And just in case you weren't sure how to celebrate this fine occasion, Cheer Up Buttercup is here with events all across the city. Start the year off safely, grab a cab or hire a car. Have fun, and have a happy new year!
NEW YEAR'S
New Year's Eve at Capitol Garage Dinner for two at one flat price. It will include two salads, two entrees, dessert and a bottle of house wine or champagne. Reservations requested as space is limited. Throw in an additional $10 to partake in the New Years Eve reggae dancehall event that will feature live music and DJs, complimentary champagne and ball drop countdown. Must be 21 or older.
$49.95. 4-9 p.m. 1500 K St. 916-444-3633
New Year's Day at Capitol Garage
Enjoy brunch or dinner at Capitol Garage. Bottomless mimosas for $6.95 are available at brunch. Dinner is $49.95 and includes two salads, two entrees, dessert and a bottle of house wine or champagne.
Brunch is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner runs from 4-9:30 p.m. Must be 21 or older.
1500 K St. 916-444-3633
Izabella Family New Year's Eve with Relic 45 at Marilyn's on K
Catch Izabella and Relic 45 perform during this celebration.
$25 advance tickets, $30 at the door. Must be 21 or older.
8 p.m. 908 K St. 916-446-4361
Utz and The Shuttlecocks New Year's Eve Blowout at Harlow's
Ring in the new year and enjoy a good cover band. Must be 21 or older.
$30. 9 p.m. 2708 J St. 916-441-4693
New Year's Jammin' Eve at the Radisson Hotel
The event features The Bar-Kays, Dazz Band and Slave. There is limited reserved VIP seating. Must be 21 or older.
$56 advanced tickets. $75 at the door. 9:30 p.m. 500 Leisure Lane. 916-922-2020
New Year's Eve at Social
Social Night Club will host DJ J. Espinosa and DJ JB. Advance tickets are $25, $50 at the door. VIP packages are available. Must be 21 or older.
9 p.m. to 3 a.m. 1000 K St. 916-443-9001
New Year's Eve Bash at Barcode Nightclub
The younger crowd will enjoy this 18 and over party at Barcode. There will be a massive balloon drop, party favors, streamers and confetti.
Ages 18-20 get in for $15. Ages 21 and older get in for $10.
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 1890 Arden Way. 916-492-1959
New Year's Eve Celebration Aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train
Enter 2011 among softly lit vineyards, masked faces and Venetian-style masquerade celebration. Tickets are available to attend the wine train dinner and after party or the after party only. The after party begins at 10 p.m. For a peek at the menu visit here.
The Gourmet Express Car dinner and after party ticket costs $225. The Vista Dome Car dinner and after party ticket costs $255. An after party ticket costs $55. Must be 21 or older.
5 p.m. to 1 a.m. 1275 McKinstry St., Napa. 800-427-4124
2011 New Year's Eve Wine Fest at Masonic Temple
Celebrate the new 2011 year with wine, music and dancing presented by Sacramento Wine and Nightlife Tours, Inc. There will be an open wine bar, complimentary appetizers, a DJ, live entertainment, and midnight champagne toast. Come single, as a couple, or even bring your kids and take advantage of their nanny service. The nanny service will be operated by licensed professionals and the location will only be open to those who have children using the service. Children 3-14 accepted, $20 for the first child and $10 for each additional.
$89 per person, tickets must be bought in advance. Upscale or cocktail attire requested. Must be 21 or older.
9 p.m. 1123 J St. 916-443-8741
New Year's Eve at the Hyatt
106.5 The Buzz and the Hyatt are teaming up for New Year's Eve. There will be three locations to celebrate: the acoustic lounge, the rooftop nightclub or the main event. Admission includes access to all three locations, and a complimentary drink from the Bubble Bar. Must be 21 or older.
Packages including hotel stay and more are available.
Admission to the party only costs $50.
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. 1209 L St. 916-443-1234
New Year's Eve Cruises on Hornblower in Old Sacramento
Enjoy the New Year's Eve Cruise aboard a Hornblower yacht. There will be a buffet dinner, three-hour cruise, open standard bar (including champagne and liquors), live music, dancing and festive fireworks. For a copy of the menu, visit here. Must be 21 or older.
7-10 p.m. and 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Empress Hornblower, 1206 Front St. 916-446-1185.
New Year's Eve at The Park
DJ Peeti V and DJ Billy Lane will spin a mix of hip hop, retro, rock, top 40 and dance. There will be a complimentary champagne toast, party favors, confetti cannons and lavish decorations.
$50. VIP packages are available. Must be 21 or older.
8 p.m. 1116 15th St. 916-442-7222
New Year's Eve at Mix Downtown
Join 100.5FM and DJ David X on the rooftop lounge and nightclub. There will be party favors, a champagne toast and confetti cannons.
$50. VIP packages are available. Must be 21 or older.
Special hotel rates are available at Marriott Residence Inn and The Sheraton Grand.
