Seasonal & Holidays
Arlington Heights New Year's Eve Events: 2018 Guide
It's not too early to think about New Year's Eve. Check out Patch's guide to parties and other events in and around Arlington Heights.
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — Love it or hate it, New Year’s Eve is happening again this year. Whether you plan to ring in 2018 at your favorite restaurant, a buzzing party with your friends, or all cozied up in front of the TV, we’ve got you covered.
So pop the bubbly, come up with some resolutions you can actually stick to and get ready to celebrate the New Year. Check out town-by-town listings below of New Year’s celebrations and events for 2017 in and near Arlington Heights if you’re one to want to go out, plus a look at what television programming may make you want to stay in.
Want to celebrate the new year in Chicago? Check out the events happening there if you want to have fun away from where you live.
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Going Out
We’ll be adding new events to this post as they pop up, so be sure to check back as the big day nears!
New Year's Eve 2018 at Hyatt Regency O'Hare
When: 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dec. 31 to Jan. 1
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Where: Hyatt Regency O'Hare, 9300 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Rosemont
What to Expect: Live entertainment includes 7th Heaven, Tony Ocean, DJ-SPIN, Anthony Frank Cassano and Karma Committee. Participants also can buy ticket packages that include an open bar and a prime rib buffet.
Cost: Ticket packages start at $109. Go to this website to buy tickets.
More Info: Go to the event's website.
Chicago's Great Gatsby "Sophisticated Ignorance" New Year's Eve Bash
When: 7:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Dec. 31 to Jan. 1
Where: Belvedere Events & Banquet Center, 1170 W. Devon Ave., Elk Grove Village
What to Expect: Two parties in one, with a "Great Gatsby" style event, as well as an EDM/hip-hop style party. A special appearance by Riley Elmore from "The Voice" also is scheduled.
Cost: Tickets start at $80. Go to this website to buy tickets.
More Info: Go to the event's website.
Staying In
If your idea of the perfect New Year’s Eve is curling up on the couch with a hot toddy and watching the countdown in your pajamas, you’re in luck. These are the top two live TV specials people are already talking about. Here’s a peek so you can you can plan accordingly:
“New Year’s Eve Live” With Anderson Cooper And Andy Cohen
Where to Catch It: CNN
Why You Should Watch: For the first time ever, Anderson Cooper will host CNN’s annual New Year’s Eve Live special with none other than “Watch What Happens Live” host Andy Cohen. As these two are best friends in real life, you can expect tons witty banter and hilarious moments from the pair. The Bravo mogul will replace Cooper’s former co-host Kathy Griffin, whom CNN fired after her controversial Donald Trump photoshoot.
“Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2018” Hosted by Ryan Seacrest
Where to Catch It: ABC
Why You Should Watch: Remember last year’s infamous Mariah Carey mic incident? Yes, it happened on Seacrest’s watch. So if that’s any indication, this could be a good one to tune-in to. And even if there aren’t any crazy celebrity snafus, you can count on crazy views of Time Square packed with people, as well as awesome musical performances.
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