Sadly, Dick Clark has left us. So, there’s really no good reason to be lazy by staying home and skip ringing in the New Year with fellow southwest Riverside County cohorts.
OK, there are a few – but – don’t these New Year’s Eve events and parties seem like a lot of fun?
1909
These events are listed alphabetically, but really, we love the idea that 1909 will host a NYE 2020 Throwback Prom.
Complete with a DJ and dancing, a photo booth, ice sculptures, specialty cocktails and late-night food, there will also be a best-dressed competition and prom king and queen prizes.
The party is for ages 21 and older with valid identification, and tickets are $20, available at https://1909temecula.ticketspice.com/nye2020.
1909 is at 28656 Old Town Front Street in Temecula.
ANTHONY’S LOUNGE AND RISTORANTE
Lifetime Rocker will entertain the crowd that comes out to Anthony’s Ristorante in Murrieta for New Year’s Eve. The event from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. will be hosted by the band, and reservations are required by calling (951) 677-1099.
Anthony’s Lounge and Ristorante is at 24630 Washington Avenue, Suite 100, in Murrieta.
BAILY’S NIGHTCLUB
If dancing to live DJs is your thing, don’t miss Baily’s New Year’s Eve 2020 from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at Baily’s Nightclub, 28699 Old Town Front Street in Temecula.
They will have two DJs, two dance floors, three full bars, party favors galore, complimentary Champagne and more.
There are limited VIP table service and reservations available by calling (951) 676-9567.
Tickets are $25 per person ages 21 and older with valid identification.
CRUSH AND BREW
A live DJ, dancing and a Champagne toast at midnight are included in the New Year’s Eve at Crush and Brew party.
There is a $10 cover charge for people ages 21 and older.
Crush and Brew is at 28544 Front Street in Temecula.
EPIC ROLLERTAINMENT
Why not mix a little roller skating into your New Year’s Eve celebrations with Epic’s NYE 2020 GLOW Party hosted by Epic Rollertainment.
The party starts at 8 p.m. and ends at 1 a.m. at Epic Rollertainment, 39809 Avenida Acacias in Murrieta.
Admission is $20 and includes skate rental and the party is open to all ages. Limited table seating is available for $45 for a table for four; admission not included.
To reserve a spot, call (951) 226-0602 or reserve in person.
J. CARTER’S TAVERN GRILL
The Wi-Fi’s will be hosting the New Year’s Eve 2019 party at J. Carter’s Tavern Grill in Murrieta. The party, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., will feature many more surprises.
J. Carter’s Tavern Grill is at 40365 Murrieta Hot Springs Road in Murrieta. For more information, call (951) 894-2700 or visit www.jcartersmurrieta.com.
KILLARNEY’S RESTAURANT AND IRISH PUB
Take it back, way back, at Killarney’s Roaring 20s New Year’s Eve Bash. Wait, are they going forward? We’re confused.
No, they will be taking it back to prohibition days for a night of fun from the 1920s at Killarney’s Restaurant and Irish Pub from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. at 32475 Temecula Parkway in Temecula.
Enjoy a four-course dinner and 20s cocktail for $29.95. There will be a DJ with dancing, best-dressed competition, discount appetizers and specialty 20s cocktails.
Reservations are encouraged. Visit www.killarneys.com.
THE LITTLE RED BARN PLAYGROUND
The little ones will love the Noon Year’s Eve Balloon drop with Elsa and Anna from Disney’s “Frozen” at The Little Red Barn Playground in Murrieta.
The event will feature singing, a balloon drop, stories, games and more from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets are $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers and available at http://app.getoccasion.com.
The Little Red Barn Playground is at 33050 Antelope Road, Suite 210, in Murrieta.
LIENZO CHARRO MEXICAN RESTAURANT BAR AND GRILL
Take your party south of the border with Lienzo Charro’s 2020 NYE Party Salsa Bachata Merengue Cumbia from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. which includes free salsa, bachata, cumbia and merengue lessons on two dance floors.
It also includes a Mexican buffet dinner, Champagne toast and party favors.
Lienzo Charro Mexican Restaurant Bar and Grill is at 29000 Old Town Front Street in Temecula. Visit www.lienzocharrotemecula.com.
OLD TOWN BLUES CLUB
Nobody will get the blues at the Old Town Blues Club’s New Year’s 2020 Black and White Party featuring Len Rainey and The Midnight Players. Included in the $10 entry fee are party favors and your own split of La Marca Prosecco.
The party starts at 8 p.m. and the Old Town Blues Club is at 28636 Old Town Front Street, Suite 101, in Temecula. Visit www.eventbrite.com.
PECHANGA RESORT CASINO
If there is a headquarters for New Year’s Eve revelry, it’s Pechanga Resort Casino. Solo artists will grace guests free of charge throughout the night at Blends Coffee and Wine Bar located in the hotel lobby and at the Acorns Bar located between Paisano’s and Great Oak Steakhouse.
Ring in the New Year with Scotty Mac Band for live country music at Kelsey’s but first, grab a bite to eat at the classic All-American bar and grill serving up regular menu specials until 8:30 p.m. Each ticket, which are $50 in advance and $65 at the door, includes passed hors d’oeuvres, party favors, photo booth, and a Champagne toast to celebrate the midnight countdown.
