Bid goodbye to the most dreadful year of our lives so far and ring in 2021 with some cheer this new year’s eve. No, we’re not in denial about next year’s turn in the relay of all that’s going on, but we’re also not going to let the situation ruin our fun!
2020 has been grim in many ways (oh, so many ways!), dampening spirits across the country. Goodness knows we all need a bout of merriment. Extend the high spirits of the holiday season to welcome a new year with hope this NYE. (How are you celebrating Christmas, btw?)
The best part about this year’s celebrations is they’re not limited to specific cities. You can attend one (or two or three) of the many online virtual parties planned for this New Year’s Eve.
New Year’s Eve International Virtual Global Gala
$15 – $45
A global party! This online event is an international celebration with many countries. Attend the party on Zoom and enter many rooms with something different happening in each. Partake in a trivia in one room or a scavenger hunt in another. You can even cheer on African dancers, get mesmerized in the magician’s chamber, and let Romanian singers serenade you in the European rooms. There’s so much more!
“Us” with Christopher Titus and Rachel Bradley
$20 – $60
Laugh away 2020’s distress with comedy duo Christopher Titus and Rachel Bradley, with some special guests. The comical show is promised to be “part confessional, part couple’s therapy, part variety show, and 100% laugh out loud funny.” When Titus and Rae are together, they set to make sure you’ll have a riotous night through this virtual party. Find out more
NYE Cocktail Party with the Homemade Chefs
Donation-based
If, like us, you have been fine-tuning your skills in the kitchen during the long lockdowns and are eager to spend part of your New Year’s Eve upgrading your newfound talent, this is the online event for you. Spend the evening with Homemade Chefs as each of them brings their favorite cocktail to the table. Get your cocktails ready for the night. Sign up soon!
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Drum, Dance and Flow New Year’s Eve
Free
Now here’s a space for you to let go and express yourself through drumming, dancing, and practicing flow arts. Drums for One and All and Jessie Jewels have teamed up and are inviting like-minded people who just want to chill with some good music and movements. There’s also a live house band playing music which you can interact with. Read more about it.
New Year’s Eve Trivia Extravaganza
Donation-based
Have you been sorely missing trivia nights at your favorite pub? Kady the Trivia Lady has perfected the art of hosting trivia events online throughout the year and is now ready to help you “to end this year being drunk, online, showing off what we have (and haven’t) learned in this dumpster fire of a year!” So, join fellow nerds in the celebration by registering here for this virtual party.
Chocolate Tasting Class with the Chief Chocophile
$95
Chocolate dispels all evil in the world. Really! What better way to celebrate with your geographically separated family than having chocolate together! Then, explore and relish the flavors of chocolates from five different cacao-growing regions, as chocolate expert and Chief Chocophile, Lauren Adler of Chocolopolis teaches you about their uniqueness. Get your chocolates!
Shakespeare’s New Year’s Shakin’ Eve!
$30
When so many Shakespeare performers and Renaissance groups get together, there’s sure to be much ado about having a great virtual New Year’s Eve. So, gather your friends and roommates, put on your best Renaissance faire costumes, and join the party with Shakespeare Approves, Chaste Treasure, Drunk & Disorderly, Shelli Buttons, and more talents. Get your tickets here.
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New Year’s Eve Magic, Mystery, and Fortune Telling
$30
“The past will be revealed, secrets told, fortunes told, and questions will be answered.” Sounds mysterious already! This is for the one that loves activities and surprises, with a touch of magic. Besides, a mystery box with special items will be mailed to participants to experience a mystery in their own hands. Click here to register for this virtual party.
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