New Year's Eve is one of the most exciting nights of the year. On one hand, it's a chance to celebrate everything that happened over the past 365 days. On the other, it's a chance to put the past 12 months behind you as you look toward the year ahead. No matter what you're perspective, one thing is for certain: you certainly don't need to be bored! Check out this great listing of New Year's Eve events in the Milwaukee area for ideas on how to ring in the new year.
- 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. Monday, December 31
Where: BMO Harris Bradley Center, 1001 N. Fourth St.
Cost: $26.25 - $134.50
Contact: (414) 227-0700
- Stellar Spark 10
The entire Rave / Eagle's Ballroom will be taken over by DJs.
When: 8 p.m. Monday, December 31
Where: The Rave, 2401 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Cost: $39.50 - $158
Contact: (414) 342-7283
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New Year's Eve Family Celebration at the Domes
Bring the whole family for a fun evening with roaming children's entertainers, crafts, balloons, a magician, and much more.
When: 6 - 9 p.m. Monday, December 31
Where: Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, 524 S. Layton Blvd.
Cost: $10, $5 for children ages 4-17, free for children 6 and under.
Contact: (414) 803-7910
- Dead Man's Carnival New Year's Eve Show
Milwaukee's own troupe of burlesque dancers, sideshow and vaudeville acts.
When: 8 p.m. Monday, December 31
Where: Miramar Theatre, 2844 N. Oakland Ave.
Cost: $15
Contact: (414) 967-0302
- The Get Down New Year's Eve Dance Party
A special NYE edition of Milwaukee’s longest running Funk and Soul Dance Party
When: 9 p.m. Monday, December 31
Where: Turner Hall Ballroom, 1032 N. 4th St.
Cost: $20, $35 for VIP drink special tickets
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. Monday, December 31
Where: ComedySportz, 420 S. First St.
Cost: $35
Contact: (414) 272-8888
- New Year's with Jim Gaffigan
Stand-up comedian and New Year's party.
When: 9 p.m. Monday, December 31
Where: The Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St.
Cost: $55, $85
Contact: (414) 286-3663
- Polar Bear Plunge
An icy dip into Lake Michigan on New Year's Day.
When: 12 p.m. Tuesday, January 1
Where: Bradford Beach, 2400 N. Lincoln Memorial Dr.
Cost: Free
