Got 2020 plans? Check out these New Year’s Eve celebrations include Gatsby parties and overnight gong immersion; a Disco Masquerade; a cruise around Manhattan, gourmet meals, and much more!
Laurel & Sage (33 Walnut Street, Montclair): Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Laurel & Sage. They will offer special seasonal 4 and 5 course tasting menus from 5:30 PM -6:30 PM. Reservations are accepted by phone at 973.783.1133 or email at shawn@laurelandsage.com.
Fresco Da Franco (15 Church Street, Montclair): Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable celebration dinner. First seating will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and will feature the a la carte dinner menu. Reservations can be made via Open Table. The second seating will be a Countdown Celebration from 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM. It will feature a three-course, prix-fixed menu, a live DJ, a burlesque show, and more. Cost is $89.95 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reservations for the celebration dinner must made through the events coordinator by emailing sarah@frescomontclair.com.
Fascino (331 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair): Choose from the early seating 3-course menu (5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM) or the late seating 5-course menu (8:00 PM, 8:30 PM, 9:00 PM, 9:30 PM). 3-course menu is $85 per person and the 5-course menu is $125 per person, both plus tax and gratuity. Reservations can be made online.
Montclair Social Club (499 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair): Ring in 2020 Gatsby Style! Enjoy a 4-Course family-style dinner and sparkling wine toast featuring Andre & The Spiritmakers. Two seatings and two live shows are available. For the first seating, book reservations from 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM. Showtime is approximately 7:15 PM to 8:30 PM. Price is $85 per person ($30 for kids 12 and under). For the second seating, book reservations from 9:00 PM to 10:15 PM. Show begins approximately 10:15 PM. Price is $100 per person. Prices do not include service charge, tax and fees. Dress to impress, enjoy prohibition era cocktails, and win door prizes for best costumes!
The Crosby Montclair (193 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair): Ring in the new year at The Crosby! $20 Admission, DJ starts at 9 p.m. Champagne toast, food specials and bottle service.
Pharmacie Liquor Bar+Kitchen (398 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair): Ring in 2020 with a 3-hour open bar. Doors open at 9:00 PM. The event includes special NYE craft cocktail list, premium mixed drinks, wines, and beers, passed hors d’oeuvres and light food, complimentary champagne toast, and traditional NYE party favors. Tickets are $80 and are available on Eventbrite.
Juniper Yoga (213 Belleview Avenue, Montclair): From 7:00 PM on New Year’s Eve to 7:00 AM on New Year’s Day, take part in a New Year’s Eve Overnight Gong Immersion with Manush Baldr with Montclair Kundalini Yoga. Doors will open at 7pm, and the event will begin the evening at 7:30pm with some kundalini yoga and meditation to prepare to receive deeply the sacred sounds of SIX gongs. Then, enjoy some delicious food and tea, all provided! For a full schedule, more information, and to buy tickets, visit the website. Cost is $108 until 12/25, $135 until 12/30, and $150 on 12/31.
Turtle + The Wolf (622 Valley Road, Upper Montclair): The venue will host The APT. Presents “In The Walk-In” Tell All Pop-Up Dinner at 8:30 PM. The APT. has been doing bespoke dinners capturing nostalgic nuances of childhood experiences and Hip Hop culture. Join them as they narrate you through each track (plate), have a seat pour up and bring in the new year listening to the taste of The APT.
Zeugma Grill (44 S. Park Street, Montclair): A 4-Course New Year’s Eve dinner will be offered at $69 per person. Choose from a variety of appetizers, entrees and desserts. For reservations, please call the restaurant or visit the website.
The MC Hotel (690 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair) celebrates New Years Eve with the 2020 Disco Masquerade @ Alto Rooftop Bar. The event will feature live DJs spinning vinyls all night, party favors, a live NYE countdown, and a champagne toast at midnight. Choose from two ticket levels starting from $175 per person. Cocktail attire required.
David Burke Orange Lawn (305 N. Ridgewood Road, South Orange): Ring in 2020 at David Burke Orange Lawn, where they’ll be serving their a la carte menu from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM and pre-fixe menu from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Anyone who attends the pre-fixe dinner is invited to stay for the New Year’s Eve Party in the banquet hall where there will be a DJ and live music, passed hors d’oeuvres and an on-consumption bar. The party will start at 9:00 PM. Tickets for the party only are available for $50. Reservations and party tickets can be obtained online.
Faubourg (544 Bloomfield Ave., Montclair) celebrates its first New Year’s Eve with a Gatsby-themed party in the upstairs private lounge Tickets are $200 per person. Open bar from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m. (you’re welcome to check-in early!); bar bites from 11 p.m. to midnight. A bottle of Champagne granted upon arrival. The best outfit will win an exciting gift! To reserve your table, email KMonet@FaubourgMontclair.com.
The Upstairs at Franklin Steakhouse (238 North Franklin Avenue, Nutley): The New Year’s Eve Gala will feature a raw bar, buffet dinner, venetian table, champagne toast, premium open bar, live music, and dancing. Tickets are $125 each. The fun will last from 8:30 PM to 2:00 AM.
QXT’s Nightclub (248 Mulberry Street, Newark): Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2020 at QXT’s! Enjoy two levels, three bars, and three dance floors. Free party hats, tiaras and noisemakers, complimentary champagne toast at midnight, and super low drink specials. Doors are open 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door.
The Shannon Rose (98 Kingsland Road, Clifton): This all-inclusive New Year’s Eve Party features a 5-hour premium open bar, four course meal, champagne toast, late night snack buffet, and live entertainment, all for $99 per person. Doors open at 9:00 PM. An additional Drink & Dance package is available beginning at 10:30 PM for $75 per person, which includes a premium open bar, champagne toast, late night snack buffet, and live entertainment. Tickets can be purchased online. Must be 21+ to enter and valid ID is required.
Crystal Springs Resort (Sussex County): The resort offers several parties and sit-down dinners in several of its lodges. Events range from formal to casual. For event listing, prices, and packages, visit the website.
Spirit of New Jersey Fireworks Dinner Cruise (Lincoln Harbor Marina, Weehawken): This three-hour cruise offers amazing views of New York City’s sensational skyline, a buffet-style dinner, platinum open bar + champagne toast, DJ entertainment, dancing, and festive holiday décor, and access to the outdoor rooftop lounge. Boarding begins at 9:30 PM and the cruise sails from 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Tickets start at $299.90 per person.
46 Lounge (300 US Highway 46 East, Totowa): Party from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM with music by KTU’s DJ Tony Gia, DJ Klutch, DJ Freshkid, and DJ Mezo playing Open Format, Top 40, Hi-Energy Dance & Today’s Hits. General admission tickets are $100 per person and include 5-hour premium open bar from 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM, passed hors d’oeuvre and sushi rolls, lavish gourmet buffet dinner, dessert station, party favors, hats and noisemakers, live broadcast of the Ball Drop, champagne toast at midnight, and a continental breakfast at 4:00 AM. Table reservations are available for additional cost. For those who wish to arrive later, there are discounted tickets available. Additional table packages and VIP reservations available.
Brunswick Zone (679 Washington Avenue, Belleville): Bowling fans can end the year doing what they love! The Nighttime Ball Drop Package features four hours of unlimited bowling (shoes included), food, and champagne/sparkling cider toast. Cost is $39.99 per person and the event begins at 9:00 PM.