Celebrations for all: Events around Albuquerque offer plenty of family fun

If you have not made plans on how to spend the last day of 2023, there are plenty of options in the greater Albuquerque area. Venue Plus has put together a roundup of things to do this New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31, that includes some family-friendly celebrations.

24K MAGIC: A NEW YEAR’S EVE EXPERIENCE

Step into a night of glamour and celebration at Damacios Bar & Tapas, 722 Central Ave. SW. Dance to the sounds of DJ Clout and DJ Tomnice from 9 p.m. to 1:45 a.m. A countdown and champagne toast will take place at midnight. Tickets are $25 per person and $40 per couple, plus fees, at eventbrite.com. This is an age 21 and older event.

A BLACK & WHITE NEW YEAR’S EVE AFFAIR

Enjoy an unforgettable, glamorous night filled with music, live comedy, dancing and fun from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown, 2600 Louisiana Blvd. NE. Dress in your best black and white attire and bid farewell to 2023. Indulge in a wide variety of delectable hors d’oeuvres and refreshing beverages throughout the night. Tickets are $100, plus fees. Visit eventbrite.com for tickets and information.

A VERY TAYLOR SWIFT NYE WITH DJ FLO FADER

Calling all Swifties! DJ Flo Fader will be curating a music video dance party dedicated to the reigning queen of pop and the music that influenced her from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at Tractor Brewing Wells Park, 1800 Fourth St. NW. Friendship bracelets, drink specials and more will be part of the fun. There is no cover for this event. For more information, visit facebook.com/tractorbrewingwellspark.

DANCING THROUGH THE DECADES

Enjoy two parties under one roof from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at Hotel Andaluz, 125 Second St. NW. DJ Juan Velasco kicks off the festivities in the Casablanca Ballroom. In another room, Kari Simmons & The Groove Line will have you dancing the night away in the Barcelona Ballroom. Full bars will be available throughout the hotel and complimentary valet parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Party favors, a champagne toast at midnight and an elevated tapas menu will be part of the event. Tickets are $175 per person and $300 per couple, plus fees. VIP section tickets in the Barcelona Ballroom are $2,000 and include tickets for 10 people, three bottles of champagne throughout the evening, and a private snack bar. Tickets are available at hotelandaluz.com/live-music-at-andaluz. This is an age 21 and older event.

‘EAST COAST TOAST’ GATSBY GALA

This completely non-alcoholic event will bring in the new year on East Coast time. Come dressed to impress in your Roaring ’20s attire for the event being held from 4:20 p.m. to 10:20 p.m. at 1014 Central Ave. SW, Studio A. Meraki Coffee and Market will put together a grazing table of delectable bites and Tori’s Cakes will provide the sweets. Other offerings include kombucha, elixirs, ceremonial caco, Kangen alkalized water, medicinal infusions, an oxygen bar and chair massages. Coyote Brothers, DJ Side Affex, DJ Bruno, DJ Valeria and comedian Bonnie Bigheart will keep things lively. Tickets are $65 per person at eventbrite.com.

NEW YEAR’S EVE BEFORE DARK

Spend a family-friendly New Year’s Eve from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS), 1801 Mountain Road NW; and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Albuquerque Museum, 2000 Mountain Road NW. Enjoy special hands-on activities from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at NMMNHS. Create art, listen to music from Entourage Jazz from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and enjoy the “O’Keeffe and Moore” exhibition on its last day at the Albuquerque Museum. The events are included with museum admission. For more information, visit nmnaturalhistory.org/events/new-years-eve-dark or cabq.gov/artsculture/albuquerque-museum/events.

NEW YEAR’S EVE MASQUERADE

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style with an amazing celebration that includes party favors, a champagne toast and a balloon drop at midnight. Dance the night away with Animated Jukebox, DJ Cut and Big Worm. The event runs from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at Embassy Suites by Hilton Albuquerque, 1000 Woodward Place NE. Tickets are $40, plus fees. A New Year’s Eve dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. It will include salads and starters including a smoked salmon display, entrees and sides that include a prime rib station and desserts. A glass of champagne or house wine is included. Dinner tickets are $87, plus fees. Dinner and party admission is $120, plus fees. For tickets and information, visit eventbrite.com. This is an age 21 and older event.

NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY WITH EL GOZAO + DJ DARLY

This New Year’s Eve dance party will feature live cumbia music by El Gozao in the newly expanded indoor venue at Juno Brewery + Cafe + Art, 1501 First St. NW. DJ Darly will be playing salsa, bachata and more in Juno’s main bar area. The event takes place from 8 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. and features complimentary champagne and party favors. Tickets are $25 general admission and $75 VIP for two, plus fees, at eventbrite.com.

NOON YEAR’S EVE AT EXPLORA

Celebrate the New Year at noon with a balloon drop for the whole family at Explora, 1701 Mountain Road NW. The kid-friendly party will take place from noon to 2 p.m. Tickets are $7 for children; $8 for students with ID, military, and seniors; and $11 for adults. Admission is free for children younger than 1 year old. More information is available at explora.us/events.

NOON YEAR’S EVE AND NEW YEAR’S EVE AT SKIDMORE’S HOLIDAY BOWL

Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with bowling, pizza, arcade games, a balloon drop, cake and cider for $20 per person at Skidmore’s Holiday Bowl, 7515 Lomas Blvd. NE. The party continues on the patio at noon with live music for $15 per person or $25 per couple. Guests can enjoy open bowling with pizza and arcade play from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. for up to six people for $99 per lane. The New Year’s Eve celebration will be held from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. It will feature live music by AOR, open seating, party favors, cake, a bubbly toast, raffle and more for $25 per person or $45 per couple. Call 505-268-3308 to RSVP.

SANDIA RESORT & CASINO

Roberto Griego will get the party started with a free New Mexico Noon Year show from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Tlur Pa Lounge at Sandia Resort & Casino, 30 Rainbow Road NE. Bring in 2024 to the sultry sounds of En Vogue. The talented divas will be part of the “Studio 24” New Year’s Eve event that will take place from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. inside the Sandia Grand Ballroom. DJ Jason Craig also will keep things moving and grooving during the event. Tickets are $75, plus fees. Ring in the New Year with New Mexico music maker, Gonzalo, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the Tlur Pa Lounge. Cover is $35. Head upstairs to Bien Shur and enjoy the cool sounds of The Rodney Bowe Experience from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. or wander to the Sandia Sports bar where DJ Diamond Tip will be spinning your dance favorites from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. There is no cover for either show. Visit sandiacasino.com/new-years-eve for more details.