MARINA DEL REY

NYE Fireworks Show & Glow Party

RAIN or SHINE!

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2023 in Marina del Rey with a Glow Party & Fireworks Show!  Download the event flier. 

To ensure your experience is as convenient and enjoyable as possible, please review the following FAQ list.

PARKING DETAILS:  View parking map, rates, and street closure details here.

For questions, please call (424) 526-7900 or email events@bh.lacounty.gov. 

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Do you have an event map for the NYE activities?
Click here for a printable version of the event map.

NYE Event Map

What time does the fireworks show start and how long will it last?
In celebration of New Year’s Eve, there will be two 10-minute fireworks displays: 8:59 PM (East Coast) & 11:59 PM (West Coast).
Where are the best viewing spots in Marina del Rey to see the show?

The fireworks will be shot from the south jetty in Marina del Rey. You can view the show from nearly anywhere in Marina del Rey.

Where can I park in Marina del Rey?

There are 11 public parking lots in Marina del Rey, which are open 24 hours. Fisherman’s Village and Lot 2 are prime parking for the NYE fireworks event. Plan to arrive to the Marina early, as the lots fill up quickly.  Many spectators arrive early in the morning on NYE and stay until after the fireworks show.
NOTE: Burton Chace Park’s 90-minute parking lot will not be available for event parking.

How much are the parking rates?

Holiday parking rates apply on NYE and range between $11 – $20 at public lots available throughout the Marina as shown below.
Pay CASH for faster entrance. Expect delays, especially with credit card payments. Parking fees are non-refundable.
SPECIAL NYE HOLIDAY PARKING RATES:

How will traffic be at the event?

Due to the popularity of this event, expect heavy traffic delays on the roads surrounding the Marina del Rey area.

Will there be street closures in Marina del Rey?

Yes, below are the planned street closures in Marina del Rey for New Year’s Eve:

7:00 PM –12:30 PM 
Mindanao Way (westbound) closed (including from NB Admiralty’s left-turn lane)

8:30 PM and 1:00 AM
No Left Turn @ Fiji Way onto NB Admiralty

In addition, the Waterside Shopping Center driveway on Mindanao Way, near Ralphs, will be temporarily closed at 9:00 PM and 12:00 AM for up to one hour to alleviate vehicle and pedestrian traffic in the area.  All other driveways at the shopping center will not be impacted. 

NOTE: The times and locations of street closures are subject to change at any time due to traffic conditions.

How do I get around Marina del Rey?

Alternate Transportation on NYE:

  • The Marvin Braude Coastal Bike Trail is a 22-mile paved bicycle path that runs along the Los Angeles County coastline, from Will Rogers State Beach in Pacific Palisades to Torrance County Beach in Torrance. The bike trail runs through Marina del Rey from Dockweiler State Beach to Washington Boulevard near Venice Beach.
  • Rideshare:  Passengers using rideshare services, such as Lyft or Uber, should expect extended delays in service times due to heavy traffic and scheduled road closures in Marina del Rey on NYE.
    Rideshare drivers are cautioned against illegally stopping or parking to pick-up/drop-off passengers, as it poses a safety risk to both parties, as well as to other motorists and pedestrians.  Due to street closures, the pick-up/drop-off of passengers may need to take place beyond the Marina’s immediate boundaries.

Can I take a rideshare service to/from the event?

Yes, but passengers using rideshare services, such as Lyft or Uber, should expect extended delays in service times due to heavy traffic and scheduled street closures in Marina del Rey on New Year’s Eve.

Rideshare drivers are cautioned against illegally stopping or parking to pick-up/drop-off passengers, as it poses a safety risk to both parties, as well as to other motorists and pedestrians.  Due to street closures, the pick-up/drop-off of passengers may need to take place beyond the Marina’s immediate boundaries.

Is the event rain or shine?
Yes, the Marina del Rey NYE Firework & Glow Party event is rain or shine.
Will food be available at the event?

The Marina del Rey area boasts an exciting variety of restaurants, featuring an array of cuisines at different price points.  See the Marina del Rey Dining Guide for a full list of restaurants and food establishments, and be sure to verify the NYE hours of operation.

The event will also feature various gourmet food trucks. PRO TIP: Skip the line and order ahead on the Best Food Trucks website.

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