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• NEW YEAR'S EVE EVENTS: Nightclub and hotel celebrations and other events
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Festivals
PRAIRIE LIGHTS This two-mile drive-through exhibit features 3
million lights. Visit the holiday village for refreshments and other
items for purchase, as well as a 10-minute holiday light show
choreographed to music (for an extra charge of $2 for adults, $1 for
kids). Continues through Dec. 31. Sundays through Thursdays from 6 to 9
p.m. (Dec. 24-25 from 6 to 10 p.m.), Fridays and Saturdays 6 to 10 p.m.
at Lynn Creek Park, 5700 Lake Ridge Parkway, Grand Prairie. $12 per car
Mondays through Thursdays, $15 per car Fridays through Sundays (prices
vary for larger vehicles, such as limos and small buses). 972-237-4569.
www.prairielights.org.
CHRISTMAS IN THE SQUARE Light show at Frisco Square urban complex
is synchronized to holiday music. There will also be family activities
such as carriage rides, a snow machine, outdoor movies and a parachuting
Santa scheduled on various days throughout December (check the Web site
for details). The light show continues through Jan. 2. Nightly from 5:30
to 10 p.m. at Frisco Square, Dallas North Tollway and Main Street,
Frisco. Free admission, $6 for carriage rides. 469-633-1721.
www.friscosquare.com.
CHRISTMAS LIGHT TOUR Airplane tours of area holiday light
displays presented by Starlight Flight. Hour and half-hour tours depart
from Addison Airport, 4505 Claire Chennault, Addison. Dec. 1 through
Dec. 31. Nightly from 5:30 p.m. through midnight. $160-$215 per couple;
reservations are required. 817-588-1817. www.starlightflight.com.
FAIR PARK IN LIGHTS Dallas Park and Recreation Department
presents its annual holiday festival and tree-lighting featuring a
display of brightly lighted trees and decorations along the Esplanade at
Fair Park. Visitors can take a ride on the Texas SkyWay aerial tram.
They can also enjoy live entertainment, face painting, a snow hill,
holiday characters and photos with Santa Claus. Also available are a
miniature train ride, carriage rides and hayrides. Dec. 2 from 4 to 8
p.m. The tree-lighting ceremony will be at 6:30 p.m., preceded by a
candlelight tribute to the military. Tree display runs through Jan. 1.
Fair Park. Free admission (there are additional charges for some
attractions such as the SkyWay, carriage rides and snow hill).
214-670-8400. www.fairpark.org.
MIRACLE DALLAS Victory Park celebrates the spirit of holiday
giving with this event that features an outdoor ice-skating rink, movies
on the big screens (White Christmas, Dec. 9 at
6 p.m.), entertainment, refreshments, holiday lights and photos with
Santa. Each night, "miracles" will be granted by local charities and
organizations. Continues through Dec. 30. Thursdays and Fridays from
noon to 8 p.m., Saturdays noon to 10 p.m. and Sundays noon until 6 p.m.,
except on Mavericks and Stars game nights when the hours will be 4 to 8
p.m. Free, with complimentary two-hour parking in Lot C. Ice rink will
be open 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. through Jan. 6, closing at 6 p.m. on Dec.
24 and all day Dec. 25; skate rental and skating $10-$12.
www.miracledallas.com.
More holiday events
HOLIDAY EVENTS AT THE NASHER SCULPTURE CENTER The Nasher presents
a series of holiday events through Dec. 28 (closed Christmas Day). 2001
Flora St. Admission is $10, $7 for seniors 65 and older, $5 for students
and free for children 12 and younger. 214-242-5152.
www.nashersculpturecenter.org.
• Wolfgang Puck's Holiday Tea: Classic tea service with finger
sandwiches, scones and desserts. There will also be live harp music.
Fridays through Dec. 28. Seatings at 1 and 3 p.m. $45 (includes
admission). Reservations are required.
LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULEZ! LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL: A CAJUN
CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION Holiday traditions in Louisiana are the theme
for this year's annual holiday celebration featuring family activities,
music and exhibits of Cajun-themed artwork. Mondays, Tuesdays and
Fridays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursdays 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays 10
a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays 1 to 5 p.m. Through Dec. 31 at Irving Arts
Center, 3333 N. MacArthur, Irving. Free admission. 972-252-7558.
www.irvingartscenter.com.
HOLIDAY AT THE ARBORETUM Dallas Arboretum's yuletide festival
takes on a fairy-tale theme this year with decorative vignettes based on
beloved children's tales and nursery rhymes. On Family Fun Days
(Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m., through Dec. 30) there will
be carriage rides, make-and-take-home holiday crafts, portraits with
Santa, holiday stories and music. There will be a reindeer petting zoo
on Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. The Holiday Tea at the DeGolyer Garden Cafe
also returns this year; check the Web site for info. Festival continues
through Jan. 6. Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed Christmas Day and
New Year's Day). Admission: $8 for adults, $7 for ages 65 and older, $5
for children 3-12, free for ages 2 and under. Parking $5. Carriage ride,
photos with Santa, and tea have additional charges. 8525 Garland Road.
214-515-6500. www.dallasarboretum.org.
SIX FLAGS' HOLIDAY IN THE PARK Amusement park's annual Christmas
celebration will feature carolers, stage shows, children's karaoke, and
a nightly Looney Tunes show and parade. Attractions will include Snow
Hill and the Santa Express Train Ride, a miniature Christmas village,
Lionel model trains, and the popular "Parade of Trees" exhibit. Through
Jan 2. Park hours: Dec. 1 and Dec. 8, 14-16, 21-23 from 4 to 10
p.m.; Dec. 2 and Dec. 9 from 4 to 9 p.m.; Dec. 26-30 from noon to 10
p.m.; Dec. 31 from 4 p.m. to midnight; Jan. 1-2 from noon to 6 p.m.
$39.99 adults, $29.99 children. Parking from $15. 2201 Road to Six
Flags, Arlington. 817-607-6150. www.sixflags.com.
Mall events
NORTHPARK CENTER The Trains at NorthPark, an elaborate holiday
display with vintage Lionel-type locomotives running on 2,500 feet of
winding track, has its own storefront on Level 2. Continues through Jan.
1. Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sundays noon to 6
p.m. Call or visit the Web site for special hours and holiday closings.
NorthPark Center, North Central Expressway and Northwest Highway. $5, $3
ages 65 and over and ages 2 to 12, free for infants; discount tickets at
area Tom Thumb stores. 214-363-7441. www.northparkcenter.com.
SHOPS AT WILLOW BEND Visit with Santa in the Grand Court area
during mall hours: Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.,
Sundays noon to 6 p.m. Through Dec. 31. Shops at Willow Bend, Dallas
North Tollway at West Park Boulevard, Plano. 972-202-4900.
www.shopwillowbend.com.
• Snow Globes: High-tech, interactive globes feature falling snow, a cold
winter wind, 3-D images and scenes from the film Fred Claus. Visitors
can walk through a holiday tree and visit Santa's workshop. Also,
visitors can have their pictures taken on a green screen set with Fred
Claus characters added to the image. During mall hours. Free to visit;
photos available for purchase.
Exhibits
"ICE!" Exhibit features a winter wonderland hand-carved
from 2 million pounds of ice by artisans from Harbin, China. New this
year are a three-level ice slide, a gingerbread family, a walk-through
Nativity scene and penguins. Continues through Jan. 5. Sundays through
Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 10
p.m. at Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail,
Grapevine. Weekdays: $20, $18 for military and seniors 55 and older, $10
for children 4 to 12. Weekends: $23, $20 for military and seniors 55 and
older, $12 for children 4 to 12. 817-778-2000.
www.gaylordhotels.com/gaylordtexan.
NATIVE CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS The Native Arts Center and Gallery
presents a collection of handcrafted ornaments by Patricia
Baxter-Shebola, a member of the Hopi and Zuni Pueblos of Arizona. The
pieces include hanging ornaments of buffalo, coyote and bears; Nativity
sets; and animal miniatures. Dec. 1 through Dec. 31 at the gallery,
732 Preston Forest Shopping Center. Tuesdays through Thursdays from 11
a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fridays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.,
Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free admission. 214-265-0071.
HOLIDAY CIRCUS Fifth-generation circus performer Fanny Kerwich gave up the traveling
life when she married and started a family with Mark Doyle of Dallas.
But she was determined to create a circus here. Lone Star Circus, the
performing arm of her new nonprofit arts center, will present a circus
that features performers from around the world, including acrobats from
Argentina, an aerialist from Peru and a contortionist from Mongolia,
along with local clowns Slappy and Monday, and kids who have trained at
her circus school. Dec. 28-30 at the Rosewood Center for Family Arts, 5938 Skillman St.
214-740-0051. www.dct.org. $38 to $42 adults, $24 to $26 youths.
ALOHA ADVENTURE PARK
WHAT'S THERE: The Grand Festival of Lights, benefiting Christian
Community Action, features more than a million lights (illuminated
reindeer, a train and more), a live Nativity presentation, Santa's
crafts village, holiday fare and hayrides. Through Jan. 5. Sundays
through Thursdays from 5 to 9 p.m. (closed Christmas Day), Fridays and
Saturdays 5 to 11 p.m. Free admission; activities generally range from
$1 to $6 each.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 1951 Summit Ave., Lewisville (north of Vista
Ridge Mall, near the intersection of Interstate 35 and Justin
Road/FM407). 972-317-7373.
www.alohaadventurepark.com.
DEERFIELD
WHAT'S THERE: The neighborhood association's elaborate display is
one of Collin County's biggest. Santas and sleighs, cheerful snowmen,
Nativity scenes, jump-roping gingerbread people and just about every
other type of holiday decoration you could think of brighten yards
throughout. Free to view.
•Party Animals carriage service is available in the neighborhood. For
details, call 214-441-9996. www.partyanimalscarriage.com.
•The Zephries residence, 4540 Old Pond Drive, features 104,000 lights.
Music synchronized to the lights will be broadcast on FM station 92.3.
Visit with Santa on Saturdays from 6 to 8 p.m. through Dec. 22. On any
night, visitors may bring donations of toys for U.S. Marines Toys for
Tots Foundation (meet Marines in person Friday) and nonperishable food
for the North Texas Food Bank. Hours of display: Sundays through
Thursdays from 6 to 10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 6 to 11 p.m. unless
raining or wet, through Dec. 31. For details on
the Zephries display, visit
www.thedeerfieldchristmas.com.
WHERE TO FIND IT: The Plano neighborhood covers a large area
north of Legacy Drive between Preston and Coit roads.
www.deerfieldplano.org.
FAIR PARK IN LIGHTS
WHAT'S THERE: Check out some cool reflections in the water on the
Esplanade at Fair Park. The Dallas Park and Recreation Department is
presenting its annual display of 32 lighted trees and decorations there.
Daily from 5:30 until
10 p.m., through Jan. 1. Free.
WHERE TO FIND IT: Enter at Grand Avenue (gate 5), Fair Park.
214-670-8400. www.fairpark.org.
FRISCO SQUARE
WHAT'S THERE: The buildings get twinkly during light shows set to
music. Check out the flashing stars, wreaths and reindeer. You can get
the accompanying tunes on your car radio, or you can listen on speakers
outside. The free light show runs nightly from 5:30 to 10 through Jan.
2. Special weekend activities with free admission are also on tap
throughout December:
• Dec. 7, there'll be a parachuting Santa, a bounce house and more from 5
to 9:30 p.m.
• Dec. 8, there'll be an outdoor showing of The Polar
Express and visits with Santa from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
• There'll be carriage rides Thursdays through Sundays in December from
5:30 to 9:30 p.m. (additional rides Dec. 31 and Jan. 1). Carriage rides
cost $6 per person.
WHERE TO FIND IT: Frisco Square, Main Street at the Dallas North
Tollway, Frisco. 469-633-1721. www.friscosquare.com.
GAYLORD TEXAN
WHAT'S THERE: Sparkling lights (1.2 million of them) illuminate
the resort's atriums for Lone Star Christmas. The 40-foot Christmas tree
alone uses 25,000 bulbs. Some of the lavish displays include a life-size
gingerbread house, magical train sets and replicas of historic Texas
buildings nestled among the Christmas trees. Free admission (parking
costs extra but can be validated; call for details).
