(For a list of New Year’s Eve 2018 options go here.)

While 2016 really needs to be kicked to the curb, we are trepidatious about jumping into the great unknown of Trump’s first year as president. Perhaps all we can do at this point is cross our fingers and have a silly good time on New Year’s Eve 2017. For those looking for something to do in New York City, we’ve come up with a list of parties and shows we consider to be the best of the lot. We tried to stay clear of the super pricey stuff, although we did throw a couple in that we thought would be worthy. In the mix you’ll find an immersive Parisian soiree, a no-cover party in Williamsburg with DJ Andy Rourke (the Smiths) and free vodka, Rubulad’s Y2K Flashback, Thurston Moore, and more. In addition to those below, you may also want to think about paying last respects to Elvis Guesthouse, Cake Shop and Brooklyn bar Daddy’s, all three venues are saying so long at the end of 2016.

PARTY: 10th Annual New York Night Train New Years Ball!
If you’re on a soul seeking mission this New Year’s Eve, then we suggest heading to Home Sweet Home for Jonathan Toubin’s annual banger. Now in its 10th year, Toubin’s farewell to 2016/hello to 2017 celebration features live performances by female rock n’ roll-punk band Baby Shakes, Breanna Barbara, and MALA VISTA, as well as tunes curated by Toubin, Josh Styles, Todd-O-Phonic Todd (WFMU), Reyes Rodriguez (Norton Records), and more. Plus, those around at midnight will enjoy a free champagne toast.
Home Sweet Home, 131 Chrystie St, Frnt 1, New York, New York 10002
9pm-4am
Free before 10pm, $10 ($5 after bands)

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MUSIC: Peelander-Z, Toranavox, GunFight!
Usher in 2017 with Japanese action comic punk band Peelander-Z. As the story goes, the members hail from planet Peelander, and are known to incorporate human bowling, wrestling, kung-fu and funny dance moves into their rousing musical performances. Brooklyn-based hard rock duo Toranavox, and party band GunFight! are also on the bill.
Sunnyvale, 1031 Grand St, Brooklyn, New York 11211
7pm
Tickets: $15

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PARTY: Mister New Year’s Eve
Eamon Harkin and Justin Carter, the dynamic duo behind the legendary Mister parties, are throwing one of their back-to-basics dance shindigs in a cosy loft space in Brooklyn off the L train. Expect excellent sound and a cell phone-free dance floor.
Secret loft
10pm
Tickets: $45

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MUSIC: NYE: Antwon, Show Me The Body, Machine Girl & More
This all ages show/party at a secret location in Brooklyn is looking pretty sweet. It features LA rapper Antwon who is still flying off of the release of EP Double Ecstasy. Also on the bill punk band Show Me The Body, Machine Girl, SLUMS and more. No BYOB.
Tickets: $15 ADV // $20 AT DOOR
LOCATION RELEASED TO TICKET HOLDERS DAY OF SHOW

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CLEANSING: Super-Special, Semi-Secular, Pop-up Gondoala Confessional
Head into 2017 absolved of any questionable decisions you may have made in 2016. Pastor Amy Kienzle of the Park Church Co-op will be setting up a pop-up booth at Diamond Bar on New Year’s Eve to take last-minute confessions.
Diamond Bar, 43 Franklin Street, Brooklyn, NY
9pm-11:45pm
Free

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COMEDY: The Naked Show
A group of very brave comedians perform stand up in the nude at this very special New Year’s Eve show. Talk about an evening you’ll never forget.
The Creek and The Cave, 10-93 Jackson, Long Island City, NY 11101
11:30pm
Tickets: $20 adv, $30 at the door

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PARTY: New Year’s Eve Party at Con Artist Collective
Let your creative side hang out at this party hosted by the Con Artist Collective at their East Village space. Currently on view in Con Artist’s gallery, Break the Internet, a group show inspired by social media buzz, viral hashtags and general internet things.
Con Artist Collective, 119 Ludlow Street, New York, NY 10002
7pm
No cover with RSVP or $10 at the door

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MUSIC: The Greatest New Year’s Party Ever 2017! F#CK 2016!
Brooklyn Bazaar is throwing a teenage house party complete with a live sets by Titus Andronicus, High Waisted and Toys in Trouble, as well as DJ performances by Michael T, Dirtyfinger, Cousin Cole and more. This one should be off the hook and potentially crowded. Get there early if you want to get a good spot for the bands.
Brooklyn Bazaar, 150 Greenpoint Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11222
9pm
Tickets: $40 in adv, $50 at the door

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FIREWORKS: New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Prospect Park: 150th Celebration
What’s New Year’s Eve without fireworks? Prospect Park should have a stellar display this year as it serves as the kick off for the Park’s 150th anniversary. In addition to the free light show, there will be free hot chocolate and entertainment starting at 11pm.
Grand Army Plaza at Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NY
11pm
Free (RSVP optional)

