Crystal Lake-Cary New Year's Eve Events: 2018 Guide

CRYSTAL LAKE-CARY, IL — Love it or hate it, New Year's Eve is fast approaching. 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 town-by-town listings below of New Year's celebrations and events for 2017 in and near Tinley Park if you're one to want to go out, plus a look at what television programming may make you want to stay in.

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Want to celebrate the new year in Chicago? Check out the events happening there if you want to have fun away from where you live.

Going Out

Duke's Red Carpet New Year's Eve Dinner and Party

Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen is hosting the New Year's Eve dinner, featuring a five-course dinner with paired beer and wine for an extra charge. The event at 110 North Main St. in Crystal Lake starts at $55.

Staying 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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