Illustration of snowman figures in red and green hats in a snowy town with gold fireworks, a clock tower and a red truck (Harbour Town New Year's Eve Celebration)
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Harbour Town New Year's Eve Celebration

Guests gather in Harbour Town to welcome the new year with food, entertainment, and live music. The festivities include counting down to the festive ball drop from the top of the Harbour Town Lighthouse.

Dec 31, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

6:00PM - 1:00AM; ball drops at 7pm and midnight.

Neighborhood

Harbour Town

Food & Drink

Food is available during the celebration, but the event information does not specify food types or drinks.

Location

Harbour Town · 149 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and new year’s eve celebrants

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Outside visitors should budget for the $10 Sea Pines gate fee, which is required to enter the community.
  • Choose the 7 p.m. drop if you want an earlier countdown; the second drop takes place at midnight.
  • Dress in comfortable layers for an evening celebration that takes place around Harbour Town and runs into the night.
  • Call Sea Pines Resort Recreation Department at (843) 842-1979 to confirm details, since schedules and prices are subject to change.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Two ball drops from the Harbour Town Lighthouse this year: an early-evening drop and the new year countdown.

Links & Contact

Run by The Sea Pines Resort

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to do?

Food, entertainment and live music run throughout Harbour Town, building up to the ball drop from the top of the Harbour Town Lighthouse.

Is there an earlier ball drop for those who can't stay up late?

Yes. There are two drops: one in the early evening and one at the countdown to the new year.

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