You are in the right neighborhood to celebrate the ending of 2016. Local establishments have prepared A LOT of awesome events, and only one question remains. Which of one these parties will you attend??! Let us walk you through the options …
This gift guide has been curated from among the offerings of Bushwick, East Williamsburg and Williamsburg small businesses. It has been sponsored by each business. The order of listings is incidental, and does not reflect our curatorial preference.
AdDress: 346 Himrod St., Bushwick
time of the event: starts at 5 p.m.
admission: free
Ops Pizza, the purveyors of wood-fired pies with a sourdough crust, welcome everybody for their NYE party! Keywords: Champagne, magnums, Budweiser, amaro, calzones, ‘za, beef stew, and Floating Islands!!!
AdDress: 254 Irving Ave., Bushwick
Time of the event: all night long
Admission: free
Bushwick’s beloved ’80s-themed kitchy pizza place, invites you to their NYE party. Get ready for $12 bottles of champagne and $50 open bar from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. for the heavy weights!
AdDress: 308 Bleecker St., Bushwick
Time of the event: 10 p.m.
Admission: free!
The boobie sibling to Pizza Party that lives across the street is naturally not missing out on such a big boob & booze occasion as NYE. Their allure? $50 open bar from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; $8 pints of champagne; $4 jell-o- shots and add a beer for $1 more. Sounds like a massive party to us!
NYE Pop Up Dinner with Chef Negro Piattoni at Honey’s
AdDress: 93 Scott Ave., Bushwick
Time of the event: 8 p.m.
Admission: $40 prix fix
Acclaimed chef Negro Piattoni and Honey’s are holding a special NYE dinner featuring primarily vegetarian meals with a focus on fermented foods and seasonal ingredients. At midnight, Honey’s patrons will be toasting with a free Yola Mezcal.
AdDress: 12 Grattan St., East Williamsburg
Time of the event: 10 p.m.
Admission: free
Local perennial, Pine Box, is inviting friends and patrons for what they promise to be the best NYE party in Bushwick. There will be balloon drop and free champagne toast at midnight. Oh, and did we mention Karaoke by Kings of Karaoke?
AdDress: 143 Troutman St., Bushwick
Time of the event: 10 p.m.
Admission: free
The reasons for loving a bar on any regular night will be multiplied this New Year’s Eve. That means you will go cray adoring Precious Metal that will have DJ Warp9 spinning hip hop, soul and funk all night for you to dance 2016 out. Expect a free champagne toast at midnight!
Prince NYE Party at The Bodega
adDress: 24 Saint Nicholas Ave., Bushwick
Time of the event: 8:30 p.m.
Admissin: free
One of several musical legends who passed in 2016 will be remembered at The Bodega, Bushwick’s beloved wine and beer bar. They are promising “fairly loud Prince and ’80s pop music” all night long. Moreover, your drinks will be served by a Prince doppelgänger, Markus. The night opens with select open bar during the “Purple Rain” viewing. There will be live video from Times Square and free champagne toast at midnight. The owners don’t exclude dancing on the bar, and general hijinks and craziness.
NYE Black and White Masquerade Ball at The Rookery
adDress: 425 Troutman St., Bushwick
Time of the event: 7 p.m.
admission: free
The Rookery is holding their 4th Annual NYE Black and White Masquerade Ball. DJ Health Klub will be spinning new and old party classics. The Rook’ is bringing out their heat lamps and fire, so get ready to party outside. There will be free masks, party favors, and champagne toast at midnight. Pub menu will be available as usual with an early dinner special, and the late night menu until closing. Yas!
AdDress: 6 Wyckoff Ave., Bushwick
Time of th event: 8 p.m.
admission: $10
One of Bushwick’s fave bars, Cobra Club, will celebrate the arrival of 2017 with a ton of bands (Sister Munch, Meltman, Slayer, But Gay, Chay & The Hostages) from 8 p.m. to midnight. At midnight there will be karaoke with Kings of Karaoke until 4 a.m., and DJs Uncle Larry & Jerk Party will be spinning all night long. Get psyched for $2 Sixpoint from 9 to 11 p.m. and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.
adDress: 985 Flushing Ave., East Williamsburg
time of the event: 9 p.m.
admission: free
Koda bar, known for its cocktails and great American food, will be paying homage to the beloved artists that died in 2016 in one epic celebration. All night we will be playing ’80s and ’90s music in honor of David Bowie, Prince, Maurice White, George Michael, Phife Dawg, and Lemmy.
adDress: 221 Knickerbocker Ave., Bushwick
Time of the event: 7 p.m.
