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How to Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Home

For most people, New Year’s Eve will look a little different this year. However, that does not mean you can’t enjoy this year’s celebration. Here’s how you can ring in 2021!

Check out South Carolina’s annual Famously Hot New Year’s Eve Party, which will be hosted virtually this year. The party starts at 10:30 p.m. and will host performances by Josh Roberts and the Hinges, Sister Hazel, the Reggie Sullivan Band and more! The infamous Times Square Ball Drop will still be taking place this year as well, although it will not be open to the public.

There are also a variety of virtual New Year’s Eve Parties being hosted all over the world. Find one or multiple parties to attend this year in the comfort of your own home! Or you can host your own virtual New Year’s Eve party with your friends and family.

If you have plans to leave the house on New Years Eve, it’s important to note that South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster issued an executive order in July that requires bars and restaurants to stop serving alcohol at 11:00 p.m. – but, they are allowed to remain open after midnight.

However you choose to celebrate, we can all agree it’s time to say goodbye to 2020 for good!

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Counting Down In Chucktown: Best New Year’s Eve Parties You Can Still Get Tickets To

Featured Image Credit: Yorktown Countdown NYE Facebook

Holiday excitement doesn’t die down after Christmas. After presents have been unwrapped and carols have been sung, there’s still New Year’s Eve to look forward to.  And you should say goodby to 2017 and hello to 2018 in style.  There are a lot of parties to choose from, so here are a few of our favorites that still have tickets available.

Image Credit: Yorktown Countdown NYE Facebook

Yorktown Countdown

There’s nothing quite like ringing in the New Year in Charleston Harbor. This party includes all the essentials: music, dancing, and an open bar. Plus, the amazing views from the deck of the USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier. While general admission tickets are sold out, if you act fast you can score some VIP tickets and get access to special extras.

Image Credit: Charleston Wonderland NYE Facebook

Charleston Wonderland

This fairytale-esque party at Memminger Auditorium starts at 8:30 pm and goes on until 1:30 am. Attendees will enjoy a top shelf bar sponsored by Ketel One and entreatinment from Cirque Du Soleil affiliate performers, DJs, local dance crews, variety acts and more.  Tehe evening also includes delicious cuisine.

Image Credit: Bay Street Biergarten Facebook

Winter is Coming

This will be a party fit for the King of the North at Bay Street Biergarten. The ice-themed party will include ice bars, ice luges and maybe even a dragon. Guests are invited to dress up in their “finest garments and warmest furs” and best dressed will be crowned King and Queen of the North. You’ll enjoy “haus” liquor and wine, select bier, hors d’oeuvres and a buffet.

Image Credit: Frothy Beard Brewing Company Facebook

80s Prom

To enjoy a throwback NYE, hit up Frothy Beard for 80s Prom. The party starts at 8 pm and goes until 1 pm. Tickets include a food buffet and a champagne toast at midnight. Plus, there are sure to be plenty of 80s grooves to get down to. So put on some taffeta and tease your hair for some fun.

Image Credit: Snyder Grand Ball Facebook

Snyder Grand Ball New Years Eve

This annual event held at the South Carolina Aquarium is a crowd pleaser every year. With live music from David Higgins Band in the Main Foyer and tunes from DJ Natty Heavy in the grand hall, you’re sure to be dancing until midnight. And don’t forget to take advantage of the premium open bar. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will also be served. You still have a limited time to get your tickets.