Future Forward NYE 2021 at Reina 

Turn up for a futuristic NYE outdoors on Reina’s heated patio at their Future Forward NYE party and enjoy beats by DJ Phoenix and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Expect lights, lasers, and all the glow things. It’s the night you’ve been waiting for all year. Doors at 8 p.m.

Where: 78 Rainey St., 78701
Price: GA is free, tables start at $100

NYE Pig Roast & New Years Day Brunch at Revelry On The Blvd.

Chef Dom of Revelry On The Boulevard will be roasting a whole pig for a $20 all-you-can- eat NYE feast with their house-made salsa bar. The full menu will also be available. There will be a DJ playing all night and a complimentary champagne toast a midnight. They open at 5 p.m. with the pig roast beginning at 7 p.m. On New Year’s Day they will have their full brunch menu and have a live jazz band.

Photo Credit: Nate Beels

Where: 6215 N. Lamar Blvd., 78752
Price: Free admission, pig roast $20

NYE Bash At Corner Bar

A live DJ will be playing all night at Corner Bar with a ball drop and champagne toast at midnight. They’ll be serving drinks until 2 a.m. It’s $100 for a private table for up to six people, and that includes a complimentary bottle of champagne. Walk-ins are also welcome with limited and socially distanced space allowing. For reservations email cornerbusiness1901@gmail.com or call 512-445-9500.

Where: 1901 S. Lamar, 78704
Price: $100 for a private table for six

TLC Austin’s NYE Surf & Turf Dinner For Two

Treat yourself to an amazing dinner from TLC Austin, including two 8 oz. tenderloin filets, two crab-stuff lobster halves, tarragon lemon butter, rosemary fingerling potatoes, asparagus, chocolate brownie with winter-spiced strawberry compote, and a bottle of Taittinger Brut Champagne. This special NYE menu is only offered to-go so you can enjoy it from the comfort of your own home. Preorder online here and pickup on December 31st.

Photo Credit: The Velox Standard

Where: Pickup at 1100 S Lamar Blvd., Suite 1150
Price: $250

“Thankful” at Empire Garage

Black Live Music Fund Presents: “Thankful” NYE 2020 featuring Riders Against the Storm, Eimaral Sol, Deezie Brown, Jake Lloyd, Nook Turner, Nnedi (TITS), Torre Blake, and J Soulja  to close out 2020 in style at Empire Garage. This is a socially distanced event with ooutdoor seating and reserved tables only. Mask are required.

Where: 606 E 7th St., 78701
Price: Tables start at $150

$20.21 Takeout + Delivery From Southside Flying Pizza

If you’re looking to keep it casual on NYE, Southside Flying Pizza is running a NYE special of any two large pizzas for $20.21, available at all locations for takeout and delivery. They’re open New Year’s Eve 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and on New Year’s Day from noon to 10 p.m. Their NYE special is available to order from December 31st to January 3rd. Order online here.

Photo Credit: The Velox Standard

Where: All Southside Flying Pizza Locations
Price: $20.21

New Year’s Eve At Otopia Rooftop

Toast to 2021 at Otopia Rooftop Bar in Austin’s Campus District. Ring in the New Year at Otopia, located in The Otis Hotel, with a safe and sophisticated celebration. Admission includes a Moet champagne toast, a live DJ spinning vinyl all night, a photo booth experience, complimentary valet, and the best view in the city of the Austin skyline.

Where: 1901 San Antonio St., 78705
Price: $75

NYE 2020 At Lefty’s 

Reserve a table for Lefty’s New Year’s Eve, socially safe party! They’re offering their picnic tables for you and your friends to have a safe and fun place to enjoy cocktails while ringing in the New Year. Each table will receive a bottle of bubbles and one drink ticket per person. They’re full bar menu will be available and there’s a maximum of eight people per table.

Where: 1813 C East 6th St., 78702
Price: $20

Speakeasy’s Legendary New Year’s Eve Bash

Ring in 2021 at Speakeasy’s annual New Year’s Eve bash! This year will feature a seated/socially distanced experience so that you and guests can celebrate in a safe and sanitary environment. PDA is performing in the Speakeasy Live Music Lounge with DJ on Terrace59 and a special guest DJ in the Kabaret Room. Email events@47party.com for more information on tickets, large group sales, or bottle service selections.

