{"id":413619,"date":"2025-12-10T17:08:15","date_gmt":"2025-12-10T17:08:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/?post_type=event_listing&#038;p=413619"},"modified":"2026-01-02T00:07:53","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T06:07:53","slug":"new-years-eve-at-auburn-marriott-opelika-resort-and-spa","status":"expired","type":"event_listing","link":"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/event\/new-years-eve-at-auburn-marriott-opelika-resort-and-spa\/","title":{"rendered":"New Year&#8217;s Eve at Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort and Spa"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Celebrate New Year\u2019s Eve in Style at the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort &amp; Spa at Grand National \ud83c\udf89<\/h1>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image413619_3be8d2-0f .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image413619_3be8d2-0f\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/490213894_1221336299995909_652025659361018211_n-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-413621\" srcset=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/490213894_1221336299995909_652025659361018211_n-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/490213894_1221336299995909_652025659361018211_n-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/490213894_1221336299995909_652025659361018211_n-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/490213894_1221336299995909_652025659361018211_n-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/490213894_1221336299995909_652025659361018211_n.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you\u2019re looking for a luxurious, lively, and unforgettable way to ring in 2026, the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort &amp; Spa at Grand National is hosting one of Alabama\u2019s most elegant New Year\u2019s Eve celebrations. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With live music, gourmet dining, dancing, and a magical midnight countdown, this resort transforms the last night of the year into a night to remember. New Year\u2019s Eve at the Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort &amp; Spa promises an upscale night of music, dining, dancing, and celebration inside one of Alabama\u2019s premier resort destinations. From live entertainment to a festive balloon drop with prizes, it\u2019s the perfect way to welcome 2026 in comfort and style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your evening begins with live music from a talented keyboardist and vocalist, setting a warm and festive tone as you mingle, enjoy cocktails, or settle in for dinner depending on your ticket package. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the night picks up, a high-energy four-piece band takes over, turning the resort\u2019s atrium into a vibrant dance floor. Guests can look forward to hors d\u2019oeuvres, drinks, and an elegant ambiance that blends Southern hospitality with upscale resort flair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The highlight of the night comes just before midnight with the \u201cDrop &amp; Pop Balloon Celebration,\u201d where select balloons hold special prizes like spa treatments, cabana rentals, and even overnight stays. At midnight, everyone raises a complimentary glass of champagne to toast the arrival of 2026 before enjoying the final hour of festivities as the party winds down at 1:00 AM.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image413619_bddd24-8c .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image413619_bddd24-8c\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/509208017_10162134873552217_7702886768994263351_n-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-413622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/509208017_10162134873552217_7702886768994263351_n-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/509208017_10162134873552217_7702886768994263351_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/509208017_10162134873552217_7702886768994263351_n-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/509208017_10162134873552217_7702886768994263351_n-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/frontporchalabama.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/509208017_10162134873552217_7702886768994263351_n.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Multiple ticket options are available, ranging from celebration-only admission to full dinner and drinks packages, so you can customize your night to fit your style and budget. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Seating times, drink tickets, and dinner access vary by package, so check the details before booking. The resort offers onsite accommodations, making it a convenient and safe choice for those who want to enjoy the party without the drive home. With the event\u2019s popularity, booking early is highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When &amp; Where<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccd Location:<\/strong> Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort &amp; Spa at Grand National<br>3700 Robert Trent Jones Trail, Opelika, AL 36801<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udcc5 Date:<\/strong> Tuesday, December 31, 2025<br><strong>\u23f0 Time:<\/strong> 6:00 PM \u2013 1:00 AM CST<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re craving an elegant dinner, a lively night of dancing, or simply a special place to toast the New Year, this celebration at Grand National delivers a perfect blend of relaxation and revelry. 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