As New Year’s Eve approaches, many are left pondering their plans for the evening. If the thought of a public proposal has you feeling uneasy, you might just have what some are calling #ChampagneProblems. While I plan to catch the Toadies’ performance on New Year’s Eve Eve at Billy Bob’s, I’m contemplating a quieter celebration at home, perhaps streaming the new Taylor Swift docuseries, End of an Era. Alternatively, I could opt for the cinematic experience of the last episode of Stranger Things on the big screen. However, there are plenty of exciting events to consider for the night.
Family-Friendly Fun
Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, located at 2970 Epic Pl, Grand Prairie, is hosting an all-ages event called Epic Family New Year. This 12-hour celebration, running from 1 PM to 1 AM, offers families a chance to make lasting memories while enjoying live circus performances, a DJ, arcade games, arts and crafts, and hula-hoop contests. The event will feature two countdowns with rubber duckie drops and contests with $10,000 worth of prizes. Tickets start at $59 per person, with the option to upgrade to a private cabana for up to eight guests. The venue also hosts adult-only nights on the first Friday of each month, with the next one scheduled for January 2 from 9:30 PM to midnight, offering admission for just $15.
Dining Delights
The Mont is offering a seven-course tasting menu for New Year’s Eve, which includes a welcome toast featuring Telmon Brut Reserve Champagne. Reservations are recommended as this dining experience is expected to be a highlight of the evening.
Throwback Celebrations
For those feeling nostalgic, party promoters Call Me, Beep Me will transform Ampersand into a Late 2000s New Year’s Eve Party from 9 PM to 2 AM. Attendees can enjoy music from beloved Disney Channel and Nickelodeon artists, alongside house remixes. Table packages begin at $400, which includes a choice of tequila or vodka, one bottle of Wycliff Brut Champagne, and six cans of Red Bull. More details can be found on their Facebook page.
Club Ritzy 1201 is set to host its Biggest New Year’s Eve Party at the Savannah Lounge, featuring a buffet, party favors, and a midnight Champagne toast. The festivities kick off at 8 PM, highlighted by live R&B music from D.O.B. (Definition of a Band) and Throwdown Sam.
Music and Merriment
The Boiled Owl Tavern is partnering with Blackland Distillery for a free 21+ event titled Heaven Is a Dive Bar. This party will feature specialty cocktails, a photo-op wall, and a costume contest. Attendees are encouraged to dress in themed outfits, with live music starting at 9:30 PM. A complimentary Champagne toast will be offered at midnight.
Hoot’s Hall will showcase legendary country duo the Bellamy Brothers alongside rising star Hayden Haddock. Tickets are priced at $50 and include a Champagne toast and a balloon drop filled with prizes at midnight. Food trucks will be available on-site to satisfy late-night cravings. Doors open at 7 PM, and guests must be 21 or older.
With numerous events to choose from, including performances by Parker McCollum and Dylan Gossett, and reservations still available at popular venues like Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar and the Petroleum Club, there are plenty of options for a lively New Year’s celebration. While the Ricki Derek show at Scat Jazz Lounge is not sold out, seating is limited and may fill up quickly.