Where: 412 Congress Ave., 78701
Price: Starts at $91

NYE Dinner + New Year’s Day Brunch At Hotel Magdalena’s Summer House on Music Lane

On New Year’s Eve, Summer House on Music Lane will be offering a multi-course tasting menu for dinner starting at 5 p.m. with an optional wine pairing. On New Year’s Day they’re planning to host a brunch at regular hours with a Seafood Tower as a feature, along with their regular menu. Their NYE Prix Fixe Dinner is five courses for $98 with an optional $48 wine pairing add-on.

Where: 1101 Music Ln., 78704
Price: $98

NYE At TenTen

House Of Tones NYE Masquerade

House of Tones is bringing OFFAIAH to Central Texas at Pinballz Kingdom on NYE for a special two hour New Year set! They’ll be collaborating with Special K, JDS, and Star Force to bring you an amazing NYE Masquerade experience you won’t forget! They’ll be a complimentary champagne toast at midnight as well as special Game Card deals (buy $20 get another $20). The show will feature lasers and performers and VIP tables and bottle service will be available.

Where: 15201 S. I-35 Frontage Road, Buda, 78610
Price: $40

Virtual Wine And Cheese NYE Tasting With Rebel Cheese

Virtually join Rebel Cheese New Year’s Eve at 7 p.m. to ring in the new year with vegan cheese and sparkling wine. Kirsten and Fred, co-owners of Rebel Cheese, will lead this discussion on their house made cheeses. They’ll explain the inspiration behind each one and walk you through a tasting. You’ll get a cheese board with four house made cheeses (enough for two people), jam pairings, and other accoutrements (bread, crackers) and a bottle of sparkling wine. The board will be available for pick-up the day of the event between 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Where: Pick up at 2200 Aldrich St. Suite 120, 78723
Price: $60

Uchi And Uchiko’s NYE Omakase

Both Uchi and Uchiko will be offering a special NYE Omakase dine-in experience. Enjoy 12 courses at Uchi for $200 for two, with an option to add on sake and wine parings for $40. Uchiko will feature 11 courses for $195 for two.

Where: Uchi, 801 South Lamar Blvd., 78704
Uchiko, 4200 N. Lamar Blvd., 78756
Price: $195–$200

Austin’s New Year

Austin’s New Year, the City of Austin’s official New Year’s Eve celebration, will be virtual in 2020. Presented by the Austin Convention Center, the special will feature pre-recorded performances from eight local bands recorded at iconic, local venues across the city including The Saxon Pub, The Continental Club, Cheer Up Charlies, Antone’s Night Club, and Mohawk. Enjoy performances from Shakey Graves, Parker McCollum, Gina Chavez, and others! Click here for broadcasting details. 

Photo Credit: Lisa Hause Photography

Silent Disco At The W Austin

Say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021 with Austin Silent Disco at the W Austin hotel. Safely ring in the new year with a dance party to remember. The Silent Disco takes place from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. featuring three local live DJs spinning three different genres of music.

Where: 200 Lavaca St., 78701
Price: $40

Geraldine’s NYE Cocktail Soiree

Drink in 2021 with a festive cocktail tasting including overnight stays at Hotel Van Zandt! Safely ring in the New Year with cocktails, games, and a DJ, in a physically distanced setting while safely taking the elevator home for the evening. Your experience includes four craft cocktails per person, physically distanced seating area for you and your party, games galore, a local live DJ, and more! Doors open at 9:15 p.m.

Where: 605 Davis St., 78701
Price: Starts at $150

New Year’s Eve X Olamaie

Whether your fête is black tie or drawstring, Olamaie has created a lavish menu for a luck-filled new year. Celebrate New Year’s Eve with their Bash in a Bag featuring bubbles, Southern appetizers, and cold, fried chicken (reheating instructions provided), or start 2021 as a success with a biscuit brunch.

Where: Pickup at 1610 San Antonio St., 78701

Know of other NYE events going on? Please email emily@365thingsaustin.com.