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All the New Year’s Eve Events in Tampa Bay To Know About

Get ready for all of the parties, dinners, and fireworks at this year’s New Year’s Eve events in Tampa Bay. I can’t believe we’re already in the last week of 2022 and 2023 is knocking on our door.

These are all the New Year’s Eve events in Tampa Bay to know about:

American Social Bar & Kitchen Tix for their NYE party come with a midnight fireworks display, complimentary midnight champagne toast, select top shelf open bar hosted by Grey Goose and Bacardi, hors d’oeuvres, and DJ’s. For VIP/bottle service, email [email protected]. After NYE, stop by for holiday themed cocktails like the Sleigh My Name or Partridge in a Cosmo Tree. $165-265. 12/31 9 p.m.-2 a.m. 601 S Harbour Island Blvd. Ste. 107, Tampa, (813) 605-3333. eventbrite.com.

Armature Works The 5th Annual NYE Party comes features fireworks, multiple photo ops, pop-up bars and more. $75-$1,800. 12/31 8:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 1910 N Ola Ave., Tampa, (813) 250-3725. armatureworks.com.

Avalon Event Center Dance 2022 away with a live performance from Tai’aysha plus DJ sets from DJ Joe Gauthreaux and Alam Wernik. $20 for 21+, $25 for ages 18-20. 10051 W Hillsborough Ave., Tampa, (813) 247-4663. eventbrite.com.

Azure Live the high life with a lavish tasting dinner with drink pairings followed by a champagne toast at midnight. The night continues with an after-party featuring signature craft cocktails and a performance from Nelly. 500 Channelside Dr., Tampa, (813) 771-8022. marriott.com. 

Bulla Gastrobar Bring in 2023 with good food and good friends with a 4-course prix fixe meal featuring Manchego & Serrano, Grilled Octopus Salad, Truffle Carbonara, and Churros con Chocolate. Get 25% off selected bottles of sparkling wine & more. Reservations recommended. Starts 12/31 at 5 p.m. $65 per person. 930 S Howard Ave., Tampa, (813) 773-8626. bullagastrobar.com.

Caribbean American Club, Inc. The annual NYE Dance party is BYOB with food and other drinks for sale. $25 for entry fee, $25 deposit for table reservation. 6211 S Martindale Ave., Tampa, (813) 837-9823. Facebook.com.

Cask Social Book your NYE dinner and NYD brunch needs to #eatdrinkbesocial. Reservtions recommended. 208 S Howard Ave., Tampa, (813) 251-0051. casksocial.com.

Élevage SoHo Kitchen & Bar Celebrate the end of 2022 with a three-course prix fixe NYE dinner. Course meals include Wagyu Short Rib Raviolo, Espresso Rubbed Venison Loin, and Black Berry Crumble. Go upstairs to the EDGE Rooftop Cocktail Lounge to ring in the new year. Complimentary parking until 7 p.m.; $5 after 7 p.m. Reservations recommended. Dinner is $125/person, $75 for the wine pairing option, and a $70 caviar service. 5 p.m.-1 a.m. 1207 S Howard Ave., Tampa, (813) 999-8726. epicureanhotel.com.

Forbici Modern Italian Fuel up on all the pasta and pizza before your NYE parties then come back the next day for brunch starting at 11 a.m.. 1602 W Snow Ave., Tampa, (813) 251-8001. eatforbici.com.

Haven There’s still time to book your reservation to ring in the new year with a complimentary welcome glass of Taittinger La Francaise Brut Champagne. Chef Chad Johnson adds holiday specials to the regular menu. Reservations recommended. $12-$119. 2208 W Morrison Ave., Tampa, (813) 258-2233. haventampa.com.

HEW Parlor & Chophouse A four-course prix-fixe dinner featuring Oysters Rockefeller Soup, Smoked Black Angus Tartare, Beet-Cured Daikon, and Winter Mulled Red Wine. Complimentary valet parking. Reservations recommended. $125/person and includes a complimentary champagne toast. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. 453 Edgewater Dr., Dunedin, (727) 608-6620. fenwayhotel.com.

