It’s hard to believe 2023 is just around the corner and you probably want to make plans to celebrate soon. We’re here to help with 11 ways Soda Citizens can ring in the new year with friends and family.
Capital City Club New Year’s Eve Party | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 9:30 p.m. | 1201 Main St., Suite 2500 | $75 | Dress to the nines and enjoy hors d’oeuvres, bottomless drinks, live entertainment, and a champagne toast as you countdown to 2023 atop the state’s tallest building.
Cold Winter’s Day 5K | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 10:00 a.m. | 4801 Forest Dr. | $25 | Get your 2023 workout plan started early with this flat and fast 5k in Forest Acres.
Columbia’s Comedy Countdown at Corley Mill | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 9 p.m. | 221 Corley Mill Rd., Lexington | $100 | Closeout 2022 with a night of laughs from the Soda City’s Best Local Comedian winner Jenn Snyder accompanied by Pate Gardener + Lauren Ansley.
Dressed Up to Get Down | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 7 p.m. | Tin Roof + The Senate, 1022 Senate St, Columbia | $20+ | Join in on the New Year’s fun with this block party featuring two stages, live music, three bars, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, a balloon drop at The Senate, and a confetti cannon at Tin Roof.
New Year’s Eve 2022 at Hendrix | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 7 p.m. | 1649 Main St. | $100 | Tickets include heavy hors d’oeuvres all night, call-level spirits, select beers and wines, and a champagne toast at midnight on Cola’s hottest rooftop bar.
Market on Main — All Inclusive Party | Fri., Dec. 31 | 8 p.m. | 1320 Main St. | $100 | Tickets include dinner, an open bar, a live performance by Radio Source, and the Times Square Ball Drop on the Soda City’s largest jumbotron.
New Brookland Tavern Covers Show | Fri., Dec. 31 | 8 p.m. | 122 State St. | $15 | The lineup won’t be announced until later this week, but we’re told to look out for a 2000s MTV-style cover show.
New Year’s Eve Celebration at The Grand | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 7 p.m. | The Grand, 1621 Main St., Columbia | $200+ | Join The Grand for a New Year’s Eve bash, featuring grand drinks and food, bowling, a DJ, and a countdown to the ball drop.
New Year’s Even Pawty | Fri., Dec. 31 | 6-8 p.m. | Modern Companion Pet Boutique 508-B Lexington Ave., Chapin | $25 per pet (includes entry for 2 humans) | Dress your pup in their finest outfits and treat them to a wild night, thanks to the Mixology Bark Cart and a treat tasting.
New Year’s Eve Party Thru The Decades | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 9 p.m. | Chayz Lounge, 607 Meeting St., West, Columbia | $85 | The Tre’King Band will have you up and grooving to the hottest hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s ‘til the ball drops.
Red Carpet NYE 2023 Sponsored by Moet | Saturday, Dec. 31 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | Smoked on Main, 1643 Main St., Columbia | $125 | Ring in the new year at Smoked on Main Street and enjoy food, drinks, a photo booth, a DJ, and a band.
Transmission Arcade NYE 2022 | Fri., Dec. 31 | 5 p.m.-1 a.m. | 1712 Main St. | $80 | Multi-course meal with Smokey Loggins cuisine, your cocktail of choice, free play arcade all night + champagne toast at midnight.
