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Woman smiling in sparkling NYE gear

 Woman smiling in sparkling NYE gear

Maryland

CITY CHIC NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY
The Attic at Flavor is Baltimore’s newest and hottest lesbian lounge. The new venue will be hosting their first NYE Party for the LGBTQ community. Your $10 cover includes a complimentary champagne toast, as well as music & dancing all night long. Organizers encourage guests to dress to impress. 21+ event.

Location: The Attic at Flavor, 15 E Centre St., Baltimore, MD
Time: 9 p.m. – close
Event Link: www.flavorbaltimore.com

NEW YEAR’S EVE FIVE YEAR ANNIVERSARY GALA
The Lodge in Boonsboro, MD is ringing in the New Year by celebrating their five-year anniversary. The night includes drag performances, a cash cannon, a complimentary champagne toast, party favors, and a best-dressed contest with a $200 cash prize. The cover is $10 and $15 after 10:30 p.m.

Location: The Lodge, 21614 National Pike, Boonsboro, MD
Time: 9 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Event Link: www.thelodgemd.com

NYE WINTER WONDERLAND
S.H.E. Productions and Grand Central are hosting another exciting New Year’s Eve party in Baltimore, MD. The party is a formal evening of winter fantasy and mystique. You can come fashionably formal or creatively inspired. The night will include a complimentary champagne toast, NYE party favors, and music by DJ Image. Presale tickets are $15 and $20 at the door. Organizers encourage guests to get there early to avoid the lines.

Location: Grand Central Nightclub, 1001 N. Charles St., Baltimore, MD
Time: 9 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1529774310675408/

 

Virginia

NEW YEAR’S EVE 2016
Freddie’s Beach Bar presents Mr. & Miss Freddie’s in A Las Vegas Review for this year’s NYE celebration. Tickets are $25 and include party favors, a complimentary champagne toast, and $5 off New Year’s Day Brunch the following day. The night will also include karaoke and music by DJ Nat.

Location: Freddie’s Beach Bar, 555 South 23rd St., Arlington, VA
Time: 9 p.m.
Event Link: www.freddiesbeachbar.com

WICKED NEW YEAR’S EVE EVENT
Dance the night away with your favorite all-female party band, Wicked Jezabel. This NYE event will be hosted at a live-music venue called JV’s Restaurant in Falls Church, VA. Tickets are $40 and include hot appetizers, party favors, swag bags and champagne toast at midnight. 5% of tickets sales will benefit Military Walking Dogs. There is also a special hotel discount for all confirmed guests ($89 per night).

Location: JV’s Restaurant, 6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church, VA
Time: 9 p.m.
Event Link: http://www.wickedjezabel.com/

 

Washington, D.C.

2016 NYE DUPONT GLITTER BALL
Break from tradition & ring in 2016 with paint, messiness, glitter & champagne. Not only can guests paint and glitter bomb their own canvas but there will be a large group canvas where people can paint and write their New Years resolutions, all culminating in a midnight champagne toast. Guests will be treated to hors d’oeuvres and have the option to order creative cocktails, champagne, wine and beer from the bar or choose our 2.5HR open bar package for unlimited house white, red and sparkling wines, beer and creative cocktails from 10PM – 12:30AM. Packages start at $65.

Location: ArtJamz, 1728 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, D.C.
Time: 8 p.m.
Event Link: http://artjamzdc.com/2016-new-years-eve-glitter-ball/

BRIGHT LIGHTS AND HARLEM NIGHTS NEW YEAR’S GALA
Join LezLink for their first annual New Year’s Eve Gala with a “Bright Nights and Harlem Nights” theme. The elegant black tie and 1920s attire themed event will pay homage to the Harlem Renaissance. The evening will include music & dancing, live entertainment, burlesque performances, tobacco and nicotine-free e-hookah pens, and a chance to walk the red carpet. Your $45 ticket gets you all of this including a champagne toast at midnight. However, if you’re feeling really swanky, a $95 tickets also includes delicious hor d’oeuvres and a $150 VIP ticket includes all the above plus open bar. In addition, everyone will leave with a swag bag.

Organizers are insisting all guests come in their finest festive attire. This includes 1920s inspired outfits, black tie wear, cocktail dresses, and suits with bowties. If you need more information you can check out their style inspiration board.

Location: CRU, 1847 Columbia Rd. NW, Washington, D.C.
Time: 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1502493756716428/

NELLIE’S NEW YEAR’S EVE PRESENTED BY ABOLUT VODKA
Join Nellie’s Sports Bar and DJ Lemz for their annual NYE party. The organizers encourage you to eat, drink, and make a “Nellie Resolution”. This is a free event that includes a complimentary champagne toast, party favors, and $3 Nellie beer and house vodka till 10 p.m.