Hotel Haya Ring in the new year at Flor Fina’s Medianoche NYE with live music and a 4-course prix fixe dinner. Reserve an overnight stay that comes with a $200 food/drink voucher and more if you wanna stay the night. Reservations recommended. 12/31 5 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 1412 E 7th Ave., Tampa, (813) 462-9516. hotelhaya.com.

Hula Bay Club After all the partying, start off 2023 with brunch and live music. Brunch starts at 10 a.m., live music start at noon. 5210 W Tyson Ave., Tampa, (813) 837-4852. @hulabayclub on Facebook. 

Independent Bar & Cafe Join all your neighbors for their annual Neighborhood NYE Bash with DJ Cub spinning, a complimentary hot dog bar, champagne bottle specials, and party favors. Party starts at 9 p.m. 5016 N Florida Ave., Tampa, (813) 341-4883. independentbartampa.com

Jackson’s Bistro Bar & Sushi Give your best wishes to 2022 at the annual Black and White Ball. Watch a midnight fireworks show, balloon drop, multiple party areas, and special appearances. $60-$225. 12/31 9 p.m.-2:30 p.m. 601 S Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa, (813) 277-0112. @jacksonsbistro on Facebook. 

JW Marriott Tampa Water Street Leave 2022 in the past with the premium open bar, top Florida DJ’s spinning a mix of house and Top 40 hits, and other party perks. $195-$1,149. 12/31 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. 510 Water St., Tampa, (323) 604-6030. eventbrite.com.

K Club Bar & Bistro Make your last meal of 2022 the best yet with Foie Gras, Fig & Prosciutto, and Eggplant Parmigiana Lasagna. Head upstairs for more festivities at the Vantage Rooftop Bar and enjoy elevated menu items like The Oysters Pearl, Prawns at Karol, and a Good Luck Next Year Spanish Serrano Pork appetizer. Complimentary self-parking. Reservations recommended. 4 p.m.-1 a.m. 2675 Ulmerton Rd., Clearwater, (727) 273-7850. thekarolhotel.com.

Kona Grill Stop by for NYE-inspired specials, DJ-spun music, a midnight champagne toast, and other festive surprises. Specials for the night include Miso Beef Short Ribs, Tuna Steak Salad, or a Cranberry Citrus Paloma. Reservations recommended. 4134 W Boy Scout Blvd. Unit B-1, Tampa, (813) 877-5938. konagrill.com.

La Setima Club Make the last few moments of 2022 good ones with at a photobooth, finger foods, and a bubbly toast at midnight. 12/31 8 a.m.-1 p.m. $40 in advance, $50 at the door. 815 E 7th Ave., Tampa. eventbrite.com.

Lilac Enjoy a four-course dinner with drink pairings and dessert experience followed by a champagne toast. Head over to Azure for a performance by Nelly and craft cocktails. 500 Channelside Dr., Tampa, (813) 771-8022. marriott.com.

Madame Fortune Dessert + HiFi Parlor Bring in the new year with prix-fixe menus for brunch or dinner at Ybor City fave 7th & Grove’s sister restaurant. Dinner is 12/31 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., brunch is 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $10-$20 for dinner, $10-$250 for brunch. 1930 E 7th Ave., Ste. C, Tampa. @madamefortunetpa on IG. 

Mandarin Heights Enjoy curated cocktails, live music, and a midnight champagne toast at their annual Countdown to Midnight Celebration. $10-$1200. 12/31 8 p.m.-3 a.m. 5901 N Florida Ave., Tampa, (813) 392-2159. eventbrite.com.

Park & Rec TPA Groove into the new year with $10 drink specials and sounds by DJ Hurricane. Email [email protected] for tables and bottle service. Party starts 12/31 at 9 p.m. 290 S Meridian Ave., Tampa, (813) 563-4777. @parkrectpa on Facebook.

Pirate Water Taxi Ring in 2023 with a front row seat on the NYE Fireworks Cruise including champagne, party favors, and a view of Downtown Tampa’s fireworks. All ages welcome, must be 21+ with valid ID to drink. $69.95 for adults, children $49.95 for children. 12/31 11:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. piratewatertaxi.com.