WHERE TO FIND IT: 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine. 817-778-2000.
www.gaylordtexan.com.
HIGHLAND PARK
WHAT'S THERE: Tony homes are decked out with bright lights and
festive lawn displays. Don't miss the giant pecan tree covered in lights
on Armstrong Parkway at Preston, or the sights along Lakeside Drive.
Free admission. Drive through or book a horse-drawn carriage tour that
departs from Highland Park Village. For carriage ride pricing and info,
call 214-521-6717 or book online at www.threejayscarriage.com.
WHERE TO FIND IT: In the area south of Preston and Mockingbird.
INTERLOCHEN
WHAT'S THERE: The neighborhood features more than 200 homes on
winding streets with fountains and ponds – and tons of lights. The
display runs Dec. 15 through 25 from dusk to 11:30 p.m. For a detailed
map of the driving route, a list of road closures and other information,
visit www.ci.arlington.tx.us. Free.
WHERE TO FIND IT: The Arlington neighborhood is between
Interstate 30 and West Division Street, off West Randol Mill Road.
Motorists should enter the neighborhood from Randol Mill at Westwood
Drive.
PRAIRIE LIGHTS
WHAT'S THERE: The two-mile drive-through holiday spread offers 3
million lights. Displays include candy canes, toy soldiers, reindeer and
elves. There's a light tunnel billed as Texas' largest and a holiday
village featuring photo ops with Santa, refreshments (hot cocoa, cider,
kettle corn) and a light show set to music. Through Dec. 31. Nightly
starting at 6. $12 per car Mondays through Thursdays (except Christmas
Day and New Year's Eve), $15 Fridays through Sundays and Christmas Day
and New Year's Eve. Extra for larger vehicles such as limos and buses.
972-237-4569.
www.prairielights.org.
WHERE TO FIND IT: Lynn Creek Park, 5700 Lake Ridge Parkway, Grand
Prairie.
www.prairielights.org.
SIX FLAGS' HOLIDAY IN THE PARK
WHAT'S THERE: The amusement park is ablaze with more than 1
million lights for this seasonal event of holiday shows, rides, crafts
and activities. Step inside the lobby of the park's Majestic Theater to
view a display of beautifully decorated Christmas trees. Through Jan. 2.
$39.99 adults, $29.99 children.
WHERE TO FIND IT: 2201 Road to Six Flags, Arlington.
817-607-6150. www.sixflags.com.
SPRINGPARK
WHAT'S THERE: Long admired for its elaborate displays, this
neighborhood plans to mix it up this year with something old and
something new. Expect to see longtime favorites such as Lake Shore
Drive's trains (about 30 houses on the street will have train
decorations, with rope-light tracks linking each car) and Bridle Path's
Peanuts-inspired decorations. This year's new themes include Parkrise
Court's "Caribbean Christmas," which takes Christmas to the beach with
lighted palm trees as well as polar bears and penguins decked in
sunglasses. "Don't expect to see the same old same old. We're going for
originality," says block representative Kay Davidson, who expects most
decorations in the neighborhood to be up by Dec. 14. Another new theme
is Annette Court's "International Christmas," the inspiration behind
painted signs in about a dozen yards wishing passers-by Merry Christmas
in various languages. Free.
WHERE TO FIND IT: Entry to the neighborhood, which includes homes
in Garland and Richardson, is at Jupiter and Springpark Way.
www.springpark.org.
OTHER POINTS OF LIGHT
HOLIDAY LIGHTS BUS TOUR See more than 200 decorated homes in Fort
Worth, some of which are entered in a holiday lights competition.
Includes pre-tour entertainment, activities and treats for the kids.
Saturday and Sunday. Pre-tour festivities begin at 5:30 p.m.; buses
depart between 6:30 and 7 p.m. Stockyards Station, 130 E. Exchange, Fort
Worth. $5, free for children 5 and younger. 817-215-8600. www.the-t.com.
ILLUMINATION CELEBRATION AT GALLERIA DALLAS Lights on the
Galleria's 95-foot Christmas tree are synchronized to holiday tunes
daily at noon, 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Through Dec. 24. Galleria Dallas, LBJ
Freeway at Dallas Parkway North. Free. 972-702-7100.
www.galleriadallas.com.
KESSLER PARK Kessler Neighbors United, the neighborhood
association of Kessler Park, celebrates the holidays with five lighted
live oak trees in the triangular median at 1415 W. Colorado Blvd.
Several other medians throughout the area have Christmas trees, lights
and inflatables. Many neighborhood homes also are lighted. Kessler Park
is just south of Interstate 30 at Sylvan Avenue. The neighborhood
extends roughly from I-30 on the north side to Stewart Drive on the
south and from Plymouth Road on the west side to Sylvan on the east.
LIGHTED CHRISTMAS DRIVE Drive through a lighted winter wonderland
in Terrell's Ben Gill Park. Santa will greet visitors at the end of the
trail. Dec. 7-9 and Dec. 14-16 from 6 to 9 p.m. Ben Gill
Park, 1314 W. Moore Ave., Terrell. $5 per car. 972-563-5703.
www.terrelltexas.com.
THE LIGHTS OF VADERVILLE The residence at 1441 Providence Blvd.
in Aubrey features an elaborate light show synchronized to music
broadcast on FM radio station 107.3. Hours: Sundays through Thursdays
from 7 to 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 7 to 10 p.m. Through Jan. 1.
940-453-4701. www.vaderfamily.info.
STARLIGHT FLIGHT CHRISTMAS LIGHT TOUR Soar above the traffic with
Starlight Flight's airplane tours of area holiday light displays. Hour
and half-hour tours depart from Addison Airport, 4505 Claire Chennault,
Addison. Through Dec. 31. Nightly from 5:30 p.m. through midnight. $160
to $215 per couple; reservations are required. 817-588-1817.
www.starlightflight.com.
TRYKOSKI HOME The residence at 4015 Bryson Drive in Frisco
features a large-scale display with approximately 65,000 lights.
