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What's on and where on New Year's Eve

It's party time as revellers get ready to celebrate the dawning of the New Year.

Anyone looking for an incredible weekend of partying has plenty of events to choose from in the coming days.The sets range from those with chilled casual vibes to the all time super posh events for those who prefer flying high.The Royal Gazette started with the pre-New Year’s Eve events, which kick off this evening and have kept you informed for the party animals i.e. those still with energy on Sunday.TonightChampagne Shower Thirsty ThursdayMoet takes centre stage tonight at the Captain’s Lounge on Reid Street between 9pm and 3am.Music will be by King Jyrus, iMega and DJ Keem. Ladies enter free before 10pm. General admission before 11pm is $10 and $20 after.Dress to Impress. Absolutely no white/black tees or hoodies.Martini 101New martini recipes will be showcased in an easy to pick and read martini menu. On offer are fruity favourites, “manly” and exotic drinks created by Nick, the Master Mixer. At Barracuda Grill from 5pm to 11pm.New Year’s EveMoon Nightclub & LoungeThe Club is hosting its first New Year’s Eve party from 9pm to 3am, promising it will be both “intimate and sophisticated”.DJ Choice will present an audio and visual show featuring the best dance music of the past decade. Astro Naughty Shooter girls and Space Dancers will also be in attendance.Tickets, $45 in advance, are available at the iStore, Sound Stage and Moon Nightclub. Entry includes a New Year’s champagne toast and a dessert buffet. Persons who arrive before 10.30pm receive a raffle ticket for a travel voucher. Balloons filled with $1,000 will be dropped at midnight.The City of HamiltonA family-friendly bash at Number One Car Park, Front Street. Movies, live entertainment and games for the kids are all scheduled. Emcee for the night is Gavin (Sundjata) Smith.The evening ends at midnight with fireworks and the drop of the MarketPlace onion.NYE ExclusiveTapas, a glass of champagne and fruit dipped in chocolate are on offer at Club Opus, Bermudiana Road beginning at 10pm. Tickets are $25. Telephone 504-5640 for more information.The PointCocktails, a six-course meal, party favours and a bottle of wine or champagne per couple is on offer at Tuckers Point Hotel & Spa.Admission is $250 per person. The night begins at 7.30pm with cocktails in Tucker’s Bar. Dinner follows at 8.30pm, after which there will be dancing in the hotel ballroom to the music of the Ronnie Lopes Band. For more information contact Alex Gibbons on 298-4076 or agibbons[AT]tuckerspoint.com.Countdown on the PierUnite Promotions and Off Level will transform Front Street’s Pier 6. Inside, guests can enjoy the Nuvo Lounge; a Top 40 Heineken Party Tent will be installed outdoors. On offer is a range of music from dance to reggae by DJs Chubb, Five Star, Aztec, Black Star, YGS, Rusty G, Einstein, Awesome and Smokey. There will also be a live performance by a number of artists including C’Daynger. Also on offer from 10pm to 3am: champagne bars, hot food, speed bars, fireworks views, complimentary cocktails and party favours and a coat, helmet and purse check. Tickets, $50 in advance, are available from Sound Stage, iStore and www.bdatix.bm. Tickets are $75 on the door. For more information telephone 538-4786, 333-2929 or 737-2355. Persons must be 18 or older to enter. A valid ID is required. Part proceeds to benefit Big Brothers, Big Sisters’ fund-raising and awareness drive.Corporation of St GeorgeFood and kiddie stalls from 8pm to 1am with music by Blacklion Entertainment and fireworks at midnight. For more information telephone 297-1532.Kappa’s New Year’s Eve celebration and Doc’s 50th birthday bashEvent starts at 8.30pm with dinner in the Gazebo Lounge at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess. DJ Donnie will spin the tunes from 10.30pm. Guests receive at complimentary glass of champagne at midnight. Admission is $100 for dinner and party. Admission for the dance only is $40 in advance and $50 at the door. Tickets available at 27th Century Boutique or telephone 333-1843. Special room rates are available with ticket purchase. All proceeds will go towards the Kappa Classic Youth Football Tournament 2011.TamariskCocktails and dinner beginning at 7pm with a champagne toast at midnight at Cambridge