CONCERTS

Seattle Symphony Orchestra: Concert, Countdown, & Celebration End the year in style with a performance of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, followed by an after-party with a live band, dancing, and countdown. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., 215-4800, seattlesymphony.com. 9 p.m. $52–$153.

Celebration Lane Street Show Catch this tribute to all things glittery with light displays, dancing drummers, and music, “while festive bubbles fall from the sky.” The Bellevue Collection, 575 Bellevue Square, 454-8096, bellevuecollection.com. 7 p.m. Free.

Emerald City Soul Club & Dug Normally hosted at the LoFi, the DJs of the ECSC and Dug take to Chop Suey to celebrate the new year with two rooms of soul and funk. Chop Suey, 1325 E. Madison St., 324-8005, chopsuey.com. 9 p.m. $15. 21 and over.

Eldridge Gravy & the Court Supreme The 14-member “funk juggernaut” will crowd the stage at Columbia City Theater. With Breaks and Swells. Columbia City Theater, 4916 Rainier Ave. S., 722-3009, columbiacitytheater.com. 8 p.m. $20 adv./$25 DOS.

Artist Home New Year’s Eve Party Talking Heads cover band This Is Not My Beautiful Band will warm up one of the city’s oldest watering holes before an all-star band featuring members of Cumulus, OK Sweetheart, and Tea Cozies rings in the new year with hits ranging from LCD Soundsystem to Tom Petty. Conor Byrne, 5140 Ballard Ave. N.W., 784-3640, conorbyrnepub.com. 9 p.m. $18. 21 and over.

Pancho Sanchez

Spend the evening with a legend as the Latin jazz singer and bandleader draws on 40 years of lively performance to usher in New Year’s Day. Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, 2033 Sixth Ave., 441-9729, jazzalley.com. 6:30 & 10:30 p.m. $50–$179.50.

Massy Ferguson and Staxx Brothers Enjoy a hearty American meal followed by a concert by all-Americana rock band Massy Ferguson and soul group Staxx Brothers—complete with a midnight Champagne toast. Hard Rock Cafe, 116 Pike St., 204-2233, hardrock.com. 9 p.m. $20.

Ever So Android The Seattle-based rock duo rallies crowds at live shows with music described as “dark industrial electro-dance-rock.” With VibraGun, C-Leb & The Kettle Black, Dirty Dirty. High Dive, 513 N. 36th St., 632-0212, highdiveseattle.com. 8 p.m. $10 adv./$12 DOS.

The Dwarves If shocking hardcore punk is your thing, this is your party, featuring a band notorious for its subversive stage show and for once faking the death of its guitarist. With Fang, the Derelicts. Highline, 210 Broadway E., 328-7837, highlineseattle.com. 8 p.m. $20–$25. 21 and over.

Shabazz Palaces Greet the new year on a different planet with Seattle’s top experimental hip-hop group. The Neptune, 1303 N.E. 45th St., 682-1414, stgpresents.org. 9 p.m. $25.

Junior on the Prowl Get down to your classic rock favs with fun and energetic covers from this trio. Musiquarium at the Triple Door, 216 Union St., 838-4333, thetripledoor.net. 9 p.m. Free. 21 and over.

Neon New Year’s Eve This is the perfect spot for the ‘80s music junkie with synth group Nite Wave, New Wave and post-punk devotees the West, and more. Nectar Lounge, 412 N. 36th St., 632-2020, nectarlounge.com. 9 p.m. $20–$25. 21 and over.

Beat Connection The indie-electronic band closes out an impressive year with promises of more in 2015. With Pillar Point, Manatee Commune, CUSTOMS Crew Neumos, k o m o n o. Neumos, 925 E. Pike St., 709-9442, neumos.com. 8 p.m. $20 adv. 21 and over.

Donald Glaude Making his Q debut, the Tacoma native brings 20-plus years of party-starting to the dance-floor. Q Nightclub, 1426 Broadway, 432-9306, qnightclub.com. 9 p.m. $30. 21 and over.