Synchronized music will be broadcast on FM station 92.9. Hours: Nightly
from 6 to 10 unless raining or wet, through approximately Dec. 28.
Visitors can bring canned goods for the food bank of the Frisco Family
Services Center; a collection box is next to the residence's mailbox.
www.trykoskichristmas.com.
ALESSIO'S The New Year's Eve menu features dishes by guest chef Peter
Tarantino. Service starts at 5:30 p.m. Prices varty for this a la carte menu.
4801 Bryan St. 214-824-2200. www.alessioscatering.com
ARTHUR'S PRIME STEAKS AND SEAFOOD A three-course dinner will be
offered on New Year's Eve, along with music and dancing. Starting at 5
p.m. $75. 15175 Quorum Drive. 972-385-0800. www.arthursdallas.com.
ASIAN MINT A five-course New Year's Eve dinner with
a complimentary glass of champagne features entree selections such as
crispy sea bass and duck confit. Seatings at 5, 7, 9 and 11 p.m. $45;
$20 more for wine pairings. 11617 N. Central Expressway. 214-363-6655.
www.asianmint.com.
AURORA An a la carte menu marking the new year will be offered
for dinner Dec. 28-31, starting at 5:30 p.m. Prices vary. 4216 Oak Lawn
Ave. 214-528-9400. www.auroradallas.com.
BLT STEAK The regular menu will be served on New Year's Eve.
There will be complimentary champagne at midnight. 5 p.m. to midnight. Prices
vary. 5301 Alpha Road. 972-726-9200. www.bltsteak.com
BLUE GOOSE CANTINA The restaurants' regular brunch menu, featuring
omelets, potatoes and guacamole, will be available on New Year's Day along with
a Bloody Mary bar. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Prices vary. 4757 W Park Blvd., Plano,
972-596-8882. 14920 Midway Road, Addison, 972-726-8771. 2905 Greenville,
214-823-8339.
BLUE MESA GRILL New Year's Day brunch buffet includes traditional
breakfast items, Southwestern fare, and a variety of desserts, as well
as mimosas and champagne. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. $16.95, $6.95 for children 6
to 10, free for children 5 and under. Available at various area
locations (in Dallas, Addison, Plano, Fort Worth and Southlake).
www.bluemesagrill.com.
BUGATTI RISTORANTE A three-course dinner will be offered on New
Year's Eve. Seatings begin at 5 p.m. $57.
3802 W. Northwest Highway. 214-350-2470.
CAFE IZMIR New Year's Eve celebration includes a four-course
dinner, party favors, music and belly dancing. 5:30 to 11 p.m. $50; $65
for dinner and admission to Kismet lounge next door for its New Year's
Eve party, featuring a champagne toast, party favors and drink specials.
3711 Greenville Ave. 214-826-7788. www.cafeizmir.com.
• Doors open at 9 p.m. for Kismet party. Admission is $25 in advance, $30
at the door. 3707 Greenville Ave. 214-228-2970.
CANARY CAFE Chef Mansour Gorji's four-course New Year's Eve menu
includes a choice of appetizers such as Bulgarian feta with pomegranates
and pita bread, a choice of entrees such as prime beef tenderloin, and a
champagne toast. 5 p.m. to midnight. $55. 5100 Belt Line Road.
972-503-7080. www.canarycafeaddison.com.
CAPRICCIO RISTORANTE Dinner and live music on New Year's Eve.
5 p.m. to midnight. $39.95. 420 Parker Square, Flower Mound. 972-691-5700. www.capriccioristorante.com
CENTRAL 214 A four-course prix fixe menu is offered in addition
to the regular menu. Dinner from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Bar and lounge 5 p.m. to
2 a.m. $65 or $95 with wine pairings. 5680 N. Central
Expressway at Mockingbird Lane inside Hotel Palomar. 214-443-9339. www.central214.com
CHAMBERLAIN'S FISH MARKET GRILL A multicourse New Year's Eve menu
includes a choice of starters such as lobster bisque, a choice of
entrees such as brandy-flamed Kobe flat iron steak and sautéed Alaskan
halibut and a choice of desserts such as pumpkin spice crème brûlée.
4525 Belt Line Road, Addison. 972-503-3474.
www.chamberlainsrestaurant.com.
• First seating features a three-course menu. 4:30 to
6:30 p.m. $55.
• Second seating features a four-course menu. 6:45 to
9 p.m. $69.
• Third seating features a three-course menu. 9:15 to
11 p.m. $55.
CHAMBERLAIN'S STEAK AND CHOP HOUSE A multicourse New Year's Eve
menu includes a choice of starters such as shrimp, crab and lobster
chowder; a choice of entrees such as filet mignon with lobster béarnaise
sauce; and a choice of desserts such as hazelnut mousse cake. 5330 Belt
Line Road. 972-934-2467. www.chamberlainsrestaurant.com.
• First seating features a three-course menu. 4:30 to
6:30 p.m. $64.95.
• Second seating features a four-course menu. 6:45 to 11 p.m. $79.95.
THE CLUB New Year's Eve celebration includes an a la carte dinner
menu, along with music, dancing and party favors. The first seating
begins at 5 p.m.; the second begins at 9 p.m. Prices vary. 3102 Oak Lawn
Ave. 214-526-3100.
CRÚ: A WINE BAR New Year's Eve menu includes first-course
selections such as honey-tamarind-glazed Texas quail and main-course
items such as herb-roasted beef tenderloin. At Dallas and Plano
locations. www.cruawinebar.com.
• Early seatings begin at 5 p.m. $50.
• Late seatings begin at 9 p.m. $75, includes champagne at midnight,
party hats and noisemakers.
DADDY JACK'S WOOD GRILL New Year's Eve celebration includes a
four-course dinner, live music and party favors. 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. $55.
2723 Elm St. 214-653-3949. www.daddyjackswoodgrill.com.
DALLAS FISH MARKET A three-course prix fixe menu is offered
on New Year's Eve, including butternut squash soup, tempura lobster, wild mushrooms,
stuffed quail, and cobbler. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. $80. 1501 Main St. 214-744-3474.
www.dallasfishmarket.com
DICK'S LAST RESORT New Year's Eve party package includes an
appetizer, dinner entree and dessert along with live entertainment. 8
p.m. $49.99. 2211 N. Lamar St. 214-747-0001. www.dickslastresort.com.
