10 Things to Do for New Year’s Eve in Cleveland

Bourbon Street Barrel Room New Year’s Eve Party
This particular bash features the flavors of New Orleans, courtesy of Chef Johnny’s Fantastic NYE Buffet. Sip on a NOLA-inspired Hurricane cocktail while you taste your way through jambalaya, po’boys, hush puppies and more. $135, Dec. 31, 9:30 p.m., 2393 Professor Ave., Cleveland, eventbrite.com

In the Midnight Hour NYE at the Metropolitan at the 9
Live like Gatsby for a night with heavy hors d’oeuvres, a champagne toast at midnight and — for the truly extravagant — private vaults for up to eight people looking to ring in the new year in style. Don’t forget to stop by the fresh seafood display before the night ends. $125-$199, Dec. 31, 8 p.m., 2017 E. Ninth St., Cleveland, eventbrite.com

New Year’s EV at Barley House
Dance in the confetti drop to DJ EV’s hottest beats while you pick at light bites and appetizers served throughout the night. This 2023 celebration boasts an open bar and even a party favor for you to remember the night. $100-$125, Dec. 31, 9 p.m., 1261 W. Sixth St., Cleveland, barleyhousecleveland.com

New Year’s Eve at the Grog Shop
Ring in your new year with wailing amps and screaming guitars, courtesy of local groups Who Saved Who, Radderall, Variety Pack and Stereotypes. Be sure to check out the headliner’s debut album Sharing the Daytime Moon before you head to the show. $12-$15, Dec. 31, 8 p.m., 2785 Euclid Heights Blvd., Cleveland Heights, grogshop.gs

New Year’s Eve Celebration at Windows on the River
Windows on the River packed a bevy of ways to celebrate in one wild night. Different rooms will host various silent discos, DJs, a champagne room, music from a live pianist and a balloon drop at midnight to cap it all off. Dress code is “party chic,” so gussy up in your most glamorous garb. $160-$170, Dec. 31, 8 p.m., 2000 Sycamore St., Cleveland, windowsontheriver.com

New Year’s Eve Dinner Gala aboard the Nautica Queen
Spend your night and new year’s kiss on the water. Enclosed decks will keep you warm while the DJ keeps you dancing hard enough to break waves on shore — if there’s one thing Cleveland does well, it’s partying on the lake. $88.95, Dec. 31, consult ticket for time, 1153 Main Ave., Cleveland, nauticaqueen.com

New Year’s Eve Party! At Kaiser Gallery
DJ Schultz sets the tone with endless jams as you vibe to a neon light display, courtesy of Ethan Samaha’s most recent installation. Of course, the night spares no expense with the hors d’oeuvres and “painterly” small bites. $100, Dec. 31, 8 p.m., 2418 Professor Ave., Cleveland, kaisergallery.com

New Year’s Masquerade at Foundry Social
Foundry Social brings something a bit different to your list of New Year’s options with a complimentary masquerade mask and a bag of game tokens to be used through the night. Get there early for live music from Hello McFly before DJ Brandon Edwards bops the night away. $75, Dec. 31, 7 p.m., 333 Foundry St., Medina, eventbrite.com

Noon Year’s Eve at Tower City Center
Looking for a family-friendly option this New Year’s Eve? Head to Tower City this year for their annual Noon Year’s Eve, where the balloons drop at 12 p.m. amid a circus of face painters, balloon twisters and characters for the kids to meet. Free, Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 230 W. Huron St., Cleveland, towercitycenter.com

NYE 2023 at Lago East Bank
This night boasts aesthetics, sushi and Asian fusion, courtesy of Sora, for a seated dinner with live music. Afterward, grab a glass of Champagne and dance the night away. The aLoft Hotel is on site if you need somewhere to crash at 2 a.m. after an evening of luxury. $100-$400, Dec. 31, 7 p.m., 1091 W. 10th St., Cleveland, eventbrite.com 

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