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LOS ANGELES (November 17, 2025) — Embracing the bold theme “Power of One,” Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA will ring in 2026 with an unforgettable experience for thousands of Angelenos and visitors in the heart of Downtown L.A. The West Coast’s largest free New Year’s Eve party will pay tribute to the resilience L.A. showed throughout 2025, celebrating the bravery of Angelenos who uplift their communities, defend their values and build a brighter future that reflects L.A.’s beauty, diversity and strength.
The five-hour, alcohol-free celebration includes a stellar roster of locally grown, globally known music artists and performers and an unrivaled lineup of talented DJs. From hip hop and house music to psychedelic rhythms, nearly every music and dance genre will be showcased on two stages at Gloria Molina Grand Park, powered by The Music Center, to uplift revelers’ spirits and bring them to their feet. The ultimate New Year’s Eve party will crescendo with the park’s signature countdown-to-midnight art show projected onto L.A.’s iconic City Hall.
“Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA reminds us that change doesn’t begin in crowds—it begins with one person, one act, one spark of courage. The ‘Power of One’ is about believing that each of us can shape the future we want to see,” said Rachel S. Moore, president and CEO of The Music Center. “Our individual journeys can transform entire communities when we pursue our paths with hope and determination. I invite all Angelenos to join together to usher in the new year as one powerful community because our collective creativity, compassion and courage keep L.A. County soaring.”
The event’s “Power of One” theme is inspired by the monarch butterfly, an unwavering symbol of migration, transformation and ancestral courage. Festival goers can look forward to seeing these butterflies and their pulsing wings depicted in the park’s countdown-to-midnight art show on iconic City Hall. Produced by A3 Visual, the dazzling projection mapping show will include additional vibrant visuals, such as shifting cityscapes and waves of color that ripple with energy.
“Like the monarch butterfly that migrates across borders driven by the hope to survive and thrive, that same courage defines Los Angeles today—a proud county of immigrants whose individual contributions and collective efforts continue to shape generations,” said Robert Gonzalez, director of Gloria Molina Grand Park. “With Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA, we honor the brave, resilient and ever-evolving spirit of Angelenos, as we renew our commitment to building a community where everyone belongs.”
With gates opening at 8:00 p.m., Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA will encompass the park’s six city blocks. The Countdown Stage, hosted by DJ Gingee in the park’s Block 4 between Broadway and Spring Streets, will open with L.A.-based Latin Grammy®-nominated artist Ceci Bastida, former member of the iconic Mexican ska-punk band Tijuana NO. BARDO will follow Bastida with his soulful vocals that pulsate with raw energy and introspective lyrics, exploring themes of identity, cultural heritage and the human experience. Groundbreaking Filipina American rapper and spoken word artist Ruby Ibarra, who recently won NPR’s 2025 Tiny Desk Concert contest, will headline the Countdown Stage.
Detroit-born CLAX10 kicks off the night at the Get Down Stage presented by STARDUST with a genre-blending set rooted in the Black diaspora, weaving house, hip hop, Afrobeats, R&B and Latin influences into the bold, soulful grooves Angelenos love. The vibe builds with DJ and host Shaun Ross, followed by ASHLEY YOUNNIÄ, who brings her irresistible mix of gospel, R&B and electronic dance music for a sound that feels right at home. Capping the evening and leading L.A. into the countdown-to-midnight is the legendary Wayne Williams, whose four-decade career as DJ, record executive, A&R visionary and producer has shaped music scenes across the world and is now bringing that legacy to Los Angeles for an unforgettable New Year’s moment.
As a bonus attraction for the whole family, Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA will feature interactive art installations, activities and a Community Block providing access to empowering and uplifting non-profit organizations and community resources, including East Wind Foundation, LA Commons, Mount of Angels and One Grain of Sand Puppet Theater. L.A.-based dance company and drum ensemble Bloco Obini will keep the party going all night long next to the Community Block.
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA Line Up*
- GET DOWN STAGE (Performance Lawn between Grand Avenue and Hill Street) presented by STARDUST and hosted by Shaun Ross
8:00 p.m.: CLAX10
9:15 p.m.: ASHLEY YOUNNIÄ
10:30 p.m.: Shaun Ross
11:55 p.m.: Midnight Countdown Projection Art Show Spectacle!
12:02 a.m.: Wayne Williams
- COUNTDOWN STAGE (Event Lawn next to City Hall, between Broadway and Spring Street) hosted by Gingee
8:00 p.m.: Gingee
8:30 p.m.: Ceci Bastida
9:20 p.m.: Gingee
9:35 p.m.: BARDO
10:30 p.m.: Gingee
10:45 p.m.: Ruby Ibarra
11:55 p.m.: Midnight Countdown Projection Art Show Spectacle!
12:02 a.m. Gingee
*All artists and set times subject to change.