Lenny Williams Live The notable R&B and soul artist plays while you enjoy a buffet dinner and gift bag. Royal Esquire Club, 5016 Rainier Ave. S., 723-2811, royalesquireclub.com. 7 p.m. $100–$175.

The Nines This five-piece takes you through the evolution of music from the ‘70s to 2015, including Studio 54 funk, synth, and rock. Seattle Center, 684-7200, seattlecenter.com. 8 p.m. Free.

The Cave Singers This trance-inducing roots-rock outfit has some serious Seattle street cred, rising from the ashes of Pretty Girls Make Graves. With Gazebos, Corey J Brewer. Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave. N.W., 789-3599. 8:30 p.m. 21 and over. SOLD OUT.

Reignwolf Jordan Cook has earned comparisons to Jack White and was deemed a “One-Man Blues-Rock Army” by Rolling Stone. With Rose Windows, Thunderpussy. The Showbox, 1426 First Ave., 628-3151, showboxpresents.com. 10 p.m. $27.50 adv./$30 DOS. 21 and over.

Common Kings This night is devoted to good vibes with a mix of rock, reggae, R&B, and classic soul influenced by acts such as D’Amgelo, Stevie Wonder, Led Zeppelin and Maroon 5. With Two Story Zori, Lions Ambition. Showbox SoDo, 1700 First Ave. S., 628-3151, showboxpresents.com. 8 p.m. $30 adv./$35 DOS.

The Beatniks Playing music of the ‘60s and ‘70s, this band will bring energy, charisma, and chemistry to the party. Skagit Valley Casino, 5984 Darrk Lane, Bow, 360-724-7777, theskagit.com. 7:30 p.m. $90.

Young Fresh Fellows Celebrate the new and improved you at the new and improved Sunset Tavern with these veterans of the Seattle music scene. With the Fucking Eagles, Less Than Equals. Sunset Tavern, 5433 Ballard Ave. N.W., 784-4880, sunsettavern.com. 9 p.m. $10. 21 and over.

Leroy Bell & His Only Friends The onetime X Factor standout will deliver a night of deep soul that will likely earn him even more friends. Different packages are available, including concert, Champagne, and credit toward food/drink/tax/gratuity. Triple Door, 216 Union St., 838-4333, thetripledoor.net. 7 p.m. (all ages) and 10:30 p.m. (21 and over). $70–$100.


PARTIES

Shelley & the Curves NYE Party Begin the evening with a prime rib and salmon dinner, then enjoy music by Seattle’s “favorite party & dance band.” Best Western Executive Inn, 200 Taylor Ave. N., 448-9444, bestwestern.com. 9 p.m. $110.

Ballard Elks NYE Party Dance in formal attire to Seattle’s Left Turn on Blue, a 10-piece horn band playing blues, funk, swing, and classic soul. Ballard Elks Lodge, 6411 Seaview Ave. N.W., 784-0827, ballardelks.org. 8 p.m. $15–$30.

Dance Yourself Clean If you’re a dance-party minimalist, DYC claims to offer music lovers a no-frills atmosphere to dance and have fun instead of the typical swanky nightclub or warehouse rave. Music inspired by LCD Soundsystem, Charli XCX, Cut Copy, and Icona Pop. Barboza, 925 E. Pike St., 709-9442, danceyourselfclean.com. 8 p.m. $15 adv. 21 and over.

Century Ballroom Enjoy a five-course dinner and live salsa dancing across two rooms in one of Seattle’s iconic spaces. Century Ballroom, 915 E. Pine St., 324-7263, centuryballroom.com. 6:30 p.m. $30–$125. 21 and over.

New Year’s Eve Party Party beneath an iconic fireworks display while dancing to the Michael Benson Band, and enjoy delicious appetizers and desserts from Collections Cafe. Chihuly Garden and Glass, 305 Harrison St., 753-4940, chihulygardenandglass.com. 8 p.m. $152.21. 21 and over.

