With snow crunching under your boots and Sheridan Avenue glowing with neon and Christmas lights, Cody, Wyoming is a cozy place to say goodbye to 2025. From ski-hill shenanigans to historic saloons, here’s your insider’s guide to New Year’s Eve in Cody — from the local experts at REV Real Estate.
Downtown Celebrations
New Year’s Eve at Buffalo Bill’s Irma Hotel
December 31, 2025 – 1192 Sheridan Avenue
The “grand old lady of Cody” is known for prime rib, live music, and a midnight toast in the storied saloon, with New Year’s celebrations featured in recent years.Cody Journal For this year’s schedule and reservations, visit irmahotel.com.
Silver Dollar New Year’s Party
December 31, 2025 – Silver Dollar Bar, Downtown Cody
Recent years have brought a New Year’s Eve masquerade with DJ, drink specials, and a dress-to-impress crowd at the Silver Dollar.Cody Journal+1 For a high-energy countdown, watch facebook.com/silverdollarcody for this year’s details.
Winter Adventures
Sleeping Giant Night Skiing
December 31, 2025 – Sleeping Giant Ski Area
Just up the North Fork, Sleeping Giant has offered New Year’s Eve night skiing and on-mountain fun — a very Cody way to close out the year.Sleeping Giant Ski & Zip See skisg.com for hours and event info.
Riley Arena Ice Skating
New Year’s Eve – Victor J. Riley Arena
Bundle up and head to the local ice rink for public skating and hot cocoa — an easy, family-friendly warmup before the countdown. Public skate sessions are a staple of winter at the arena.Cody Yellowstone+1 Check session times at rileyarena.com.
Cozy Western Evenings
Chamberlin Inn & Downtown Dining
December 31, 2025 – Downtown Cody
If you prefer clinking glasses to shouting over a DJ, slip into the bar at the historic Chamberlin Inn for handcrafted cocktails and a relaxed countdown.The Chamberlin Inn+1 Pair it with dinner at a local steakhouse or pub for a send-off that feels more cozy than crazy. For more ideas and any holiday specials, browse the regional events listings at codyyellowstone.org. Cody Yellowstone
New Year’s Day in Cody
Start 2026 with brunch in town, then take a winter drive toward Buffalo Bill Reservoir or up the North Fork for big Western views and fresh air. For concerts, skates, and family events wrapped around the holiday, check the up-to-date community calendar at codyjournal.com/codycalendar. Cody Journal+1
