A comprehensive guide to New Year’s Eve parties across the Vail Valley
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Following fireworks in Vail, Beaver Creek and Gypsum, there’s no wrong way to ring in the new year in our valley. While there are plenty of extravagant ways to close out 2023, there are also places for low-key fun to kick off 2024. Here is an updated version of the New Year’s parties listed in Friday’s “Tricia’s Weekend Picks” article, including additions by assistant editor Sean Naylor and former assistant editor Ross Leonhart.
Altitude Bar & Grill
Known for hosting some of the most unforgettable parties in Vail (and a premier place to watch sports), Altitude Bar & Grill is bringing in legendary local DJ Stennor, providing electrifying beats, great vibes and a night full of memories. Tickets are $20.
Archetype Distillery
Join the fun at the newest hot spot in Vail, Archetype Distillery in the Sitzmark Lodge along the Gore Creek in Vail Village, and ring in 2024. Enjoy charcuterie boards and a New Year’s toast featuring the signature Sitz Spritz drink. The party will go from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. on New Year’s Eve. There is a $75 minimum spend and no reservations are necessary. Learn more at ArchetypeDistillery.com.
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Bridge Street Bar
A Vail staple, Bridge Street Bar is charging $150 for their New Year’s Eve party which includes an open bar until midnight, Champagne toast, live music and DJs (with bottle service also available).
Chasing Rabbits
The spirit of Studio 54 will be channeled at Chasing Rabbits with their own Studio CR for this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration. Time to find your disco attire and wear those bell bottoms, feathers and anything that sparkles. Enjoy DJs, drag queens, disco dancers, mirror ladies, magicians and more. To purchase tickets or a VIP table, which includes tickets and champagne, visit ChasingRabbitsVail.com.
DECA + BOL
Ring in the new year at DECA at Solaris, starting with a surf and turf four-course dinner with seatings between 5 and 7 p.m. The cost is $175 for adults and $100 for kids 12 and younger. After dinner, DECA will also host the Galactic Groove New Year’s Eve Party for the 21+ crowd with DJ sets hosted by ETHNO Jeff Franca of Thievery Corporation and Sunnfors. General admission tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite. VIP seating and bowling packages can be purchased by contacting Cat Waller at cat@decabolvail.com.
The Fitz
Stop by The Fitz at Manor Vail Lodge in Vail near the base of Golden Peak for New Year’s Eve fun. Dance to DJ NoizeyxFLO, champagne toast at midnight, drinks specials, game room with pool, darts and shuffleboard. No cover charge.
Garfinkel’s
Party slope side in Lionshead at Garfinkel’s this New Year’s Eve with DJ P Rock. The party starts at 9 p.m. with last call at 12:30 a.m. $100 gets you in the door and gets you drinks (shots not included) appetizers and a little bubbly. Tickets must be purchased in advance and this is for those 21 years of age and older with a valid I.D.
Larkspur
At the base of Golden Peak, Larkspur Events & Dining will be helping you ring in 2024 with a luxurious buffet, dancing and more. At this annual event, guests can expect an exquisite and elegant spread of lobster, wagyu beef, foie gras, caviar, fruits de mer and more with dancing after dinner service. All guests are encouraged to wear elegant winter white, gold and black attire. There will be a dinner and party ticket ($595, starting at 8 p.m.) and then a general admission party ticket for just the dancing portion later in the evening ($245, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.) with DJ O spinning your favorite dance tunes. Party favors, a confetti countdown toast and complimentary valet at the venue round out the evening. For details, go to EventBrite.com or call 970-754-8050.
La Tour
La Tour Restaurant and Bar is featuring a multi-course, prix fixe menu with different pricing levels to fit your needs and time frame. The Silver Seating is on the earlier end of the evening with seating times at 5 and 5:15 p.m. for a three course prix fixe menu for $150 per person. The Gold Seating is at 6:45, 7 and 7:15 and includes a five course prix fixe menu and party favors for $275 per person. The Platinum Seating is at 9:45, 10, 10:15, 10:30 p.m. and includes a five course prix fixe menu and party favors for $299 per person. Reach out to La Tour for available times and reservations.
Mango’s
Rock in the New Year with Town Calvary at Mango’s in Red Cliff. $55 gets you in the door with three sets of music with this band that features fan favorites like Johnny Schleper, Rob Eaton, Jr., Todd Smallie and Mark Levy. The Turtle Bus will be providing free transportation. Pick ups will be at Bob’s Place in Avon at 6:30 to 6:45 p.m. and at the Vail Transportation Center at 7 to 7:15 p.m. and at Magusto’s at 7:20 to 7:30 p.m. and will leave Mango’s at 12:45 a.m. Call for more information, 970-827-9109. Tickets are $55.