Bollysutra’s Bollywood NYE Extravaganza VIP guests get special dinner, followed by the best music of Bollywood curated by DJ RDX, ending with a complimentary Champagne toast at midnight. China Harbor, 2040 Westlake Ave. N, 286-1688, chinaharborseattle.com. 7 p.m. $25–$50. 21 and over.

BollyGrooves Seattle’s biggest and most reputable Bollywood night turns it up for true fans. Crocodile Cafe, 2200 Second Ave., 441-4618, thecrocodile.com. 9 p.m. $30 adv. 21 and over.

Indulgence This event will live up to its promise of excess, with 140,000 square feet of party space, 3,000 guests, three stages, and two VIP areas. EMP, 325 Fifth Ave. N., 770-2700, seattlebash.com. 8 p.m. $69–$350. 21 and over.

Paris Blohm Foundation Nightclub aims to welcome the new year with class, so please no athletic apparel, baseball hats or beanies, sandals/flip-flops, shorts, baggy clothing, or LED lights/glow products. Foundation Nightclub, 2218 Western Ave., 535-7285, foundation-nightclub.com. 9 p.m. $30. 21 and over.

Bonza Bash New Year’s Eve 2014 Gala Ball Indulge in glitz, glamour, and swank and enjoy music from KISS 106.1’s DJ Tamm and a live 18-piece band. Fremont Studios, 155 N. 35th St., 838-9080, bonzabash.com. 8:30 p.m. $69–$3,000. 21 and over.

Hello 2015 Embrace the evening’s motto—“New resolution: No regrets”—with music, prizes, food, and drink. Frolik, 1415 Fifth Ave., 971-8015, motifseattle.com. 8 p.m. $35. 21 and over.

Fireworks Boat Party Cruise around Lake Union dancing to DJs the Muzik Junkies, stopping only to watch the fireworks at midnight. Islander Champagne Cruises, 1611 Fairview Ave. E., 425-623-7103, champagnecruises.com. 9 p.m. $70. 21 and over.

King’s Hardware New Year’s Eve Dance to music by DJ Blazon Stone and toast with $20 bottles of bubbly all night. 5225 Ballard Ave. N.W., 782-0027, kingsballard.com. Free.

Linda’s Tavern New Year’s Eve The flyer claims this is your last chance to make 2014 weird. With DJ Money Ball$ and DJ Cuddlingus. Open 10 a.m. Jan. 1 for hangover brunch. 707 E. Pine St., 325-1220, lindastavern.com. Free.

Black Tie and Little Black Dress Start the party in formal wear and relax with hot tubs, saunas, stripper poles, and a Christmas-tree burning at midnight. Little Red Day Spa, 3200 Airport Way S., 963-0633, littlereddayspa.com. 9 p.m. $40 adv. $50 DOS.

NYE SNAP! Party like it’s 1999—or any of the nine years prior—at this celebration soundtracked by seven “trashy trash” DJs playing hits from the first Clinton era. LoFi, 429 Eastlake Ave., 254-2824, thelofi.net. 9 p.m. $18 adv. 21 and over.

The Lost Pelican Looking for a traditional New Orleans New Year’s Eve? You will find it here. 2400 First Ave., 441-5132, thelostpelican.com. 9 p.m.

Diego’s NYE Alter Ego Bash Guests are encouraged to bring a mask and their alter ego to journey through decades of music and, best of all, enjoy comfort food! Lucid, 5241 University Way N.E., 402-3042, lucidseattle.com. 9:30 p.m. $50–$300. 21 and over.

Cirque Enso Spend the night bowling, playing arcade games, eating, drinking, and dancing. There’ll also be live stunts and performances. Lucky Strike Bellevue, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., 425-453-5137, bowlluckystrike.com. 9 p.m. $35–$1,000. 21 and over.

Norm’s Black and White Party Dress up for a night of food and drink specials and a free Champagne toast at midnight. Norms Eatery & Ale House, 460 N. 36th St., 547-1417, normseatery.com. Free.