Admission: free
Beloved French bistro Mominette will be serving $50 prefixe menu featuring choice of six oysters, lobster bisque, chestnut + cauliflower soup or fois gras for apps; swordfish, stuffed roast pig, duck breast or rabbit for mains with dessert and complimentary sparkling rose. Their full menu will also be available all night long. YUM!
Thank God It’s Over – NYE at Forrest Point
AdDress: 970 Flushing Ave., Bushwick
time of the event: all night long
admission: free
Forrest Point says that if ever there was a year’s end that we needed to celebrate, it’s 2016. Go do just that at Forest Point. There’s no admission, no price hikes and no minimum order required. Get excited for food, drink and dancing with a complimentary shot of whiskey at midnight.
New Year’s Day Brunch Burgers from Duncan’s at Dromedary
AdDress: 266 Irving Ave., Bushwick
time of the event: noon to midnight
admission: free
Nothing sops up the hangover blues like a pasture raised cheeseburger, especially if it’s made by local burger celeb, Galen Duncan. Head to Dromedary for brunchy burgers, which include veggie/vegan burger; chicken tenders; bacon egg & cheese; roast pork sandwich; french fries, or double decker tacos, and more. Join us noon till midnight New Year’s Day for all your cheeseburger needs.
AdDress: 9 Jefferson St., Bushwick
Time of the event: starts at noon
admission: free
Bushwick’s beloved Mexican eatery starts to celebrate early. Swing by at noon for $5 drinks, five shots for $10 (careful, tigers!), plus corttecy drinks. La Lupe plans to hold this drinking extravaganza at least until 11 p.m. or longer provided that the crowd will want to stay.
Phoenix Rising: NYE 2017 at Starr Bar
AdDress: 214 Starr St., Bushwick
Time of the event: 9 p.m.
Admission: $20-$50
Starr Bar donates portions of all its proceeds to Mayday Space, a community and activism hub. This NYE they will present some serious Africo-Latinx beats with Ladama, DJ Bembona and Austin Lebrón. Dress as your most fabulous warrior selves for the occasion. Dope!
Prohibition NYE 2017: Speakeasy sessions & Graham Presents
AdDress: 151 Meserole St., East Williamsburg
time of the event: 10 p.m.
Admission: $60
There’s no doubt that The Graham is a classy joint, and their NYE will be classy as well. The Graham will be transformed into a magical speakeasy. $60 admission will get you all inclusive drinks and entertainment, which includes never-ending punch bowl cocktails, beer and midnight champagne; live swing music and electroswing DJs and burlesque from Gemini B Litz. Don’t forget to class your act as well. For outfits think Peaky Blinders, Boardwalk Empire, Fantastic Beasts, Penny Dreadful, Steampunk, Vintage, Mobster, ball gowns, tuxedos and dapper dandy suites.
Bonne Année 2017 Party at Le Garage
adDress: 157 Suydam St., Bushwick
time of the event: 6 p.m.
admission: free
Indulge your senses at wonderful Bushwick’s French restaurant, Le Garage. They’ll be serving a four-course prix fixe menu for $55 or à la carte with a complimentary champagne toast at midnight! Walk-ins are welcome. For reservations, find them on Open Table, or email [email protected] or simply call 347.295.1700.
10th Annual NYE bash at Huckleberry Bar
adDress: 588 Grand St., Williamsburg
time of the event: 9 p.m.
admission: free
Fun Williamsburg bar Huckleberry says that their experience speaks for itself. Their 10th NYE Party will be a “sure thing” great. At Huckleberry you don’t have to pay a cover charge for a lame event. You don’t have to hop around from one place to another looking for what isn’t there. They got you!! Prosecco toast at midnight. DJ KBRISSY will be back on the ones and twos. Dress to impress and arrive early.
80’s Movies Theme NYE at Dromedary Bar
adDress: 266 Irving Ave., Bushwick
time of the event: 10 p.m.
admission: free
Bushwick’s tiki bar Dromedary will be hosting its first New Year’s Eve party, and is inviting you to come dressed in your freshest ’80s attire! Expect a DJ set by musical duo PROM! There will be free champagne toast at midnight, as well as free party favors, Bayou Rum tiki cocktail specials, wristband open bar options, and other surprises! The big screen will be showing the Times Square NYE drop, as well as episodes of The Twilight Zone and The Honeymooners. Yo!