New Year’s Celebrations

Ring in the new year at Kiawah Island Golf Resort with family-friendly activities before saying goodbye to the old and making resolutions for the shiny new year.

Then boldly welcome that new year in an invigorating way, by racing into the chilly Atlantic Ocean in our annual Polar Bear Plunge.

Continue below for a complete roster of dining events and fun activities so you can plan your New Year celebrations at Kiawah Island Golf Resort.

Delicious Dining

Ring in the New Year with a decadent meal from one of the many Resort dining establishments - from a number of a la carte options on New Year's Eve to our guest-favorite brunch at Jasmine Porch on New Year's Day.

New Year’s Eve

Jasmine Porch
Breakfast 6:30am-11am | Lunch 11:30am-2pm | Dinner 5:30 – 9pm
Ring in the New Year with a warm atmosphere and regionally inspired cuisine. Jasmine Porch will be offering their a la carte menu. Reservations required; call 877.683.1234

The Ocean Room
Dinner | 5:30 – 9:30pm
Celebrate a new beginning at The Ocean Room this New Year’s Eve while enjoying their seasonal steakhouse menu. Join us prior to your dinner reservation for spirited libations in The Ocean Room Lounge. Reservations are required; call 877.683.1234

The Sanctuary Lobby Bar
Open 2pm – 12am | Music at 8pm
Join us in the Lobby Bar before and after your dining plans. Enjoy specialty cocktails and spectacular live music as you count down to the New Year. All guests are welcome to dance the night away to Andrew Thielen Big Band and raise a glass of champagne to the New Year under the stars of the Grand Lawn. The Sanctuary Lobby Bar event is limited to Kiawah Island guests and residents–gate access will be closed to the public for this event. No outside alcoholic beverages, please.

The Atlantic Room
Dinner | 5:30 – 9:30pm
Reservations required; please call 843.266.4085

Ryder Cup Bar open 11am – 9:30pm – no reservations required.

Tomasso at Turtle Point
Lunch & Dinner | 11:30 – 9pm
Reservations required for dinner service; please call 843.266.4070.

Cherrywood BBQ & Ale House
Lunch & Dinner | 11:30am – 9pm
Reservations required for dinner service; please call 843.266.4636

The Players’ Pub at Cougar Point
Lunch & Dinner | 12 – 9pm
Reservations required for dinner service; please call 843.768.2771

The Nest Market | Café
Open 7am – 8pm

New Year’s Day

Jasmine Porch
Breakfast 6:30am-11am
New Year’s Day Brunch 12pm-3pm
Adults $110 | Children Ages 4-12 $60
Dinner 5:30pm-9pm

Festive Events

From magic shows to a New Year's Day dip in the Atlantic Ocean with our annual Polar Plunge, there's no better way to celebrate the start of a new year than joining in the many activities offered over the holiday!

Polar Plunge

2024 Information Coming Soon!
Plunge into the New Year at Kiawah Island Golf Resort’s Polar Bear Plunge. Come and celebrate new beginnings with us as we gather on Kiawah’s beach, just in front of The Sanctuary to take a dip into The Atlantic. All participants must bring their own towel to this event.
This event is complimentary, and no reservations are required. Schedule subject to change.