From small, intimate soirees to big-budget extravaganzas, Kansas City has a party to match every budget and personality this New Year’s Eve. Following is a list of Kansas City’s celebrations for the big night. For a comprehensive calendar of Kansas City events, go to VisitKC.com.
Large-Scale Events
Kansas City Convention Center Grand Ballroom, 301 W 13th St., Kansas City, Mo., 816-513-5000, www.kcconvention.com Dinner, balloon drop and party with entertainment by special guests Atlantic Express and Hal Wakes. Hotel packages are available through the Marriott Kansas City Downtown, Ticketmaster and the Municipal Auditorium Box Office.
Kansas City Power & Light District 13th & Walnut Sts., Kansas City, Mo., 816-471-7300, www.nyekansascity.com Featuring a Times Square-style ball drop and the biggest DJs in KC spinning on the KC Live! stage. Enjoy top shelf, all-inclusive beverages from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and all-access passes to several surrounding bars and clubs.
Union Station 30 W Pershing Rd., Kansas City, Mo., 816-460-2020, www.unionstation.org/nye Rock the Clock features premium bars, a champagne toast and an indoor fireworks show. Dinner packages with Harvey’s and Crown Center hotel packages are also available. Hours: 8 p.m.-1 a.m.
Martini Corner 400 E 31st St., Kansas City, Mo., 816-753-5990, www.countdownatthecorner.com For one Countdown at the Corner ticket, get access to five bars: Velvet Dog, Sol Cantina, The Drop, Tower Tavern and Club Monaco. Celebrate with DJ entertainment, a champagne toast and unlimited drinks from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Uptown Theater 3700 Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, Mo., 816-753-8665, www.uptowntheater.com The theater’s NYE Extravaganza features six rooms of entertainment, one private VIP room, dinner buffet, open bar and live performances by Allied Saints, Jeff Holmes, DJ Shelly Jacobs, DJ Rico and DJ Lawrence. A
Theatre Performances
New Theatre Restaurant 9229 Foster St., Overland Park, Kan., 913-649-SHOW, www.newtheatre.com End your year with a dinner theatre performance of GameShow, starring Charles Shaughnessy from The Nanny, followed by dessert, live music, a midnight toast with party favors and a delicious midnight breakfast. Beginning at 6:40 p.m. Admission: starting at $96 per person.
Quality Hill Playhouse, 303 W 10th St., Kansas City, Mo., 816-421-1700, www.qualityhillplayhouse.com A special NYE cabaret featuring nostalgic songs such as “What are You Doing New Year’s Eve?,” “This Time Around” and “Let’s Start the New Year Right.” The performance includes swinging jazz, rousing ragtime piano music and a few surprises. Hours: 6:30 and 10:30 p.m.
Restaurant & Bar Events
Californos 4124 Pennsylvania Ave., Kansas City, Mo., 816-531-1097, www.eventkc.com Head to Westport for the Black Party VIII New Year’s Eve Celebration, featuring performances by DJ Overpour, The Patrick Lentz Band and DJ Magnum. Hours: 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Admission: starting at $80 per person.
Hamburger Mary’s 101 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, Mo., 816-842-1919, www.hamburgermarys.com/kc Mary’s “Hollywood Starz” Red Carpet Party features music by DJ Synematix, a Hollywood-themed nightclub atmosphere and a free photo souvenir. Hours: 9 p.m.-close. Admission: free; bottomless drink tickets are available for purchase.
Harrah’s VooDoo Lounge One Riverboat Dr., North Kansas City, Mo. 816-472-7777, www.voodookc.com Ring in the new year at the VooDoo Lounge and be treated to performances by Quixotic Fusion and Mini Kiss (a KISS tribute band). Beginning at 9 p.m.
Howl at the Moon 1334 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, Mo., 816-471-4695, www.howlatthemoon.com Kansas City’s rock ‘n’ roll piano bar welcomes 2012 with a premium open bar, reserved seating, dinner by Garozzo’s and a champagne toast. Hours: 6 p.m.-1 a.m.
For All Ages
CoCo Key Water Resort 9103 E 39th St, Kansas City, Mo., 877-425-2746, www.cocokeywaterresort.com Ring in the New Year with a splash. The resort’s NYE package includes overnight accommodations at Holiday Inn, two full days of waterpark access for four and admission to all of the exciting NYE activities.
PowerPlay Entertainment Center 13110 W 62nd Terr., Shawnee, Kan., 913-268-7200, www.powerplaykc.com Chow down with an incredible buffet and then enjoy three hours of unlimited family-friendly entertainment. Time cards exclude redemption/crane games. Two sessions: 5:30-9 p.m. and 9 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
Hotel Events & Packages
Argosy Casino Hotel & Spa 777 NW Argosy Pkwy, Riverside, Mo., 816-746-3100, www.stayargosy.com Funk Syndicate will perform on the Casino Bar Stage from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Party hats and noisemakers available for all guests (while supplies last). Countdown and balloon drop at midnight. Hours: 9 p.m.-2 a.m. Free admission.
Marriott Kansas City Downtown 200 W 12th St., Kansas City, Mo., 816-421-6800, www.marriott.com/mcidt Package includes deluxe accommodations, two tickets to the KC Convention Center NYE bash, champagne and breakfast for two.
Raphael Hotel 325 Ward Pkwy., Kansas City, Mo., 816-756-3800, www.raphaelkc.com Package includes deluxe accommodations, a special four course dinner for two at Chaz on the Plaza, live entertainment, champagne toast, valet parking and breakfast for two. Call for pricing.
Westin Crown Center and Sheraton Kansas City Hotel 1 E Pershing Rd., Kansas City, Mo., 816-474-4400, www.westin.com/kansascity and www.sheratonkansascityhotel.com Package includes overnight accommodations and two tickets to Rock the Clock New Year’s Eve party at Union Station including access to the Sprint Festival Party Area.
All offers are subject to availability. Restrictions may apply and make sure to call for ticket prices. For complete details as well as additional offers, go to VisitKC.com.