Ponte Do NYE with Chef Ponte’s 5-course prix fixe menu with dishes like Salmon “Wagyu”, Mushroom Bisque, Chilean Sea Bass, and more. $225 per ticket. 1010 Gramercy Ln., Tampa, (813) 582-7755. resy.com

Rome & Fig Global Bistro Ring in 2023 with food and drink specials all New Year’s weekend. Enjoy a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Reservations recommended. NYE 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 4 p.m.-1 a.m., NYD 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 4 p.m.-11 p.m. 317 N Rome Ave., Tampa, (813) 253-3353. romeandfigbistro.com.

Sal Y Mar Bid farewell to 2022 and toast to 2023 at the NYE rooftop bash. The Aloft and Element Hotels offer a special overnight package for guests who need to stay over. Tickets range $160-$375, hotel packages range $850-$1060. 12/31 7 p.m.-1:30 a.m. 3650 Midtown Dr., Tampa, (813) 692-3330. eventbrite.com.

Steelbach For one night only, enjoy new menu items like Bourbon Braised Short Rib, Duck + Foie, Diver Scallops, and Hamachi Crudo. Reservations recommended. 1902 N Ola Ave., Tampa, (813) 693-5478. steelbach.com.

St. Pete Pier Enjoy all the DJ’s, food trucks, bars, and the biggest fireworks show at midnight. Free to the public. 12/31 8 p.m.-1 a.m. 800 2nd Ave. NE., St. Petersburg. @StPetePier on Facebook.

The Blind Goat Food & Drink Co. Time to dress to impress and put on your best dancing shoes. Open bar all night with all of the liquor, beer, and wine available including top-shelf selections. Ticket includes unlimited dinner buffet. $85-$145. 12/31 8 p.m.-3 p.m. 4106 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, (813) 515-7962. eventbrite.com.

Timpano Hyde Park Celebrate the new year with passed hors d’oeuvres, charcuterie, parm-to-table experience, aprerol cocktails, photos, and a champagne toast at midnight. Don’t forget to dress to impress. $125 per person. 12/31 10 p.m.-1 a.m. 1610 W Swann Ave., Tampa, (813) 254-5870. timpanohydepark.com.

TradeWinds Resort Look no further than the “Toast by the Coast NYE event in the Island Grand Ballroom. Wear your best duds for a night of festivities, food, and music from DJ Lorenzo. Make it a vacay night with special promos. Children 5-14 can attend a their own party with games, crafts, and dinner. $200 per person for Toast by the Coast, $100 for the first child and $60 for each remaining child. 12/31 8 p.m.-1 a.m. 5500 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach, (866) 587-8538. tradewindsresort.com.

Two Shepherds Taproom The week’s Bingo Night is being moved to NYE so you can pre-game with your pooches. Each round winner receives a free glass of champagne or Two Shepherds Lager. Open regular hours 11 a.m.-8 p.m.  NYD for brunch with bottomless mimosas 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Don’t forget to pre-register your pup and upload their vaccination records prior to NYE festivities. 12/31 3 p.m.-5 p.m. 4813 N Grady Ave., Tampa, (813) 769-9983. twoshepherdstaproom.com.

United Skates Tampa Price of admission includes skate rental, AYCE pizza, glow necklace, and party favors. Everyone (including non-skating adults) must pay admission. $20. 12/31 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. 5121 N Armenia Ave., Tampa, (813) 876-5826. unitedskates.com.

Whiskey Joe’s Bar & Grill Ring in the new year with live music, fireworks show, and a champagne toast at midnight. Reservations recommended. $25 in advance, $30 at the door, Palaga Packages available. Starts 12/31 at 7 p.m. 7720 W Courtney Campbell Causeway, Tampa, (813) 281-0770. thewhiskeyjoes.com.

Willa’s A low-key NYE dinner with menu specials like black and white latkes with caviar followed by a New Year’s Day disco brunch with tunes by DJ AJ Hall. Reservations recommended. 1700 W Fig St., Tampa, (813) 519-4552. willastampa.com.

Yacht StarShip Cruises Say “Bon Voyage” to 2022 and ring  in 2023 on their new New Year’s Eve Celebration Cruises. Countdown as you sip on delish cocktails and dance the night away. VIP’s get an open premium bar with a souvenir champagne flute, 4-course seated dinner, and a complimentary boarding photo. $149.95-$269.95. Multiple locations. yachtstarship.com.

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