Beaches. Tickets, $200 per person, are available from maitred[AT]cambeach.com. Cambridge club members receive a 15 percent discount.N.Y.E. Extravaganza441 Productions and the Fairmont Southampton are offering a buffet dinner and dance featuring the Kennel Boys and the infamous DJ Stubby from 8.30pm through 1am. On offer is an evening of non-stop musical hits from the 60s through today. Tickets, $129 per person, are available online, www.bdatix.com, and by e-mail, 441productions[AT]transact.bm. Tickets may also be purchased by calling 505-8132 or 238-8000.Hogmanay Ball presented by the Caledonian Society of BermudaCocktail reception from 7.30pm at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess with a special early rendition of Auld Lang Syne at 8pm to mark midnight in Scotland. On offer is a Scottish-themed four-course dinner with wine, party favours, a raffle and champagne at midnight. DJ King Arthur will keep you on the dance floor until 3am. Dress code is black tie. Tickets, $175, are available from at IHind[AT]becl.bm. The hotel is offering a special room rate of $149. Event runs 7.30pm until 3am.Beau Rivage New Year’s Eve gala dinnerThe night kicks off with cocktails, followed by a seven-course tasting menu, party favours and glass of champagne at midnight. Dancing at the pool terrace or in L’Eau Bar from 10pm until 2am. Tickets, $140, are available from info[AT]beaurivagebda.com.Sapphire New Year’s Eve 2010 Exclusive EventGuests may enjoy hors d’oeuvres before 11pm and a champagne toast at midnight. Queen Street’s Cafe 4 will be transformed into an ultra chic lounge from 10pm until 3am. Guests can dance the night away in the Sapphire Garden with music by DJs Shock n Lust and Rusty G. A special guest will play something for everybody featuring hits from the 70s to the present day. Dress is semi-formal. Tickets, $50 in advance, are available at Secrets and Kit n Caboodle.DEUCES 2010 Black & White AffairParty in The Cellar at the Fairmont Southampton with host Lea Lorraine of ‘Bad Girls Club Miami’. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Mikey B & DJ Kaos from 10pm to 3am. On offer is a champagne toast at midnight, free party cups and bottle service. Dress, semi-formal. Black and white attire is requested. Tickets are $70 in advance.The ReefsJoin us as we countdown to 2011 for dinner, drinks, dancing and live entertainment. A cocktail reception begins the night at 7.30pm. Entertainment will be provided by DJ Uncle.Tickets, $100 per person, are available by calling 238-0222. Special room rates are on offer.Billionaire –by High Roller EntertainmentThis New Year’s Eve party takes place at the Ferrari Bar, Bermudiana Road from 10pm until 3am.Opportunity WorkshopJoin us from 10.30pm for a New Year’s Eve celebration at the corner of Robert’s Avenue and Palmetto Road. Come and celebrate what God has done and what he is about to do.NYE Exclusive at Club OpusIs only for the grown and sexy. It includes tapas, glass of champagne and chocolate dipped fruit.Time: 10pm until. Tickets $25 from 504-5640.And should that not be enough.......January 1Eighth anniversary celebration of the Chewstick movementCelebrations will begin with a patrons’ reception and a sneak peak of the new Chewstick Neo-Griot Lounge and Cafe from 7pm until 9pm. Festivities will then continue, for the last time, at The Spinning Wheel Entertainment Complex. Eight artists will perform in a showcase highlighting Chewstick’s brightest, newest and most promising talents: Joy T. Barnum, Aden Peets, Stephan Johnstone, Tiffany Paynter, K.A.S.E., Jammin’, Canjelae and D’Warning. A limited open mic will follow, afterwhich DJs take over and the dancing begins. General admission is $30; patrons tickets are $150. Tickets are available between 9am and 5pm at Chewstick or telephone 292-2439 or e-mail, info[AT]chewstick.org. Proceeds to support Chewstick’s expanding facility on the corner of Court and Elliot Street.January 2I Love the 90s Pt. II The Farewell Affair [AT] Dockie’s!!Rock Fever Productions presents a bash for all college kids leaving for school at the beginning of January, and for all locals looking to celebrate the end of the holiday season.DJs include Vybez Alliance, DJ Scoobay, 5 Star and Supatone. Event begins 10pm. Tickets, $15 at the door or $10 in advance, available from the DJs or Kit n Caboodle. Ladies free before 11pm.