New Year's Eve 2026 in Chicago Book a Safe Ride for the Night
New Year's Eve is Thursday, Dec 31, 2026. It is one of the hardest nights of the year to get a ride in Chicago. Book a car by the hour and skip the wait, the price jumps and the drive home.
Quick answer: New Year's Eve is Thursday, Dec 31, 2026. Navy Pier's fireworks are at midnight. Our hourly rides start at $95 an hour in an SUV. A stretch limo for up to 10 starts at $145 an hour, and a Sprinter van for up to 14 starts at $160 an hour. Book early. This night fills up first.
Where to ring in 2027 in Chicago
Popular ways to spend the night downtown.
Navy Pier Fireworks
- Midnight over Lake Michigan
- More than 10 minutes, set to music
- Free to watch from the pier. Get there early
Fireworks Cruises
- 90-minute river cruises near the Michigan Avenue bridge
- Dinner cruises from Navy Pier and the Riverwalk
- Book tickets ahead
Restaurants and Rooftops
- Waterfront tables at Navy Pier
- Rooftops with river views
- Reserve early. They sell out
Why book a ride for New Year's Eve
- Rideshare prices often jump right after midnight, and waits get long
- Downtown streets near Navy Pier and the river are packed
- Parking downtown is hard to find and costs a lot
- Your car waits for you, so the whole group leaves together
- No one in your group has to drive home
Pick your vehicle
| Vehicle | Seats | Hourly from |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Expedition SUV | Up to 7 | $95 |
| Lincoln Navigator SUV | Up to 7 | $100 |
| Cadillac Escalade SUV | Up to 6 | $135 |
| Stretch Limousine | Up to 10 | $145 |
| Mercedes Sprinter Van | Up to 14 | $160 |
| Coach Bus | Large groups | $325 |
Prices are before taxes and gratuity. Your exact total shows in the booking form before you confirm.
Plan your night in 4 steps
- Count your group. Pick a vehicle with a seat for everyone
- List your stops. Dinner, a party, the fireworks and home
- Set your hours. Add extra time after midnight for crowds
- Book now. New Year's Eve fills up before any other night
Flying in or out for the holiday? New Year's Day is a Friday, so the weekend will be busy at Midway. Book your ride to Midway early too.
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Ring in 2027 the easy way
Book your New Year's Eve ride early. Pick a vehicle and see your price before you confirm.