ʮ 28, 2017
2017 is nearly over and it’s time to let go and celebrate the coming of the New Year. Here are several options in the Palm Beach areas. These range from free events to pricey extravaganzas to ring in 2018.
PALM BEACH COUNTY - NORTH
HARBOURSIDE PLACE COUNTDOWN TO 2018: Head to North Palm Beach County at 9 p.m. for this free New Year’s Eve event. The “Times Square” ball drop will be streaming live on a 16-foot screen with live musical performances.
NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH 2018: Celebrate the 8th annual New Year’s Bash at Guanabanas Island Restaurant and Bar in Jupiter. There is no reservation and no cover all night. Listen to live music starting at 9 p.m. Dec. 31. This is a 21 and over event. Information: 561-747-8878.
DOWNTOWN'S NOON YEAR'S EVE: Get your kids ready and head over to Downtown at The Gardens for an afternoon full of free activities: carousels, face painting, games and more. The party runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Dec. 31 at the Carousel Courtyard. Information: 561-799-4100.
PALM BEACH COUNTY - CENTRAL
MASQUERADE BALL ON THE WATERFRONT: This $150 per person Black & White Affair promises to be an enchanting evening of music, food and merriment including a live dj, an open bar, an horderves buffet, a dinner buffet, a dessert buffet and a champagne toast.
SUBCULTURE GROUP’S 5 VENUES, 1 PRICE PARTY: The 500 Block of Clematis in West Palm Beach aims to please: no velvet ropes, no hassels, no fancy pants. Just you, the rest of the city and ringing in the new year together. There are options for everyone, from $45 to $80 and access to Subculture’s hottest block, which includes Hullabaloo, Kapow, Respectable Street, Lost Weekend and Voltaire.
IL BELLAGIO’S NEW YEAR’S EVE: Start the new year with an Italian Feast at 5 p.m. or 9 p.m. on December 31, 2017. According to their Facebook page, “The first seating will be $65 and include a 3-course meal. The second seating will include the 3-course meal and NYE party favors for a cheerful celebration.” Buy tickets here.
NEW YEAR’S CELEBRATION AT BANKO CANTINA: The celebration at Banko Cantina has the charm of a Mexican cantina with an American twist. It features open bars, entertainment, dancing, dining and bottle packages. This year’s theme is “Blue & Gold.” For information, call 561-355-1399.
CHEERS TO YOUR HEATH WITH A VEGAN BUFFET: Grab the family and your appetite and head over to Hippocrates Health Institute for a tasty, raw living foods buffet, starting at 6 p.m. It’s $45/person and $22.50 for kids 12 and under. There will be live music and dancing, and of course fireworks at midnight. RSVP is required: Call 561-471-8876.
TIDELINE OCEAN RESORT & SPA’S TRIBUTE TO BEATLEMANIA: Enjoy the original cast of Beatlemania singing and performing as you indulge in dinner at Tideline Ocean Resort & Spa in Palm Beach. There are two dinners: at 6 p.m. for $125 in advance or $150 at the door featuring a 3-course dinner and wine pairing, and at 9 p.m. $150 in advance or $200 at the door with a 3-course dinner, wine pairing, Mizu sushi and champagne toast. $45 for children 11 and under.
PALM BEACH COUNTY - SOUTH
A NIGHT AT MOULIN ROUGE: Watch the ball drop on a big projector and party all night with DJ Gabriel on Dec. 31. There’s a 4-course menu, $50 for 6 p.m. seating and $80 for 8:30 p.m. Reservations required: 561-793-2110.
NEW YEAR'S EVE DOWNTOWN: Visit Delray’s Old School Square Park and enjoy a free New Year’s Eve event starting at 5 p.m and ending with fireworks at 9 p.m. The carousel, mini-golf and ice skating has a cover of $3. There will be food trucks on site and live music starting at 5 p.m. with a surprise band and DJ from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on December 31, 2017.
NEW YEAR'S EVE 2018: Head over to Blue Martini Boca Raton starting at 8 p.m. and party with live music all night long. It's an elegant, attire-required kind of night. You get live entertainment, open premium bar and hors d’oeuvres until 10 p.m. on December 31, 2017. Countdown and champagne toast at midnight. Information: 561-350-9643. Reservations requiered.
ROCK THE BLOCK 2018 : Ring in the New Year with the hottest party in Boca featuring Salt N’ Pepa & DJ Spinderella, Wang Chung and A Flock of Seagulls. Event starts at 8 p.m. on Dec 31 at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The New Year’s countdown is followed by a midnight fireworks show on the 18th fairway. Prices range from $75 to $150.
CIRQUE DREAMS 2018 SHOW: Head to the Cathedral Room at the Boca Raton Resort & Club at 5:30 p.m. for a special Cirque Show for all ages. It’s a blend of world-renowned imagination and theatrical innovation. Tickets start at $150 per person.
FUNKY NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY: Ring the new year in a funky way at Funky Buddha Lounge and Brewery. You’ll get five bands, craft beer, music, a beer toast at midnight and a complimentary, late-night breakfast before closing. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. on December 31, 2017, and show starts at 8:00 p.m.
Source: The Palm Beach Post