Location: Nellie’s Sports Bar, 900 U St. NW, Washington, D.C.
Time: 4 p.m. – 4 a.m.
Event Link: http://www.nelliessportsbar.com/event/new-years-eve-presented-by-absolut-vodka/

NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH
Known as the biggest NYE bash in D.C., Town Danceboutique continues their annual NYE tradition on December 31. The night starts off with the Ladies of Town Drag Show followed by music and dancing by DJ Drew G and DJ Ed Bailey. In addition, the night will feature a special performance on the main stage by the Ladies of Town. Tickets are now on sale for $20 before December 25. This is a 21+ event.

Location: Town Danceboutique, 2009 8th St. NW, Washington, D.C.
Time: 9 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Event Link: http://www.towndc.com/events/12-31-2015_NEW_YEARS_EVE

NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE BALL
Don your favorite mask and embrace the mystery of the most unique venue in the world when you ring in the New Year at The Mansion on O Street! Dance, mingle & explore their themed rooms and secret doors. This free event includes a DJ, a chocolate fountain, a kissing booth, a treasure hunt with prizes, complimentary champagne toast, a big screen TV to watch the ball drop, and cash bar.

Location: The Mansion on O Street, 2020 O St. NW, Washington, D.C.
Time: 10 p.m.
Event Link: https://www.omansion.com/nye

NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE BALL AT W
Join W Washington DC for a New Year’s Eve to remember. Dance to the best beats of D.C.’s most sought after DJs spinning throughout the night and ring in the New Year with a champagne toast at midnight. Tickets are available through POVRooftop.com. Early bird tickets are $75, after December 14, tickets will be $90.

Location: W Hotel, 515 15th St. NW, Washington, D.C.
Time: 8 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Event Link: POVRooftop.com

NEW YEAR’S WOMEN’S PARTY
On Thursday, December 31, join women from all over the Washington, D.C. area for an epic New Year’s Eve party that is sure to never disappoint. Your $10 cover includes a complimentary glass of champagne. This event is 21+ with a cash only bar

Location: Phase 1, 525 8th St. SE, Washington, D.C.
Time: 8:30 p.m. – 3:00 a.m.
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1665441740392242/

SPIRIT NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER CRUISE
Say goodbye to 2015 and bring in the New Year aboard Spirit Cruises with dancing, food and fun. Your ticket includes delicious dining, music & dancing, and platinum bar package cocktails.

Location: Spirit Cruises, 600 Water St. SW, Washington, D.C.
Time: 8 p.m.
Event Link: http://www.spiritcruises.com/washington-dc/cruises/specialty/new-years-eve-dinner

TOWN TAVERN NYE 2016
Town Tavern in Adams Morgan is hosting their annual Tavern NYE Party with open bar options and party favors. This party gives guests three package options. The $50 silver package includes a two hour open bar (9pm – 11pm). The $80 gold package includes an extended open bar until midnight. The $125 platinum package includes open bar until 2 a.m. Guests are required to come in cocktail/party attire.

Location: Town Tavern, 2323 18th St NW, Washington, D.C.
Time: 9 p.m.
Event Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/town-tavern-new-years-eve-2016-tickets-19730566656

UNLEASHED DC’S LADIES NYE 2016 MASQUERADE AFFAIR
A2Zee, MadMax, MIMSOL, Onyx Entertainment, and TMS are coming together again for an epic NYE celebration. The masquerade style event will have complimentary Effen Vodka from 10 p.m. – 11 p.m., a full buffet, a champagne toast at midnight, and music & dancing all night long. General admission is $20 with an option for VIP tickets for two at $150.

Location: Touche Nightclub, 1123 H St. NE, Washington, D.C.
Time: 10 p.m.
Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/493898637438553/

 

January 1

DC CENTER’S NEW YEAR’S DAY APPRECIATION BRUNCH
Washington, D.C.’s LGBTQ center invites you to spend New Year’s Day with friends and community members. This is an opportunity for the organization to say thank you to all friends, supporters, and volunteers for a wonderful year. Brunch starts at 11:30 a.m. and guests are encouraged to stick around, socialize, and play games.

Location: The DC Center, 2000 14th St. NW, Ste. 105, Washington, D.C.
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Event Link: http://www.thedccenter.org/blog/2015/12/new-years-day-appreciation-brunch.html

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