Spectra 2015 Drink Champagne from an aerialist, watch science demonstrations, and engage with the exhibits, planetarium, and laser dome. Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N., 443-2001, pacificsciencecenter.org. 8:30 p.m. $90–$175.

Viewing Party The Vista Room on the 28th floor of the Renaissance Seattle Hotel offers great views of the Space Needle fireworks display at midnight. 515 Madison St., 583-0300, renaissance-hotels.marriott.com. 9 p.m. Free.

New Year’s Dinner Cruise Departing from Lake Union Park, the cruise will include dinner, live music, a view of fireworks, and a Champagne toast. Royal Argosy, argosycruises.com. 8 p.m. $250. 21 and over.

New Year’s Eve Jaungada Balle Enjoy dancing and a toast to this year’s theme of “When You Wish Upon a Star.” Seattle Latvian Evangelical Lutheran Church, 11710 Third Ave. N.E., 362-9894, seattlelatvianchurch.org. 8:30 p.m. $25 suggested donation.

Shorty’s Avoid the pressure of dressing up and paying a lot of money. Instead, enjoy cocktails, hot dogs, beer, and the clack of pinball flippers. Shorty’s, 2222 Second Ave., 441-5449, shortydog.com.

New Year’s at the Needle Dine at SkyCity Soiree, toast with Champagne at midnight, dance on the Observation Deck, and watch the fireworks up close. Space Needle, 400 Broad St., 905-2100, spaceneedle.com. 8 p.m. $115. 21 and over.

New Year’s Eve Gala Enjoy beautiful music by talented musicians trained in piano, guitar, violin, and organ. Champagne and dessert to follow. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 8398 N.E. 12th St., Medina, 425-454-9541, stthomasmedina.org. 7 p.m. $20 suggested donation.

Three Crowns New Year’s Eve Ball Party across three floors featuring the Spyrographs playing ABBA, the Fancy Lads, and the Moonspinners, with (best of all) a Swedish pancake toast at midnight. The Swedish Club, 1920 Dexter Ave. N., 283-1090, threecrownsball.com. 8 p.m. $35–$50.

Trinity New Year’s Eve Celebrate in all three of Trinity’s rooms with music, party favors, Champagne, and a dramatic video countdown. 111 Yesler Way, 697-7702, trinitynightclub.com. 8 p.m. $25–$75. 21 and over.

Champagne Shenanigans The people from the Seattle Underground Tour bring you an exciting night featuring a magic show and a murder-mystery dinner event. Underground Tour, 608 First Ave., 682-4646, undergroundtour.com. 7:30 p.m. $95. 21 and over.

Resolution New Year’s Eve Resolve to dance the night away with a lineup featuring Morgan Page, Cosmic Gate, Kill the Buzz, Bro Safari, Zomboy, and many others. WaMu Theater, 800 Occidental Ave. S., 381-7555, resolutionseattle.com. 18 and over.

COMEDY

Xtreme New Year’s Theatresports Party Guaranteed to be a riotous party: 20 comedians face off in an improv battle scored by the audience. Market Theatre, 1428 Post Alley, 587-2414, unexpectedproductions.org. 9 p.m. $32 adv./$45 DOS.

Mike Birbiglia The master of embarrassing stories weaves his painful and hilarious narratives into theater that will make you laugh, cry, cringe, and love. The Moore, 1932 Second Ave., 467-5510, stgpresents.org. 9 p.m. $32.50–52.50.

Parlor Seattle’s NYE Comedy Classic Enjoy comedy from Joe Torry of House Party, BET’s Def Comedy Jam, and Billy Sorrells from Funniest Wins. Parlor Live Seattle, 1522 Sixth Ave., 602-1441, parlorlive.com. 7:30 & 10 p.m. $50–$60.

Jet City Improv New Year’s Extravaganza This all-ages comedy event includes an improv show, hors d’oeuvres, dessert, Champagne, and Space Needle fireworks on the big screen, followed by all-night dancing. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E., 352-8291, jetcityimprov.com. 8 p.m.

