Celebrate New Year’s in Las Vegas

Each year, thousands of revelers flock to Las Vegas to view multiple fireworks displays and party both on and off the world-famous Las Vegas Strip

America’s New Year’s Eve Tribute
When: Dec. 31
Where: Fremont Street Experience, downtown Las Vegas
The world’s best tribute bands will perform on two stages during one of the largest parties in Las Vegas. Tribute bans include The Long Run (Eagles), 2U (U2), Michael John’s Tribute to Billy Joel, Satisfaction (Rolling Stones), Queer Nation (Queen) and others. The premiere of the KISS Viva Vision Show will take place at 9 p.m. At midnight, there will be fireworks under the canopy.
Tickets: Free admission with Nevada ID, $20 for non-locals
More info: 702-678-5600
Special Packages

Private Penthouse Party Palms Package
This New Years Eve, Palms Place is creating the ultimate VIP experience by throwing an exclusive penthouse party for you and your closest friends (for up to 10 people)

• Guests will stay in the ultra-luxurious Palms Place penthouse and four one-bedroom suites
• Private three hour party will take place in the penthouse. The package will include champagne, bartender, noisemakers, hats, pre-programmed iPod and passed appetizers from Simon Restaurant & Lounge
• All members of the party will receive complimentary access to the New Year’s Brunch hosted at Simon Restaurant & Lounge on January 1st
• All members of the party will receive 20% discount on any treatment at Drift Spa & Hammam
• Opportunity for all members of the party to purchase VIP passes to all New Years Eve parties at all nightlife venues at The Palms Casino Resort for a discounted rate of $200

Price: $25,000
**Package rate subject to change depending on party size

New Year’s Room Package
Ring in the New Year in one of the luxurious Palms Place studios, offering the most spectacular strip view to watch the fireworks.

• Priority availability to purchase tickets for the coveted Kid Rock New Years Eve Concert at The Palms’ famed Pearl Concert Theater
• $50 dining credit
• Complimentary in-room bottle of champagne
• Two person access pass to Drift Spa & Hammam
• Upgrade to a one bedroom suite for $300 more per night
**Rates are per night with a minimum 2 nights’ stay and are subject to availability.
Price: $399
**Guaranteed Strip view

For more info and reservations, call (866) 942-7773.

Special New Years Eve packages from the Bellagio
The Light Group is offering three, tiered packages which include its Bellagio properties, Fix, Caramel Yellowtail Sushi Restaurant & Bar and The Bank, for one spectacular New Year’s Eve experience:

Bellagio Silver Package is $325 per person (including tax and gratuity with a minimum two guest seating) and includes:
• Dinner reservations at FIX, Four-course pre-set menu and a glass of champagne
• Party must select one of the following seatings: 5 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m. or 7 p.m.
• Entrance into Caramel Bar & Lounge at any time throughout the evening
• VIP Admission into The Bank Nightclub’s Usher-hosted party from 10 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Bellagio Gold Package is $375 per person (including tax and gratuity with a minimum two guest seating) and includes:
• Dinner reservations at FIX, Four-course pre-set menu and a glass of champagne
• Party must select one of the following seatings: 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m., 9:30 p.m. or 10 p.m.
• Entrance into Caramel Bar & Lounge at any time throughout the evening
• VIP Admission into The Bank Nightclub’s Usher-hosted party from 10 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Bellagio Platinum Package is $375 per person (including tax and gratuity with a minimum two guest seating) and includes:
• Dinner reservations at Yellowtail Sushi Restaurant & Bar, twelve-course Omakase menu
• Party must select one of the following seatings: 8 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m., 9:30 p.m. or 10 p.m.
• Entrance into Caramel Bar & Lounge at any time throughout the evening
• VIP Admission into The Bank Nightclub’s Usher-hosted party from 10 p.m. to 4 p.m.

For reservations, call 702-693-8300

Special New Years Eve Mirage packages

The Light Group is offering two, tiered packages which include its Mirage properties, STACK Restaurant & Bar and JET, for one spectacular New Year’s Eve experience:

The Mirage Silver Package is $250 per person (not including tax or gratuity with a minimum two guest seating) and includes:
• Dinner Reservations at STACK, four-course pre-set Gala menu and glass of champagne
Party must select one of the following seatings: 5 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m. or 7 p.m.
• VIP Admission into JET Nightclub’s NKOTB party from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.

The Mirage Gold Package is $275 per person (not including tax or gratuity with a minimum two guest seating) and includes:
• Dinner Reservations at STACK, four-course pre-set Gala menu and glass of champagne
Party must select one of the following seating: 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m., 9:30 p.m. or 10 p.m.
• VIP Admission into JET Nightclub’s NKOTB party from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Reservations, call 702-693-8300

Joshua Tree — U2 Tribute Band
Where: South Pont Sonoma Ballroom
When: 9:30 p.m.
Tickets: $90 and includes open bar until midnight, hors d’oeuvres, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight
More info: 702-797-8055

Purple Reign: The Prince Tribute Show
Where: House of Blues at Mandalay Bay
When: Doors open at 10 p.m.
Tickets: $50 plus taxes/fees
More info: (702) 632-7777

New Year’s Eve at Noon with Shades of Sinatra
Where: Suncoast Showroom
When: Noon
Tickets: $19.95
More info: (702) 636-7111

Kid Rock
Where: The Pearl, at the Palms
When: 10:30 p.m. Dec. 31
Tickets: $130, $205 and $255
More info: (702) 942-7777

Pure at Caesars Palace
When: Red carpet begins at 8 p.m. Dec. 31
Tickets: $200 general admission. Table packages available beginning at $2,500
More info: 702-731-7873
Ashlee Simpson-Wentz and Pete Wentz will host the New Year’s celebration at Pure and DJ Hollywood will spin tunes throughout the evening. General admission includes complimentary champagne toast and party favors

Prive at Planet Hollywood
When: Doors open at 9 p.m. Dec. 31
Tickets: start at $200
More info: 702-523-6002
Actress Denise Richards will host the New Year’s Eve party at Prive. Open bar from 9 p.m. to midnight. VIP table packages available.

Revolution Lounge at the Mirage
When: 10 p.m. Dec. 31
Tickets: Individual tickets are $75 per person pre-sale (no minimum guests) and includes VIP entrance and a hosted bar from 10 p.m. until midnight. Prices are subject to change. Table reservation packages will start at $75 per person with a minimum of four people per group and a one bottle minimum. Table customers will be required to purchase one bottle for every additional four guests.
More info: 702-693-8300
The Beatles Revolution Lounge will ring in the New Year with a high-energy celebration to welcome 2009 featuring the sounds of DJ Trens and Shane Wheel, and a complimentary open bar.

Margaritaville, Flamingo Hotel and Casino
When: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
Tickets: $10 for women and $20 for men. Must be 21 and over.
Margaritaville will feature live entertainment by Synergy on the indoor stage beginning at 9 p.m. and a live DJ will entertain guests on the third floor balcony starting at 10. Margaritaville will host drink specials all night long and feature a balloon drop and margarita toast at midnight.
Tao, Venetian Hotel and Casino
Doors open: 9 p.m. Dec. 31
Tickets: start at $150
More info: 702-388-8588

Ring in the New Year with Carmen Electra. The New Year’s Eve package includes VIP entry and 2 hours of the following: sushi and hors d’oeuvres, an open bar, and specialty cocktails, in addition to a champagne toast at midnight. Entrance into LAVO after midnight