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As the waning days of 2007 tick away like Vicodins down the gullet of some rehab-bound starlet, so do your final chances of being bad. See, you've finally decided to cut the bullshit, buckle down, and stick to those troublesome New Year's resolutions you've blown off year after year. Which...
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As the waning days of 2007 tick away like Vicodins down the gullet of some rehab-bound starlet, so do your final chances of being bad. See, you've finally decided to cut the bullshit, buckle down, and stick to those troublesome New Year's resolutions you've blown off year after year. Which means, come January 1, your vice of choice (be it drinking, smoking, gorging, carousing, or all of the above) gets 86'd in the name of clean living (how boring).

But before you forswear your hedonistic existence, we suggest spending one final, decadent night devoted to debauchery. So we've created a select list of phat fetes and other bomb-ass bashes — from block parties to rock parties — that will be happening all across the PHX on Monday, December 31 (unless otherwise specified). So whether you're sucking down Mont Blanc with the Valley's elite, kicking it with some hip-hop homies over some spliffs, or macking on some top-shelf trim in Scottsdale, make it an experience you'll be remember well into 2008 (and not just 'cause Dirty Scottsdale's got a pic of you passed out in a parking lot).

SPECIAL EVENTS

AREA Phoenix
2102 N. 23rd Ave.
www.areaphoenix.com
"Masterbeat 2008" New Year's party and Global Circuit Dance Event featuring DJ Joe King on the record decks, as well as a full bar, and complimentary champagne at midnight. 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. (21 and over until 2 a.m.; 18 and over 2 to 4 a.m.) $45. Visit www.newyearsphx.com.

Arizona Broadway Theatre
7701 W. Paradise Lane, Peoria
www.azbroadwaytheatre.com
Cast members of Fiddler on the Roof and Crazy for You sing selections from both musicals, a jazz combo performs, and patrons can drink and sup during a lobby reception with hors d'oeuvres and a three-course dinner. Deluxe party favors, dancing, a midnight countdown, and a toast are also planned. Cocktail or contemporary formalwear required. 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. $130 per person. Call 623-776-8400.

Carefree Resort & Villas
37220 Mule Train Rd., Carefree
www.carefree-resort.com
EastonAshe's annual New Year's bash will feature a performance by the local rockers, party favors, champagne toast, a balloon drop, midnight countdown, and more. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. All ages. Admission, food, drink, and lodging prices vary (with various packages available). Call 888-488-9034 or visit www.ticketleap.com for full details.

Chandler Center for the Arts
250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler
The Symphony of the Southwest will be backed by soprano Lisanne Norman, tenor James Flora, and bass-baritone Andrew Gray when it performs a New Year's Eve concert devoted to Viennese operettas, and other classical selections. 7:30 p.m. $15-$45. Call 480-782-2680.

Celebrity Theatre
440 N. 32nd St.
www.celebritytheatre.com
Soulful R&B singer Keith Sweat performs a special New Year's Eve engagement. 9 p.m. $40-$65. Call 602-267-1600.

Dodge Theatre
400 W. Washington St.
www.dodgetheatre.com
Perennial New Year's Eve favorite Jerry Riopelle presents an evening of rootsy blues-rock, with support from The Tubes featuring Fee Waybill. 9 p.m. $32-$97. Call 480-784-4444 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.

Hyatt Regency Hotel
122 N. 2nd St.
The Atrium hosts a New Year's Eve dance party with high energy Motown and R&B music from The Groove Merchants, a balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight, light hors d'oeuvres, party favors, and more. Dressy casual outfits preferred. 21 and over. $89 in advance, $99 at the door (both include four drink tickets per person). 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Call 602-252-1234. The Compass Restaurant will also being serving a four-course dinner. $89 per person for adults, $40 for children 5 to 12 years. Call 602-252-1234 (extension 4510) for seating times.

