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Looking for a fun way to ring in the new year? Check out this great listing of New Year's Eve events in Milwaukee for ideas.

  • The Harlem Globetrotters
    The world's zaniest trick basketball team will have you laughing your way into the new year.
    When: 1 and 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: Bradley Center, 1001 N. Fourth St.
    Cost: $20.50
    Contact: (414) 227-0700


  • New Year's Eve Under Glass
    Bring the whole family for a fun evening with live music, comedians, magicians and more.
    When: 6 - 10 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Blvd.
    Cost: $8.50, $4.50 for children ages 6-17, free for children 6 and under.
    Contact: (414) 803-7910


  • Major Goolsby's/RACC Run into the New Year
    A 5K race and a 3K fun run and walk.
    When: 12 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: Tommy Thompson Youth Center, State Fair Park, 84th St., West Allis
    Cost: $25 until Dec. 28, $35 on race day.
    Contact: active.com.


  • New Year's Eve with Cake
    Ring in the new year with the popular party band Cake.
    When: 9 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: The Riverside Theater, 116 W. Wisconsin Ave
    Cost: $55, $75
    Contact: (414) 286-3663


  • ComedySportz New Year's Eve
    A special New Year's comedy show with goodie bags, all-you-can-drink champagne and more.
    When: 8 and 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: ComedySportz, 420 S. First St.
    Cost: $35
    Contact: (414) 272-8888


  • Jim Gaffigan: The Sexy Tour
    Stand-up comedian and New Year's party.
    When: 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: The Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St.
    Cost: $55, $85
    Contact: (414) 286-3663


  • Cudahy Caroler Christmas
    A holiday show plus champagne toast and dessert reception with cast after the performance.
    When: 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: The Marcus Center, 929 N. Water St.
    Cost: $53
    Contact: (414) 273-7206


  • MSO Breaking Through to Joy
    Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 “Ode to Joy.”
    When: 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: The Marcus Center, 929 N. Water St.
    Cost: $25 - $92
    Contact: (414) 273-7206


  • New Year's at Potawatomi Bingo Casino
    Enjoy a Carribean-themed New Year's party.
    When: 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 31
    Where: Potawatomi Bingo Casino, 1721 W. Canal St.
    Cost: Free


  • Polar Bear Plunge
    An icy dip into Lake Michigan on New Year's Day.
    When: 12 p.m. Thursday, January 1
    Where: Bradford Beach, 2400 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.
    Cost: Free


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