Holiday Planning & Ideas New Year's Eve Party Ideas 14 New Year's Eve Entertaining Essentials for Your End-of-Year Party Welcome 2023 in style with these must-have News Year's Eve items, from drinkware to bar cart decorations. By Madeline Buiano Madeline Buiano Madeline Buiano is the staff writer for MarthaStewart.com, sharing her knowledge on a range of topics—from gardening and cleaning to home and pets. She has five years of writing and editing experience in the digital publishing industry. Editorial Guidelines Published on December 2, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Photo: Courtesy of Williams Sonoma Before we start anew on January 1, we must first celebrate the year that's being left behind. If you're planning a New Year's Eve bash, you know the event has a few necessities: Delicious food, glamorous décor, and enough Champagne for that quintessential midnight toast. To ensure your ode to 2022 goes off without a hitch, you'll need to stock up on a few essentials. Hosting a casual open house? Slide thematic cocktails napkins under guests' Champagne coupes (we thought of those, too!) to prevent sweat rings on your surfaces as they mix and mingle—or opt for an upbeat disco ball theme and fill your space with dozens of the light-throwing orbs. And if you're holding a more refined fête? Sleek antiqued brass candle holders and gold-rimmed placemats will infuse your space with gilded sophistication. From table décor to bar cart accessories, it's the extra details that give your end-of-year bash all the glitz and glam it requires. These Unique Party Themes Will Liven Up Your New Year's Eve Party Pottery Barn "Cheers!" Cotton Cocktail Napkins $32 for 4, potterybarn.com Champagne is typically flowing on New Year's Eve. Protect your surfaces from ring marks by ensuring guests get one of these festive cocktail napkins with their beverage. HyDren 30-Piece Disco Ball Décor Courtesy of Amazon $21.99, amazon.com Few things are more symbolic of New Year's Eve than the glittering ball that drops at midnight. Incorporate that motif into your party décor by displaying these reflective pieces throughout your home. Estelle Colored Glass Mixed Champagne Flute Set Courtesy of Anthropologie $205 for 6, anthropologie.com Make your New Year's Eve toast extra fun by opting for these colorful Champagne flutes over the clear glass iterations. Williams Sonoma Antique Brass Tray Courtesy of Williams Sonoma $89.95, williams-sonoma.com Evoke the luxe vibe of a 1920s end-of-the-year bash with this antique-inspired tray table. Use it to serve drinks and small bites throughout the evening. Nomi K Gold Rimmed Shell Round Placemat Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue $110, saksfifthavenue.com If you're planning a formal dinner for New Year's Eve, infuse some glam into your tableware with these gold-rimmed placemats. The shell-crafted center adds an extra elegant touch. Paper Source Champagne Party Crackers Courtesy of Paper Source $18.95, papersource.com Pop these party crackers when the clock strikes midnight to welcome in 2023. The festive Champagne-shaped poppers are filled with fun treats that will bring your party to the next level. Antiqued Brass Candlestick Courtesy of Anthropologie $34, anthropologie.com Candles will provide even more ambience when you display them in these gold candlesticks. Made from antiqued brass, the holders provide a polished accent for your table or mantel. Pottery Barn Etched Gold Rim Coupe Glasses Courtesy of Pottery Barn $79, potterybarn.com Go beyond Champagne flutes this year and opt for these coupe glasses when serving some bubbly. The 24-karat gold rims and fine etching feel like something straight out of The Great Gatsby. Pottery Barn Austin Tumbled Metal Serving Bowls Courtesy of Pottery Barn $19.50, potterybarn.com Bar snacks, like nuts and popcorn, are staples to leave out during casual New Year's Eve parties. These metal serving bowls will make your small bites look ultra-chic. Barfroee Cocktail Picks Courtesy of Amazon $9.99, amazon.coom Elevate your charcuterie display with these colorful skewers. The pearl-like balls on the tips make it easier for you to grip, so the food stays in place. Pottery Barn Rustic Metal Handcrafted Footed Champagne Bucket Courtesy of Pottery Barn $199, potterybarn.com This hand-cast bucket elevates any occasion—especially New Year's Eve. With a rough-hewn finish, it has a dappled texture that will give your bar cart a rustic, yet trendy look. Urban Outfitters Multicolor Taper Candle Courtesy of Urban Outfitters $16 for 6, urbanoutfitters.com Candles are an easy way to set the tone for your New Year's Eve fête. This set of six comes in multiple colors ranging from blue to lavender. Williams Sonoma Marble & Brass Cheese Board with Cheese Knives Courtesy of Williams Sonoma $119.95, williams-sonoma.com No New Year's Eve get-together would be complete without a grazing board. Your assortment of meats and cheese will look beautiful when displayed on this marble board, which comes with three brass knives for serving. Pottery Barn Curtain Rain String Lights Courtesy of Pottery Barn $89, potterybarn.com An easy way to make your party feel more festive is to add string lights. One strand of these cascading lights spans the width of an accent wall and sets the tone for a celebratory evening. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit