Christmas has come and gone and now you're behind the curve in planning your New Year's out. Here's your planning cheat sheet. Happy 2016!
Streets of San Francisco will host its seventh annual New Years Eve party with performances by American DJ Girl Talk, legendary MC Too $hort, and more. Group and general admission tickets are offered and both include open bar. For the ultimate NYE experience, splurge for the On Stage Ultra VIP ticket. You can grab them here. // Fort Mason Center (2 Marina Blvd, San Francisco); 9pm-2am; $140-400; eventbrite.com
Brava's Comedy Fiesta: Latino Power Edition
Brava Theater Center's fourth annual Comedy Fiesta features live comedy performances by Marga Gomez, Lydia Popovich, Monica Palacios,
Chris Storin, and more. After the show, guests will be able to dance the night away and drink Champagne to toast the new year. Buy tickets here. // 2781 24th St, San Francisco; 8pm-1am; $35-50; brava.org
Mezzanine is hosting a New Year's Eve celebration with a special appearance by electronica musician Chet Faker as well as Dam-Funk, and Marcus Marr. Tickets include a hosted vodka bar from 9-11pm (VIP tickets holders will have a premium open bar), exclusive access, small bites, and a Champagne toast. Grab tickets here. // 444 Jessie St, San Francisco; 9pm; $140-$185; themezzaninesf.com
Trademark San Francisco gallery 111 Minna is ringing in the new year with style. Their Trap x Art: Drake Tribute is showcasing amazing local artists and music by Dj Criddy & Dj Mujie. There will also be a number of blank canvases and art supplies for those who would like to make their own personal masterpiece. Celebrate 2016 by listening to Hotline Bling (again). Buy your tickets here. // 111 Minna, San Francisco; 9pm-2am; tickets start at $30; trapxart.com
One of San Francisco's biggest New Year's Eve events is returning for its ninth year. The Westin St. Francis hotel will be transformed into the ultimate NYE bash, with an open bars, 7 different music areas, fashion show, stilt walkers, 15 DJs, and more. This event requires formal attire, black tie optional. Grab tickets here. // 335 Powell St, San Francisco; 9pm-2am; $120-$850; alistsf.com
This New Year’s Eve, Skills is proud to present another colorful countdown experience at Oakland’s Oracle Arena. Expect the long awaited 360 degree, full color laser show, Budweiser and Stella lounges, and several outdoor areas for when you need a break from the dance floor. Get tickets here. // Oracle Arena (7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland), 6pm-2am, $50-$180, popnye.com
NYE at Parc 55
New Years' Eve in San Francisco just doesn't get any better. The longest running multi-city themed New Year's eve event in the city, prepare yourself for five different dance floors; premium party favors; massive screens; a balloon drop; and more! Get tickets here. // Parc 55 Union Square (55 Cyril Magnin Street, San Francisco), 9pm-2am, $149-$175, eventbrite.com/ nye-massive
