Why This Illinois City is the Ultimate New Year’s Destination

Excited to ring in the New Year? Okay, so where are we celebrating?!

I've never been a huge "party person" when it comes to holidays. I tend to stay in, away from people, and in my pajamas, chillin' with my cats. The easiest, safest way to party!

Not everyone is like me, though. Many travel to different cities to celebrate with friends, family, and tons of strangers at bars. According to WalletHub, Illinois might be one of the top destinations to get your New Years kiss.

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They analyzed 26 different factors across three main categories:

entertainment and dining options
affordability
safety and accessibility

Some places in this country can't hang or even make it to midnight, but New York, Orlando, San Diego, and Las Vegas? They're a different kind of breed.

They all made the top 5 cities for New Years Eve shenanigans. What came in #5?

One Illinois City is the Ultimate New Year’s Destination in the US

CHICAGO! Here's how it ranked:

Entertainment and food: 8
Costs: 76
Safety and accessibility: 52

Total score: 64.50

Chicago has always been a destination for tourists, so I can only imagine when holidays hit it's probably a thousand times more insane. Whether you're crossing it off your bucket list, want to see the famous Bean, or looking for a beautiful place to spend New Years with your partner, the Windy City has it all.

Plus, with its festive atmosphere and bustling downtown, there's no shortage of entertainment options to keep you going all night long. For a memorable New Years experience, Chicago is the place to be—vibrant, dynamic, and full of energy!

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