Central Arkansas features an array of parties for revelers looking to ring in 2015 out on the town. From galas, vintage affairs and fine dining to nightclubs, live music and comedy, there is a lot going on this New Year’s Eve. Here’s a rundown of some of the Dec. 31 festivities:
New Year's Eve at The Joint
New Year’s Eve at The Joint in North Little Rock includes a performance of A Fertle Holiday, along with a catered meal during intermission. Chicken penne pasta, garden salad, seasoned green beans and garlic bread are on the menu. Toast to 2015 with complimentary champagne at midnight, and party to live rock ‘n’ roll by Secondhand Cannons. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 plus tax. Call (501) 372-0210 for reservations.
The Party at Cache
Cache Restaurant in the Arcade Building in downtown Little Rock is hosting a New Year’s celebration with music by Party Planet and plenty of dancing. The party is in the restaurant’s upstairs bar and lounge. Festivities begin at 8 p.m. The $50 ticket includes light hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast at midnight. Revelers must be 21. Tickets are available through Eventbrite via facebook. com/cacherestaurantlr or by calling (501) 850-0265.
Party Like a Rockstar at Crowne Plaza
The Crowne Plaza in west Little Rock gives revelers the chance to party like rockstars to music performed by local band Tragikly White. Doors open at 8 p.m., and the band starts at 10 p.m. Eager to start the party a little earlier? The bar opens at 4 p.m., and Taylor Nealey performs at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $45 in advance and $55 at the door. Reserve at (501) 223-3000.
New Year's Eve celebration at Willy D's
Ring in the new year at Willy D’s in downtown Little Rock. The $25 ticket includes party favors, a balloon drop and a champagne toast at midnight. Doors open at 7 p.m. Call (501) 244-9550 for reservations.
Downton Abbey wine dinner dance at the Empress of Little Rock
Celebrate the new year with a “Victorian affair” at downtown bed and breakfast The Empress of Little Rock. Partygoers can step back in time to Dec. 31, 1889, with a four-course meal, wine, live music and dancing. Guests receive custom-made Victorian mementos. The black-tie event begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $200 per couple with an overnight stay, plus room cost, or $250 without an overnight stay. Call (501) 374-7966.
Ballroom Bash at the Little Rock Marriot
The Little Rock Marriott is celebrating the new year ballroom style. Ballroom Bash begins at 9 p.m. at the hotel’s Grand Ballroom with entertainment by Dave Rasico Dueling Pianos and The Big John Miller Band, and a midnight breakfast in the ballroom foyer. Tickets are $50, and guest room packages start at $229. Enter “Little Rock Ballroom Bash” at ticketweb.com for tickets.
Wind Down Underground Party at the Statehouse Convention Center Governors Hall
Head into the new year at the Wind Down Underground Party, hosted by KLAL-FM, Alice 107.7 at the Statehouse Convention Center’s Governors Hall. The party starts at 9 p.m. and features entertainment by Chris Henry, Almost Infamous, Midsouth Soul Revival and DJ Hipnotik. Tickets are $40 at ticketweb.com — enter “Little Rock Underground.” Guest room packages, which include two tickets to the event, at the Little Rock Marriott start at $189.
OMFG! NYE 2015 at Discovery
Discovery Night Club is hosting its celebration beginning at 9 p.m. The party features Texas-based DJ Sno White in the disco-tech, along with Big Brown, DJ Lawler and DJ Ewell. VJ G Force will be in the lobby. Former Miss Gay America Dominique Sanchez will be in the theater with special guests. Three balloon drops will give away $1,000, and other prizes will be given away throughout the night. Tickets are $20. Call (501) 664-4784 for details.
New Years Eve @ Club Level
Club Level’s celebration begins at 8 p.m. and features DJ Breeze and DJ Xavier, along with an “over-the-top balloon drop.” Admission is $10 before 10 p.m. There will be shot and drink specials all night and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. VIP tables are also available. Call (501) 372-1515 for details.
'A Gatsby Affair' gala at Benton Convention Center
The Fourth Annual Starlight Gala, “A Gatsby Affair,” features entertainment from band Sister, Sister, along with dancing, food by chef Bonner Cameron of Bistro Catering and a silent auction. The event begins at 7 p.m. at the Benton Event Center and benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Bryant. Tickets are $75 for individuals, $140 for couples and can be purchased at bryantbgc.org/starlight-gala.aspx.
New Year's Eve at Loony Bin
Comedian Shaun Jones is performing two shows at the Loony Bin on New Year’s Eve at 7:30 and 10 p.m. Tickets to the early show are $12.50. The holiday celebration begins with the 10 p.m. show, where the $25 ticket includes hats, horns, noisemakers, leis, snacks and a champagne toast at midnight. Purchase tickets online at loonybincomedy.com, or call (501) 228-5555.