If country isn’t your party preference, enjoy the night with Pop Nouveau at Kelsey’s Loft for a live performance of some of the best pop music across multiple decades with a smooth jazz approach. A ticket purchase, which ranges $60-$75, includes a Southern-inspired buffet from 8-10 p.m. and party favors to celebrate the midnight countdown.
Experience a large-scale nightclub at the Cabaret at the Ballroom with a full light show production and high energy party with Grammy award-winning Deejaycyfer. He’ll be live mixing Top 40, EDM and hip-hop all night. A ticket purchase from $35-$60 includes party favors to dance in the New Year.
The Lobby Bar’s Dueling Pianos Rockin’ Eve features The Killer Dueling Pianos from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. A ticket purchase, which is $40-$55, includes party favors to celebrate the midnight countdown.
The Round Bar will feature a balloon and confetti drop at midnight. The free party will have a live DJ from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The Eagle’s Nest’s two-room party will feature two DJs in both the Eagle’s Nest and Eagle’s View Ballroom spinning old school, 90s and early 2000’s hits. The Eagle’s Ballroom DJ will play Latin, salsa, bachata and reggae ton. Both parties are from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. VIP packages and table reservations are available. A ticket purchase, which ranges $60-$75, includes party favors to salsa your way through the midnight countdown.
For tickets and more information, visit www.pechanga.com/entertain or call (877) 711-2946.
PENNYPICKLE’S WORKSHOP
Pennypickle’s Workshop will host New Year’s Eve at noon from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with tickets at $10 for children ages 18 months and older. You won’t want to miss the professor’s very special party for those too young to stay up late.
Reserve a spot now at (951) 308-6376 at Pennypickle’s Workshop, located in Old Town Temecula at 42081 Main Street in Temecula.
PUB AND CLUB
There will be party favors for all guests and complimentary Champagne toast for the midnight countdown at Pub and Club in Old Town Temecula with music selection by @djalyfe at the 2020 New Years Eve Party.
The party starts at 8 p.m. at Pub and Club at 28677 Old Town Front Street in Temecula.
THE SHAMROCK IRISH PUB & EATERY
The Shamrock Irish Pub and Eatery will host the New Year’s Eve Night Dueling Pianos Show.
There will be a $10 per person cover charge which includes a glass of Champagne and party favors. To reserve a table, use the online reservation system putting in an email and cellphone number, and they will contact you within 24 hours to arrange payment. The reservation system has a maximum of 10 people so if you require more, make a note on the reservation and they will alter the number.
Reserve at www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com. This is a 21 and older event, and there will be no refunds once you have paid for and reserved a table.
The Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery is at 39252 Winchester Road, Suite 145, in Murrieta.
SOUTH COAST WINERY RESORT AND SPA
The New Year’s Eve Ballroom Bash starts at 9 p.m. and features celebratory cocktails, late night taco bar bites and ringing in 2020 at midnight with a Champagne toast. The Sensations Band will provide live entertainment throughout the evening with their eclectic mix of classic rock, dance, jazz, pop, rhytm and blues and oldies.
Tickets are $175 per person includes two cocktails, taco bar and a Champagne toast at midnight. Vignette seating with bottle service is available for an additional $100 per person.
South Coast Winery Resort and Spa is at 34843 Rancho California Road in Temecula. Call (951) 587-9463 or visit www.southcoastwinery.com to purchase tickets.
CITY OF TEMECULA
Friends and family of all ages are invited to Temecula’s annual New Year’s Eve Grape Drop beginning at 6 p.m. at Town Square, 41000 Main Street in Temecula.
Temecula’s custom-crafted, illuminated cluster of grapes will descend 65-feet from the third-story patio of the beautiful Civic Center clock tower.
Temecula’s signature celebration invites New Year’s Eve revelers to dance to live music, step into the fun zone, enjoy activities and welcome the New Year with two countdowns: East Coast at 9 p.m. and West Coast at midnight, both led by city officials. Fun zone activities include hat making, face painting, carnival games and a giant slide.
Bring your family, your friends, lawn chairs and warm blankets to enjoy celebrating together at this free event. Stellar, family-friendly entertainment will perform on the steps of Temecula’s City Hall.
For more information, contact the Community Services Department at (951) 694-6480.
THE TEMECULA STAMPEDE
Admission includes a live concert featuring the Patrick Howard Trampus Band, beverage toast and balloon drop at midnight at the Stampede’s New Years Eve Party.
Tickets are $20 online, $25 at the door and active duty military tickets are $10 at the door with valid identification. Visit www.thetemeculastampede.com.
WILSON CREEK WINERY
Enjoy a four-course wine paired dinner and live entertainment with JD Priest. Then turn up the night with a DJ, dancing, and dessert bar until you kiss at midnight. There will be a hosted bar throughout the evening at Wilson Creek Winery at 35960 Rancho California Road in Temecula.
Tickets are available at http://shop.wilsoncreekwinery.com.
Jeff Pack can be reached by email at jpack@reedermedia.com.