• Cover is $10 for bar service and live music only.
THE FAIRMONT DALLAS The New Year's Eve celebration, in the
hotel's Venetian Room, includes an open bar, a five-course dinner with
wine pairings, music, dancing and a champagne toast, as well as a
take-home keepsake per couple. Cocktails at 8 p.m., dinner at
8:30 p.m. $195. 1717 N. Akard St. 214-720-5340. www.fairmont.com/dallas.
• Early seating for a three-course wine dinner, in the hotel's Pyramid
Grill, begins at 6 p.m. $75.
FEARING'S A multicourse New Year's Eve dinner menu includes
main-course selections such as beef Wellington and Dover sole. 2121
McKinney Ave. 214-922-4848.www.fearingsrestaurant.com.
• First seating begins at 5 p.m. $175.
• Second seating begins at 9 p.m. $250, includes champagne toast and
party favors.
FERRARI'S ITALIAN VILLA ADDISON An a la carte menu is offered
on New Year's Eve, featuring appetizers such as fried calamari, entrees such
as filet mignon and risotto, and desserts such as crème brûlée
and cheesecake. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Prices vary. 14831 Midway Road, Addison. 972-980-9898.
FERRARI'S ITALIAN VILLA GRAPEVINE A special menu, featuring
lobster, veal, and filet mignon is offered, plus there will be casino tables,
dancing, live music, a countdown with party favors, balloon drop, and a complimentary
glass of champagne. Dinner at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. Celebration from 9 p.m. to 1
a.m. Prices vary. $25 cover after 8 p.m. 1200 William D. Tate, Grapevine. 817-251-2525.
FERRE RISTORANTE E BAR New Year's Eve celebration includes a
multicourse menu (featuring main-course choices such as filet mignon
with lobster risotto). 3699 McKinney Ave. 214-522-3888.
www.ferredallas.com.
• Early seatings feature three courses. Beginning at
5 p.m. $37.50.
• Late seatings feature four courses. Beginning at
8:30 p.m. $75 (includes champagne toast, music, dancing and party hats).
FLAVOR ASIAN FUSION AND DESSERT BAR A three-course menu
(appetizer; a choice of fish or meat entree; and dessert) will be
offered on New Year's Eve. 5 to 10 p.m. $40. 9220 Skillman.
214-341-0244. www.whataflavor.com.
FOUR SEASONS RESORT AND CLUB New Year's Eve dinner features
three- and five-course menus, each with a choice of one entree. 4150 N.
MacArthur Blvd., Irving. 972-717-2420. www.fourseasons.com/dallas/holiday_events/2007.
• Early seating features three courses. Beginning at
5 p.m. $70.
• Late seating features five courses. Beginning at
8:30 p.m. $130 per person (includes live music).
FRANKI'S LI'L EUROPE Three-course dinner ($38) and four-course
dinner ($55) will be offered on New Year's Eve. Starting at 5 p.m. 362
Casa Linda Plaza. 214-320-0426.
FUSE A three-course menu is offered. Party favors will be given
away at midnight. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. $78. 1512 Commerce St. 214-742-3873.
www.fusedallas.com
GARDEN CAFE A four-course dinner on New Year's Eve includes a
choice of entrees such as salmon baked in puff pastry. BYOB. Seatings at
7:30 and 9:30 p.m. $42.50. 5310 Junius. 214-887-8330.
GHOSTBAR New Year's Eve party includes live music, dancing. Doors
open at 8 p.m. $75 in advance, $100 at the door. 2440 Victory Park Lane.
214-720-9909. www.n9negroup.com.
GO FISH A special three-course meal is offered, featuring starters
such as lobster bisque, entrees such as salmon and sea bass, and desserts such
as Butterfinger crème brûlée. 5:30 p.m. to 10
p.m. $70. 4950 Beltline Road. 972-980-1919.
GRAND HYATT DFW 2337 S. International Parkway, Dallas/Fort Worth
International Airport. 972-973-1240. www.grandhyattdfw.com.
• A five-course prix fixe menu on New Year's Eve includes selections such
as smoked Caribbean lobster. 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the hotel's Grand Met
restaurant. $75.
• A brunch on New Year's Day includes selections such as breakfast
pastries, fresh fruit, smoked salmon, made-to- order omelets, prime rib
and a variety of desserts. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m in the hotel's Grand Met
restaurant. $28, $14
for children 4 to 11, free for children 3 and under.
THE GRAPE New Year's Eve celebration features a three-course prix
fixe menu. 5:30 to 11 p.m. $55. 2808 Greenville Ave. 214-828-1981.
www.thegraperestaurant.com.
THE GRILL ON THE ALLEY A three-course prix fixe menu is offered
from Dec. 28 through New Year's Eve, featuring starters such as grilled d'anjou
pear salad, entrees such as prime rib, and desserts such as chocolate mousse.
5 p.m. to 10 p.m. $65. 13270 Dallas Parkway. 214-459-1601.
HOTEL ST. GERMAIN A multicourse dinner menu will be offered on
New Year's Eve. 2516 Maple Ave. 214-871-2516. www.hotelstgermain.com.
• First seating begins at 6 p.m. $95.
• Second seating begins at 8 p.m. $175 (includes live music and dancing).
HOTEL ZAZA New Year's Eve celebration includes a four-course prix
fixe dinner menu, served at two seatings, and a New Year's Eve party.
2332 Leonard St. 214-550-9500. www.hotelzaza.com.
• Four-course dinner: Early seating is from 5 to 7 p.m. $100. Late
seating, available after 7 p.m., is $150 (includes party favors,
champagne toast and admission to party).
• New Year's Eve party: Features entertainment, party favors, champagne
toast and more. Begins at 9 p.m. Cover (does not include dinner) is $50
per person.
HUMPERDINK'S A New Year's Eve dining special features a steak,
salmon and shrimp dinner. Available all day, starting at 11 a.m. $19.99.
At area locations. www.humperdinks.com.
