After a crazy year, it’s finally time to say goodbye to 2020. From a grand dinner to the annual (but different) First Night celebration, ring in the new year in style at one of these virtual and in-person events on New Year’s Eve.
British NYE Party!
Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Make your way across the pond while staying safe in NoVA. Spend the day enjoying food specials, special beer and an early ball drop. Table reservations are required between 6-8 p.m. Outdoor seating will be available all day. // Vanish: 42245 Black Hops Lane, Leesburg; free admission
New Year’s Eve Grand Salamander Dinner
Dec. 31, 6-10 p.m.
End the last day of the year with a feast. The Salamander Resort will be serving a delicious seven-course dinner, that includes butter poached king crab, beef tenderloin and wagyu beef carpaccio. An optional wine pairing will also be available at an additional cost. // Salamander Resort & Spa:500 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg; $400
First Night Alexandria
Dec. 31, 6:30 p.m. & 9:30 p.m.
This year, First Night Alexandria is going virtual and socially distant. The show will go on with a drive-in concert experience. Stay warm in your car as you watch the area’s best performers and fireworks show on the stage. Guests can also tune into the show from home. // $20-$75
The Reagan Years New Years Eve Party
Dec. 31, 7 p.m.
Forget about 2020 and go back to 1980 with The Reagan years. Countdown the end of the year by rocking out to Madonna, Billy Idol and Guns ‘N Roses. Guests will need to have their temperature checked before entering and wear a mask when not in their assigned seats. // Tally Ho Theater: 19 W. Market St. SW, Leesburg; $40-$65
An Early New Year’s Eve with The Seldom Scene
Dec. 31, 7:30 p.m.
Have an early New Years celebration at The Birchmere. Enjoy a night of bluegrass with the Seldom Scene. Masks must be worn when not seated. // The Birchmere: 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria; $39.50
New Years Eve Flashback to The 80’s Party with DJ D
Dec. 31, 8 p.m.
Continue to support local music venues this New Year’s Eve with Jamin Java’s end of the year party. Dress in your best 80s garb and dance 2020 away. All guests will be required to wear a mask and adhere to social distancing rules. // Jammin Java: 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna; $30-$40
United in Song: Celebrating the Resilience of America
Dec. 31, 8-9:30 p.m. & 9:30-11 p.m.
Stay at home for a night full of star performances. This PBS special was filmed at Mount Vernon and the Kennedy Center as a way to celebrate and welcome 2021. Performers include Patti LaBelle, Yo-Yo Ma, Josh Groban and more. // PBS, pbs.org and PBS Video App; free
New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball
Dec. 31, 9 p.m.
Enjoy a night of dance and mystery at Strictly Ballroom. Dance the night away, as you learn the cha cha, and dance traditional ballroom, latin and swing. Finish the night and year with the traditional midnight toast. // Strictly Ballroom: 125 Olde Greenwich Drive, Suite 190, Fredericksburg; $40-$50
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