Foodies! Say goodbye to 2024 and hello to 2025! There’s no better way to bid farewell to another productive year than by counting down with your friends, family and loved ones. With that said, we’ve listed out 8 awesome places that you can drop by for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve countdown in Penang. Time to start scrolling!
8 Countdown Spots In Penang To Ring In 2025
1. Straits Quay
Remember those good old days when you would jio your friends and head to Straits Quay for the most memorable NYE countdown? Then MCO happened followed by an inevitable hiatus. This year, Straits Quay is back and we can expect vibrant countdown market, electrifying dance & live band performances, DJ line up and to kickstart a brand new year, a spectacular fireworks display.
Location: The Promenade, Straits Quay
Date: 31 December 2024
Time: Starting 7:30 PM
2. Gurney Plaza
Capybara lovers where you at? To mark the end of 2024, Gurney Plaza is hosting a New Year Countdown Shopping Spree featuring capybara mascot appearance, fun balloon giveaways from Stilt Clown and exciting redemptions like Potong Ice Cream, Popcorn and Cotton Candy for a sweet start to 2025.
3. Hard Rock Hotel
Imagine counting down to a brand new year with a poolside fireworks bash. Get ready to fire up the night with Fuego.Flow’s epic fire show, beats by special guest DJ Sana from Thailand a beach bonfire and more surprises in store to keep the party going all night! Get your tickets here.
4. The TOP
No NYE Countdown will be complete without the most breathtaking fireworks sprouting from Penang’s iconic Komtar. This year, you can choose to feast on a New Year Buffet at The TOP or purchase a Countdown Ticket to ring in 2025 with a blast. Featuring DJ Mingyi & DJ Parisz as well as live performances by Halida & Friends, don’t miss out on Penang’s most dazzling New Year celebration.
5. Auto City Juru
Let’s make a trip over to the mainland and join in the super fun and exciting New Year Countdown at Auto City, Penang. Look forward to countdown firework show, live band by M Fella’s, traditional face changing, ballet dance by Rising Star Ballet Studio, fire show by Flow Jobs Fire Arts, Jiu Market and more.
Location: Auto-City, in front of Starbucks
Date: 31 Dec 2024
Time: 6.00PM – 12AM
6. Gurney Paragon Mall
If you’re along Gurney, then drop by at Gurney Paragon Mall and get ready to rock & revel to a brand new 2025. Party and count down with DJ Tick Lim, Beauty & Beast and Kozyy at Festive Square with this unforgettable Countdown Party.
7. Captain Morgan Kitchen & Bar
All aboard! Head over to Captain Morgan Kitchen & Bar and bid farewell to 2024 on Penang’s first floating food hall. There will be a live band, Project-X that will set the stage on fire and best of all, you can also sit back and ring in 2025 with a dazzling display over the sea. This will be an unforgettable moment filled with great music and a spectacular view.
8. Mercure Hotels Penang Beach
Mercure Hotels is having a New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner and you can even enjoy Buy 3 FREE 1 promo! Feast away with good food, live band, DJs, Lucky Draw and Countdown Party. Nothing like kickstarting a brand new year with a filling tummy.
Goodbye 2024, Hello 2025!
And now you have 7 amazing places that you can countdown in Penang to a brand new year. Whether you prefer a music-filled night or be surrounded by breathtaking fireworks show, remember to stay safe and Happy 2025!