Insight Fiesta Bowl Block Party
Mill Avenue District, Tempe
www.insightbowl.org
Countless college football fans, partygoers, and revelers will cram themselves into downtown Tempe for one of the Valley's premier New Year's shindigs, which always boasts a stellar mix of music, food, and fun. The 2007 version of the event features performances by more than 40 local bands, including Ellington Effect, Defy Tomorrow, Kindred, Crash Street Kids, and Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers, as well as headliners Barenaked Ladies. If that doesn't suit your fancy, there's also freestyle motocross jumping, an outdoor dance club, air guitar competitions, parades, pep rallies, food and drink vendors, the midnight countdown drop, and a fireworks show. 4 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. $25 ($20 at Fry's Food Stores). Call 480-350-0911.

Scottsdale's Ultimate Block Party
Craftsman Court between Third and Fifth avenues, Scottsdale
The annual Scottsdale New Year's Eve fete benefiting Maricopa County United Firefighters will be locked, cocked, and ready to rock, as six P-Town bands — Metalhead, Unlimited Phlavor, Violet Wild, What Laura Says Thinks and Feels, Pinner, and Dog Will Hunt — perform on two stages. Food, beverage, and street vendors will also be on hand, and a fireworks display goes down at midnight. 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tickets cost $35 for general admission (which allows access to Upper Deck Sports Grill, ACME Roadhouse, and Dos Gringos), and $100 for a VIP package (which includes a free buffet, a private lounge, champagne toast, and more). See www.scottsdalesultimateblockparty.com.

Sun Devil Stadium
500 E. Veterans Way, Tempe
The Indiana Hoosiers (7-5) will face off against the Oklahoma State Cowboys (6-6) during the 19th annual Insight Bowl. 4 p.m. kickoff. $20-$80. Call 480-350-0900 or visit www.insightbowl.org.

Symphony Hall
225 E. Adams St.
Conductor Lawrence Golan leads the Phoenix Symphony through its annual New Year's Eve concert, which features a rendition of "Auld Lang Syne," as well as a selection of traditional Strauss waltzes and popular love songs. 7 p.m. $25 to $75. Call 602-495-1999 or visit www.phoenixsymphony.org.

Tempe Improv
930 E. University Dr., Tempe
www.tempeimprov.com
Comic (and star of Frank TV) Frank Caliendo will provide some yuks during a pair of New Year's Eve gigs. $60 for the 7 p.m. show, and $65 for the 10 p.m. show. Call 480-921-9877.

Westgate City Center
9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale
www.westgateaz.com
Westgate Rocks New Year's Eve featuring live entertainment from swing kings Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Times Square's Naked Cowboy, as well as DJs and dancing, the world's largest martini ice luge, and more. Several private, themed VIP areas will be available — the Sky Deck, Daddy-O-Lounge, and Margaritaville Tiki Lounge — and include hors d'oeuvres or other food stations, limited hosted bars, party favors, and midnight champagne toasts. 21 and over. $20 pre-sale general admission, $30 day of event, $125 for the Sky Deck, $150 for the Daddy-O-Lounge, $200 for the Margaritaville Tiki Lounge. 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 866-443-8849 or visit www.gettix.net.

RESTAURANTS

Asia de Cuba
7353 E. Indian School Rd.
www.mondrianscottsdale.com
This über-chic restaurant inside the Mondrian Scottsdale offers a special New Year's Eve menu of delights — including rum-braised pork osso bucco and wood-roasted rack of lamb — as well as music from Rakata. Seatings are at 6 and 9 p.m. (patrons of the latter seating receive a complimentary bottle of champagne). Reservations required. $95 for the first seating, $150 for the second. Patrons are also eligible for $50 discount admission to the hotel's Skybar New Year's party. Call 480-308-1131 (or 480-308-1102 for parties of six or more).

Best Western Phoenix Goodyear Inn
55 N. Litchfield Rd., Goodyear
New Year's Eve Party featuring dinner, dancing, champagne, and DJ Jimi spinning 2007's hottest jams. 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Packages start at $149. Call 623-932-3210.

Black Forest Mill German Restaurant
4900 E. Indian School Rd.
www.bfmrestaurant.com
A five-course traditional German dinner — including complimentary champagne and after-dinner schnapps — will be served starting at 5:30 p.m., with Bill and John performing waltzes and polka until 9:30 p.m., and R&B/funk band Watchusee Watchuget starting at 10 p.m. Reservations recommended. Open until 2 a.m. $55 for the dinner, $15 entertainment only. Call 602-840-4000.

Bobby's
7122 E. Greenway Pkwy.
www.mancusosrestaurant.com
French lamb chops, Australian lobster tail, and fresh Chilean sea bass are just three of the five different entree selections available from this posh eatery's six-course New Year's Eve dinner, which also includes bruschetti, a mixed appetizer, dessert, and a Mumm Cuvee champagne split. Funk/R&B artists Erick Eugene and Tommy Washington will perform. 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. $135 per person. Call 480-556-0770.

Carly's Bistro
128 E. Roosevelt St.
www.carlysbistro.com
Live music from Al Perry and the Cattle, Tater Pig, and more, as well as a champagne toast at midnight. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $5. Call 602-262-2759.

Cheuvront Restaurant & Wine Bar
1326 N. Central Ave.
Partake in a five-course gourmet dinner (either with wine pairings or without). Reservations required. 5 p.m. to midnight. $90 with wine, $70 without. Call 602-307-0022.

Culinary Solutions Café
6340 S. Rural Rd., Tempe
www.culinary-solutions.com
A choice of four different entrees — including baked macadamia nut-crusted salmon with orange dill hollandaise sauce, or filet medallions with Cabernet mushroom sauce — will be available during this Tempe eatery's New Year's Eve dinner, which also includes roasted-herb red potatoes, green beans almandine, and a dessert of cheesecake in raspberry sauce. Reservations required. Seatings are at 4:30, 6, and 7:30 p.m. Prices per person vary, and include beverage, tax, and gratuity. Call 480-839-6455.

Dragonfly Café & Bakery
10135 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale
The succulent seafood trio of grilled Langostino, pan-roasted ono, and seared scallop over truffled risotto in a white wine broth is just one of three gourmet entrees available to patrons of this Scottsdale eatery's multi-course New Year's Eve dinner. Other possibilities include an oven-roasted veal chop stuffed with blue cheese polenta, served over wilted spinach and wild mushrooms, with a rich glace de viande, and fresh baby vegetables. The menu also includes a choice of appetizers, salads, deserts, and more. Reservations only. 5 to 9 p.m. $55 per person (or $80 per person with wine flight). Call 480-614-5516.

Farrelli's Cinema Supper Club
14202 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
www.farrellis.com
Partake in a full menu of dinner selections and a stocked bar while watching the latest flicks. 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Admission is $8 per movie; meal prices vary. Call 480-905-7200.

FOX Sports Grill
9425 W. Coyotes Blvd., Glendale
www.foxsportsgrill.com
Get a sporting start to 2008 with chef's specials (served until 11 p.m.), party favors, a Bubble Boy tournament, a midnight champagne toast, and more. 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Call 623-872-0369.

FOX Sports Grill
16203 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
www.foxsportsgrill.com
Catch all the bowl game action on any of the joint's 40-plus plasma TVs, enjoy chef's specials until 10 p.m., dance to tracks laid down by a live DJ, and toast the New Year with champagne at midnight. Party favors, giveaways, and a vodka ice luge are also planned. 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Call 480-368-0369.

Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant
420 S. Mill Ave., Tempe
www.gordonbiersch.com
The Mill Avenue brewpub offers music from Walt Richardson, and more. 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Call 480-736-0033.

Kincaid's Fish Chop & Steakhouse
2 S. 3rd St.
www.kincaids.com
Enjoy half-price appetizers and $3 drink specials during Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m., and from 9 p.m. until close. 4 p.m. to midnight. Call 602-340-0000.

La Vigne French Bistro & Wine Bar
4921 E. Ray Rd., Phoenix
www.lavignebistro.com
We're betting you'll have a blast at the "Casino Royale in Monte Carlo" night, which features a five-course dinner, champagne with aperitif, live music, casino tables, champagne tastings in the wine cellar, prizes, a midnight toast, and more. 7 p.m to 2 a.m. $125 per person. Call 480-785-4791.