8 p.m. 1531 L St. 916-802-3036
New Year's Pajama Party at Sacramento Comedy Spot
Celebrate New Year's Eve with comedy, dancing and pajamas. There will be dancing, short comedy shows, party games and the countdown. "Dress code" of pajamas will be enforced. Ticket prices include drinks and snacks.
$20. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
9 p.m. 1050 20th St., Suite 130. 916-444-3137
Best New Year's Eve Party at Po'Boyz Bar and Grill
Two party packages are available. The party admission package costs $15 and includes admission to the party, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. The complete dinner package costs $50 and includes a drink, a rib dinner with mashed potatoes and vegetables, party favors and a midnight champagne toast. Must be 21 or older.
8 p.m. Party only admission starts at 9:30 p.m. 9580 Oak Avenue Parkway, Folsom. 916-987-2886
Roaring '20s New Year's Eve Celebration at Crescent Club
Join the Crescent Club during the Prohibition Era-themed New Year's Eve party. There will be a speakeasy casino, ballroom swing dancing, Gypsy jazz, cabaret, burlesque and live music. Gangster and Flapper attire is encouraged. Prizes will be awarded for the Most Stunning Flapper outfit, Most Sinister Public Enemy and Best Dressed Couple. Champagne and appetizers will be provided at midnight, as well as special pricing on the Prohibition and Boardwalk Empire Cocktail Menus.
Registrants will receive a password in true Prohibition Era spirit, and must know the password to be admitted.
Advance tickets cost $35. Tickets at the door are $65.
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 1150 Firehouse Alley. 916-498-9098
New Year's Art Opening and Musical Extravaganza at Beatnik Studios
The new gallery show, "Shades and Scripts," will open as well as performances by Jamaar Wallace, Alyssa Cox and the Happy Medium between 6-9 p.m. Goodness Gracious Me, Prieta, The Kelps and Music Charis will perform between 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. The theme is '20s speakeasy so costumes are encouraged.
Free admission from 6-9 p.m. $15 after 9 p.m.
2421 17th St. 916-443-5808
Professional Guild's Gala New Year's Eve Party at the Hilton Hotel on Arden West
Singles are especially welcome at this New Year's party. Couples, of course, are welcome too. Mercy Me and the Groove Thang Band will perform in two ballrooms, while DJ Ron Davis will spin in a third. Admission includes two free drink tickets, casino gaming, a range of music, party favors, balloon drop, exhibits, and drawings and prizes.
Hotel packages available.
Free parking. Advance tickets cost $65. Tickets at the door cost $75.
8:30 p.m. 2200 Harvard St. 916-772-7555
Celebrating 100 Years of Service: New Year's Eve 2011 at Haggin Oaks
Celebrate a century of service and the new year with the Greater Sacramento Urban League Young Professionals. Dress code will be strictly enforced. No jeans, white tees, baseball caps or tennis shoes.
$50 per person. $40 if you participate in their "Day of Service" by donating one hour to feed the hungry.
VIP packages available, call 916-995-2015.
3645 Fulton Blvd. 916-286-8694
New Year's Eve Sky Spectacular in Old Sacramento
Join the free celebration in Old Sacramento that will include two fireworks shows (9 p.m. and midnight), drum corps, Radio Disney's Rockin' Road Crew, a youth hip hop presentation, fire dancers and live music.
6 p.m. to 1 a.m. 916-808-7777
New Year's Eve Party at R15
Celebrate with no cover and a new year at R15. There will be $3 cocktails all night and a champagne toast at midnight. Must be 21 or older.
1431 R St. 916-930-9191
MUSIC AND ARTS
Dec. 28: Fourth Tuesday Films: "Paperback Dreams"Catch a free screening of "Paperback Dreams, the Life and Times of the Independent Bookstore." The story of two Bay Area independent booksellers will capture the struggles independent business owners face. A discussion will follow the screening, and refreshments will be served.
FREE ADMISSION!
7 p.m. Sacramento Area Peace Action, 909 12th St. #118. 916-448-7157
Dec. 30: Pinback Performs
San Diego duo, Pinback, will perform at Harlow's. Must be 21 or older.
$15. 8 p.m. 2708 J St. 916-441-4693
Jan. 1: The Slackers Perform
The Slackers will perform at Harlow's. Must be 21 or older.
$12. 8 p.m. 2708 J St. 916-441-4693
SPORTS AND OUTDOORS
Dec. 27: Kings vs. Los Angeles ClippersThe Kings will play against the Los Angeles Clippers at Arco Arena.
Tickets start at $15. Don't forget $10 for parking.
7 p.m. 1 Sports Parkway. 916-928-6900
Dec. 29: Kings vs. Memphis Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies will be in Sacramento to play the Kings.
Tickets start at $15. Parking costs $10.
7 p.m. 1 Sports Parkway. 916-928-6900
Jan. 2: Kings vs. Phoenix Suns
The Suns will be at Arco to play the Kings.
Tickets start at $15. Parking costs $10.
6 p.m. 1 Sports Parkway. 916-928-6900
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