Photo courtesy of Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation via Fountain Square
This annual celebration is a must-see for kids and kids at heart. Join thousands of fellow Cincinnatians as we dance the night away, eat tasty treats, and play a few goofy games on the Fountain Square stage every half hour. New Year's Eve Cruise December 31, 9 pm – 1 am at BB Riverboats BB Riverboats has two cruise options this New Year's Eve! Earlier in the day, the New Year's Eve Kids Cruise from 10:30 am – 1:30 pm will have live music and party favors for the whole family! Meet with beloved characters from BB Riverboats' Pirate, Princess and Super Hero cruises, enjoy a lunch buffet and participate in fun, kid-centered activities. For adults, their elegant New Year's Eve Cruise takes you on a nighttime trip down the river complete with a three-entree buffet, entertainment, a split of champagne at midnight, a late night snack buffet, and party favors.
This lively New Year's Eve Ball is a two night extravaganza! The Rumpke Mountain Boys is a band made up of vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, upright bass, banjo and dynamic special effects. Join them and special guests David Gans, Old Salt Union, The Pickin' Pear and Restless Leg String Band as they rock the 20th Century Theater on New Year's Eve and the Eve of New Year's Eve!
New Year's Eve with ISWHAT?!
December 31, 8 – 11:30 pm at MOTR Pub
Hosted by ISWHAT?!, this MOTR event will feature performances by BioniC, Stallitix and DJ Apryl Reign. As one of Cincinnati's favorite party spots, this is the place to be on NYE. RSVP on Facebook to get updates.
New Year's Eve Concert 2017
December 31, 8 pm – 10:30 pm at Cincinnati Music Hall
If you prefer an elegant sound, buy tickets for Cincinnati Pops New Year's Eve Concert. Featuring the vintage-style vocals of jazz artist Morgan James, jazz fans and music lovers do not want to miss this!
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong NYE
December 31, 9 pm at Madison Theater
Over the river in Covington, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong will be hosting the show of the new year at Madison Theater. Their blend of original songs, psychedelic improv jams, and contagious, smiley stage presence will have everyone dancing! Buy your tickets online.
Hilton Netherland Plaza is recreating their 1931 grand opening party to ring in the new year! If you want to join the fun, simply buy your tickets, dress the part and get ready to dance the night away! The best dressed couple wins dinner for two at Orchids, and the event includes table seating with an unlimited sparkling wine centerpiece, a cash bar, a buffet dinner and dessert, live music from the Queen City Serenaders, a midnight champagne toast, and a festive balloon drop.
New Year's Eve 2018 at The Madison
December 31, 8 pm at The Madison Event Centre
The trip into Covington is worth it for this annual shindig. Dress to the nines, enjoy drinks, appetizers, a buffet dinner and late-night snacks prepared by the in-house chef and culinary team. Then dance the night away on three different floors of music entertainment! Whether you opt for the general admission or VIP tickets, you're in for an unforgettable night.
9th Annual New Year's Eve Speakeasy Party
December 31, 8 pm – 1 am at Know Theatre
Know's legendary New Year's Eve bash includes all the flappers, fedoras, martinis, back-room casino games and jazz we've come to adore from the year 1923. Dance to live music downstairs and a live DJ upstairs, snack on delicious appetizers, and drink your fill of Manhattans, Sidecars and Martinis from the bar. When the clock strikes midnight, enjoy a champagne toast on the house and keep the party going until 1 am. The best part is your ticket purchase directly benefits the Know Theatre!
New Year's Eve Dance
December 31, 8 pm – 1 am at Harmony Lodge
Photo courtesy of CincyHop
CincyHop is continuing this local tradition of great music and superb dancing on New Year's Eve. Snacks and champagne will be provided in addition to a beginner swing dance lesson, an open social dance, and a dance competition — all for just $10. Find more information on the Facebook event page. New Year's Eve at MadTree Brewing December 31, 8 pm – 1 am at MadTree Taproom MadTree Taproom won't just be filled with beer on December 31! Join them for drinks, food, live music, and a DJ as they ring in the new year. You can RSVP on Facebook to get updates and ticket details. New Year's Eve Dance December 31, 8 pm – 1 am at Dance Club Studio The band Dirty Rice is going to help Dance Club Studio members and nonmembers dance the night away at this lively event. Bring your own alcoholic beverages and enjoy pop, bottled water, a deluxe buffet, and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight at the party! RSVP on Facebook and call (513) 752-4956 to reserve your tickets. Black Light Ball at Urban Artifact December 31, 8 pm – 2 am at Urban Artifact
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Urban Artifact's first ever Black Light Ball will transform the upstairs space into a black light masquerade wonderland. Come for the wild colors and stay for the dance beats and specialty drinks! Open bar tickets are $65 and get you access to the upstairs glow level, downstairs music, pints of Urban Artifact's craft beers, wine and cocktails, and a special midnight bubbly toast. Get your tickets here and RSVP on Facebook. Ring in The New Year with The Bell Event Centre December 31, 9 pm – 1 am at Bell Event Center Tickets to this amazing party include hors d'oeuvres, an open bar, dessert, a champagne toast, a popcorn bar, a festive photo booth, a live DJ and convenient parking. Ranging in price from $100 per person or $700 for an eight-person table, this will be an elegant and unforgettable celebration you won't want to miss! New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball 2017 December 31 at Holiday Inn Cincinnati Airport The annual soiree at Holiday Inn Cincinnati Airport includes an overnight stay, cocktail hour, an open bar, gourmet dinner, live entertainment, a photo booth and much more! At $299 per couple, it's the perfect option if you want all of the fun and none of the late-night driving. Call (859) 746-5608 to buy your tickets and get more details. You can also follow the hotel on Facebook for updates. New Years Eve 2017 at the Brewery December 31 at Rhinegeist Brewery
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The annual NYE party at Rhinegeist is one you'll look forward to year after year. In the past, they've had live DJs, local food, an upstairs speakeasy, wine, cocktails and a bounty of in-house brews! Follow the brewery on Facebook for event updates. New Year's Eve at The Stretch December 31 at The Stretch Cincinnati's The Stretch is always throwing stand-out parties and New Year's Eve is no different. In past years, they've had party favors, DJ entertainment, a live Q102 broadcast to ring in the new year, a midnight champagne toast, special-edition kegs, and a donut bar from Holtman's Donut Shop! Follow them on Facebook for 2017 event updates.