The public is welcome to enjoy light bites and desserts for purchase from over 30 of L.A.’s favorite gourmet food trucks and food vendors. Outside alcohol is not permitted, and alcohol will not be sold at Gloria Molina Grand Park. For a complete list of the park’s prohibited items and activities, click here.
Attendees may access Gloria Molina Grand Park’s grounds through four specially marked entrances:
- 1st Street and Grand Avenue
- 1st Street and Main Street
- 2nd Street and Hill Street
- Temple Street and Hill Street
Public parking will be available at the main Music Center garage (135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012) and in The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall garage (111 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012) at a flat rate of $10 per vehicle. Given the large number of guests expected at the event, members of the public are highly encouraged to take public transportation. Gloria Molina Grand Park is located conveniently at the Civic Center/Grand Park station along the Metro B Line (Red) and D Line (Purple). Additionally, the park is easily accessible by taking Metro’s Regional Connector to the Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill, Historic Broadway and Little Tokyo/Arts District stops along the Metro A Line (Blue) and E Line (Expo).
For more information about Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA, visit grandparkla.org/nyela and follow Gloria Molina Grand Park on Instagram, X, Twitch, TikTok, Spotify and Mixcloud (@grandpark_la) as well as YouTube and Facebook (@grandparkLosAngeles).
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA is sponsored by Kaiser Permanente.
CALENDAR LISTING
WHAT:
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA
The West Coast’s largest free New Year’s Eve party rings in 2026 with a massive celebration paying tribute to L.A.’s strength and resilience! Featuring electrifying music and dance performances, an unrivaled lineup of powerhouse DJs, a bevy of gourmet food trucks, interactive art installations and more, the epic festivity for the entire family culminates with the park’s signature countdown-to-midnight art show projected onto L.A.’s iconic City Hall.
WHEN:
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 – Thursday, January 1, 2026
8:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
WHERE:
Gloria Molina Grand Park
200 N. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
For a complete list of Gloria Molina Grand Park’s prohibited items and activities, visit grandparkla.org/nyela
TRANSPORTATION:
Public parking will be available at two locations for $10 per vehicle:
The Music Center garage Walt Disney Concert Hall garage
135 N. Grand Ave. 111 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90012 Los Angeles, CA 90012
The public is highly encouraged to take public transportation. Gloria Molina Grand Park is located conveniently at the Civic Center/Grand Park station along the Metro B Line (Red) and D Line (Purple). Additionally, the park is easily accessible by taking Metro’s Regional Connector to the Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill, Historic Broadway and Little Tokyo/Arts District stops along the Metro A Line (Blue) and E Line (Expo).
MORE INFO:
Visit grandparkla.org/nyela and follow Gloria Molina Grand Park on Instagram, X, Twitch, TikTok, Spotify and Mixcloud (@grandpark_la) as well as YouTube and Facebook (@grandparkLosAngeles).
ABOUT GLORIA MOLINA GRAND PARK
A vibrant outdoor gathering place, Gloria Molina Grand Park is a beautiful public park for the entire community in Los Angeles County. With expansive green space for gatherings large and small, Gloria Molina Grand Park celebrates the county’s cultural vitality and is host to community events, cultural experiences, holiday celebrations and many other activities that engage and attract visitors from all communities. The 12-acre Gloria Molina Grand Parkstretches from The Music Center on the west to City Hall on the east and is easily accessible by Metro via the B/D (formerly Red/Purple) line to the Civic Center/Grand Park station. Working closely with the county, The Music Center is responsible for all operations and programming for the park. For more information, visit grandparkla.org. Follow Gloria Molina Grand Park on Instagram, X, Twitch, TikTok, Spotify and Mixcloud (@grandpark_la) as well as YouTube and Facebook (@grandparkLosAngeles).
ABOUT THE MUSIC CENTER
As L.A.’s performing arts center, The Music Center convenes artists, communities and ideas with the goal of deepening the cultural lives of every resident in Los Angeles County. The $80 million non-profit performing arts organization has two divisions: TMC Arts and TMC Ops. TMC Arts, The Music Center’s programming engine, provides year-round programming inside The Music Center’s four theatres, on Jerry Moss Plaza, outside at Gloria Molina Grand Park—a 12-acre adjacent green space—in schools and other locations all over Los Angeles County. TMC Arts presents world-class dance with Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center, free and low-cost public concerts and events, live and digital K–12 arts education programs, workshops, performances, interactive experiences and special events. TMC Ops manages the theatres, the Plaza and Gloria Molina Grand Park, which comprise $3 billion in county assets, on behalf of the County of Los Angeles. The Music Center is also home to four renowned resident companies—Center Theatre Group, Los Angeles Master Chorale, LA Opera and LA Phil. For more information, visit musiccenter.org. Follow The Music Center on social media @MusicCenterLA.
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