Mastro's City Hall Steakhouse
6991 E. Camelback Rd., Scottsdale
www.mastrossteakhouse.com
A lavish five-course dinner consisting of sumptuous appetizers, gourmet entrees, and a bountiful dessert buffet will be served, along with live entertainment, dancing, a complimentary glass of champagne for each patron, and a toast at midnight. Seating is limited to 300 and reservations are required. 7 p.m. (with private table reservations accepted until 11 p.m.). $175 per person. Call 480-941-4700.

Mastro's Ocean Club Fish House
15045 N. Kierland Dr., Scottsdale
www.mastrosoceanclub.com
The gourmet seafood restaurant will offer gourmands a five-course dinner, complimentary champagne, and party favors, as well as dancing, music from Azz Izz Band, and more. Seating is limited to 300 and reservations are required. 7 p.m. (with private table reservations accepted until 11 p.m.). $200 per person. Call 480-443-8555.

Mastro's Steakhouse
8852 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale
www.mastrossteakhouse.com
Feast on a five-course dinner, enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne, dance to the music of Palmer, toast 2008 at midnight, and more. Seating is limited to 300 patrons and reservations are required. 7 p.m. (with private table reservations accepted until 11 p.m.). $175 per person. Call 480-585-9500.

Monti's La Casa Vieja
100 S. Mill Ave., Tempe
www.montis.com
The Tempe landmark will offer a pair of New Year's Eve packages designed for both VIPs and couples. The former offers reserved seating on the patio area, as well as an assortment of heavy hors d'oeuvres, a hosted bar, and a midnight toast with Moët & Chandon White Star champagne. The couples version includes dinner for two, consisting of 8-ounce herb-crusted prime rib and three jumbo fried shrimp, a side dish, Roman bread, salad, dessert, and a bottle of champagne. Both packages also feature tickets to the Fiesta Bowl Block Party and VIP parking passes. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. $125 for the couples package, $150 per person for the VIP package. $192.15 per couple. Call 480-967-7594.

Pepin Restaurante Español
7363 Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale
www.pepinrestaurant.com
A special New Year's Eve dinner — which includes appetizer, salad, choice of entrees, dessert, good luck grapes, champagne at midnight, and more — will be served, with performances by Flamenco Passion at 8 and 9:15 p.m., and Ramiro playing Latin dance music from 10 p.m. until close. 6 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. $80 per person. Call 480-990-9026 for reservations.

Remington's Restaurant & Lounge
7200 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
This gourmet steak house and eatery offers live music from Danny Long & Just Us Band from 7 p.m. until close. Open until 1 a.m. Call 480-951-5101.

Rustler's Rooste
8383 S. 48th St.
www.rustlersrooste.com
Cowboy up for a night of country music, an appetizer buffet, a balloon drop with prizes, midnight champagne toast, and more. 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. (with dinner also served from 5 to 10 p.m.). $29.95 per person. Call 602-431-6474.

Shabu Fondue
3400 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler
Dip into this East Valley eatery's three-course New Year's Eve "Fondue Fun" dinner, featuring a main course of prime rib, chicken, shrimp, or crab claws, as well as a cheese fondue appetizer and a chocolate fondue desert. Seatings run from 4 to 10 p.m. $55 per person. Call 480-857-9477.

Tastings Wine Bar & Bistro
1809 N. Dysart Rd., Avondale
www.tastingswb.com
Jazz musicians Jay Soto and Bryne Donaldson will perform throughout the evening, and a five-course dinner (including a dessert bar) will be served, with seatings at 6:30, 8, and 10 p.m. Late night snacks, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast will also be available. Open until 1:30 a.m. $250 per couple. Call 623-536-6600.

The Wrigley Mansion
2501 E. Telawa Trail
www.wrigleymansion.com
Pan-seared black cod with fire-roasted red pepper crab sauce and portobello mushroom wild rice is just one of three entree options patrons will have during the exquisite four-course New Year's Eve dinner, as well as a choice of appetizers like Asian-influenced five-spice-rubbed duck breast with Oriental risotto and mango drizzle. Seatings at 5 and 7 p.m. $125 per person. Call 602-955-4079 for reservations.

