New Year's Eve Confetti: Sparkle Your Way Into a Joyful 2025

In our testing, Meri Meri’s Bright Party Confetti delivered a bold color punch that really shows up in photos and flat-lay table shots. The compact, easy-to-store pack holds round paper pieces in seven saturated hues, making it simple to match coordinated themes for $8. Because it’s tissue paper, we found it can cling to clothing and requires a quick sweep or lint-roller afterward. It’s also not labeled biodegradable or compostable, so eco-minded hosts may want a greener alternative for outdoor setups.

On a budget but want that classic NYE look? This Black, Silver & Gold New Year’s Confetti delivers a party-ready mix of stars, bottles, glasses, and “Happy New Year” cutouts that read beautifully in photos and on formal tables. During our review, the metallic foil pieces added strong shine but were tougher to sweep and left a bit of glittery residue. At 1–1.2 oz per bag, it’s great for a couple of tables—just avoid outdoor use if you need biodegradable cleanup.

The Seed Paper Package is a smart pick if you want eco-friendly confetti that can grow wildflowers after the party. Our experience shows the range of seed paper colors makes coordinating with a New Year’s palette simple, and it offers a softer, natural vibe than metallic mylar. Just remember reliable germination takes careful planting and regular watering, so the payoff comes later. We like it for outdoor tosses or as a thoughtful add-in for favor bags.

For a greener throw, Five Petal Plantable Confetti delivers eco-friendly fun made from seed paper that grows wildflowers when planted. The 350 pieces per bag covered a small toast table or a couple of tosses in our testing; colors like Pink, Royal Blue, and Aqua make matching your theme easy. The 7/8-inch pieces look best in close-up shots and can disappear in distant photos compared with metallic options. It’s also better outdoors, since indoor cleanup is tedious and growing the blooms requires planting and regular care.

Looking for instant table fun? During our review, these Meri Meri Multicolor Star Confetti Small Crackers added a photo-ready sparkle and a burst of activity—each includes a temporary tattoo, paper hat, and a joke. The pack of six is paper-based and marked eco-friendly, so they feel like a more responsible pick than many plastic-heavy crackers. Just note the loose glitter and confetti can scatter and be tricky to clean fully; plan a quick sweep or use them over easy-to-vacuum surfaces.

Planning a big midnight moment? The Gold Metallic Confetti Cannon from Superior Celebrations showers shiny mylar pieces that sparkle under lights for a high-impact, photo-ready burst, and at $3.75 it’s an easy, budget-friendly wow. During our review, the compact 12-inch tube launched a visible cascade to about 10 feet, making it great for apartments or smaller venues. The tradeoff is cleanup—mylar isn’t biodegradable, so expect a broom or vacuum—and note it can’t ship to APO/FPO or P.O. Boxes.

Despite the graduation label, these Party City poppers feel right at home on New Year’s—black, gold, and silver foil delivers a visible celebratory shower in photos. Our review team liked the simple spring-loaded action and the handy three-count for multiple highlight moments. Results can be inconsistent, though; some units don’t eject strongly, and foil pieces cling to floors and fabrics. At $6, they’re a fun add-on, but plan for cleanup and note the one-time-use waste at venues.

During our review, the Thimblepress Happily Ever After Push-Pop Confetti delivered a luxe, all-metallic shimmer that reads beautifully on camera—perfect for a midnight close-up. The compact, food-safe tube is reusable, so you can refill it later with your own confetti, and it’s easy to stash for surprise moments. Just know a single popper dispenses a modest amount compared with larger cannons, and the metallic mix isn’t biodegradable. For an elegant, targeted burst, though, it’s a memorable $12 splurge.

These Ginger Ray Gold Confetti Balloons are an easy win when you want instant sparkle—five 12-inch balloons per pack that photograph beautifully for less than the cost of a bouquet. In our testing, the gold confetti gave a luxe look for backdrops and bar carts. Quality can vary, though; some users report occasional leaks or short helium hold times, so inflate close to party time and keep a spare. The metallic confetti isn’t biodegradable, making outdoor cleanup trickier than paper-filled options.

If you’re decorating for a family-friendly countdown, the Mickey Mouse Fun and Friends Confetti Value Pack brings instant Disney charm for about $3.99. In our testing, the mix of tiny scatters and larger character cut-outs created nice dimension across snack tables and photo areas. Coverage is limited at 1.2 ounces and you may want extra packs for long tables. Because it mixes foil with paper/cardboard, cleanup can leave stray shiny bits, and it’s not marketed as biodegradable for outdoor use.

For a superhero spin on a kids’ countdown, the Avengers Birthday Party Favor Pack keeps eight guests happily stocked with officially licensed goodies. We found the 48-piece bundle makes filling goodie bags and prize buckets effortless, especially when you don’t want to source items separately. Keep expectations in check: some small toys use thin plastic and may break with rough play, and they pose choking risks for under-threes. Planning for more than eight kids? You’ll need multiple packs to cover everyone.

For a sleek, year-specific accent, the Beistle Fanci Fetti “25” Silhouettes bring a shiny silver sparkle that pops in photos and looks tailor-made for a 2025 countdown. Our experience shows the themed shapes work beautifully on cake tables and champagne bars, but each pack includes small packets, so you’ll likely need multiples for larger layouts. Made from plastic/metallic material, they aren’t biodegradable and will require a thorough sweep after. Consider keeping them to reuse for a 25th birthday or anniversary.

These Disco New Year DIY Shaped Groovy Party Cut-Outs are ideal when you want sturdy table scatter or quick cupcake toppers without the flimsy feel—printed on heavy cardstock with made-in-USA quality checks. Our experience shows the small sizes look best clustered in centerpieces or layered on place settings rather than spread across large tables. With only 24 pieces, consider two or three packs for big layouts. The photo-like shine suggests a coated finish, which may limit compostability versus plain paper.