Salem New Year's Events: 2019 Guide

SALEM, MA – 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 town-by-town listings below of New Year's celebrations and events for 2017 in and near Salem if you're one to want to go out, plus a look at what television programming may make you want to stay in.

We'll be adding new events to this post as they pop up, so make sure to email dave.copeland@patch.com with any events you hear about. Be sure to check back as the big day nears!

If you want to go out..

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Salem actually has two New year's Eve celebrations in a single night: the free, family-friendly countdown from 4-6 pm at the Old Town Hall and the late night ticketed event when Old Town Hall is transformed into a dance hall from 9 pm - 1 am. Both events are sponsored by the City of Salem, Salem Main Streets and Creative Salem. For more information, see the event Website.

New Year’s Eve Celebration in The Cellar

Ring in the New Year with The Hotel Salem at The Cellar! Celebrate 2019’s arrival with one of the best DJs from Boston & the North Shore: DJ Zati. Dress to impress for the biggest party night of the year! Tickets are $49 and include an elaborate dessert bar, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. Cash bar with special NYE cocktail menu and specialty craft beers on tap at the North Shore’s longest bar. Tickets ($49) available online.

NYE Guestroom Special at The Hotel Salem

With the purchase of two tickets to the party at The Cellar, guests are invited to take advantage of 15% off on-site stays that night at The Hotel Salem. Make that 20% off with stays of 2 or more nights! Book your stay at www.thehotelsalem.com/specials

New Year's Eve Dinner at the Hawthorne Hotel

Enjoy an a la carte menu in Nat’s and Sophia’s accompanied by live piano. Reservations strongly recommended. For Reservations, please call 978-825-4311.

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.

"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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