Celebrate New Year's Eve in Bowie

Event:  Smokey Bones New Year’s Party
Where:
When: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m
Cost: $35 per person
Age: 21 and older to sit at the bar, all ages at tables; reservations strongly recommended.
Why: Come enjoy a three-course meal, party favors, lively music and more. It is sure to be a fun way to welcome 2012.

Event: Quiet Candlelight New Year’s Eve
Where:
When: 'Til closing.
Cost: No cover; menu prices
Age: All
Why: Not interested in a wild New Year's Party? Then go here for a quiet New Year’s Eve candlelight dinner in a cozy atmosphere with good food.

Event: Kid’s New Year’s Eve Party
Where:
When: 5 and 7 p.m.
Cost: No cover; menu prices
Age: All
Why: Bring the kids to this fun stop and enjoy a countdown, balloon drops and ginger ale toasts for the whole family.

Event: New Year’s Eve
Where:
When: 'Til 2 a.m.
Cost: No cover/menu prices
Age: All
Why: If you like trying new beers, Duclaw is the place for you this New Year's. They brewery be introducing a new beer, offering $2 off all wine and $1 off certain beers.

Event: New Year’s Eve Party
Where:
When: 'Til 1 a.m.
Cost: No cover; menu prices
Age: All
Why: Friday's promises a festive atmosphere filled with fun, food and drinks.