NYE Celebrations at Salamander Resort and Spa
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, Times vary
From pre-event prep to post-party brunch, Salamander Resort has an assortment of New Year’s Eve offerings including an opportunity to get both your hair and makeup done for $149, a $162 four-course dinner ($210 with a wine pairing) and a party with Belvedere Vodka and Moët Hennessy USA starting at 9 p.m. that features live music, hors d’oeuvres, champagne and an open bar. There’s also a family-friendly celebration from 7 p.m.-midnight offering games, music and a buffet, plus a New Year’s Day Brunch starring bottomless mimosas or Bloody Marys for $25. // Salamander Resort and Spa: 500 N. Pendleton St., Middleburg
Clarendon Ballroom’s New Year’s Eve Gala
Dec. 31- Jan. 1, 8 p.m.–2 a.m.
For the 18th installment of this annual event, LIQUID A will take the stage while guests can enjoy a dinner buffet plus four drink tickets covering a number of spirits such as Tito’s, Jack and Jameson, plus Redbull, champagne, wine and bottled beers. Party favors and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight are also included, and once the clock strikes 12 a.m., balloons will drop and guests will be able to snack at a hoagie station. Tickets cost $70. // Clarendon Ballroom: 3185 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball at Tysons Biergarten
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 7 p.m.-2 a.m.
This masked event will host DJ Maskell in the basement and Jason Saitta’s live performance upstairs from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. On tap will be 18 German & Belgium biers plus local craft beers (available in the basement), and eats that include Bavarian pretzels and 10 different sausages. Fifty local and national beers will be available by the bottle or by can, and for something a little stronger, over 60 whiskeys can be found in the basement. If dancing isn’t your thing, you can pass the time by playing Jenga or cornhole. Tickets are $20 if you register in advance or $25 at the door. // Tysons Biergarten: 8346 Leesburg Pike, Tysons Corner
Brew Year’s Eve at Brew Republic
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
If you’re one for karaoke, feel free to belt out some tunes at this New Year’s celebration. But that’s not the only entertainment you’ll find here as the event also includes door prizes, a DJ, food, beer and wine. If you reserve a table ahead of time ($15 per chair) each person in your party will get a champagne toast, an appetizer to share, a raffle ticket and a drink ticket. // Brew Republic‘s Woodbridge/Stoneridge Tap Room: 15201 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge
Bubble Bash at Screwtop
Dec. 31, 6-8 p.m.
Sample 15 sparkling wines and receive two free glasses of your favorites—or two free glasses of beer/wine if you find out that sparking wine just isn’t for you. Guests will be able to taste 15 sparkling wines and light refreshments. Light hors d’oeuvres will also be available. Tickets cost $89.99.// Screwtop Wine Bar: 1025 N. Fillmore St., Arlington
Prix Fixe Three-Course Dinner at Copperwood Tavern
Dec. 31
In addition to a champagne toast, this $69 dinner will start off with a soup or salad followed by your choice of either lobster, steak, spaghetti squash or braised rabbit plus sides and Chocolate Temptation for dessert. The three-course meal will be available until 10 p.m., after which point guests can order bar fare up until 11 p.m. Those interested are encouraged to call to make their reservation. // Copperwood Tavern: 4021 Campball Ave., Arlington; 20465 Exchange St., Ashburn
Fireworks Dinner Cruise with the Spirit of Washington
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Boarding begins at 8 p.m.
For $179.90 those looking to ring in the new year in a nontraditional way can do so on this four-hour cruise experience. Expect to dance to whatever the DJ is mixing up, a platinum open bar, holiday decor and the same buffet-style menu as other Spirit dinner cruises. // Departs from 600 Water St. SW, Washington, D.C.
New Year’s Eve Gala at The Carlyle Glub
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m.
For a less-intense evening, relax to a live jazz dinner set while enjoying a buffet-style dinner, dessert bar and complimentary drinks. Later in the evening there will be live bands and two DJ’s mixing up modern hits, plus party favors and a champagne toast. Tickets start at $150.// The Carlyle Club: 2050 Ballenger Ave., Alexandria
Lansdowne Resort’s New Year’s Celebrations
Dec. 31
With the Deluxe Overnight Northern Virginia Accommodations for Two package, guests will be greeted with a complimentary glass of champagne upon arrival and rejoice in the fact that they do not have to check out until 2 p.m. the next day. On the last day of 2017, there will be a five-course meal at Piedmont’s Table plus specials on drinks and dinner at Coton & Rye, followed by a brunch buffet at Riverside Hearth the next morning. // Lansdowne Resort and Spa: 44050 Woodridge Parkway, Leesburg
Barrel & Bushel’s Annual Bootlegger’s Bash
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 9 p.m.–2 a.m.
Pretend it’s the Prohibition era by sipping on period cocktails that contain gin, vodka, rum, whiskey and bourbon. Munch on heavy hors d’oeuvres, check out the cigar bar and dance to tunes put together by DJ HIRYZE. The ‘Blind Pig’ ticket costs $79 and grants guests five drink tickets and a champagne toast, while the $129 ‘Speakeasy’ ticket allows for entry as early as 8 p.m., a three-course dinner, five drink tickets, a champagne toast and more. The best dressed individuals will be announced at midnight. // Barrel & Bushel: 7901 Tysons One Place, Tysons Corner
Potomac Riverboat Company’s Fireworks Cruise
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 10 p.m.-1 a.m. Boarding begins at 9 p.m.
While taking in views of monuments and fireworks, enjoy an open bar, a buffet of light hors d’oeuvres and desserts during this three-hour ride. Ring in 2018 with DJ tunes, party favors and a free champagne toast when the clock strikes midnight. Tickets start at $149 per person. // Departs from the Alexandria City Marina: 0 Cameron St., Alexandria
The Edge Sneaker Ball
Dec. 31-Jan.1, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
With a dinner, snack buffet, video game lounge and DJ, this New Year’s Eve event is fun for the whole family. Adult tickets are $45, while kid tickets cost $20. Children under four are free.// Competitive Edge: 14849 Persistance Drive, Woodbridge
New Year’s Eve Cruise with Nina’s Dandy
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Boarding begins at 7:30 p.m.
Usher in 2018 with a candlelit dinner of hot hors d’oeuvres, a seafood chowder appetizer, salad, entrees that include a baked cod filet, poached salmon and prime rib and dessert selections such as a puff pastry with eggnog custard, apple pie or a New York Style cheesecake. Guests will receive noisemakers, hats, feather tiaras and also be able to enjoy an open bar that includes spirits, beer, wine and champagne noisemakers. The event costs $190. // Departs from the pier in front of The Strand Parking Lot: 201 The Strand, Alexandria
New Year’s Eve with Odyssey Cruises
Dec. 31-Jan. 1, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Boarding begins at 8 p.m.
Weather permitting, when the clock strikes midnight, cruisegoers will be able to take in First Night Alexandria fireworks and participate in a complimentary champagne toast after a enjoying their plated dinner. Guests can also enjoy an open bar, holiday decor and live entertainment. The next day, there will be a buffet-style New Year’s Day Bottomless Mimosa Brunch from 1-3 p.m. Tickets start at $74.90. // Departs from 600 Water St. SW, Washington, D.C.