Hey Neighbor!
Wishing you a happy and safe New Year’s Eve! 🎆
If you’re heading out, don’t miss the fireworks in downtown WPB at the stroke of midnight, which are the first since NYE 2017. But, bundle up because it will be the coldest NYE in 25 years! Staying in? Catch the ball drop and, if you like reality TV, consider watching Members Only: Palm Beach on Netflix to see what local spots you can find.
Now, let’s dive in…
In This Edition:
🎆 Fireworks Return
🍽 Ones to Watch
🏎️ Super Cars
THINGS TO DO
This Week’s Checklist: From Fireworks to Fresh Starts 🎆✨
Lots of happenings around town to kickstart the new year! 👇️
🎆 New Year’s Eve Celebrations
🗓️ Wednesday, December 31
Fireworks return for the first time since 2017, lighting up the Intracoastal at midnight. Plus, choose from black-tie galas, rooftop parties, prix-fixe dinners, family-friendly options, and more!
🎨 Art After Dark at the Norton
🗓️ Friday, January 2
The Norton Museum stays open late with live music, hands-on art workshops, and docent-led tours—an easy, culture-filled way to kick off the weekend.
🐢 WILD in the Palm Beaches Tour
🗓️ Sunday, January 4
A guided half-day wildlife adventure visiting Manatee Lagoon, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, and Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Includes transportation, lunch, and supports local conservation efforts.
🏎️ SuperCar Week
🗓️ Saturday, January 3 through Sunday, January 11
Nine days of car events across Palm Beach County, culminating in a FREE waterfront showcase in downtown West Palm Beach on Sunday, January 11, featuring classics, exotics, and supercars.
🚴 SoulCycle at The Colony
🗓️ Through Monday, January 5
Start the new year strong with high-energy morning rides at The Colony in Palm Beach. These popular classes fill quickly, so booking ahead is a must.
NEWS
Quick & Dirty Headlines 🗞
Primetime golf, NYE plans & what to eat next…
🎆 Where to Ring in 2026 in Palm Beach & WPB
From black-tie galas at The Breakers to rooftop countdowns, waterfront fireworks, family-friendly celebrations, and late-night parties, this is your go-to guide for New Year’s Eve. See the best NYE options →
⛳ Golf Goes Primetime: TGL Season 2 Returns Dec. 28
Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s high-energy golf league is back in Palm Beach County with bigger greens, bolder strategy, mic’d-up stars, and ESPN primetime drama. Learn more →
🍽️ New Restaurants to Watch in 2026
Eataly is open, Tutto Mare launches Jan. 2, Michelin-starred chefs are moving in, and major new dining districts are taking shape — 2026 is shaping up to be a huge year for food lovers. What’s opening →
🧠 TRIVIA: Where do Palm Beach locals gather on New Year's Day to commemorate the new year with a picture?
PBN’s Featured Restaurant
Table 26
🤗 Thanks for another great week in paradise!
📈 The results are in: A lot of us said, “let’s circle back next year,” and well… here it comes…
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