Aside from being known for their fabulous deep dish pizza, Chicago is also known for throwing some awesome New Year’s Eve parties. Whether you choose to keep it casual, party it up hotel style or just ring in 2010 with the one you love, Chicago offers plenty of options. Here is a list of the top Chicago New Year’s Eve parties.
Top New Year’s Eve Party in Chicago: Drake Hotel
Since the roaring 1920s, The Drake has become the defining Chicago hotel, which is why it is the perfect place to ring in the 2010. Starting at $155, you get admission to Chicago’s hottest New Year’s Eve party. The party includes a live performance by one of Chicago’s top cover bands plus a special guest DJ will be spinning all night long. Gourmet hors d’oeuvres will be passed around all night and there will be a champagne toast at Midnight. When purchasing a general admission ticket, you get access to 4 ballrooms full of entertainment, a premium open bar from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and champagne, coffee and dessert service. However, if you feel like stepping up your game this New Year’s, then you should go with the VIP tickets. Along with everything that the GA tickets offers, the VIP tickets give you admittance to the raised VIP areas in the three extra ballrooms. You also get VIP seating and servers, so that you don’t have to waste your time getting drinks. Click here for more information on Drake Hotel New Year’s Eve.
Top New Year’s Eve Party in Chicago: The Wyndham
Located in the heart of the magnificent mile, The Wyndham Chicago is an oasis of comfort and style. This extravaganza includes multiple rooms of entertainment, a four-hour top shelf open bar, a buffet of hors d’oeuvres, champagne all night and live music by Chicago’s hottest cover band. When you buy tickets to this event, you also receive complimentary tickets to a pre party and a post party. The Pre-NYE party will be taking place at Sound Bar Chicago and includes a hosted cocktail reception from 9:30-11 p.m .The Post-NYE party will be at Crobar Chicago until 4 a.m. Click here for more information on The Wyndham New Year’s Eve.
Top New Year’s Eve Party in Chicago: Westin Michigan Avenue
The Westin Chicago soars 28 stories on top of Magnificent Mile in downtown Chicago. It is set in the perfect location to ring in the New Year. Hosted by Chicago radio personality Ty Bentli, this is one party that you don’t want to miss. The party includes a 4 hour open bar featuring top shelf liquor, such as Grey Goose and Bombay Sapphire. Because there will be a full staff of bartenders and serves, you can enjoy your night without waiting on a crowded line. Hors d’oeuvres and delicacies will also be passed around along with a buffet of appetizers. Don’t forget to dress to impress because the attire is black tie optional to formal. Click here for more information on Westin Michigan Avenue New Year’s Eve.
Top New Year’s Eve Party in Chicago: Cagney’s Lounge
Cagney’s Restaurant & Sports Lounge is an upscale restaurant and lounge meets sports bar located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. Cagney’s is great to host parties, especially for New Year’s. This New Year’s Eve, Cagney’s is going all out. Offering tickets starting at $100, this party comes with everything you need to make your evening great. The event includes a 4 hour premium open bar, a Midnight champagne toast, passed hors d’oeuvres and is featuring a renowned DJ. There are also two kinds of VIP tickets: seated VIP and ultra VIP. Both offer everything that the general admission does, however, this way you are guaranteed a table. Bottle service is also included. Click here for more information on Cagney’s Lounge New Year’s Eve.
Top New Year’s Eve Party in Chicago: NV Penthouse Lounge
NV is full of slick décor, creative crowds, and reasonably priced drinks. It presents the perfect ambiance for New Year’s Eve. NV Penthouse Lounge is hosting one of Chicago’s top parties. The event includes a premium open bar from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. and yes this includes red bull. Hors d’oeuvres will be served throughout the night, along with dessert at Midnight and a champagne toast. Click here for more information on NV Penthouse Lounge New Year’s Eve.

