We can already hear those champagne corks popping as 2011 comes to a close and Philadelphia prepares for the best New Year’s ever. There are just too many New Year’s Eve parties in our great city that it would be impossible to list them all, so here are the hottest happenings in Philly this New Year’s. Since many events are ticketed and sell out quickly, we have created a list to make choosing the best bash easy.
So, don’t be shy, these parties are ripe for the picking!
If you have a hot New Year’s Eve bash or special celebration in store, please send your event info to: centercity@phillyhappening.com
New Year’s Eve Bashes:
NYE Dance Party at the Tavern on Broad
Voted as Philly’s Hottest Young Professionals New Years Party, this high class, high energy, dance party may be just what you’re looking for. The party starts at 8pm, and gets pumping at 9pm with a mix of 80’s jams and top 40 club music until 2am. This party also features multiple DJs, table services, VIP treatments and more! For information visit: http://www.tavernonbroad.com/. Only 1200 tickets are available-Tickets also available online.
McFadden’s Philly
461 North 3rd St, Philadelphia
A New Year’s Eve party like only McFadden’s can through, infamous like their Halloween parties. Complete with VIP access and bottle/table services. Only 900 tickets available! Purchase your’s today at http://www.mcfaddensphilly.com/.
New Year’s Eve at the Field House
PA Convention Center/Reading Terminal Market Area
1150 Filbert St, Philadelphia
Create an unforgettable night at the Field House with multiple bar areas, non-stop music, sophistication, quality and superb customer service. Only 700 tickets available, so don’t delay! Doors to this party open at 9am, with kick off of the night’s events at 10pm going until 2am. For more information visit: http://www.fieldhousephilly.com/.
MilkBoy Philadelphia want you to “Funk your Face”
1100 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19107
Come out for Johnny Showcase’s New Year’s Funk your Face Party. At 8PM join Johnny Showcase and the Left Lucy for this underground Philly legend. His energetic show combines cabaret, outlandish comedy and good for the soul-soul music. Also onstage is El Malito, an alternative band with 33rd century flair, artistically mixing English and Spanish with big bass beats. Must be 21 to attend, but you won’t find a more affordable and fun way to ring in 2012 than this $15 ticketed event. To purchase tickets visit: http://www.milkboyphilly.com/event/78519/.
Mad River Old City’s Winter Wonderland 
Limited tickets available for Mad River’s Winter Wonderland New Year’s Eve party, with 6 hour premium open bar, ice luge, dual DJs spinning side by side and upscale buffett. Plus, Snow bunny servers and bartenders….yes, we are serious gentlemen. Get all your guy friends together, Mad River offers a group rate for parties of 4 or more. Advance tickets only, tickets are not available at the door.
Other SOLD OUT New Year’s Eve parties include: Resolution at Trust (known as the Real World House) and the Crystal Tea Room’s 12Midnight Party.
Dorian’s Parlor NYE Spectacular
Looking for an extraordinry way to welcome the New Year? Look no further! Dorian’s Parlor, a monthly Steampunk inspired, neo-Victorian event, will definately like no other New Year’s Eve you’ve ever experienced before. Creatively dress in costume and dance the night away with other classically dressed in science fiction inspired garb. Dorian’s is offering lots of great giveaways and prizes, as well as all inclusive tickets. Hurry over to their Facebook event page for ticketing information.
New Year’s Eve Restaurant Specials:
Get a full night out of your stylish New Year’s attire with dinner before the party. Many area restaurants offer terrific, scrumptiously special menus for New Year’s Eve. So hit the town a little early and fuel up before you dance the night away.
The Melting Pot
1219 Filbert Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
The Melting Pot is offering lunch and dinner specials for a New Year’s Fondue style! Lunch service begins at 12pm with a three course meal for only $29 per person. Dinner service begins at 4pm with a four course dinner for only $69 per person, complete with a complimentary glass of Spumante champagne. Hey, New Year’s Eve celebrations aren’t only for us grown-ups, therefore the Melting Pot thoughtfully offers a children’s plate for $20.
Reservation strongly recommended.
10 Arts Bistro & Lounge
The Ritz Carlton, 10 Avenue of the Arts Broad & Chestnut Streets Philadelphia, PA 1910710 Arts Bistro and Lounge by Chef Eric Ripert offers two extraordinary New Year’s options. Their usual ala carte dinner menu is available from 5:30-7:00pm, but beginning at 8pm the 10 Arts chefs bring you a 4 course tasting menu for a classy New Year’s Eve dinner like no other. The tasting menu is available for $175.00 per person (not including tax & gratuity)~ Your table is your’s until 2012 so no need to venture out after dinner. Your evening will be complete with a balloon drop, noise makers, bubbly, and party favors.
Already have dinner plans? No problem, join 10 Arts for New Year’s Eve in the Lounge, tickets are $75 per person (in advance) or $85 (the day of). You will be ringing out the old and ringing in the new with a balloon drop, noise makers, party favors, champagne toast, and live music. For more information visit: http://www.10arts.com/specials/events/. VIP mezzanine areas are available as well.
Starr Restaurants
Ring in the New Year with Steven Starr Restaurants, a full list of specials is available at HERE. Participating restaurants include Alma De Cuba, Barclay Prime, Buddakan, Butcher and Singer, Continental Martini Bar, Continental Mid-Town, El Rey, El Vez, Frankford Hall, Il Pittore, Jones, Morimoto, Parc, Pizzeria Stella, Pod, Route 6, Talula’s Garden, and last but certainly not least, The Dandelion.
As always never drink and drive. A sober, safe ride home is only a phone call away. Save this handy list of contacts for designated drivers so you have a fun AND safe 2012.
PHL TAXI, 215.232.2000
Capital Dispatch, 215.235.2200
City Cab Co, 215.238.5000
Liberty Cab Co, 215.389.8000
Olde City Taxi, 215.AIRPORT
Quaker City Cab, 215.728.8000
Kick it up a notch and ride in style with King Limo Inc. or Dave’s Best Limo Service
HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM PHILLY HAPPENING!
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