Earth, Wind & Fire New Year’s Eve at WinStar

There may be no better band on earth for a New Year's Eve countdown than Earth, Wind & Fire. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers behind "September," "Shining Star," "Boogie Wonderland," and "Let's Groove" built their legend on horn sections, tight harmonies, and joyful, danceable funk that spans every generation. Their New Year's Eve show at Lucas Oil Live starts at 8:00 PM on Thursday, December 31, and the celebratory setlist, complete brass, and the countdown to midnight make it one of the marquee holiday bookings of the season.

The concert takes place at WinStar World Casino & Resort's Lucas Oil Live arena in Thackerville, Oklahoma, just off I-35 near the Texas line, about an hour and a half from Paris. Tickets go through Ticketmaster and the WinStar box office. The resort's hotels, bars, and restaurants make it a full New Year's destination, and WinStar also runs a separate 'Disco After Dark' New Year's Eve celebration for those who want the party to continue after the show.

Start 2027 right

New Year's Eve is the one night of the year when everyone wants to be somewhere that feels like a celebration, and Earth, Wind & Fire deliver that on stage better than almost anyone still touring. Whether you make it an overnight at the resort or a late drive home, it is the kind of show that sets the tone for the whole year to come.

Why it matters for the area

Northeast Texas residents have a genuine choice for New Year's Eve without leaving the region, from this WinStar headliner to the Choctaw Grand Theater's Stephen Wilson Jr. show in Durant. That depth of entertainment within a two-hour radius is a strong argument for the area, whether you already live here or are considering a move to the land around Paris, Arthur City, and the rest of Lamar County.