Don’t have plans to ring in 2020 yet? Don’t worry! Check out our list of New Year’s Eve events in the East Bay that are packed with bubbly, balloons, bands, family fun, and funnies.
For a family-friendly NYE:
Oakland Zoo Lights
Celebrate the last night of 2019 with your family at the Oakland Zoo, which is transformed by a million twinkling lights. Soar over the Oakland hills in festively-lit zoo gondolas, enjoy swirling snowfalls, sip hot cocoa, and see the “Music in Motion” laser light show.
Info and tickets: oaklandzoo.org
Balloon Drop at Chabot
Kids who can’t (and shouldn’t) stay up until midnight still get to experience a countdown and balloon drop at the annual Chabot Space & Science Center in Oakland. Children 12 and under can celebrate midnight in other countries at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 4 p.m. California time.
Info and tickets: chabotspace.org
The Lawrence Hall of Science
Bring the whole family to the Hall in Berkeley on New Year’s Eve day, and commemorate another year of scientific discovery and fun at the annual celebration with timed confetti drops at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m.
Info and tickets: lawrencehallofscience.org
Japanese Bell-Ringing
The Buddhist Church of Oakland, founded in 1901, invites visitors to ring the temple bell to wipe out the 108 passions and enjoy soba noodles and good luck in the new year. The Joya-e service begins a 7 p.m. The event is free, but donations are welcome.
Info: buddhistchurchofoakland.org
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Ha ha ha Happy New Year:
NYE Comedy Mega Show at Grand Lake Theater
If you thought 2019 was a bummer, bring in the new year with laughter. The A-list comedy line-up includes Margaret Cho, Kyle Kinane, and Natasha Leggero.
Info and tickets: here
Best Of Comedy Oakland – NYE Special
Laugh your a$$ off at the Comedy Oakland NYE shows at The Washington Inn. Comedians include Rudy Ortiz (2016 Comedy Oakland Tournament of Champions Winner, movie critic for “Sarah & Vinnie” on Alice 97.3FM) and Gayla Johnson (2016 Comedy Oakland Tournament of Champions Winner, BET’s Comic View). Steak, shrimp, and champagne, too!
Info and tickets: comedyoakland.com
Fireworks and Dance Beats:
Midnight Kiss Fireworks Cruise
New Year’s Eve in the East Bay wouldn’t be complete without a view of fireworks over the Bay. You’ll have the best view from the deck of the Pinot Noir Yacht, leaving Alameda’s Mariner Square Marina. Sail away for four hours, with appetizers, hosted bar, and DJ dancing.
Info and tickets: here
The New Parish
Andre Power, co-founder and creative director behind the artist collective, Soulection, has teamed up with DJ Sasha Marie and Text Me Records to throw a huge NYE bash at the New Parish in Oakland.
Info and tickets: thenewparish.com
Afro-Cuban Dance Party
Freight & Salvage is hosting another phenomenal, danceable party with jazz artist Jane Bunnett & Maqueque, featuring Yissy Garcia (composer, drummer, and new generation Cuban musician) and Louie Romero Y Su Grupo Mazacote (hard-swinging, old-school salsa).
Info and tickets: thefreight.org
Party like its 1989:
Retro Junkie ’80s Prom NYE Bash
Retro Junkie Bar in Walnut Creek is hosting its third annual ’80s prom, featuring the U2 tribute band Zoo Station. DJ Billy Vidal also will be spinning ’80s, ’90s, and ’00s throwbacks from 11 p.m.-2 a.m. Don’t forget to pose for your ’80s-style prom pic and visit the rec room with pool tables, pinball, and arcade games.
Info and tickets: retrojunkiebar.com
New Wave’s Eve at the Stork Club
The Stork Club in Oakland is serving up classic new wave and new new wave at this DJ dance party. Featuring Deejay TomasDiablo (Strangelove), Owen (The Hanging Garden Radio Show), and Davey Bones (founder of The Hanging Garden).
Info and tickets: here
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Wishing you a Happy New Year from our Abio Properties family to yours! We look forward to connecting with you in 2020. You can contact us at 888-400-ABIO (2246) or [email protected].
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