The Weekender: 10 Things To Do On New Year's Eve
The popular Windows on the River New Year's Eve party is sold out, but you can still turn over the calendar at these great champagne-swilling events.
Rock 'n' Roll into the new year with a show headlined by Cleveland indie band Cloud Nothings at the Beachland Ballroom. The show will celebrate Cleveland music with local acts Half an Animal and Christmas Pets opening the show. The four piece led by singer-songwriter Dylan Baldi will perform songs from its critically acclaimed 2017 album Life Without Sound before heading out to tour Australia. No age requirement means teen and adult music lovers alike can end the new year on a high note with a killer show at a historic venue. $20, 8:30 p.m., Beachland Ballroom, 15711 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, 216-383-1124, beachlandballroom.com
Bill NYE Bash at 16-Bit Bar + Arcade
Let this retro Lakewood spot drop some science on you at its free Bill Nye the Science Guy-themed New Year's Eve bash. With Nye-inspired drinks and shots and a Science Guy marathon, the arcade bar is taking word play to a hilariously fun level. Plus, they’re giving away free Bill NYE tees. And who doesn’t love free stuff? Free, 7 p.m., 15012 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-563-1115 16-bitbar.com
Four-Course Dinner at Clifton Martini & Wine Bar
Kick off 2018 in style with a four-course dinner at this trendy cocktail spot. Owner Jeff Rumplik and Chef Brad Cubbal offer a menu that features locally sourced pasta dishes, extravagant lobster and steak plates, vegan and gluten free options and more. A delicious desert menu, crafted cocktail and martinis and a curated wine list will give you all the guilty pleasures you need before embarking on that 2018 resolution. 10427 Clifton Blvd., Cleveland, 216-965-0221, cliftonmartini.com
Glitz and Games at Tabletop
Start the new year 1-0 at the Ohio City board game café’s Glitz and Games. Enjoy champagne, raffle prizes and heavy hors d’oeuvres as you battle your friends for the title of best board gamer of 2017. Tickets must be purchased in advance. $40, 7 p.m., 1810 W. 25th St., Cleveland, 216-512-3053, tabletopcleve.com/nye/
New Year's Eve Soiree: 007 at Lago East Bank
Order a martini shaken not stirred at the James Bond-themed Lago New Year's Eve party. With decadent dishes, cocktails from an open bar and live entertainment all night long, the 5th annual event is one even the suave 007 would enjoy. The black-tie-optional affair is hosted by chef, restaurateur and 2018 Cleveland Magazine Most Interesting Person Fabio Salerno. Attendees can also reserve a room at Aloft Hotel for the discounted price of $245. $150-$350, 7 p.m., 1091 W. 10th St., Cleveland, 216-862-8065, lagoeastbank.com
Neon New Year at Punch Bowl Social
The Flats East Bank's premier party location is hosting the brightest New Year’s Eve party in the city. Say peace out to 2017 with Punch Bowl’s specialty "Sling in the New Year" punch, a balloon drop and a live DJ as the remaining hours of 2017 tick away. $10, 9 p.m., 1086 W. 11th St., Cleveland, 216-239-1508, punchbowlsocial.com
New Year's Eve Bash: New Year, Same Regrets at Wild Eagle Saloon
The modern downtown saloon wants is celebrating our failed 2017 resolutions with a midnight beer toast and live entertainment. A complimentary $10 draft beer card lets you pour your favorite craft beer without fighting to the front of the bar, and hotel packages are available for a two-person stay at the Downtown Comfort Inn. Throw some bocce, shoot some pool and flick the joysticks on your favorite arcade game as you party into your best year yet. $20-$199, 9 p.m., 921 Huron Road E, Cleveland, 216-465-3225, wildeagle.com
18-Karat Gold NYE Bash at Twist Social Club
Get decked out in gold and dance the last night of 2017 away at the Lakewood bar and nightclub's 18-Karat Gold NYE Bash. Sponsored by Tito's Vodka, the event will feature Cleveland DJ Mike Filly on the 1s and 2s and Cleveland's LGBT community on the dance floor. Free, 7 p.m., 11633 Clifton Blvd., Cleveland, 216-221-2333, twistsocialclub.com
NYE 2018 at Around the Corner
Take a wild ride into 2018 with four bars, two DJs and no cover charge. Six-person VIP packages feature vodka and champagne bottle service, reserved seating and a bucket of beer. A balloon drop and free party favors will make for a sweet farewell to 2017 at this Lakewood hot spot. Free, VIP $400-$600, 7 p.m., 18616 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, 216-521-4413, atccafe.com
Brew Year’s Eve at Great Lakes Brewing Co.
“Out with the old and in with the brew,” is the motto for Great Lakes Brewing Co.’s Brew Year’s Eve party. Enjoy a night of dancing, oysters from CLE on the Half Shell and, of course, award-winning craft brews at the historic Ohio City brewery. VIP tickets grant early admission and access to a VIP-only dinner. $75-$90, 8 p.m., 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland, 216-771-4404, greatlakesbrewing.com
