It’s almost time for 2015 to end its reign and pass the crown over to 2016. And, unlike this year’s Miss Universe pageant, we expect it to go off without a hitch. For those looking to do a little something, something in New York City on New Year’s Eve, we’ve put together a curated list of offerings. In the mix you’ll find an immersive James Bondesque, casino-themed party hosted by Gemini & Scorpio and Rubulad, a comedy show where the comedians bare all, a no-cover party with free vodka in Williamsburg, and more. See you on the other side.

NY Night Train 2016 NEW YEARS BALL: rock show and all-night dance party
Soul-tripping super hero Jonathan Toubin would like you to join him for a music-filled wee-hour soiree in his favorite downtown hang, Home Sweet Home. The festivities include performances by psych-garage rockers Mystery Lights, Toronto’s Milk Lines, surfin’ girl group P.M.S. and the Mood Swings, and Art Gray Noizz Quintet, as well as tunes curated by Toubin and Josh Styles and a free champagne toast at midnight. If you’re looking for a dance party that doesn’t break the bank, we suggest hitting up this legendary funathon. It’s free before 10pm and $10 after.
Thursday, December 31, 8pm – ???
Home Sweet Home, 131 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002
Free before 10pm, $10 after

G&S and Rubulad NYE: The Casino Battle Royale
Two of New York City’s best party agents, Gemini & Scorpio and Rubulad, are teaming up for a cold war-era, casino-themed affair. Hobnob with spies, politicians, celebrities and more while playing roulette, sipping on martinis, and ogling go go girls at this immersive party experience which goes down in a 10,000 sq ft, two-floor, unexplored space. The ground floor is being decked out as a psychedelic nightclub, while the upstairs is where you’ll find the casino with a space for live entertainment. There’s also a secret lair a couple blocks away that you’ll gain access to if you have your spy game on. The dress code for the evening is Classic Bond, glam 1960s-70s, international intrigue, Spy vs Spy, or Archer. Cocktail or formal attire required if you opt to not go in costume.
Thursday, December 31, 9pm-5am (8pm for VIP)
600 Degraw St, Brooklyn, NY 11217
$35-$75

The Beginning of Everything: New Year’s Eve at House of YES
The wait is finally over. After having to vacate their beloved space on Maujer in 2013, House of YES have been hard at work raising money and fixing up their new legit space at 2 Wyckoff Avenue. They’ve held a few events there over the last few months, but New Year’s Eve is the performing arts space’s official grand opening. They have much planned for the evening including a show featuring live jazz, fire and scantily clad damsels, a dance party, and an after hours. Tickets for the show and dance party are currently sold out, but you can give their Facebook a try for people trying to sell off tickets last minute.
Thursday, December 31, 7pm – until late
House of YES, 2 Wyckoff Avenue, Brooklyn
$20-$75

You Are So Lucky New Year’s Eve
You Are So Lucky are following up their epic Halloween soiree with a magical New Year’s Eve Party to remember. The festivities go down in a 75,000 sq. ft., four-story abandoned school and adjacent manor house that has been outfitted with ritual and performance. Expect fire, dancing, music, champagne, and plenty of surprises. Transportation is included.
Thursday, December 31, 7pm-4am
Secret location
$99-$144

The Naked Show
Comedians perform stand up in the nude at this very special New Year’s Eve show. Talk about an evening you’ll probably never forget.
Thursday, December 31, midnight
The Creek and The Cave, 10-93 Jackson, Long Island City, NY 11101
$30

808 New Years Eve
In honor of New Year’s Eve, Built by MeanRed is putting together a Detroit-style dance party at the Sugar Hill Disco in Brooklyn. Flying in for the occasion are Kai Alcé, Andrés, Rick Wilhite and Flo Real, all of Moodymann’s Mahogani Music. In addition to some sweat-inducing dance floor vibes, there will be open well bar from 9pm-10pm, a champagne toast at midnight, and food (fried chicken, greens and sides) available for purchase ($10). Also promised, a surprise dj set by a living legend.
Thursday, December 31, 9pm
Sugar Hill Disco, 609 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
$25-$65

NYE @ Night Of Joy with Dee Dee & Brandon
You don’t usually find a no cover party with good music and free booze on New Year’s Eve, but that’s exactly what Night of Joy has on tap. The Williamsburg lounge will be pouring free Reyka Vodka from 11pm-11:30pm and 4am-4:30am, and Dee Dee of Dum Dum Girls and her husband Brandon of Crocodiles are serving up the tunes.
Thursday, December 31, 5pm – whenever
Night of Joy, 667 Lormier Street, Brooklyn, NY
Free