HYATT REGENCY DFW The hotel's annual New Year's Eve celebration
includes a party featuring a dinner buffet, live music by a nine-piece
band, party favors, desserts and a midnight balloon drop. 7 p.m. to 1:30
a.m. Two packages are offered. 2334 N. International Parkway.
972-453-1234. www.hyattregencydfw.com.
• New Year's Eve Overnight Package: Includes accommodations for two,
party admission for two and covered self-parking. $255 per couple.
• New Year's Eve Deluxe Overnight Package: Includes accommodations for
two, in-room bottle of champagne, party admission for two, valet parking
and brunch for two (on New Year's Day). $325 per couple.
KIRBY'S STEAKHOUSE A New Year's Eve four-course menu is offered
with optional wine pairings. 5 p.m. to midnight. $80 plus tax and gratuity. 3305
E. Highway 114, Southlake. 817-410-2221. www.kirbyssteakhouse.com
LA DUNI LATIN CAFE New Year's Eve celebration includes a
four-course dinner, along with a champagne toast. Seatings are every 30
minutes from 6 to 10:30 p.m. $49.50. 4620 McKinney Ave. 214-520-7300.
www.laduni.com.
• Also at La Duni Latin Kitchen and Baking Studio, 4264 Oak Lawn Ave.
214-520-6888.
LAVENDOU A four-course New Year's Eve menu is offered. 5:30
p.m. to midnight. $79.95 plus beverage, tax, and gratuity. 19009 Preston Road.
972-248-1911. www.lavendou.com
LITTLE KATANA A four-course New Year's Eve menu includes
selections such as lobster bisque, wild Alaskan salmon, and sushi and
sashimi. 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. $59.95. 4527 Travis St. 214-443-9600.
MARTINI PARK New Year's Eve celebration includes passed hors
d'oeuvres, music, dancing, party favors and a champagne toast. Doors
open at 9 p.m. Admission is $75 for general admission; $125 for table
reservations. 7200 Bishop Road, Plano. 214-473-6644.
MIGNON A three-course menu is available on New Year's Eve. 4:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. $59.95.
4005 Preston Road, Plano. 972-943-3372. www.mignonplano.com
NANA New Year's Eve celebration includes Anthony Bombaci's six-
and eight-course dinners and a bar buffet. 2201 Stemmons Freeway.
214-761-7470. www.nanarestaurant.com.
• Six-course dinner begins at 6 p.m. $125.
• Eight-course dinner begins at 9 p.m. $225 per person (includes a bottle
of champagne per couple). There will also be live music and party favors.
• Bar buffet begins at 9 p.m. $125.
N9NE STEAKHOUSE New Year's Eve celebration includes an a la carte
menu from 5 to 7:30 p.m. (prices vary), a five-course prix fixe menu
from 7:30 to 9 p.m. ($125, includes champagne and caviar toast) and
music (begins at 9 p.m.). 3090 Olive St. 214-720-9901. www.n9negroup.com.
NOBU A chef's tasting menu for two will be available on New
Year's Eve. 5:30 to 11 p.m. $300 per couple (includes a bottle of
champagne per couple). 400 Crescent Court. 214-252-7000.
www.noburestaurants.com.
NOVE ITALIANO New Year's Eve party features an
a la carte menu of classic Italian fare (seatings begin
at 5:30 p.m.) and live music (begins at 9 p.m.). Prices vary. 3090 Olive
St. 214-720-9903. www.n9negroup.com.
PARK CITIES PRIME On New Year's Eve, guests can order from the regular menu and will receive a complimentary glass of Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label champagne with their entree. Seatings are at 5, 7 and 9 p.m. Party favors and a midnight toast add to the festivities. 8411 Preston. 214-691-7763
OCEANAIRE SEAFOOD ROOM New Year's Eve celebration features three-
and four-course menus. Seatings are from 4:30 to 6 p.m. for three-course
menu ($69) and from 4:30 to 11 p.m. for four-course menu ($75). 13340
Dallas Parkway.
972-759-2277.
OLEA MEDITERRANEAN BISTRO A three-course New Year's Eve dinner
is offered. 5:30 p.m. to midnight. $49.95. 5809
Preston Road, Plano. 972-378-0203. www.oleabistro.com
OLENJACK'S GRILLE A three-course New Year's Eve menu includes
main-course selections such as lamb shank and bacon-wrapped trout. 5 to
9 p.m. Prices vary depending on main-course selection. 770 Road to Six
Flags East, Arlington. 817-226-2600.
PETE'S DUELING PIANO BAR New Year's Eve celebration includes live
piano music, light hors d'oeuvres and party favors. 8 p.m. $20. $50 per
person for table reservation (with minimum of four guests per table). At
locations in Addison and Fort Worth. www.petesduelingpianobar.com.
POPOLOS A three-course New Year's Eve menu features a choice of
five selections in each course, along with live jazz (starting about
7:30 p.m.), a champagne toast and party favors. 5 p.m. $49.95. 707
Preston Royal Shopping Center. 214-692-5497.
RAZZOO'S CAJUN CAFE Area locations are taking orders for to-go
Cajun fried turkeys (marinated for 36 hours and then deep-fried). Each
turkey ($49.95) serves about 12 people. Sides, such as red beans, dirty
rice and green beans, are available by the pint ($3.99, serves two to
three people) and by the quart ($6.99, serves four to six people).
Orders must be placed 24 to 36 hours prior to pickup. www.razzoos.com.
ROSEWOOD MANSION ON TURTLE CREEK
A three-course prix fixe New Year's Eve menu includes selections such as
caviar and Kobe beef, along with
live jazz in the bar. 6 to 11 p.m. $120. 2821 Turtle
Creek Blvd. 214-443-4747. www.mansiononturtlecreek.com.
ST. MARTIN'S WINE BISTRO 3020 Greenville Ave. 214-826-0940.
www.stmartinswinebistro.com for menu.
• New Year's Eve dinner features three courses and a champagne toast.
Starting at 5 p.m. $75 per person.
• New Year's Day dinner features three courses, along with a
complimentary bottle of select wine per couple. Starting at 4 p.m. $35
per person.