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PARTY: NYE at Night of Joy
Andy Rourke of The Smiths soundtracks this no-cover affair at cosy Williamsburg bar Night of Joy. It appears Reyka vodka is ponying up for open bar from 10pm-10:30pm.
Night of Joy, 667 Lorimer St., Brooklyn, NY 11211(at the corner of Meeker Ave)
Free

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PARTY: JunXion & Paper Factory present: Reset NYE
JunXion is throwing another soiree at Paper Factory. Guests are invited to be reborn this New Year’s Eve in the rooms and hallways of the former paper mill-turned industrial-chic hotel. Each room will be inspired by a different musical vibe. Groove to deep house in the Get Down room, or let your body pulse to global bass beats in the JunXion. There will also be a New Orleans brass band, tropical tunes and more. Also on the menu: aerialists, burlesque, a contortionist, art, and body painting by Zen Koz. Costumes encouraged.
Paper Factory Hotel, 37-06 36th St, Long Island City 11101
9pm-4am
Tickets: $40-$70

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PARTY: Rubulad Presents Y2K Flashback!
Those underground party savants at Rubulad are taking revelers back to the beginning of the millennium this New Year’s Eve. With Trump entering the White House in the coming weeks, perhaps looking back at another time when everyone thought the world was going to end and didn’t will be therapeutic. Plus, partying like it’s 1999 is an excellent homage to the late great Prince. On the party’s music menu are performances by Friend Roulette, Preachermann and the Revival, Les San Culottes, and Morricone Youth, in addition to DJ sets by Reaganomics, Porkchop, Mekristo and more. Other accoutrements include champagne toast, G Scopitronic’s Non Stop Film Fest, Eat Your Heart Out Sing-a-long hosted by Vendetta Doe, tarot card readings, and a silent disco. Period costumes encouraged.
8:00 pm doors; 9:00 pm show
Tickets: $30 before 9pm, $20 after performances end $40 otherwise.
This is an RSVP Only Event. Address with RSVP to rubulad@outlook.com. Pls. Leave your name (s) and no. of guests

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PARTY: Tiki Disco NYE Party
Dance yourself silly with the Tiki Disco gang this New Year’s Eve. Expect a mix of classics, new disco beats, house freaks and more. Plus, food by Nhà Minh.
The Well, 272 Meserole Street, Brooklyn, NY
10pm
Tickets: $30-$50

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PARTY: Glitterballnyc NYE 2017: Patrick Russell / Willie Burns / Amourette / Maroje / Facets
Looking for a serious dance party this New Year’s Eve, then Glitterballnyc’s all ages gathering at Trans-Pecos is worth investigation. The avant Ridgewood-dwelling music venue hosts a lineup of folks who are connoisseur of the dancefloor. In the mix you’ll find The Bunker’s Patrick Russell, The Trilogy Tapes’ Willie Burns, Remedy’s Maroje T & Amourette, and Facets.
Trans-Pecos, 915 Wyckoff Avenue, New York
10pm
Tickets: $20-$25

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MUSIC: DIIV, Palm, Honduras & DJ Samantha Urbani
2016 was a pretty good year for DIIV. The Zachary Cole Smith-led trance-inducing indie rock project mounted a tremendous comeback with the release sophomore LP Is the Is Are on February 5. The group then spent a majority of the year touring the globe in support. But they are back in New York City now to keep up the tradition of ringing in the New Year with a show. This year, Smith and crew are playing Villain with Palm and Honduras, along with Samantha Urbani manning the DJ booth. Also promised, a champagne toast and top-secret countdown host.
Villain, 50 N3 3rd St | Williamsburg, Brooklyn
9pm
Tickets: $30-$40
20+

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PARTY: All Systems Go NYE Party
Artist RAE BK and hip hop pioneer DJ Kool Herc are teaming up for a New Year’s Eve happening. There will be art, music and open bar courtesy of Braven Brewing, Tito’s Vodka, and Wolffer Estate Vineyard. Plus, at midnight RAE BK will be raffling off a framed artwork.
99 Bowery, New York, NY 10002
9pm-2am
$85

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MUSIC: The Black Lips
Garage rockers The Black Lips will be heating things up at Baby’s All Right this New Year’s Eve. Also on the bill, PMS & the Moodswings, Daisy Glaze, Winstons, and Chances With Wolves, who is DJing the after show.
Baby’s All Right, 146 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY, 11211
Tickets: $49.99 (free tito’s & Bayou Rum, 8pm-10, while supplies last)

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MUSIC: Caveman, Dirty Fences, Bob Mann & Rolling Thunder
Indie rock group Caveman are playing an intimate show this New Year’s Eve at East Village music venue Berlin. Also joining in are garage rockers Dirty Fences, Bob Mann & Rolling Thunder of Hector’s Pets.
Berlin – NYC, 25 Avenue A, New York, NY, 10009
8pm
Tickets: $20

