The decade will be ending this Thursday and the 2010’s will have officially begun. There’s a variety of ways you could celebrate the occasion ranging from a quiet night at home with friends to a giant blow-out bash with hundreds of other partiers. If you’re planning to go out for the night, but haven’t decided on a venue, here’s a quick list of of twelve different events that will be hopping when the ball drops at midnight.
1. New Years Eve Gala 2010 – Advertised as the largest NYE party in the city, the Renaissance Hotel will be home to five entertainment rooms with a variety of musical entertainment options ranging from hip-hop to house to jazz. Several of their ticket packages include on-site hotel accommodations so that you don’t have to worry getting back home after the party.
2. Wild Goose Creative NYE Festival – Wild Goose Creative runs their New Years Festival from December 31st through January 3rd with four days of events. Their main attraction on Thursday night is a sci-fi art/dance party featuring several local musicians. Their bar is BYOB.
3. Bristol NYE09 – The Bristol Bar will be kicking off the new year with a special event featuring music by Ruckus Roboticus, an open bar, and food provided by Lavash Cafe.
4. The Shadowbox Shindig – Shadowbox at Easton puts on a special NYE party every year featuring live music performed by their amazing house band BillWho?, a food banquet, cash bar, and champagne toast.
5. First Night Columbus – The 15th Annual edition of this family-friendly NYE option kicks off at 5pm and features a wide variety of entertainers and activities that will take place throughout multiple sites Downtown.
6. Rad Dog / Hal & Al’s – The fine folks at Rad Dog & Hal & Al’s are throwing a party “on the down low” that will feature drink specials, Nintendo gaming and tasty Rad Dog treats.
7. Re-Prom – A prom-themed party will be going down at the A&R Music Bar next to The LC in the Arena District. Tickets for this event are a mere $5, and the event features DJ “Sweet Berry Wine” and a vote for prom king & queen.
8. New Years Eve at The Hyatt Regency – Another popular Downtown hotel party takes place annually at The Hyatt near the Convention Center. A mix of live music and dj entertainment will be featured in addition to open bars and hors d’oeuvres. Overnight hotel accommodation packages are still available.
9. Bliss 2010 – Mozaik Lounge near Park Street will be celebrating the arrival of 2010 with a special event sponsored by Three Olives vodka.
10. NYE at Cotter’s – Cotter’s Restaurant in the Arena District will be ringing in the new year with live jazz, an hors d’oeuvres buffet, and a skyline view of Downtown.
11. Twenty-Ten NYE at BoMA – BoMA will be hosting a party sponsored by The Power 107.5 that features a variety of djs, a balloon drop, and breakfast buffet.
12. NYE Salsa Party – Salsa Columbus is hosting their New Years Eve party at La Fogata starting at 8pm. Their party will feature Latin dance music, dance lessons, and more.
No matter how you choose to celebrate New Year’s, have fun and be safe. See you in 2010, Columbus!