SAMBUCA A multicourse New Year's Eve menu will be available at
three seatings: 5 p.m. ($49.95 for three courses), 7 p.m. ($59.95 for
four courses), and 9 p.m. ($79.95 or $105, depending on seating, for
four courses). 15207 Addison Road. 972-385-8455.
www.sambucarestaurant.com.
SCENE A three-course menu is offered. Party favors will be given
away at midnight. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. $108. 300 N. Akard. 214-468-8600.
www.scenedallas.com
STEEL A four-course New Year's Eve prix fixe menu includes
first-course choices such as duck confit spring rolls, second-course
choices such as Thai coconut soup, third-course choices such as grilled
rack of lamb and fourth-course dessert choices (served family style)
such as chocolate volcano cake. Seatings from 5 to 7 p.m. ($55) and 7:30
to 10 p.m. ($100; includes a champagne toast and party favors). 3102 Oak
Lawn Ave. 214-219-9908. www.steeldallas.com.
STEPHAN PYLES Choose from two New Year's Eve menus created by Stephan
Pyles. 1807 Ross Ave. 214-580-7000. www.stephanpyles.com.
• Five-course dinner at 6:30 p.m. $100; $150 with wine pairings.
• Seven-course dinner (with champagne toast, party favors and
entertainment) at 9:30 p.m. $150; $225 with wine pairings.
STEVE FIELDS' STEAK AND LOBSTER LOUNGE A multicourse New Year's
Eve menu includes a choice of soup or salad; an entrée; and dessert,
along with live piano music, party hats and a champagne toast. 5 p.m. to
1 a.m. $80. 5013 W. Park Blvd., Plano. 972-596-7100.
www.stevefieldsrestaurant.com.
SULLIVAN'S STEAKHOUSE A special New Year's Eve menu is offered,
featuring appetizers such as shrimp cocktail and crab cake, salads, entrees including
filet mignon and salmon, sides including mashed potatoes and creamed corn, and
desserts including key lime pie and chocolate dipped strawberries. 5 p.m. to
11 p.m. $79.99 or $100 for seating in the bar with live band. 17795 N. Dallas
Parkway. 972-267-9393. www.sullivansteakhouse.com
TRADER VIC'S A '70s-themed New Year's Eve celebration includes
disco dancing, cocktail specials, a champagne toast and party favors. 10
p.m. $10 at the door. A four-course tasting menu, available from 5 to
11 p.m., is $70 (includes admission to party). 5330 E. Mockingbird Lane.
214-823-0600.
TRECE MEXICAN KITCHEN AND TEQUILA LOUNGE An a la carte tasting
menu, featuring appetizer selections such as pecan-crusted crab cake and
Hudson Valley foie gras, will be available during two seatings on New
Year's Eve. Prices vary. 4513 Travis St. 214-780-1900.
www.trecerestaurant.com.
• First seating is from 5 to 7 p.m. Includes entertainment, music and
party favors.
• Second seating is from 9 to 11:30 p.m. Includes entertainment, music,
party favors and a champagne toast.
VIA REAL A special New Year's Eve menu is offered, including
roasted butternut squash soup, a variety of salads, entrees including veal
and bass, and desserts including roasted pineapple mascarpone ice cream. 5 p.m.
to 10 p.m. Prices vary. 4020 N MacArthur Blvd., Irving. 972-650-9001. www.viareal.com
VICTORY TAVERN Pick three courses (appetizer, main course and
dessert) from a New Year's Eve menu.
3030 Olive. 214-432-1900. www.victorytavern.com.
• Early seatings are from 5 to 8 p.m. $35.
• Late seatings are from 8 to 10 p.m. $55 (includes champagne toast,
music and party favors and hats).
WARWICK MELROSE HOTEL A six-course New Year's Eve menu in the
hotel's Landmark Restaurant includes entree choices such as pan-seared
prime beef tenderloin. 6 to 10:30 p.m. $85. 3015 Oak Lawn Ave.
214-224-3152. www.warwickmelrosedallas.com.
ZIZIKI'S A three-course New Year's Eve dinner will be offered at
three seatings (6, 8 and 10 p.m.), with music, party favors and a
champagne toast at the last seating. $49. At Travis Street and Preston
Road locations. www.zizikis.com.
ZÚBAR New Year's Eve party includes music, a midnight champagne
toast and a balloon drop. Doors open at
5 p.m. $10 admission before 10 p.m., $20 after. Ages 21 and older only.
2012 Greenville Ave. 214-887-0071.
Nightclub and hotel celebrations
CELEBRATE NEW YEAR'S EVE Dave Tanner's ProSession (a seven-piece dance
band) performs pop and country for this dance party, which also includes
dinner, a cash bar and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. 8
p.m. to 1 a.m. Crowne Plaza Suites, 7800 Alpha. $100 per person.
Reservations required by Dec. 29. 972-281-5969. www.davetannermusic.com.
DICK'S LAST RESORT Classic covers by the Drop-Top Rockets will
rock this annual party. $49.99 ticket also includes dinner, a champagne
toast at midnight and Dick's "survival kit." $10 for party-only
admission, free for those attending the Dallas Stars hockey game that
night. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. 2211 N. Lamar St. 214-747-0001.
GHOSTBAR Rocker Cisco Adler hosts a star-studded dance party with
rapper Shwayze and Black Eyed Peas' DJ Poet Name Life. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
33rd floor of the W Hotel, 2440 Victory Park Lane. $75 in advance, $100
at the door. 214-720-9909.
GLASS CACTUS The megaclub at the Gaylord Texan Resort &
Convention Center celebrates with party favors, hors d'oeuvres, a
midnight champagne toast and '70s dance hits performed by cover band Le
Freak. Doors open at 8 p.m., party 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine. $75-$150. Ticketmaster. For info on a
package that includes the party and a room, call 817-722-9039.
www.glasscactusnightclub.com.
GRAND HYATT DFW Complete package includes overnight
accommodations, valet parking, a bottle of champagne and strawberries
delivered to your room, dinner in the hotel dining room, a party with
light entertainment and a champagne toast, and brunch on New Year's Day.
2337 S. International Parkway, D/FW Airport (Terminal D). $449 per
couple. Call for more details: 972-973-1234. www.grandhyattdfw.com.
