Photo courtesy of The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville
It's almost time to send 2020 packing and surely a year this chaotic deserves a proper send-off.
From socially-distant celebrations and intimate dinners to livestreamed concerts and virtual party packages, we've rounded up some of the best New Year's Eve happenings in Music City.
In Person Celebrations
Happy Noon Year
Adventure Science Center's annual Happy Noon Year celebration is perfect for families looking to ring in the new year before bedtime! This year's event will be spread out over three days to ensure there's plenty of room for socially-distanced fun. While the festivities end at 1 p.m., the museum will remain open until 3 p.m. In addition to a noon year countdown, guests can expect live science shows, museum floor activities, planetarium shows, and more. adventuresci.org
NYE Masquerade Ball
Fable Lounge will host a NYE Masquerade Ball on Thursday, December 31 complete with various contests and prizes. The space has been transformed into a winter wonderland equipped with twinkling lights, holly, and wintry Instagrammable photo ops. fablelounge.com
Its Almost Over: A 2020 Send Off
Say goodbye to 2020 and raise your glass to 2021 at L.A. Jackson! This New Year's Eve, the Gulch hotspot is inviting guests to dine and drink at their It's Almost Over: A 2020 Send Off event. Guests will enjoy signature dishes from the a la carte menu along with festive drinks and beats by a guest DJ. The event is on a first come, first serve basis on Thursday, December 31, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. lajacksonbar.com
New Year's Eve at Hidden Bar
To give a proper send off to 2020, Noelle Nashville is hosting a socially-distant NYE party in their pop-up bar, Hidden in the Snow. Guests will enjoy exclusive Hidden Bar cocktails, a champagne toast, live music, and lite bites. To follow proper social distance protocols, Hidden in the Snow will offer two seating time options and reservations are required. eventbrite.com
Old Crow Medicine Show at Ryman Auditorium
Old Crow Medicine Show are once again set to ring in the New Year at Ryman Auditorium, performing Dec. 30 and 31 to a limited in-venue audience. In addition, fans around the world will be able to tune in via Livestream for the band's Dec. 31, 10 p.m. performance which will also feature special guests including Marty Stuart with more to be announced soon. sessionslive.com
Limited Bourbon Release
On December 31, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., The Sutler Saloon will offer a limited-time release of the bourbon allocation they've been saving for the past several years. Guests will have access to the full dinner menu, as well as a 14 oz. smoked ribeye special. In addition to live music in the evening, the restaurant will be open that day for Bluegrass Brunch. thesutler.com
Let's Go Back To The Future: A New Year's Eve Celebration
Virgin Hotels Nashville is going back to the future and bidding farewell to 2020 with a New Year's Eve celebration complete with a DJ, complimentary champagne toast, belly dancers, and more. eventbrite.com
It Was All A Dream
Graduate Nashville's rooftop bar and restaurant is bringing the party to individual tables for a safe New Year's Eve festivity. Servers will be bringing around a Grey Goose martini cart from table to table featuring old-school martinis and lavish cocktail party fare. graduatehotels.com
Intimate Dinners
The 404 Kitchen
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at The 404 Kitchen! The team will be offering an unforgettable menu that will draw this year to a perfect close. The celebratory menu, created by Chef Bolus, features ribeye with black truffle and steak butter, crab salad with sourdough and crème fraîche, crispy fingerling potatoes, apple tarte tatin, and more. the404nashville.com
Bobby Hotel
Bobby's beloved heated igloos will be available to book for NYE, complete with festive colorful string lights, seasonal cocktails, and delectable bites. For those who prefer to ring in the New Year indoors, Bobby's signature restaurant, Tavern at Bobby, will be offering a three-course prix fixe and a la carte menu. The celebration will continue into the evening with a lively DJ performance from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. bobbyhotel.com
Bourbon Steak
Toast to the new year 34 stories high above downtown Music City streets surrounded by stunning skyline views, deeply satisfying dishes, anticipatory services, and great conversation at Bourbon Steak. Due to limited seating, all guests must obtain a reservation. nashvillebourbonsteak.com/nye/
Denim at The Joseph
Ring in 2021 21-stories high at The Joseph Nashville's rooftop lounge. Sip champagne and savor a tiered presentation of shareable bites, as you relax in comfortable luxury with skyline views, a curated playlist, and festive vibes. The special New Year's Eve menu is $175 per person (excludes tax and gratuity) and includes two glasses of champagne paired with delectable bites and decadent desserts to share. thejosephnashville.com/denim
E3 Chophouse
The Hillsboro hotspot will be offering two dinner specials for New Year's Eve. Each option includes either a Tomahawk pork chop or steak, various sides, bread service, dessert, and champagne. For those who prefer to ring in the new year at home, E3 will offer butcher boxes to-go starting at $290. Orders will be accepted until 4 p.m. on December 31. e3chophousenashville.com
Etch and etc.
