New Year’s Eve with a View
New Year’s Eve party above the rooftops of Basel – on the 30th and 31st floors of the Messeturm
New Year’s Eve at Bar Rouge – Party above the Rooftops of Basel
Is there a better place to welcome the new year than high above the city? At Bar Rouge you celebrate New Year’s Eve on the two top floors of the Messeturm – with a view over all of Basel, two floors full of music and a countdown you won’t forget any time soon.
Bar Rouge is located on the 30th and 31st floors of the Messeturm Basel. On New Year’s Eve, doors open at 10 pm and the party goes on until 4 am.
Every year the night has a new theme, with DJs on two floors and an elegant dress code. Celebrating with friends? Book a VIP lounge: priority entry and a personal escort to your own table included.
Questions about lounges or groups? Write to us via the contact form.
New Year’s Eve Party 2026All Around the WorldParty with a View
One night. Seven New Year’s Eves. Every full hour we celebrate midnight in another city – each with its own countdown and matching sound, from Istanbul via Basel to Rio de Janeiro.
We’ll reveal the theme for New Year’s Eve 2026 soon. Secure your spot above the rooftops of Basel now – VIP lounges are limited.
What to Expect on New Year’s Eve
Date and time
31 December, doors open at 10 pm
Party until 4 am
Two floors, two sounds
Main Floor and 2nd Floor with different DJs and music styles
Midnight above Basel
Countdown to the new year on the 30th and 31st floors, with a view over the whole city
Admission
Women from 21, men from 23
Dress code
Elegant: suit, tuxedo or sequin dress. Sparkle is very welcome.
Location
Bar Rouge, Messeturm Basel
Messeplatz 10, 4058 Basel
VIP Lounge on New Year’s Eve
The lounges are booked up quickly every year. The New Year’s Eve package includes:
- Priority entry and free admission for up to 8 people
- Your own lounge on the 30th or 31st floor
- Drinks package for the whole group
- Exotic and seasonal fruit in the lounge
- Personal escort from the entrance to your lounge
Reservations only for groups with at least 50 % women. You’ll find the price and booking with the current New Year’s Eve party.
What Our Guests Say
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Anyone looking for the best venue for their New Year’s Eve party in Basel wants a special setting, captivating music and a festive atmosphere. Bar Rouge at Messeplatz 10 offers all of that: at a height of 105 metres, it gives you an impressive panoramic view over Basel and the perfect setting for a stylish start to the new year.
With its combination of bar, lounge and club, Bar Rouge is a special place for everyone who wants to celebrate and dance together on New Year’s Eve. Whether with friends on the dance floor or in a reserved VIP lounge – here the new year begins high above the city lights.
Elenia, 28
Frequently Asked Questions about New Year’s Eve at Bar Rouge
When does the New Year’s Eve party at Bar Rouge start?
Doors open on 31 December at 10 pm. The party goes on until 4 am.
Where does the party take place?
On the 30th and 31st floors of the Messeturm at Messeplatz 10, 4058 Basel, right next to the Messeplatz tram stop.
How old do I have to be?
Women are admitted from 21, men from 23. Please bring a valid ID.
Is there a dress code?
Yes, the New Year’s Eve dress code is elegant: suit, tuxedo or sequin dress. Sparkle and glamour are very welcome.
Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are available online on Eventfrog. You’ll find the link to the current New Year’s Eve party further up on this page.
Can I reserve a VIP lounge?
Yes. A lounge seats up to 8 people and includes priority entry and free admission for the whole group. The number of lounges is limited, and reservations are only possible for groups with at least 50 % women.
Is there a cloakroom?
Yes, the cloakroom costs CHF 3 per item.