GRAPEVINE BAR This eclectic Oak Lawn pub throws a New Year's bash
with an open bar, a dinner buffet, party favors and dancing on the
patio. Starting at 1 a.m., guests will be shuttled to a nearby hotel for
an after-hours party. 3902 Maple Ave. $65 in advance, $80 at the door.
214-522-8466. www.myspace.com/thegrapevinebar.
HARBOR POINT CLUB & GRILL Come early for this first-come,
first-seated party featuring hors d'oeuvres, music by cover band Danny
and the Dinosaurs, black-eyed peas, cabbage and ham, party favors and
champagne at midnight. Food 7 to 11 p.m., band starts at 8:30 p.m., club
closes at
2 a.m. 2121 Buckingham, Richardson. No cover charge, no reservations.
972-231-9365.
HOTEL ZAZA'S HEAVEN AND HELL NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY Guests will
walk through pearly gates to enter this chic bash with three party
areas: a heavenly urban oasis in the tented patio, a red-and-black
underworld in the uptown ballroom and purgatory in the grand gallery.
Amenities include live entertainment, "surprises,"
party favors and a champagne toast
with a keepsake glass.
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. At the hotel, 2332
Leonard. $50. 214-468-8399.
www.hotelzaza.com.
IDLE RICH PUB The Uptown pub hosts a party
with DJ Mars, party favors, a champagne toast and food (served until 10:30 p.m.). 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
2614 McKinney. $5 after 9:30 p.m. 214-965-9926. www.idlerichpub.com
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL No. 799 This event, open to the public,
features Beatles tribute band Hard Night's Day, a dinner buffet, party
favors and a champagne toast. 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. 10110 Shoreview. $50.
214-348-3931. www.kofcdallas799.org.
NEW YEAR'S FAMILY GALA Presented by 4Visions and FunAsia, this family event features Bollywood-style dancing; an appetizer buffet for the adults; and a kids' area with face painting, a magic show and balloon fun. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Omni Mandalay, 221 E. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving. $40, $25 for children under 12. 214-923-8925. www.4visions.com.
NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECTACULAR Dance to three live bands (Hunter
Sullivan, Johnny Reno & the Lounge Kings and the Cary Richards
Orchestra) and enjoy casino games, a fortuneteller, balloon drop,
midnight champagne toast and a late buffet. Presented by Alon USA and
Capital One and benefiting Communities in Schools Dallas Region.
9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Hilton Anatole,
2201 Stemmons. $150, casino chips
extra. 214-827-0955, ext. 226 or ext. 222. www.cisdallas.org.
NEW YEAR'S NATION Ivy Lounge joins in this event that simulcasts
parties in eight cities across the country (Boston, New York,
Philadelphia, Detroit, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles and Seattle).
Includes three DJs, an open bar, hors d'oeuvres and food stations (8:30
to 11 p.m.), champagne upon arrival and at midnight and a live Webcast.
Doors at 8:30 p.m., party 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Ivy Lounge, 1217 Main.
$125-$175. 214-276-7555. dallas.newyearsnation.com.
NYLO HOTEL The Nylo's Loft celebration includes all the food and beverages you desire for $100. 8 p.m. to midnight. A New Year's package with a guest room for two, as well as drinks and food for two in the Loft, starts at $309. 8201 Preston, Plano. 972-624-6990. www.nylohotels.com/plano
THE OLD MONK The Irish pub furnishes the party favors and the midnight champagne toast. DJ Mick Fortune provides dance tunes. 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
2847 N. Henderson. No cover. 214-821-1880. www.oldmonkdallas.com.
PEARL AT COMMERCE Smokin' Joe Kubek and Bnois King provide blues
at this party that includes a buffet and champagne toast.
9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. 2038 Commerce. $30. 214-655-8824.
www.pearlatcommerce.com.
PETE'S DUELING PIANO BAR Sing along to favorite tunes performed
by four piano players. Includes party favors and champagne. 8 p.m. to 2
a.m. 621 Houston St., Fort Worth. $20, $50 for reserved table seating
(minimum of four per table). 817-335-7383.
POOR DAVID'S PUB A midnight countdown and a New Year's kissing
contest are highlights of this annual bash that also features party
favors, music by B'Ann Grant and the Stingers, a champagne toast and
black-eyed peas. Doors at 7:30 p.m., party 9 p.m. to
2 a.m. 1313 S. Lamar. $15. 214-565-1295. poordavidspub.com.
THE RITZ-CARLTON and FEARING'S Uptown's newest luxury hotel
offers a package that includes a suite or guest room, dinner for two at
the four-star Fearing's restaurant inside the hotel, a champagne toast
and party favors, New Year's Day breakfast and valet parking. 2121
McKinney Ave. $819 to $1,229 per couple. 1-800-241-3333.
www.ritzcarlton.com.
SANDAGA'S MARKET The African art gallery becomes a jazz club for
this party with music by the Carla Norris Quintet, hot hors d'oeuvres
and champagne. 9 p.m. until after midnight. 1325 E. Levee St. $50,
reservations required. 214-616-0802.
SCAT JAZZ LOUNGE Ricki Derek & the Vegas Five channel the Rat
Pack for the fifth annual New Year's Ring-A-Ding. Guests will receive
party favors and a midnight champagne toast. Doors at 8 p.m., party
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. 111 W. Fourth, Fort Worth. $50. Front Gate Tickets or
www.rickiderek.com.
STAGECOACH BALLROOM It's pure country at this Fort Worth club's
end-of-year party with music by the Coachmen, party favors, champagne
toast, black-eyed peas and cornbread. 8:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
2516 Belknap, Fort Worth. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 817-831-2261.
www.stagecoachballroom.com.
TIN SPIRITS Live blues on the main stage, DJs in the lounge and
dinner are included in this holiday package. Includes champagne toast
and party favors. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. 814 S. Main, Grapevine. $75-$125; $25
without dinner. 817-310-3211. www.tinspirits.com.
ZUBAR This Lower Greenville nightspot counts down to 2008 with a
video montage, a balloon drop and a champagne toast at midnight. Special
guest DJ Brett Johnson drops in. 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. 2012 Greenville. $10,
$20 after
10 p.m. 214-887-0071
