Free New Year’s Eve Celebration Features The New Originals, DJ Ebony, and Dazzling Midnight Drone Show
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA – Step into a world of icy elegance this New Year’s Eve as Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City transforms into a Frozen Oasis for an unforgettable celebration to welcome 2026. Best of all? Admission is completely free.
On Tuesday, December 31, the Coachella Valley’s premier smoke-free gaming destination invites guests to dance the night away with live entertainment from The New Originals and DJ Ebony, keeping the energy high as partygoers count down to midnight.
The evening promises an electric atmosphere with party favors, drink specials, and festive vibes throughout the casino. As the clock strikes twelve, guests will be treated to a spectacular drone light show by Grizzly Entertainment featuring up to 500 drones lighting up the desert sky—the largest drone light show the City of Cathedral City has ever organized. This stunning visual spectacle will kick off the new year in unforgettable fashion.
Event Details
What: Cathedral City New Year’s Eve 2026 – Frozen Oasis Celebration
When: Tuesday, December 31, 2025 | Festivities begin at 8:00 p.m.
Where: Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City, 68-960 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234
Admission: FREE (21+ only)
Entertainment: Live performances by The New Originals and DJ Ebony
Highlights: Midnight drone light show by Grizzly Entertainment, party favors, drink specials, and smoke-free gaming
Part of a Valley-Wide Celebration
Agua Caliente Casinos is hosting three distinct New Year’s Eve experiences across its Coachella Valley properties, each with its own unique vibe under the Frozen Oasis theme. While Cathedral City offers free entertainment and a drone show, guests can also experience:
- Agua Caliente Palm Springs: Outdoor Block Party featuring The Ben Mallare Band with DJ Mika Gold, food trucks, and a midnight fireworks extravaganza
- Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage: KC and The Sunshine Band with special guest Sister Sledge at The Show
Space is limited for the Cathedral City celebration, so early arrival is recommended to secure your spot for this spectacular evening of entertainment.
For more information about the New Year’s Eve celebration and other holiday events, visit aguacalientecasinos.com or call 888.999.1995.
