If you still haven’t figured out how you’re going to ring in the New Year, here are a few events happening around the city. Whether you’re an introvert who wants to go out — on your terms — or a family of four who want to party together but still be in bed by 10 p.m., there’s something for everyone to do.
A Night at Studio 54
It’s the self-proclaimed biggest New Year’s Eve party in Indianapolis, and they say you can make the night anything you want it to be. Studio 54 has four DJs lined up to play everything from what’s trending at the top of the charts to soul music.
When: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: The Pavilion at Pan Am, 201 S. Capitol Ave.
Cost: Tickets start at $100 on Facebook
New Year’s Eve 2019 presented by Circle City Athletics (CCA)
This New Year’s Eve party is back for a fifth straight year, with a new specialty cocktail bar to get your drinks faster. DJ Cool Hand Lex and percussionist Joe Meltdown are playing live music.
When: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: The Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140 W. Washington St.
Cost: Tickets start at $120 on Eventbrite
New Year’s Eve for Introverts
Does the idea of going to a packed bar with loud music for New Year’s Eve make you sweat a little? Join other introverts and homebodies for a more low-key night of board and card games, finger foods and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic).
When: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: Three Carrots Fountain Square, 920 Virginia Ave.
Cost: $20 on Eventbrite
New Year’s Weekend Comedy Festival
No matter what 2018 threw your way, you can end the year laughing. Mike Epps, Sommore, Earthquake and more are teaming up for a comedy show to cap the year that was.
When: 7 p.m. Dec. 30
Where: Indiana Farmers Coliseum, 1202 E. 38th St.
Cost: Tickets start at $69 on StubHub
New Year’s Eve at Brothers
It’s like a normal party night at Brothers — except it’s New Year’s Eve. It’ll have food, drinks, dancing and a champagne toast.
When: 8 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: Brothers Downtown Indy, 255 S. Meridian St.
Cost: Free
NYE Family Fun Event
Looking for a New Year’s Eve event that’s more family friendly? Dave & Buster’s will have an appetizer buffet, build-your-own churro station, unlimited video games and a “special treat” for the kids.
When: 5 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: Dave & Buster’s, 8350 Castleton Corner Drive
Cost: $34 on Eventbrite
90s New Year’s Eve Party
Themed outfits aren’t required, but if you’re into that vibe, find your chokers and parachute pants because it’s a ‘90s party. There will be a themed photo booth and specialty themed punch.
When: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: Punch Bowl Social, 120 S. Meridian St.
Cost: Free
Countdown To Noon at The Children’s Museum
Are your kids too young to count down the New Year? At Countdown to Noon at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, children can listen to music from Grammy-nominated Zak Morgan, create paper time capsules to remember their 2018 and learn to say “Happy New Year” in many languages.
When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec 31
Where: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N Meridian St
Cost: Youth: $20.50, adult: $25.50, and senior: $24.25
ComedySportz New Year’s Eve Celebration
Want to be more spontaneous in 2019? Get some inspiration at the ComedySportz improv show. It’s a night of comedy you can take your family to.
When: 7:30 p.m., 10 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: CSz Indianapolis Theatre, 721 Massachusetts Ave.
Cost: $20 Per Match
Kim Waters at The Jazz Kitchen
Listen to Kim Waters, who Jazz Magazine calls “simply one of the planet’s best saxophonists” alive. Waters will be playing songs from his newest album.
When: 6-10 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N. College Ave.
Cost: $25-$75
