St. Louis New Year's Eve Parties And Events: 2018 Guide

ST. LOUIS, MO — It's been quite a year, but 2017 is almost over. If you feel like celebrating, St. Louis has something for everyone. From Harry Potter balls to rowdy burlesque shows, here are the best ways around the city to ring in the new year. Let's hope it's a good one.

New Year's Eve at Molly's in Soulard — Enjoy New Year's Eve on St. Louis' largest patio, covered by heated tents with access to seven full bars, DJs, dancing, two balloon drops, champagne toasts, and a brand new light show. Sold out nine years and counting, general admission is $75.00 and includes an open bar from 9 p.m. to close and complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Molly's is also hosting a hangover brunch Jan. 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Prohibition: A New Years Speakeasy — An extravagant, over-the-top event. Includes your own table for parties of any size, a server (no annoying lines to an understaffed bar), quality liquor choices, a four course dinner, and show featuring singing, laughter, burlesque, aerial, fire, champagne toast, party hats, boas, glow sticks, confetti poppers, midnight count down, with a confetti cannon that kicks off a DJ dance party with you on stage, dancing and drinking to popular party favorites, under one of the best light systems in St. Louis. Tickets start at $90. Order online or by calling 314-436-7000.

Highway 61 Roadhouse — Open for New Years Eve brunch 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. A New Year Eve party begins at 6 p.m. Dinner will be served in two seatings, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Each seating includes any entree and either a cocktail or house salad, gumbo, jambalaya or an appetizer tasting from a special New Year's Eve menu. Anyone not interested in dinner can come for a midnight toast and party favors: $10 cover, first come, first served.

Pat Connolly Tavern Irish New Year's Toast — Sneak in an early toast at 6:00 p.m. when Ireland ushers in 2018. Whether you want to be in bed when the ball drops or get the party started early, Pat’s is the place to celebrate!Our friends at Guinness are sponsoring our "midnight" toast with complimentary stout samples to welcome 2018. The tavern will also have drink specials featuring Jameson Caskmates Irish whiskey and live music all night.

Yule Ball at The Den — Have you ever dreamed of being a part of the magic at Hogwarts? Do you wonder what it’s like to be a member of the Slug Club or have your tea leaves read by Professor Trelawney? Do you want to bop to the Weird Sisters or dance to Neville’s Waltz? Start a magical new holiday tradition this year by attending this Harry Potter-style Yule Ball. Formal wizarding robes required.

A Harry Potter New Year's Eve Experience — The second Harry Potter-themed party on the list, party with professors Dumbledore, Snape, McGonagall and Trelawney while you enjoy a visit to Honeydukes, The Leaking Cauldron, and Ollivander's Wand Shop. Meet real live owls in the Owlery, create a personalized Flipbook at the Daily Prophet or take a potions class with professor Snape. Challenge the professors to Quidditch Pong in the Triwizard Tournament! Visit the Hall of Prophecies for your personalized prophecy. Join professor Trelawney for divination class and have your tea leaves read by our Tarot experts or sneak away to watch Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire in the lounge. Expect a Champagne toast and surprises at the Witching Hour. Four types of signature cocktails, craft brews and wine are included in the cost, which starts at $150.

A Silver Screen Spectaculaire at the Casa Loma Ballroom — Roll out the red carpet and make an escape to the bygone era of movie musicals and MGM melodrama. Tickets start at $55 and include the show and a champagne toast at midnight. $70 Buffet tickets include a delicious midnight breakfast buffet, including options for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. VIP tickets start at $80 and include everything previously listed, plus a VIP seat in the front section. A VIP table for four is $350 and includes everything previously listed, plus a bottle of bubbly for the table.

Bissell Mansion Restaurant and Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre's Murder on 34th Street — Is Santa Claus a murder? This interactive comedy, murder mystery is presented with a 4-course meal to die for! Guests can ask for a "starring" role or just sit back and guess "who dunnit." Make your reservations now by calling the Bissell Mansion Dinner Theatre at 314-533-9830.

Juniper New Year's Eve Celebration — This will be Juniper's final New Year's Eve in its current location. Tickets are $75 per person and include a variety of hors d'oeuvres, open bar, DJ Hal Greens, midnight balloon drop and Champagne toast.

New Year’s Eve Bash at Three Sixty — Revel in celebratory cuisine, a bevy of amazing cocktails, champagne toast and an amazing fireworks display at the hottest rooftop bar in St. Louis. Ring in the New Year with live music as you sip hand-crafted cocktails with friends, all surrounded by sweeping views of the city. Reserved seating is required with a food and beverage minimum of $110 per person plus tax & gratuity. Those without reservations will pay a cover of $35 for standing room only. Contact Amber Brda at abrda@360-stl.com or 314-241-VIEW (8439) for reservations.

New Year's Eve 2018 at Howl at the Moon — Multiple packages include Champagne Supernova ($125 or $450 for a table of 4, includes reserved seating, open bar, dinner buffet, Champagne toast and party favors); The Big Shot-Bottle Service (table minimum $500, reserved seating, bottle purchase at a discounted price, dinner buffet); Just Dance ($100 per person, includes guaranteed entry, open bar, Champagne toast and party favors, does not include food or seating, must arrive after 9 p.m.).

Clayton Plaza Hotel — Why get stuck in just one ballroom for the night with just one band? At the Clayton Plaza you have access to our three elegant ballrooms and entertainment from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. Prices range from $70-$210. Call for details or to book your spot today: (314) 726-5400.

Marriott New Year's Eve Ball — Tickets start at $100 for access to two elegant ballrooms, dinner served to your table, a premium open bar, lodging at the newly renovated Marriott and the best entertainment in St. Louis, including the bands Contagious and Boogie Chyld.

Hyatt Regency's Ultimate New Year's Eve Party — Ring in the New Year at Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch with the Ultimate New Year’s Eve Party, featuring Dr. Zhivegas and Groovethang. The party starts at 8 p.m. and goes to 1 a.m. Tickets start at $129 and include a full dinner buffet, open bar, Champagne toast, party favors and confetti drop at midnight.

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