Viral video of Donald and Melania Trump dancing to 'YMCA' at Mar-a-Lago NYE party has fans going wild

The celebration also featured notable guests including Elon Musk and his 4-year-old son X AE A-XII making a rare appearance on his father’s shoulders
Donald and Melania Trump captivated guests at Mar-a-Lago with their energetic performance at the New Year's Eve party (Getty Images)
Donald and Melania Trump captivated guests at Mar-a-Lago with their energetic performance at the New Year's Eve party (Getty Images)

PALM BEACH, FLORIDA: The Trump family ushered in the New Year with style and celebration at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida, on the evening of Tuesday, December 31, 2024.

Donald Trump and Melania Trump were at the heart of the festivities, showing off their dance moves and vocal skills as they joined in the fun at the exclusive New Year’s Eve bash.

Donald and Melania Trump steal the spotlight with viral 'YMCA' dance

In a viral moment captured on social media, the former president and first lady were seen singing and dancing to the Village People’s iconic 1978 hit 'YMCA'. Donald Trump, 78, enthusiastically marched in place while swinging his arms in a hammer-like motion, fully embracing the lively spirit of the song.

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump arrive on New Year's Eve at his Mar-A-Lago Club on December 31, 2024 in Palm Beach, Florida. Trump continues to fill posts in his upcoming administration ahead of his January 20 inauguration. (Photo by Eva Marie Uzcategui/Getty Images)
US President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump arrive on New Year's Eve at his Mar-A-Lago Club on December 31, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida (Eva Marie Uzcategui/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, Melania Trump, 54, swayed from side to side, mouthing the lyrics as she got into the groove, even raising her arms in the air in her own playful rendition of the dance.

Donald Trump Jr, 47, shared a video of the duo on Instagram, captioning it, “It’s fun to stay at the YMCA!!!! Happy new year all!”


 
 
 
 
 
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 The clip quickly went viral, with fans and followers praising the fun and carefree moment. A second angle of the dance session was posted by Florida realtor Alex McCoy on her Instagram story, further fueling the excitement.



 

Elon Musk and Donald Trump bust a move together at Mar-a-Lago New Year’s celebration

The high-energy celebration also featured several notable guests, including tech mogul Elon Musk, who was seen joining Donald Trump on the dance floor.

PALM BEACH, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 31: Tesla CEO Elon Musk arrives on New Year's Eve at Mar-A-Lago club on December 31, 2024 in Palm Beach, Florida. President-elect Trump continues to fill posts in his upcoming administration ahead of his January 20 inauguration. (Photo by Eva Marie Uzcategui/Getty Images)
Tesla CEO Elon Musk arrives on New Year's Eve at the Mar-A-Lago Club on December 31, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida (Eva Marie Uzcategui/Getty Images)

Musk, 53, who was accompanied by his 4-year-old son, X AE A-XII (known as X), was caught on camera busting a move alongside the former president. In one clip, X was seen on Musk’s shoulders, enthusiastically banging his hands to the beat of the music, drawing smiles from partygoers.



 

The star-studded event also saw Lara Trump, 40, take the stage for an impromptu performance. The wife of Eric Trump, 40, belted out a heartfelt rendition of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers 'I Won’t Back Down', while Musk's young son continued to get into the rhythm of the celebration.

In another memorable moment, Musk and Trump Sr were spotted on a balcony together, both bopping to a remix of Pitbull’s 2013 hit 'Feel This Moment', while Musk’s son remained perched on his father’s shoulders.



 

Trump Sr, ever the multitasker, was seen at one point taking a phone call, though he didn’t miss a beat when it came to joining the festivities.

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump arrive on New Year's Eve at his Mar-A-Lago Club on December 31, 2024 in Palm Beach, Florida. Trump continues to fill posts in his upcoming administration ahead of his January 20 inauguration. (Photo by Eva Marie Uzcategui/Getty Images)
US President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump arrive on New Year's Eve at his Mar-A-Lago Club on December 31, 2024, in Palm Beach, Florida (Eva Marie Uzcategui/Getty Images)

The evening was a night of elegance and glamour, with the Trump family and their high-profile guests dressed to impress in formal attire. Trump Sr and Musk wore classic tuxedos, while Melania Trump stunned in a floor-length black gown with asymmetric straps, accented with gold details.

Internet erupts with praise for Donald and Melania Trump’s 'YMCA' dance at Mar-a-Lago

As the video of Donald Trump and Melania dancing to 'YMCA' went viral, fans flooded social media with excitement, praising her unexpected dance moves and joyful energy to kick off 2025.

A user wrote, "Melania doing the YMCA dance feels like the most unexpected yet perfectly fitting way to kick off 2025. Who knew elegance and disco could blend so seamlessly? Looks like Mar-a-Lago was the place to be last night."



 

Another added, "First time I’ve seen Melania dance I love it!!!!!"



 

One commentator remarked, "This makes me so happy to see everyone having a great time and beautiful Melania smiling and having fun."



 

"Beautiful couple and best president in history Thank you God," said a fan.



 

A person stated, "What a fabulous start to 2025."



 

Someone else chimed in, "Melania looks genuinely like she is havin a great time."



 

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