New Year’s Eve can be a great time to celebrate the end of one year and the start of a new one, but for those who are sober, it can also be a challenge to find fun, alcohol-free ways to ring in the new year. Here are five ideas for sober fun on New Year’s Eve:

  1. Host a sober party: Invite your sober friends over and have a party at home. You can play games, watch movies, listen to music, or just hang out and chat. If you want to get a little fancy, you can even make mocktails (non-alcoholic cocktails) to enjoy.
  2. Go to a sober event: Many cities and towns host sober New Year’s Eve events, such as dance parties, comedy shows, or concerts. Do a little research to see what’s happening in your area and choose an event that sounds like fun.
  3. Have a movie marathon: Gather up your favorite movies and have a marathon with your friends or family. You can even theme the night, such as choosing only horror movies or romantic comedies.
  4. Go to a late-night comedy show: Laughing is a great way to celebrate the new year, and many comedy clubs have special New Year’s Eve shows. Check out what’s happening in your area and get tickets for you and your sober friends.
  5. Go ice skating or roller skating: If you’re feeling active, consider going ice skating or roller skating. Many rinks have special New Year’s Eve events, or you can just go with a group of friends and have fun on your own.
  6. Attend an alcathon: An alcathon is a sober event where people come together to celebrate the new year without alcohol. These events can be a great way to meet other sober individuals and have a fun, supportive environment to ring in the new year. Many alcathons include activities such as games, dancing, and live music, as well as snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. You can search online or ask at your local recovery center or sober community to see if there are any alcathons happening near you on New Year’s Eve.

No matter what you choose to do, the most important thing is to have fun and be safe. Sober New Year’s Eve can be just as exciting and memorable as one that involves alcohol, so don’t be afraid to try something new and celebrate the start of a new year in a healthy, sober way.