Jared Logan has been featured on VH1’s Best Week Ever, The Pete Holmes Show, and The Meltdown. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., 628-0303, comedyunderground.com. 8 p.m. $25–$55.

FILM

Moulin Rouge! New Year’s Eve Sing-Along Celebrate with free bling rings, liquid diamonds, and singing your heart out. SIFF Cinema Uptown, 511 Queen Anne Ave. N., 464-5830, siff.net. 9 p.m. $10–$15.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY

Children’s Museum Countdown Welcome the arrival of the new year with an apple-juice toast at midnight in each time zone, followed by an hour crafting something representative of that country. Rinse. Raise. Repeat. Children’s Museum, Seattle Center, 441-1768, thechildrensmuseum.org. 10 a.m. Free.

Rockin’ New Year’s Eve Parties For children and adults who like to party during the day, here’s a fun event with musical guests Miho & Diago, caricature artists, noisemakers, and New Year’s Eve hats. Noon. Free with museum admission. The Museum also offers a nighttime party with comedian and juggler Eric Haines, a variety show with Cowboy Buck and Elizabeth, balloon twisting, custom party-hat making, and a ceremonial ball drop as the grand finale. 6 p.m. $10–$15. Imagine Children’s Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett, 425-258-1006, imaginecm.org.

First Night Tacoma Head south for this family-friendly, community-building alternative to traditional year’s-end celebrations with live music (Owl Parliament, the Banner Days, Seattle Rock Orchestra, etc.) and spectacles. Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway, Tacoma, 591-5890, firstnighttacoma.org. 6:30 p.m. $10 adv./$14 DOS.

DINNERS

Bell + Whete Along with dishes like Porchini Potage, Tails and Trogger’s Pork Chop, or Chocolate Pot de Creme, are complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a $35 tasting menu. 200 Bell St., 538-0180, bellandwhete.com.

Hommage Enjoy a night of nine courses comprising mostly savory and one sweet dish, featuring uni/oyster; black truffle; foie gras; fall mushrooms; Dungeness crab; sole, lamb, or venison with fish option; and white chocolate. 198 Nickerson St., 283-2665, hommageseattle.com. $95/person, $55 wine pairing.

Intermezzo Carmine Delicious Italian food is all over a special five-course tasting menu with spirit and wine pairing. 411 First Ave. S., 596-8940, intermezzocarmine.com. $100–$120/person.

Lark Experience the new incarnation of Lark with a four-course meal featuring rosti potatoes, wagyu hanger steak, and a Bartlett pear tart. The restaurant will also celebrate with live music and plenty of bubbles. 952 E. Seneca St., 323-5275, larkseattle.com. $110/person.

Monsoon Sibling chefs Sophie and Eric Banh will offer special dishes alongside their regular menu, highlighting seasonal items in their lavish Vietnamese signature style. Also available at their Bellevue location. 615 19th Ave. E., 325-2111, monsoonrestaurants.com. 5 p.m. $48/person.

RN74 Dine from two menus that include roasted market beets with burrata, red kuri squash risotto with truffle spaghetti squash, and chestnut agnolotti with parmigiana reggiano, black trumpets, and matsutakes. 1433 Fourth Ave. (at Pike St.), 456-7474, michaelmina.net. $95–$150/person.

The Tin Table An elegant five-course meal with meat, fish, or veg option includes coffee-cured duck breast, Champagne sorbet, and pomegranate-glazed lamb. 915 E. Pine St., 320-8458, thetintablecom. 7 p.m. $70.

Volunteer Park Cafe Close the year at this neighborhood spot that features a communal table that runs the length of the room. The special year’s-end menu includes pear-fennel salad, sea scallops, filet of beef, and chocolate molasses pudding. 1501 17th Ave. E., 328-3155, alwaysfreshgoodness.com. 7 p.m. $95/person or $130 with wine pairings.