1- The 5th Annual Motor City New Year’s Eve: The Drop
When: 4 p.m-1 a.m.
Where: Campus Martius Park and Cadillac Square, Detroit
Details: Celebrate in the heart of the city with live music and watch "the D" drop from Chase Tower. More information here.
Cost: Free


2- Macomb County New Year’s Eve Gala
When: Children’s event 4-9 p.m.; adults 9:30 p.m.-12:15 a.m.
Where: 71 N. Main St., Mount Clemens
Details: A family friendly event complete with a children’s Never Never Land and two firework shows at 9 p.m. and midnight. More information here.
Cost: Free


3- Noon Year’s Eve
When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Dossin Great Lakes Museum, Belle Isle
Details: Make-and-take crafts and a kid’s countdown to the ringing of the bell of the City of Detroit III. More information here.
Cost: Free


4- Detroit Symphony Orchestra New Year’s Eve Gala
When: 10 p.m, or 8 p.m. for VIP ticket holders
Where: Max M. Fisher Music Center, Detroit
Details: Be a part of the first televised DSO New Year’s Eve performance with principal pop conductor Jeff Tyzik. More information here.
Cost: $40 [[concert only)-$500


5- Legends Live: New Year’s Eve Dinner Show
When: Dinner at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m.
Where: The Downriver Italian-American Club, Wyandotte
Details: A tribute show to music legends such as Ray Charles and Donna Summers. More information here.
Cost: $60

6- Kwanzaa celebration
When: 5-9 p.m.
Where: The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit
Details: Celebrate Kuumba [[creativity) with a cultural fashion show and a taste of Ethiopian dishes. More information here.
Cost: Free


7- The New Year’s Eve Midnight Kiss Party
When: 9 p.m.-4 a.m.
Where: Forestre Banquet Center at ConCorde Inn, Rochester Hills
Details: Enjoy a free ride to the venue through Uber and a $1,000 cash giveaway. More information here.
Cost: $55-$950

8- MGM Grand Detroit 2015 New Year Celebration
When: Hours vary
Where: MGM Grand Detroit, Detroit
Details: Dine at one of four restaurants, dance at V Nightclub or play at your favorite table. More information here.
Cost: Prices vary by venue

9- MotorCity Casino Hotel
When: Hours vary
Where: MotorCity Casino Hotel, Detroit
Details: Reserve a table for the New Year’s Eve dinner or dance at Amnesia or Overdrive. More information here.
Cost: Prices vary by venue.

10- Greektown Casino-Hotel’s New Year’s Eve
When: Hours vary
Where: Greektown Casino-Hotel, Detroit
Details: Enjoy a five-course meal at PRISM and dance the night away at Asteria. More information here.
Tickets: Prices vary by venue

11- The Motor City Gala
When: 9 p.m.-4 a.m.
Where: The Atheneum Suite Hotel, Detroit
Details: An all night party just a sky-walk away from Greektown Casino. More information here.
Cost: $85-$1,300

12- Blast: New Year’s Eve
When: 9 p.m.-3 a.m.
Where: Marriott Pontiac at Centerpoint, Auburn Hills
Details: Enjoy a tarot card reading, karaoke, DJs and aerialists at this all-night party. More information here.
Cost: $55-$1,699
Dance all night


13- MARK CAFIERO
Punch Bowl Social

14- NYE 2015 Resolution Ball
When: 9:30 p.m., or 8 p.m. for VIP ticket holders
Where: The Fillmore Detroit, Detroit
Details: Sip champagne under high-wire aerialists and enjoy other Las Vegas-style entertainment before a midnight snack of pizza and coneys. More information here.
Cost: $115-$1,750

15- Bleu Out: New Year's Eve 2015
When: 10 p.m.-4 a.m.
Where: 1540 Woodward Ave., Detroit
Details: Break out the party clothes and bust a move at one of Detroit’s best dance clubs. More information here.
Cost: $20-$450

16- The Mega '80s New Year’s Eve Bash
When: 8 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Magic Bag, Ferndale
Details: Take a trip back to the '80s with tunes from the era and fashion to match. More information here.
Cost: $27

17- Countdown: The Ultimate New Year's Eve Event
When: 8 p.m.-4 a.m.
Where: The Garden Theater, Detroit
Details: An evening of music, strolling appetizers and cognac. More information here.
Cost: $40-$1,000

18- Rockin’ The D for New Year’s Eve
When: 9 p.m-4 a.m.; 8 p.m. for VIP ticket holders
Where: The Hard Rock Café, Detroit
Details: In addition to music and strolling food and beverages, see a projection-mapped 3D animated midnight spectacular light up the side of the Compuware building and inside the café. More information here.
Cost: $85-$1,700

19- New Year’s Eve at The Mirage
When: Doors open at 8 p.m.
Where: The Mirage, Clinton Township
Details: Music from a live band and DJ, with a late night buffet. More information here.
Cost: $40-$90

20- Bookies Bar & Grille NYE Party
When: 9 p.m.-4 a.m.
Where: Bookies Bar & Grille, Detroit
Details: An evening of open bar and late night coneys. More information here.
Cost: $50-$75

21- Murray's Motor City Greasers New Year’s Eve Ball with The Twistin' Tarantulas and The Hi-Views
When: 8 p.m.+
Where: The Huma Room at HopCat, Detroit
Details: A full night of music and beer at this newly opened Midtown bar/restaurant. More information here.
Cost: $10


22- 80's Themed New Years Eve Party
When: Open 7 a.m., 21 and up 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Punch Bowl Social, Detroit
Details: Groove to the music of the '80s while you bowl, play retro video games or enjoy many other attractions. More information here.
Cost: Free


23- New Year’s Eve at Laurel Manor
When: 7 p.m-1 a.m.
Where: Laurel Manor Banquet and Conference Center, Livonia
Details: A live band, an open bar and a filet mignon/chicken boursin dinner will help to ring in the New Year with style. More information here.
Cost: $95


24- New Year's Eve at The Sugar House
When: 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: The Sugar House, Detroit
Details: Enjoy craft cocktails, champagne toast, appetizers and music. More information here.
Cost: $100

26- New Year's Eve at Wright & Co.
When: 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Wright & Co., Detroit
Details: Enjoy tunes from Detroit musician Greg Baise, drinks and a night of appetizer tastings. More information here.
Cost: $12


27- New Year’s Eve at Gold Cash Gold
When: 6-7 p.m., or 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Gold Cash Gold, Detroit
Details: A four-course dinner featuring red snapper and rib-eye roast, with beverage pairing and vegetarian options. More information here.
Cost: $75 for dinner plus $35-$45 for drinks pairings

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