It's almost time to party your way out of 2017 and into 2018. New Year's Eve is quickly approaching, so make plans for the holiday.
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Below, we've rounded up some of the biggest and best parties to attend on Sunday, Dec. 31.
Included are parties with great views of the SugarHouse New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront, parties with open bars and parties where everyone will be on the floor dancing.
There's tons to do in Philly to welcome in the new year.
2018 could be your best year yet. Make sure to start it off right.
New Year's Eve Parties on Ice at Blue Cross RiverRink
There will be two parties, one for the 6 p.m. SugarHouse New Year's Eve Fireworks on the Waterfront show and one for the midnight show. Tickets include food, drink, music and the option to ice skate.Tickets are limited, so order in advance. Parking can also be reserved.
5-8 p.m. or 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. | $30-$40 per person
Blue Cross RiverRink
101 S. Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106
SugarHouse Casino New Year's Eve Bash
Plus, each guest can enter the $5,000 NYE sweepstakes for a chance to win cash and prizes.
10 p.m. | $100 per person
SugarHouse Casino
1001 N. Delaware Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125
New Year's Eve Fireworks Cruise on the Spirit of Philadelphia
The Spirit of Philadelphia offers two cruises during the waterfront fireworks shows.
Guests will be treated to a New Year’s buffet-style dinner, including prime rib, and an early fireworks display at 6 p.m. Tickets for the early, family-friendly cruise begin at $119.90 (not including gratuity or alcohol) for adults and $69.90 for kids. Boarding begins at 4 p.m.
The evening cruise, for those 21-plus, also includes a buffet-style dinner, along with a top-shelf open bar and a midnight Champagne toast. Tickets start at $189.90. Boarding begins at 8:30 p.m.
From the boat, guests will have front row seats to the fireworks.
4:30-6:30 p.m. or 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. | $69.99-$189.90 per person
Spirit of Philadelphia
401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106
Totally '90s New Year's Eve on the Moshulu
We may be entering 2018, but we'll always be nostalgic for the '90s. If you'd rather look back on a simpler time, when Spice Girls ruled the world and your biggest worry was getting home from school in time for your favorite MTV show, then head to The Deck at the Moshulu for New Year's Eve.
The DJ will be spinning the best '90s throwbacks for the occasion.
Enjoy an open bar (9 p.m. to midnight), a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight and views of the waterfront fireworks in the covered, heated outdoor space.
There will be a cash bar once the clock strikes midnight. Tickets start at $75 per person.
Beginning at 9 p.m. | $75-$100 per person
The Moshulu
401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19106
Champagne Ball at Vesper Sporting Club
There's a lot going on at Vesper Sporting Club on New Year's Eve. Enjoy a five hour premium open bar and bottomless Champagne, multiple DJs, 40-plus screens to watch the countdown to the Times Square ball drop, gourmet food, New Year's Eve party favors and complimentary coat check.
There are VIP table options available and three different floors, including the Speakeasy and Sky Lounge. General admission tickets are $99 per person.
Beginning at 9 p.m. | $99 per person
Vesper Sporting Club
223 S. Sydenham St., Philadelphia, PA 19102
New Year's Eve at Alma de Cuba
Stephen Starr's Alma de Cuba is throwing a New Year's Eve bash.
Stop in for dinner, beginning at 5 p.m., or just go to dance to DJ Ben Arsenal and DJ Tully. There's no cover for the party, which begins at 9 p.m.
At midnight there will be a Champagne toast to welcome in the new year.
Beginning at 9 p.m. | Pay-as-you-go
1623 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
New Year's Eve at BRÜ Craft & Wurst
Celebrate in authentic German Bier Hall-style this New Year’s Eve.Tickets start at $69 and include a five-hour premium open bar, buffet-style hors d’oeuvres, DJ entertainment and a complimentary Champagne toast. Table and bottle service options are available for VIP ticket holders.
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. | $69-$119 per person
BRÜ
1316 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
New Year's Eve 2018: Midnight from the Top
Craft Concepts Group (the minds behind BRÜ, U-Bahn, Uptown Beer Garden and Cinder) and One Liberty Observation Deck are offering a fancy and unique New Year's Eve experience. Ring in 2018 on the 57th floor of One Liberty, which offers stunning views of the city and is a prime spot to watch the SugarHouse New Year's Eve Fireworks.Tickets include an open bar and hors d'oeuvres. All guests are asked to dress to impress. It's a black tie affair (although, tux not required).
DJ Jason Weiss will provide the entertainment. He's worked alongside Zedd, Lil Dicky, Future, DJ Esco, DJ AM and many more.
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. | $200 per person
One Liberty Observation Deck
1650 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19103
Yakitori Boy's Ultimate New Year's Eve Countdown Party
Gather your family and friends and celebrate New Year’s Eve at the izakaya and karaoke lounge. All guests will receive festive party favors and Champagne to toast at midnight.
There will be both karaoke and live DJ entertainment in the main karaoke lounge all night long. General admission is $20. Private karaoke rooms can also be booked.
Beginning at 9 p.m. | $20 general admission
Yakitori Boy
211 N. 11th St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
NYE-A-GO-GO
Dance your way into 2018 at The Trestle Inn. There will be disco music, drink specials and a midnight Champagne toast.Tickets to NYE-A-GO-GO are $25 per person. If you have a date, there's also a VIP couple's package available for $125.
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. | $25 general admission
The Trestle Inn
339 N. 11th St., Philadelphia, PA 19107