Decatur New Year’s Events: 2018 Guide

DECATUR, GA – Love it or hate it, New Year’s Eve is happening again this year. Whether you plan to ring in 2018 at your favorite restaurant, a buzzing party with your friends, or all cozied up in front of the TV, we’ve got you covered.

So pop the bubbly, come up with some resolutions you can actually stick to and get ready to celebrate the New Year. Check out the listings below of New Year’s celebrations and events for 2018 in and near Decatur and DeKalb County if you want to go out, plus a look at which TV shows may make you want to stay in.

If you want to go out ...

• Ring in the New Year with Dance Hall Decatur, the DeKalb History Center’s holiday extravaganza. It features a professional DJ playing all your favorite dance hits. The party takes place on Sunday, Dec. 31, from 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Historic DeKalb Courthouse, at 101 East Court Square in Decatur. Admission includes delicious appetizers from Soiree Catering and Events, two drink tickets, sodas, a champagne toast at midnight, and holiday party favors. For tickets and more info, click here.
• CJ's Hideaway in Lithonia will be transformed into one of the most romantic venues in Metro Atlanta to host Empire New Year 2018. The party will run from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. at the local entertainment venue at 1510 Rogers Lake Road. For more info and tickets, click here.
• The 2017 ATL New Year's Eve Party by Exclusive Promo Squad will kick off at 9 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 31, and run until 3 a.m. at the John Koryan Event Hall, 6011 Memorial Drive in Stone Mountain. For tickets and more info, click here.
• The Bliss Lounge in Stone Mountain will present the ultimate New Year's Eve celebration — Bliss Ball 2017 with Romain Virgo alongside the Unit Band 876. The party starts at 10 p.m. on Dec. 31 and runs until 4 a.m. The Bliss Lounge is at 5471 Memorial Drive, Suite A, in Stone Mountain. For tickets and more info, click here.

We’ll be adding new events to this post as they pop up, so be sure to check back as the big day nears!

If you want to stay in ...
If your idea of the perfect New Year's Eve is curling up on the couch with a hot toddy and watching the countdown in your pajamas, you're in luck. These are the top two live TV specials people are already talking about. Here's a peek so you can you can plan accordingly:

"New Year's Eve Live" With Anderson Cooper And Andy Cohen

Where to catch it: CNN

Why you should watch: For the first time ever, Anderson Cooper will host CNN's annual New Year's Eve Live special with none other than "Watch What Happens Live" host Andy Cohen. As these two are best friends in real life, you can expect tons witty banter and hilarious moments from the pair. The Bravo mogul will replace Cooper's former co-host Kathy Griffin, whom CNN fired after her controversial Donald Trump photoshoot.

"Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2018" Hosted by Ryan Seacrest

Where to catch it: ABC

Why you should watch: Remember last year's infamous Mariah Carey mic incident? Yes, it happened on Seacrest's watch. So if that's any indication, this could be a good one to tune-in to. And even if there aren't any crazy celebrity snafus, you can count on crazy views of Time Square packed with people, as well as awesome musical performances.

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