New Year’s Eve to New Year’s Day in Ramsgate:
Parade, Party & Stay!
The celebrations begin early on New Year’s Eve with a vibrant parade through Ramsgate, bringing colour, music and community spirit to the streets. It’s the perfect way to gather friends and family, soak up the atmosphere and start the night in true Ramsgate style.
The parade sets off from St George’s Church at around 4.45pm, travelling through the town centre, along Harbour Parade and finishing at Ramsgate Tunnels.
Get Involved – Lantern Workshops
Want to join the parade and create your own lantern? Drop in to St George’s Church, Church Hill, CT11 8RA for one of the free workshops:
- Monday 29 December: 10.30am–12.30pm & 2.30pm–4.30pm
- Tuesday 30 December: 10.30am–12.30pm & 2.30pm–4.30pm
- Wednesday 31 December: 10.30am–12.30pm
(don’t forget your lanterns if you took them home!)
Parade Timings
- 4.00pm – Meet at St George’s Church to collect lanterns
- 4.40pm – Parade forms up
- 4.45pm – Parade sets off through the town centre, along the harbour and finishes at Ramsgate Tunnels
Photos: Frank Leppard
Harbour Lights at Dusk
As dusk falls, the Royal Harbour takes centre stage, with beautifully illuminated boats creating a magical coastal backdrop. This is the final night to enjoy the full harbour lights display this season, making it a must-see moment of the evening.
Stroll along the waterfront, take photos and enjoy Ramsgate shining its way into the New Year.
Harbour images / drone footage: Frank Leppard & Mike Bell
New Year’s Eve: Eat, Drink & Celebrate
As the evening continues, Ramsgate’s bars, pubs, cafés and restaurants will be hosting New Year’s Eve specials from live music and themed menus to late-night parties. Whether you’re after a relaxed drink overlooking the harbour or a lively dancefloor until midnight and beyond, there’s something for everyone.
New Year’s Eve Highlights
Ramsgate Tandoori
New Year’s Eve Buffet – £24.50
17 Harbour Street, CT11 8HA
The Belle Vue
NYE Party, 7.00pm–12.30am
Live music & great food
Pegwell Road, CT11 0NJ
The East Kent Arms
New Year’s Eve Party, 7.30pm–late
Cowboy fancy dress
27 Chatham Street, CT11 7QA
Silvers ShowBar
NYE from 7.30pm–late
Bottomless brunch upgrade – £40
Live music from Red
CT11 8HA
Enoteca Bar
Bingo & Cheese Night, 8.00pm–late
£30
62 Harbour Parade, CT11 8LN
Coastal Bar
NYE from 8.00pm–2.00am
Table bookings & drinks offers
37 Harbour Street, CT11 8HA
Rokka
New Year’s Eve Party, 9.00pm–4.00am
£10–£15 (+ booking fee)
64 Harbour Parade, CT11 8LN
The Queen’s Head
DJ Nick Jones – FREE ENTRY
78 Harbour Parade, CT11 8LP
Stay the Night
Need a room for the night and looking for a more ‘all inclusive’ evening? Albion House and San Clu have got you covered! You can also check our where to stay for more options. Places to stay with special offers:
San Clu
Casino & Disco Night with buffet – £69. and overnight stay – £99
Dress to impress!
Call 01843 592345 to book
Albion House Hotel
NYE Overnighter Package (1 or 2 nights):
Bed & Breakfast, four-course gala dinner, glass of champagne & disco
Prices from £435 per room (based on two sharing)
B&B-only rooms available from £165
Call 01843 606630 to book.
New Year’s Day in Ramsgate
Need to soak up some of the celebrations from the night before? There’s lots of lovely options for brunch! From Ship Shape Café in Military Road, overlooking the harbour, to Union Café on Queen Street, offering children’s specials (so you don’t have to!) and Seabird in Addington Street for a top-notch brunch!
The Famous New Year’s Day Dip
The celebrations don’t stop at midnight. On 1 January, Ramsgate welcomes the year ahead with the ever-popular New Year’s Day Dip.
Each year, brave participants take to the sea to raise funds for Ronald McDonald House, cheered on by spectators along the beach. This year’s fancy dress theme is Marvel characters, so expect superheroes aplenty! I shall be wearing the Invisible Woman costume…
Dipping starts at midday, followed by warming drinks and live music at The Queen’s Head on Harbour Parade.
Make It a Ramsgate New Year
With its festive parade, sparkling harbour lights, buzzing New Year’s Eve celebrations and the iconic New Year’s Day Dip, Ramsgate offers more than just a night out — it’s a full New Year destination.
Come for the parade. Stay for the party. Start the year Happy in Ramsgate.
Rebekah Smith
Ramsgate Town Promoter, on behalf of Ramsgate Town Council