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Check out our list of top spots in Houston to welcome 2024 to the stage.
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Ring in the new year at one of the country’s only lesbian-specific bars! Pearl Bar is hosting a New Year’s Eve bash complete with amazing music, VIP accommodations, and a complimentary toast. Hosted by Amber Whittington, the celebration will kick off at 8 pm, and guests will enjoy tunes by DJ Von Kiss as well as a free champagne toast at midnight. The cover is $10, and VIP tables and couches for groups ranging from two people to groups of six are available HERE.
Get the new year celebrations started early at Rich’s Houston for their NYE Drag Brunch! Hosted by the Queen of Rich’s herself, Blackberri, the event will feature performances by Amaya J Ross, Edna Anderson and Catalina Seymour with music by DJ Aracely. Showtimes include 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm. Reservations are highly encouraged and can be made at Opentable.com
Make plans to celebrate at JR’s Bar & Grill for Houston’s biggest no cover New Year’s Eve party — NYE Party 2024! In the heart of the Gayborhood, enjoy the sounds of Adam Madi from 4 pm to 9 pm and DJ Atreyu Frausto from 9 pm to 2 am. Guests of the evening will enjoy a midnight champagne fountain & toast, serpentine, hats, and noisemakers.
BUFFALO BAYOU BREWING CO.
Celebrate the end of 2023 at NYE at BuffBrew! The event is slated to be the best New Year's Eve Rooftop Party in Houston! Your ticket gets you access to the brewery’s Rooftop Beer Garden starting at 9 pm, free hors d'oeuvres, a complimentary first beer, live music, and a midnight champagne toast. Get your tickets today for this 21+ party at https://order.toasttab.com/online/buffalo-bayou-brewing-co.
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Celebrate the dawn of a new year in style and with amazing food! Barcelona Wine Bar on Westheimer is the perfect vibe for those looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve with luxe tapas and a complimentary midnight toast. No tickets or door charges for the evening, but reservations are highly encouraged. Take your celebration to the next level and welcome in 2024 as only the Spaniards know how!
Kiss 2023 goodbye at one of Houston’s top gay bars! Celebrate the new year at Michael’s Outpost with a variety show featuring some of H-Town’s top talent. Featuring Amanda Marie Parker, Carmina Vavra, Hu'Nee B, Lana Blake, Lauren Salazar, Regina Thorne-DuBois, Sloane Teagle, and Violet S'Arbleu all under one roof, the evening will also include a free champagne toast at midnight. Reserve a table today by calling (713) 520-8446 during business hours.
Get dressed up for the all-inclusive New Year’s Eve party of your dreams! Complete with a premium bar, chef appetizers, a DJ spinning all night, and topped off with a midnight champagne toast, Lawless Spirits & Kitchen is the host with the most. The party kicks off at 9 pm, so get your tickets today HERE and get ready to party in luxury!
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Ring in 2024 with an exclusive New Year’s Eve party at La Colombe d’Or! The gorgeous hotel located in the heart of Montrose will welcome 2024 to the stage in their Mansion, decked out in gold, for a festive celebration. General admission and VIP tickets, which include an exclusive dinner experience, are available, as well as NYE stay packages for those looking for a complete holiday package. The party kicks off at 10 pm, so get your tickets today HERE.
Kick off the new year with plenty of laughs at The Secret Group! The comedy club on Polk Street is hosting “Comedy Countdown: New Year’s Eve Comedy Showcase” from 11 pm to 1 am, hosted by Patrick Eady. The evening will feature some of the best comedians in Houston, and tickets are on sale now HERE.
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Julep is hosting a New Year’s Eve celebration, complete with bubbles, oysters and more! A limited number of booth reservations are available from 10 pm to 2 am for $850 (plus tax and gratuity). Booths accommodate groups of 6 and come with 1 bottle of champagne, 1 Bottled in Blond large format cocktail (Bonded Bourbon & Rye Manhattan [750ml] served over large format ice), 6 signature cocktails, large seafood tower or Baller Board, complimentary champagne toast at midnight, and NYE party favors for the group. Guests will also enjoy a live DJ throughout the night. Formal attire is recommended for the evening’s celebration. For parties of 40-50 guests, the private dining room is available for $100/person minimum. Other fees apply. Please contact info@julephouston.com to book. See all options and reserve here.
Top-notch comedy is on the menu at “The Riot presents New Year's Eve Late Sunday Night Comedy Showcase”. The event promises plenty of laughs and entertainment at the comedy show at Rudyard’s on Waugh Drive. Get tickets today for hilarious jokes, witty punchlines, uproarious performances, cheap drinks, and great times!
HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE
Ring in the new year and celebrate 2023 being extinct at Houston Museum of Natural Science! The museum is hosting “Mixer and Elixir: New Year's Eve” featuring DJs, food trucks, and cash bars. Dance the night away to live music provided by Joilux Band at this end-of-year bash, which kicks off at 8 pm. General admission tickets are available HERE, and VIP tickets which include private areas, bars, one drink and light bites, can be secured HERE.
