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A new study has revealed which American cities are the best places to ring in the New Year, and some places may surprise you.
WalletHub released its list of the most fun and affordable cities in the US after researching all 50 states in the categories of entertainment and food, value, safety and affordability.
Chip Lupa, an analyst at WalletHub, said in a press release, “Celebrating New Year’s in the right city can turn the holiday into a truly magical experience.”
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“The best cities to celebrate New Year’s have clear skies and some of the best fireworks,” Lupo said.
Wallethub has published a list of the best cities in the US to celebrate the New Year. (iStock)
He added: “The best cities also offer plenty of highly rated and affordable options lunch optionsalong with vibrant nightlife and a host of events to make your New Year’s Eve an unforgettable one.”
The report shows that more than 128 million will go on a New Year holiday this year, of which 65%. people driving to the destination.
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5. Chicago, Illinois
According to Wallethub, Chicago is the fifth city to celebrate the New Year. (iStock)
3. San Diego, California
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The West Coast city has the third-least chance of precipitation on New Year’s Eve.
San Diego has a ton restaurants available rated at least 4.5 stars by Wallethub.
The city also ranks fifth in the number of party goods per capita.
2. Orlando, Florida
“Orlando has one of the longest fireworks displays in the country, and consumer fireworks are legal, so people can put on their own shows,” the release said. (iStock)
Americans ringing in the New Year might want to take a dip, too the sun in warmer climates, with Orlando, Florida coming in second.
“Orlando has one of the longest fireworks displays in the country, and consumer fireworks are legal, so people can put on their own shows,” the release said.
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Orlando is also ranked as the second funnest city and second most party supply stores.
1. New York, New York
According to Wallethub, New York City is the best city to celebrate the New Year. (Photo by Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images)
“No wonder New York is the best city for New Year’s Eve celebrations, given the fact that its ball-drop event is likely the most iconic holiday celebration anywhere in the world,” Wallethub said in a release.
The annual New Year’s Eve event in Times Square is packed with a crowd of over a million.
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Big Apple is the leader in the number of restaurants and is the most affordable for restaurants with a rating of at least 4.5 stars.
As one of the most accessible cities, New York also has the sixth highest number of nightclubs per capita.
Fox News Digital has reached out to Wallethub for further comment.