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MUSIC: NYE at The Stone
If you just want to get lost in experimental jams this NYE then The Stone, John Zorn’s not-for-profit performance space in the East Village, is where it’s at. At 8pm, Thurston Moore leads a quartet that is rounded out by John Zorn, Ikue Mori, and Okkyung Lee. At 11pm, Bill Laswell, Milford Graves and John Zorn team up for something akin to musical fireworks.
The Stone, Avenue C and 2nd street
Shows at 8pm & 11pm
8pm – $30, 11pm – $40 (tickets available at the door)

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PERFORMANCE: Sandra Bernhard Presents SANDRA MONICA BLVD: Coast to Coast
Jabbing at Hollywood, politics, and contemporary culture for over 40 years, shockertainer Sandra Bernhard returns to Joe’s Pub to send out the old and ring in the new. This year, Bernhard’s brings her new traveling show “Sandra Monica Blvd: Coast to Coast” to the downtown venue. Accompanied by a band, Bernhard delivers a wicked blend of theatrics, stand-up and cabaret, touching on such hot topics as the presidential election, Taylor Swift’s squad, Tom Jones and more. This one is a little pricey, but Bernhard is worth it. She’ll be performing two sets on New Year’s Eve.
Joe’s Pub, 425 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 10003
9pm & 11pm
Tickets: $150 & $200

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PARTY: CLUB GLOW
Bask in the club glow at Knockdown Center this New Year’s Eve. Hosted by illuminati of the queer culture nightlife scene, this rager features a live performance by Katie Got Bandz, and DJ sets by artist and nightlife impresario Juliana Huxtable, LE1F, De Se, Scraaatch, Antwan Duncan and more. Party guests will include Maya Mones, Helen Harris, Marie Karlberg, Oscar Nñ, House of Ladosha, and Nicky Ottav.
Knockdown Center, 52-19 Flushing Avenue
10pm
Tickets: $20 early bird, $25 presale, $30 door
21+

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PARTY: A Starvue New Year
The Starvue gang are throwing one of their signature dance parties this New Year’s Eve. The party starters are billing their affair as being devoid of high cover charges, long lines, overpriced drinks and distorted sound. Rather they seek to offer a safe and friendly environment where a mix of classic disco, nu-disco and house is mixed by way of a Bozak Cma 10-2DL and pumped through a killer sound system. CecilB & Jon Martin will be manning the decks.
Location: TBA
Tickets: $15 for first 25 advance tickets, $20 after, and more at the door, provided tickets are available
or Email RSVP: starvue234@gmail.com

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PARTY: Club Mission NYE
Artists, drag queens and more will be on the menu at this New Year’s shindig which goes down at Danny Bowien’s Chinese-inspired restaurant in the Lower East Side. Pictureplane, JX Cannon, and Lemon Verbena will be DJing throughout the night with other performers including Quay Dash, Macy Rodman, and Xhosa. One hour open bar sponsored by Material Vodka and free champagne toast at midnight.
Mission Chinese, 171 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002
9:30pm
Tickets: $30-$50

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PARTY: OWL New Year’s Eve Rooftop Party
Our Wicked Lady, the Bushwick bar known for its awesome rooftop space, is throwing together a little Sixpoint-sponsored shindig this NYE that features sounds by NAR, HD & Ynfynyt Scroll and food by nhà minh. The rooftop area will be heated for the occasion.
Our Wicked Lady, 153 Morgan Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11237
10pm
$5 Cover

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PARTY: A Very Haunted New Year’s Pinball Eve
Ring in the new year at a secret pinball parlor/bar in Greenpoint. Champagne toast at midnight and a dance contest are promised. DJ OJ and Nick Gazin man the DJ booth at this no cover shindig.
Sunshine Laundromat and Pinball, 860 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, New York 11222
10pm
Free

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PARTY: Dances of Vice: Parisian Follies – New Year’s Eve 2017
Shien Lee and her nostalgia-loving crew at Dances of Vice have a grande spectacle planned this New Year’s Eve that celebrates Paris’ Golden Age, from the 1890s Belle Époque to the vibrant 1920s Années folles. This soiree will serve up many Parisian delights, “from opera to vaudeville and can can girls”. It goes down at the palatial, Versailles-inspired Grand Prospect Hall. Dress code is opulence and Parisian hedonism.
Grand Prospect Hall, 263 Prospect Ave, Brooklyn, 11215
Party 10pm, Dinner 8pm-10pm
Tickets: $75 & up

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PARTY: Ova the Rainbow : Dagger X OVA NYE
With hosts like Woahmone, Raul De Nieves, Jacolby Satterwhite, gage of the boone and Avory Agony you know you’re in for a mind-expanding, wild ride. DJs for this party include Octo Octa, Amber Valentine, Lauren Flax, Donnatella, and Ne/Re/A. It will likely be the place to be for the wee hours reveling.
The Dreamhouse, 10-22 Wyckoff Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385
11pm-7am
$5 off all night if you’re turning a LOOK^^^^^, $15 Before 11:30pm, $20 After, $25 After 3am