BARS & CLUBS

Amsterdam
716 N. Central Ave.
www.amsterdambar.com
New Year's Eve Open House Party with simulcasts from other parties worldwide, DJ Rebel X spinning in Club Miami, and a champagne toast at midnight. Open until 4 a.m. Call 602-258-6122.

Apollo's
5749 N. 7th St.
www.apollos.com
"An Affair to Remember" promises a New Year's Eve drag show featuring Barbara Seville, a "Best Dressed" contest with $1,000 in prizes, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and a midnight toast. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 602-277-9373.

Axis/Radius
7340 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale
www.axis-radius.com
This tony Scottsdale club hosts a Times Square-themed fete, with DJs Swerve and MCB on the ones and twos, as well as a hosted bar from 9 to 10 p.m., party favors, and more. Bottle service and table reservations available; formal dress preferred. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $35 per person, $45 for tickets that also include admission to Myst and Suede, and $55 for couples (complimentary bottle of champagne included in admission price). Call 480-970-1112.

Bar Smith
130 E. Washington St.
www.barsmithphoenix.com
Solstice New Year's Eve hosted by Miss Fitzpatrick and featuring DJs Senbad, Pete "Supermix" Salaz, Benjamin Cutswell, Treis, and special guest Chris Flores working the wheels of steel, as well as live art by Baron Gordon, giveaways, a midnight champagne toast, and more. 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. $15 before 10:30 p.m., $20 after (discount pre-sale tickets available at www.myspace.com/supermix). Call 602-229-1265.

Big Fish Pub
1954 E. University Dr., Tempe
www.myspace.com/azbigfish
New Year's Eve bash with DJ Marvel spinning Top 40, a champagne toast at midnight, and more. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-449-3474 for cover.

Billet Bar
3752 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
www.azbilletbar.com
New Year's Eve party with live music starting at 9 p.m. and more. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-941-1876.

Bikini Lounge
1502 Grand Ave.
This downtown Phoenix dive offers DJs, drink specials, giveaways, party favors, prize raffles, and a midnight champagne toast. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 602-252-0472.

The Blooze Bar
12014 N. 32nd St.
www.myspace.com/thebloozebar
New Year's Eve bash with rock from Rizon, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 602-788-4574.

Boney Maroney's Saloon & Grill
1805 E. Elliot Rd., Tempe
New Year's Eve party with karaoke, pool and shuffleboard, an all-night raffle, midnight champagne toast, and $40 gift certificates for only $30. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $30. Call 480-839-0505.

Burn
122 E. Washington St.
www.myspace.com/burnnightclub
"Pop the Top Off the New Year" fete with three DJs, free champagne and party favors, cash giveaways, and more. 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (21 and over until 2 a.m.; 18 and over 2 to 6 a.m.) $10. Call 602-258-1772.

Cactus Jack's Bar & Grill
4747 E. Elliot Rd., Phoenix
www.azcactusjacks.com
New Year's Eve party with DJ Jorge, party favors, a champagne toast, and balloon drop for prizes at midnight, and more. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-893-6630.

Casey Moore's Oyster House
850 S. Ash Ave., Tempe
This Tempe favorite offers drink specials, party favors, and "lots of excitement." 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-968-9935.

The Chamber
2450 E. Chambers St.
www.myspace.com/thechamberaz
New Year's gets punk'd with music from The Prosthetics, Abiotx, Whats Left?, and Pulverizer. 8 p.m. $6.

Char's Has the Blues
4631 N. 7th Ave.
www.charshastheblues.com
New Year's Eve Party with music from Tucson's Bad News Blues Band. 9 p.m. Call 602-230-0205 for cover.

Clubhouse Music Venue
1320 E. Broadway Rd., Tempe
www.clubhousegigs.com
"New Year's Eve Tempe 2008" hip-hop extravaganza with performances by Antedote, the Insects, the Drunken Immortals All-Stars, Crusher Sound System, DJ Terra and DJ Reflex, Solid Ground, and more, as well as live art by Dumperfoo and Griffin One, cheap drinks, and a midnight champagne toast. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $12 pre-sale, $15 at the door. Call 480-968-3238.