Minturn Saloon
The Minturn Saloon is ringing in the new year with two offerings, a multi-course dinner and a dance party. The New Year’s Eve Dinner will start at 8 p.m. Tickets are $175 per person and include a champagne toast. The second part of the night will be the dance party with the tables being moved to the side to make room for those movin’ and shakin’ with lights and incredible sounds of the DJ music. Pre-sale tickets to this are $50. To learn more, check out The Minturn Saloon on Instagram.
The Rose
Want to get funky one last time in 2023? The Rose in Edwards is celebrating the new year with the grooviest beats by Ramona, bringing the energy of the hit ’70s TV show, “Soultrain.” Tickets cost $65, and include a Champagne toast, welcome cocktail, passed appetizers and drink specials all night long.
Route 6 Cafe
Gather around the dance floor for some sing-a-longs and dancing at Route 6 Cafe with the Vail Valley Band. This trio, which consists of Don Watson, Beth Swearingen and Peter Fontanese, has been a fan favorite of valley locals since they started playing together in 1995. The motto on the band’s website reads, “You Name It, We Play It” and they have a full library of content to pull from, whether it is classic rock, pop, folk, jazz or country, they’ll play what the audience wants to hear. Tickets are $100 and includes a three-course buffet that will be served all night, two drinks, a champagne toast and dancing. The event starts at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information, go to EventBrite.
Shakedown Bar
Join Scott Rednor as he welcomes the Shakedown Funky Family Band for a festive live performance featuring the talents of Eddie Roberts of New Mastersounds, Benny Bloom of Lettuce, Adam Macdougal of The Black Crowes, Kramer Kelling and Brian Loftus. Tickets range from general admission starting at $160 to a table for two if you want a place to sit and place your drinks for $420 or the VIP section for 10 people for $2,500. Doors open at 9 p.m. and the live music typically starts 60-90 minutes after that. Go to ShakedownBarVail.com for more details.
Second Street Tavern
Down in Eagle, the Second Street Tavern is offering a New Year’s Eve party with no cover with Eagle County local band Trees Don’t Move. The party starts at 9 p.m. and is for ages 18+ only.
Stoke & Rye
Ring in 2024 with a decadent New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner at Stoke & Rye at The Westin Riverfront. The evening will be priced at $135 per person for adults and $40 per person for kids ages 5 to 12, with an optional wine pairing available. After dinner, join the festive party in The Westin Riverfront’s Lookout Lobby Bar featuring live local music and a 10 p.m. balloon drop and champagne toast. For more information or to make a reservation, please visit StokeandRye.com or call 970-790-5500.
Vendetta’s
Vendetta’s isn’t just a pizza joint, they have a full menu and will be ringing in the New Year with a set four-course meal on Sunday from 5 to 10 p.m. for $120 per person. After dinner, DJ Krusher Jones will spin tunes from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. for $30 per person. Champagne toast at midnight. Get reservations and learn more at info@vendettasvail.com.
These popular spots have kept relatively quiet regarding their specific New Year’s Eve plans, but are nonetheless recommended stops as the ball drops.
- Vail Brewing Co.: While VBC doesn’t have anything planned in particular for New Year’s Eve, the local brewery and hangout spot (with locations in EagleVail and Vail Village) will be open on Sunday night. Typically the earliest to close in this group, you may want to start your night here before moving to other places in this list.
- Loaded Joe’s: A coffee shop and local breakfast favorite by morning turns into a nightlife hub by night in Avon. Loaded Joe’s is open from 7 a.m. to 2 a.m. every day. (Have you been to karaoke night there yet?)
- Ein Prosit: Next door to Loaded Joe’s, Ein Prosit is planning to stay open through midnight on New Year’s Eve, with no cover.
- Bob’s Place: One of the best places in the valley to watch sports, Bob’s Place in Avon tends to be pretty tame on New Year’s Eve, but will be open until 2 a.m. with no cover.
- The George: We ask it all winter: “See you at The George?” Say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024 at The George, which will be selling tickets to manage the crowd and will be open until 2 a.m.
- Brush Creek Saloon: A downvalley favorite, the Brush Creek Saloon in Eagle is a dependable stop for late-night celebrations.
Safe rides home
Wherever your New Year’s Eve plans take you, make sure you have a plan for a safe ride home. The ECO Transit buses, in-town shuttles and Vail routes can be a good option. There are taxi services available as well as Uber and Lyft.
If you are ringing in 2024 in Avon, take advantage of Avon Transit’s free Tipsy Taxi service on New Year’s Eve, offering passengers a free ride home within town limits between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. Look for a white, 12-passenger van with the Avon logo. You can also contact the driver directly at 970-390-7848 to get a ride anywhere within town limits. Leave a message for call back as they may be pretty busy that night. More information and a list of stops is available online at Avon.org/TipsyTaxi.
