RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Whether you’re looking to party late into the night or for something family-friendly, the Richmond area offers a way for everyone to ring in the New Year.
We looked at dozens of events going on around town this year and picked a few that cater to a variety of preferences.
Whatever your do, have a safe and happy New Year!
This 21-and-over bash is sure to be a fun way to bring in the new year. There will be music, a light show, dancing, and a countdown into 2016. Alcohol and food will be for sale.
- When: December 31, 7 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.
- Where: VCU Siegle Center – 1200 W. Broad Street, Richmond, Va.
- How much: $20 early bird, $30 at the door, $50 VIP
Science Museum of Virginia New Year’s Eve
Ring in the “Noon” Year with your children at the Science Museum. Countdown to noon and watch the ball drop. There will also be science projects for your kids to participate in.
- When: December 31, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Where: 2500 W. Broad Street, Richmond, Va.
- How much: $10 for children and $11 for adults, members and active military get in free
This five-hour celebration at the Aloft Hotel in Glen Allen features a full cash bar with top-shelf products, a complimentary midnight champagne toast, party favors and more! Semi-formal attire is required.
- When: December 31, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Where: 3939 Duckling Dr, Glen Allen, VA 23060
- How much: $75 (includes admission, one drink ticket and access to complimentary buffet)
Simply Ballroom’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
Looking for an exciting night of heavy hors d’ouevre, music, dancing, midnight champagne toast, party favors, showcase routines and to watch the ball drop on the big screen!? Tickets $40/person in advance, $45 at the door. Seating by reservation only. Dress to impress!!
- When: December 31, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
- Where: Simply Ballroom – 3549 Courthouse Road Richmond, VA 23236
- How much: $40 per person in advance, $45 at the door
Ring in the New Year with 30,000 square feet of party space at Off the Hookah, including three DJs, six bars and 18 VIP sections. Tickets in advance are $20 and guarantee entry. Tickets at the door are $30. Ticket sales will stop 2 days prior to NYE.
- When: December 31, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Where: Off the Hookah, 140 Virginia Street. #200. Richmond, VA 23219
- How much: $20 in advance, $30 at the door. (Advanced ticket sales ends Tuesday!)
Looking for a night of dancing, interactive art, performance, fire, community, and much more? Party Liberation Front presents Decemberween 10: New Year’s Eve at Diversity Richmond.
- When: December 31, 8 p.m. to 4 a.m.
- Where: 1407 Sherwood Avenue, Richmond
- How much: $20 in advance; $30 at the door
Midnight in the Gardenof New Year’s Evil
Family-Friendly
Enjoy fun family activities all afternoon, including live music, a parade, crafts and much more, with the New Year’s Eve Family Frolic at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.
- When: December 31, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Where: 1800 Lakeside Avenue, Richmond, Va. 23228
New Year’s Bash at Children’s Museum of Richmond
This family-friendly celebration includes plenty of holiday activities, games and a countdown to noon followed by a juice-box toast.
- When: January 1, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Where: Children’s Museum of Richmond-Central, 2626 W. Broad St.; CMoR-Short Pump, 11800 W. Broad St. in Short Pump Town Center; and CMoR-Chesterfield, Winterpock Shopping Center, 6629 Lake Harbour Drive.
- How much: $8-$9