Club Mardi Gras & VooDoo Lounge
8040 E. McDowell Rd., Scottsdale
www.myspace.com/mardigrasbar
Spend New Year's Eve with the rockers of the Reign Kings, and others. Free limousine service within 10 miles. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Call 480-970-5707.

Club Red
2155 E. University Dr., Tempe
www.myspace.com/clubredrocks
"Rockin' Red New Year's Eve" with rock from Sylence, Krak Smokin' Grannies, and 68 Guns, as well as a dinner buffet, prizes, party favors, DJs, go-go dancers, drink specials, a midnight champagne toast, and more. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $25. Call 480-966-4733.

Coach & Willie's
412 S. 3rd St.
www.coachandwillies.com
Ritmo Latino's New Year's Eve Bash featuring DJs AL3, Big Latin, and Villin spinning Latin music inside and hip-hop outside, as well as $2 16-ounce Bud Lights until 11 p.m. and other random drink specials throughout the evening, a midnight champagne toast, and more. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. No cover before 10 p.m., $10 until 11 p.m., and $20 after. Call 602-254-5272.

Connolly's Bar & Grill
5160 W. Northern Ave., Glendale
The parking lot will be fenced off for a huge party featuring DJs, dancing, drink specials, giveaways, appearances by the Bud Girls and Jäger Girls, and more. 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. $5. Call 623-915-5645.

Coyote Hill Bar & Grill
12417 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale
www.mycoyotehill.com
Mardi Gras New Year's Eve party with free food from 9 to 11 p.m., shot specials all night, party favors, a bead contest with prizes ($500 for first, $250 for second, $100 for third) for those who can collect the most beads by 1:30 a.m., and a champagne toast at midnight. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 623-536-7711.

Dirty Pretty
7443 E. 6th Ave., Scottsdale
www.dirtypretty.com
"New Year's Resolution" party with DJs, live rock music, an open bar, and more. $85. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-970-1222.

The Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant
3841 E. Thunderbird Rd.
www.dublinerpub.com
New Year's Eve party with music from Nightshift, and more. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $5. Call 602-867-0984.

Fat Tuesday
680 S. Mill Ave., Tempe
www.fattuesdaytempe.com
The DJs of the Salacious Beat Slingers — including Chromatest and Kodama — will spinning breakbeats at this phat fete, which extends into the back courtyard. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-967-3917 for cover.

George & Dragon English Pub
4240 N. Central Ave.
Get double the fun when the pub celebrates the U.K.'s New Year at 5 p.m. and then with the rest of Arizona at midnight. Open until 2 a.m. Call 602-241-0018.

Giligin's
4251 N. Winfield Scott Plaza
Hang out with Chuey the Rock 'n' Roll Midget and the Giligin's crew for party favors, midnight champagne, drink specials like two-for-$6 Sex on the Beach and Kamikazes, and, of course, Chuey's midget-sized mini-bar. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-874-2264.

Goat Head Saloon
1423 S. Country Club Dr., Mesa
www.goatheadsaloon.com
Get Truckin' to the "Ticket to New Years" party with jam rock from Xtra Ticket and guests. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-464-8030 for cover.

Hardtailz Bar & Grill
16816 N. 35th Ave.
www.hardtailzbar.com
Live music with Knucklehead, party favors, a midnight champagne toast, and more. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 602-863-3474.

Hidden House
607 W. Osborn Rd.
www.thehiddenhouse.com
Foreign Affair's New Year's Eve bash with DJs Delikacy, Xtra-E, KGB, and Al Page spinning hip-hop, old school, and downtempo beats. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Call 602-266-1763.

Homme
138 W. Camelback Rd.
www.myspace.com/phoenixhomme
A slew of local DJs will be spinning the hottest in EDM both upstairs and downstairs, with a lineup that includes Spyder, Matty, Metatron, Shane Jacot, Steve Edwards, Jeff Trevors, and others. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10 presale, $12 at the door. Call 602-234-3023.

