As millions prepare to party across the Hudson River in Manhattan on New Year’s Eve, it turns out Hudson County won’t be missing out on any of the partying either.
The practice of attending special events at nightclubs, bars, and restaurants has gained steam over the past few years, and it’s not stopping as 2010 winds down. Here are some of the local parties.
Parties in Hoboken and Jersey City
One party will take place at the Brass Rail in Hoboken, located at 135 Washington St. in Hoboken. A three course New Year’s Eve dinner will cost $70, and open bar will be an additional $40. Or an $80 open bar and hors d’oeuvres package could suit those looking just to party and drink to bring in the New Year. For more information, check out TheBrassRailNJ.com or call (201) 659-7074.
The newly opened Wicked Wolf in Hoboken will also host a New Year’s Eve party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The first 50 tickets sold cost $125 and then rise to $150. The event includes a DJ, party favors, a champagne toast at midnight, and a food buffet. Wicked Wolf is located at 120 Sinatra Dr. and can be reached at (201) 659-7500. For tickets, visit WickedWolfHoboken.com.
New Jersey Transit will operate special late-night trains on most rail lines during the wee hours of Jan. 1, 2011.
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At the brand new Village Pourhouse, located at 205 First St. in Hoboken, tickets are available from $100 to $150. The options include open bar with table seating for you and five friends, or seating in a comfortable skybox to celebrate the end of 2010. For more information, check out Hoboken.Villagepourhouse.com or call (201) 792-2337.
Mikie Squared, located at 616 Washington St., will host an $85 per ticket party with a full buffet, open bar, champagne toast, party favors, DJ with music and trivia, and prizes and giveaways. For more information, call (201) 792-0001 or visit MikieSquared.com.
From 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., 3A’s, located at 500 Grand St., will host a New Year’s Eve party for $80 per ticket. The party includes an open bar, family style dinner, champagne toast at midnight, and a DJ. For tickets, call (201) 217-1650.
In a “dress to impress” setting, the W Hoboken Hotel will host an 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. party for $175 per person. The event includes a premium open bar, an ‘80s band, DJ, and dancing. The W Hoboken Hotel is located at 225 River St., and tickets can be purchased by calling (201) 253-2510.
At Lana Lounge, 92.3 NOW FM will be broadcasting live on New Year’s Eve. An open bar package from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. includes a seven-course buffet meal, a champagne toast at midnight, three DJ’s, and three floors, and costs $99. A second package with no open bar will be offered for $49. The Lana Lounge is located at 90 River St., and tickets can be purchased at LanaLoungeNJ.com, or by calling (201) 656-8516.
The late night parties to bring in the new year will go on in Jersey City as well. For the sushi connoisseur, Teppan Bar and Grill, located at 319 Warren St., will host a $50 open bar party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. For information, visit TeppanJC.com or call (201) 451-9989.
Michael Anthony’s, located on the Newport waterfront, will host a party with live music and a DJ, as well as an open bar, midnight champagne toast, food buffets and desserts for $115. For more information about Michael Anthony’s, visit mar-jc.com. Michael Anthony’s is located at 502 Washington Blvd., and can be reached at (201) 798-1798.
On a boat and other ideas
For those seeking a classy waterfront experience, the Spirit of New Jersey will host a New Year’s Eve party on their cruise liner. The full dinner and party will cost $285, and will satisfy those who are unsure if they should party in New York City or New Jersey. Go right in the middle of the two!
NJ Transit adds trains
After the midnight party is over and you want to send your friends packing (or if you’re going somewhere yourself), New Jersey Transit will operate special late-night trains on most rail lines during the wee hours of Jan. 1, 2011. A modified weekday schedule with extra midday New York bound rail service will be in effect. For exact times, check out NJTransit.com.
Ray Smith may be reached at RSmith@hudsonreporter.com