Chef Deb and her culinary team are pulling out all the stops for the last meal of 2020. At downtown hotspot Etch, Paquette will offer a socially-distanced, four-course prix fixe menu complete with optional wine pairings. While in Green Hills, Chef Deb will offer both an in-house dining experience and a three-course meal available to take home. etchrestaurant.com/nye/; etc.restaurant/nye/
Marsh House
Known for its elevated Gulf coast cuisine, sophisticated craft cocktails, and superb wine program, Marsh House will be offering a memorable NYE dinner experience. Diners can expect a range of offerings combining seasonal and Southern flavors available for both dine-in and carryout. Curated by Chef/Owner Brian Landry and Executive Chef Vu Vo, the four-course prix fixe menu will be offered from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday, December 31. marshhouserestaurant.com
North Italia
Reservations are now available for North Italia's festive, three-course New Year's Eve dinner. The prix fixe menu will feature cheers-worthy cocktails, house favorite dishes, and a few indulgent holiday specials. Guests will have a choice of one starter, one entrée, and one dessert for $60. For revelers who would prefer to ring in the new year at home, the prix fixe menu will also be available for takeout and delivery orders via DoorDash and Olo. northitalia.com
The Optimist
The Optimist Nashville will offer a five-course prix fixe menu for dine-in only on Thursday, December 31. Tickets for the special NYE dinner start at $115 per person with optional wine pairings and supplements. theoptimistrestaurant.com
Saint Stephen
Ring in 2021 with the team at Saint Stephen Nashville! The restaurant will be hosting two events: a five-course dinner in the main dining room and a Secret Society New Years Exlsuive Celebration at the tasting counter. Each experience will include delicious bites from James Beard award-winning Chef RJ Cooper and reservations are required. exploretock.com/saintstephen/
Santo
Green Hills hotspot Santo will be hosting a limited-seating New Year's Eve Dinner on December 31, starting at 5 p.m. Tickets start at $75 and include a five-course meal and champagne toast. Additional wine pairings and a special 2020-themed cocktail list will also be available. santonashville.com
Sambuca Nashville
Gulch hotspot Sambuca Nashville is currently accepting reservations for its New Year's Eve Celebration on Thursday, December 31. Guests will enjoy live music from Matt McAtee & the Eventuals and a midnight champagne toast. sambucanashville.com
Vigilia di Capodanno
Food lovers can celebrate New Year's Eve at Yolan, where chef Tony Mantuano, wine expert Cathy Mantuano, and their team take revelry to an art form with a dazzling food and wine affair. Live music will fill the elegant dining room as guests journey through eight courses all paired to perfection with rare pours and sparkling favorites. Black tie welcomed and reservations are required. yolannashville.com
Virtual
Jack Daniel's Music City Midnight
Due to COVID-19, this year's Music City Midnight has moved from an outdoor concert to a televised and online show. The evening will feature live music from indie-rock band Moon Taxi and powerhouse trio The Shindellas. visitmusiccity.com
NYE Celebration with Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit
Livestream from Brooklyn Bowl Nashville
Brooklyn Bowl Nashville will host a virtual New Year's Eve Celebration with Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, available to livestream on FANS. The concert features a full-band performance with the 400 Unit, fully charged with the band's distinctive strand of rock 'n' roll and raw storytelling. During the stream, viewers are encouraged to support Nashville's Independent Radio, Lighting 100. fans.live
Nicky's Coal Fired NYE Celebration
Nicky's Coal Fired has launched an interactive and all-inclusive virtual New Year's Eve party package as a safe and satisfying way to bid 2020 adieu. The virtual party package includes a four-course dinner kit for two and a live cook along with Chef Tony Galzin coupled with an exclusive musical performance by Alanna Royale. Elevate the meal by purchasing an add-on beverage package that includes a Belvedere Martini Kit and bottle of Veuve Cliquot. Packages are limited and will be available to purchase until 8 p.m. on December 26 or until sold out. nickysnashville.com