Hurricane Bay
4139 W. Bell Rd.
Partake in drink specials, DJs and dancing, karaoke in Solo's Bar, and more. 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. $6. Call 602-843-6100.

J-Heads
5110 E. McDowell Rd.
www.myspace.com/jheadsbar
Punk Rock New Year's Eve with music from Dephinger, Fourskin, Terezodu, Noise Attack, One Last Piece, FYI, Burn the Herd, and Nomada, as well as a free taco bar, drink and shot specials, noisemakers, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $5. Call 602-225-0307.

Joe's Grotto
13825 N. 32nd St.
www.joesgrotto.com
Celebrate with party favors, a midnight champagne toast, and music from Pelvic Meatloaf, Howitzer, and From Dark. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Call 602-992-1007.

Last Exit Bar & Grill
1425 W. Southern Ave., Tempe
www.lastexitlive.com
New Year's Eve bash with music from Tramps & Thieves, Truckers on Speed, and Los Guys. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Call 480-557-6656.

The Library Bar & Grill
501 S. Mill Ave., Tempe
www.thelibraryusa.com
New Year's Eve bash with rock from cover band Vinyl Revival, and more. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-929-9002 for cover.

Marc's Sports Grill & Nightlife
4494 W. Peoria Ave., Glendale
marcssportsgrillandnightlife.com
New Year's Eve party with karaoke, DJs and dancing, party favors and noisemakers, and a balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $5. Call 623-842-1053.

Martini Ranch & Shaker Room
7295 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale
www.martiniranchaz.com
Relive your high school days at the "Off Like a Prom Dress" New Year's Eve bash. '80s fashion encouraged. Enjoy rock from Dimonet, while DJ XXXXX spins mash-ups of Top 40, rock, R&B, and house. Party favors, hats, and a split of champagne are included, with a toast at midnight. 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. $20 before 10 p.m. VIP packages start at $100 per couple, with champagne starting at $300 per bottle. Other bottle service package prices vary. Call 480-970-0500.

Max & Ted's 480 Neighborhood Bar
480 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler
www.maxteds480bar.com
Drink specials, DJs and dancing, karaoke, and more. Open until 2 a.m. Call 480-899-2268.

McDuffy's Peoria
15814 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria
www.mcduffys.com
New Year's Eve Extravaganza with DJs and dancing, drink specials, party favors, and a balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight. Open until 2 a.m. $10. Call 623-334-5000.

Mondrian Scottsdale
7353 E. Indian School Rd.
www.mondrianscottsdale.com
The hotel's pair of ultra-swanky nightspots — Skybar and Red Bar — will be holding New Year's Eve parties featuring cash bars, guest DJs, complimentary champagne for the midnight toast, and more. 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. $85 for both. Table reservations are also available at an additional cost. Call 480-444-0549.

Myst
7340 E. Shoeman Lane, Scottsdale
Experience some sinful delights at the third annual "Burlesque Ball," with DJ Nameless, LTJ, and DJ Randy working the wax, as well as live performances, a hosted bar from 9 to 10 p.m., party favors, and more. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. $35 per person, $45 for tickets that also include admission to Axis/Radius and Suede, and $55 for couples (complimentary bottle of champagne included in admission price). Call 480-970-5000.

Nate's Place Pub
5235 S. Kyrene Rd., Tempe
This Boston-loving bar hosts the Beantown-themed "New Yea's Pahty Like a Rock Stah" celebration, featuring a Guitar Hero tournament and a costume contest (both with a $50 prize), as well as $3 Rockstar mixers, $2 drafts, and $1 Miller High Life and PBR. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-777-5088.

Phase 54
1700 W. Drake Dr., Tempe
"Decadence" party featuring live music from Shawn Johnson and the Foundation, Jeordie, and more, as well as DJ Johnny Vegas spinning Top 40, party favors, a champagne toast at midnight, prizes and giveaways, $3 shot specials all evening, $4 martinis from 8 to 10 p.m., and more. Bottle service is available for the VIP Room (complete with Jacuzzi). 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Call 480-551-3970.