BangOn!NYC presents: New Year’s Eve 2016 “Time & Space”
If a blow out in Bushwick tickles your New Year’s Eve fancy, we recommend hitting up BangOn!NYC’s soiree. The mavens of mayhem have been in the business of party planning for a few year’s now, and really have the massive multi-faceted fete thing down pat now. This New Year’s Eve they’re taking over a never-before-seen 30,000 square-foot warehouse with 30ft ceilings and are setting up 2 stages, a silent disco, art installations and more. In addition to DJ sets by the likes of Brenmar, Infuse, Tony Quattro, and Dirtybird’s Justin Martin and Kill Frenzy, expect art cars, 3D projection mapping, live painting, Cyber Time Traveler Performances by Team Kitty Koalition, tarot readings, a rocket launch at midnight and other mind-bending treats. There’s nothing like a spectacular cosmic hoedown BangOn!NYC style to ring in the new.
Thursday, December 31st. 9pm-5am
485 Johnson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
$64.29–$159.24

NYE at Pioneer Works with Holy Ghost!, Nancy Whang (DFA), Teachers, Derrick Adams, Hannah Lucia, DJ Aku
For those with a little cash to spend, Pioneer Works is serving up a hip, arty all-inclusive party this New Year’s Eve. Hosted by the likes of Mickalene Thomas, D Prosper, and Flaviana Matata, this Red Hook dweller features a DJ sets by Holy Ghost!, Nancy Whang and DJ AKU, a rare live performance by Teachers, a conceptual art performance by Derrick Adams and more. Food truck fare, beer, wine and cocktails are included.
Thursday, December 31, 8pm-3am
Pioneer Works, 159 Pioneer St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
$159.24

DIIV, Tamaryn, Special Surprise Guest
2016 could very well be the year of DIIV. Zachary Cole Smith and his musical crew are set to release their sophomore LP Is the Is Are via Captured Tracks on February 5. And, based on the sounds of leaked singles “Under the Sun”, “Dopamine”, and “Bent (Roi’s Song)”, the new record doesn’t find the indie rocker deviating too far from the sonic goodness found on his critically acclaimed 2011 debut Oshin. Smith appears to enjoy ringing in the New Year with a show. For NYE 2014, he got his crew together to play Baby’s All Right, and last year, he scored a coveted spot on Glasslands’ NYE/final show bill. This year, DIIV plays Bowery Ballroom with psych-pop goddess Tamaryn and a special surprise guest.
Thursday, December 31, 8:30pm
Bowery Ballroom, 6 Delancey Street, New York, NY
$40

NYE at The Stone
Fans of experimental music are sure to find solace this NYE at The Stone, John Zorn’s not-for-profit performance space in the East Village. At 8pm, John Zorn is joined by a talented crew, including Ikue Mori, Cyro Baptista, and Yeah Yeah Yeah’s Brian Chase, for a improvised set. At 10pm, Trigger with special guest Marc Ribot perform John Zorn’s Bagatelles by Night. Then come 11:30pm, the trio of Milford Graves, Marc Ribot and John Zorn take to the stage for what is sure to be something akin to musical fireworks.
Thursday, December 31, sets at 8pm, 10pm, 11:30pm
The Stone, Avenue C and 2nd Street
$20, $20, $40, no advance tickets

Secret Project Robot NYE Party
The crazy art-inspired kids at Secret Project Robot are throwing a free dance party this New Year’s Eve at their newly opened space Flowers for All Occasions. DJ Dog Dick will be manning the decks and expect a trippy light show to accompany. Free champagne toast at midnight and cheap drinks all night.
Thursday, December 31, 9pm until late
Flowers for All Occasions, 1114 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Free

The Surrealist Art Ball
This New Year’s Eve soiree is inspired by one of the most decadent parties of recent history, the Rothschild’s 1972 Surrealist Ball. If you want in, you’ll need to pony up a few bucks and dress over the top. Think Salvador Dali, Man Ray, Lady Gaga, Alexander McQueen, Jodorowski, Leigh Bowery, and Magritte. Cost of admission covers premium open bar from 9pm to 1am, and the entertainment which includes sounds by The Dolls, Andrew Andrew, Franco V, Alix Brown and Yosef Munro.
Thursday, December 31, 9pm until late
The Roxy, 2 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY
$149-$259 (Use code ROXYGUEST99 for $99 tickets)

Sandra Bernhard: Feel the Bernhard
Jabbing at Hollywood, politics, and contemporary culture since the 1970s, shockertainer Sandra Bernhard returns to Joe’s Pub to send out the old and ring in the new. Bernhard, who is now 60, but still as ferocious as ever, has a new show to share, “Feel the Bernhard”. Accompanied by a rock trio, Bernhard delivers a saucy blend of theatrics, stand-up and cabaret. This one is a little pricey, but Bernhard is worthy. She’ll be performing two sets on New Year’s Eve.
Thursday, December 31, 9pm & 11pm
Joe’s Pub, 425 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 10003
$150-$200

Free Ice Cream at The Museum of the City of New York
The Museum of the City of New York is upping their game this week by offering a free cup of Blue Marble Ice Cream with entry. If you haven’t been by to check out their Jacob A. Riis exhibit or their soon-to-be-closing show exploring the folk revival in New York City in the 1950s and 1960s, you may want to make your way over now.
Hours 10am-6pm. Free ice cream offer ends January 3. The museum is closed on New Year’s Day
The Museum of the City of New York, 1220 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10029
$14