain and Borrego Springs. This 152-mile...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$15
45ft Exotic Sport Yacht Private Tour In Newport Beach

Enjoy a day boating in Newport Beach, California with your friends and family! Work or Play anywhere on the water with our Starlink wifi system. …More

Enjoy a day boating in Newport Beach, California with your friends and family! Work or Play anywhere on the water with our Starlink wifi system....

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$1,550
SKIP THE LINE: Exploratorium Daytime Admission

Step into the Exploratorium, the award-winning museum of science, art, and human perception. With more than 650 hands-on exhibits across six indoor and outdoor galleries, …More

Step into the Exploratorium, the award-winning museum of science, art, and human perception. With more than 650 hands-on exhibits across six indoor and outdoor galleries,...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
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$40
PIER 39 Flying Theater, 7D Ride & Laser Maze — 3-Attraction Pass

This combo is only available to book online — you won't find this 3-attraction bundle at the door. Make the most of your time at …More

This combo is only available to book online — you won't find this 3-attraction bundle at the door. Make the most of your time at...

30 to 40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$29
San Francisco - 7D Ride Experience at PIER 39

The 7D Ride Experience at PIER 39 is part thrill ride, part laser blasting game, and all-out fun. Up to 20 players compete at once, …More

The 7D Ride Experience at PIER 39 is part thrill ride, part laser blasting game, and all-out fun. Up to 20 players compete at once,...

10 to 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$15
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