Pumphouse II
4132 E. McDowell Rd.
New Year's Eve party with drink specials all night, party favors, a champagne toast at midnight, and more. Open until 2 a.m. Call 602-275-3509.

The Q-Lounge/Bobby Q's
8501 N. 27th Ave.
www.bobbyq.net
Gift bags for every guest at this swanky soiree, which features DJ Devine on the decks, a balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight, and more. VIP and bottle-service tables are available. 9 p.m to 1 a.m. $15 general admission, $20 reserved seating. Call 602-995-5982.

Rhythm Room
1019 E. Indian School Rd.
www.rhythmroom.com
New Year's Eve Soul Party with party favors, a midnight champagne toast, and music from Soul Power. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $14. Call 602-265-4842.

The Rogue Bar
423 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale
Adios Motherfucker New Year's Eve Massive featuring a slew of DJs, including William Fucking Reed, Jared Alan, Sleazy Sean, Dizzy D, Pone Discos, Tiffe Fermaint, Kevin the Makeout Bandit, Jay Wiggins, Epidemic, and more. Giveaways, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast are also planned. 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. $8 before 11 p.m., $10 after. Call 480-947-3580.

R.T. O'Sullivan's
1010 W. Southern Ave., Mesa
New Year's Eve celebration featuring DJs and dancing, drink specials, party favors, a midnight champagne toast, prizes and giveaways, and more. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Call 480-844-1290.

The Ruby Room Lounge
717 S. Central Ave.
www.myspace.com/therubyroomlounge
Punk rock from Glass Heroes, Hell on Heels, The Unfortunates, and The Impossible Ones. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 602-258-6900 for cover.

The Sets
93 E. Southern Ave., Tempe
Trash City's New Year's Eve party with video DJs, drink specials, free pool and shuffleboard, a champagne toast, and more. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $20 per person, $30 for couples, $125 for the VIP package (which includes appetizers, party favors, champagne, and shuttle service to and from the event). Call 602-953-2728 or visit www.trashcityentertainment.com.

Shady's
2701 E. Indian School Rd.
New Year's Eve celebration featuring party favors, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, and the joint's awesome jukebox. Open until 2 a.m. Call 602-956-8998.

Smokey's Bar & Grill
1734 E. Main St., Mesa
New Year's Eve party with a buffet dinner, midnight champagne, and music from Dirty Goat and Phantom 55. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. $10. Call 480-833-1950.

Steel Horse Saloon
1818 W. Bell Rd.
www.steelhorsesaloon.com
Live music from The Wett, party favors, a champagne toast, and a free breakfast buffet at midnight. Open until 2 a.m. Call 602-942-8778.

Stray Cat Bar & Grill
2433 E. University Dr., Tempe
Blessedbethyname presents a special New Year's Eve gig, which also features DJ Johnny Volume spinning metal. 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. $15. A gourmet VIP dinner with party favors and treats will also be held at 7 p.m. $30 per person, $50 for couples. Call 480-967-1040.

Suede
7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale
The upscale chic of Suede gets even swankier, as the nightspot will be drenched in red décor for "A Sexy Satin New Years" party, with DJ Circle dropping the beats. A hosted bar is available from 9 to 10 p.m., with bottle service and table reservations also available. Formal dress preferred. 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. $20 per person, $45 for tickets that also include admission to Axis/Radius and Myst (with a complimentary bottle of champagne included in admission price). Call 480-970-6969.

TT Roadhouse
2915 N. 68th St., Scottsdale
Gigantic New Year's Eve throwdown with party favors, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, and "the best fuggin' jukebox anywhere." Open until 2 a.m. Call 480-947-8723.

Whiskey River Saloon
3202 E. Greenway Rd.
www.whiskeyriveraz.com
Live country from JW Brooks & Western Bred, drink specials, a midnight champagne toast, and more. Open until 2 a.m. Call 602-867-2802.

Yucca Tap Room
29 W. Southern Ave., Tempe
www.yuccatap.com
Party favors, midnight champagne toast, and music from The Necronauts, Flathead, The Liar's Handshake, and more. 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Call 480-967-4777.

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