Petrowski's Picks- NYE in Austin
** This post is not sponsored, but features my picks for New Year’s Eve events in the Austin area.
Photo by Hayden Walker
Austin’s New Year’s Eve
Vic Mathias Auditorium Shores
Family-friendly event that ends with fireworks at 10 p.m. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. Dogs are allowed on a leash.
7:30 p.m.- 10 p.m.
St. Elmo Brewing Company
440 East St. Elmo Rd.
Family-friendly party on NYE day. Face painting and activities for the kids. DJ and beer for the adults. Early countdown and champagne toast at 5 p.m.
12 p.m.- 6 p.m.
Dinner at Rosdedale Kitchen and Bar
3800 North Lamar
Dine early with the kids or stay late and celebrate. Different seating options available with a special chef’s menu. Book a 10 p.m. spot for the chance to win chef's tasting menu for 8 paired with wines.
Russian House Kids Party
307 East 5th St.
Toast to 2020 with kids mimosas, treats and a confetti explosion. Enjoy a performance by the Russian School of Austin.
11 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Justine’s
4710 East 5th St.
Hotel Neon Horizon
In a nod to 80s and 90s ephemera, Justine’s will transform into a dreamland draped in palm trees, aglow in neon. Tickets include lobster, oysters, passed hors d'oeuvres and late-night bites.
8 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Tickets $150
Corner at JW Marriott
110 East 2nd St.
Special dinner featuring an oyster bar and carving station. After party includes live music, a dance floor, photo booth, specialty cocktails and a champagne room.
7 p.m.- 1 a.m.
Tickets start at $45
Roosevelt Room
307 West 5th St.
Roaring 20s New Year’s Eve Party
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of one of the most unique decades in history with classic cocktails and a DJ. Semi-formal to formal attire required.
7 p.m.-2 a.m.
Tickets start at $50
June’s All Day
1722 South Congress
Bollywood New Year’s Eve Bash
Three course pre fixe menu, belly dancers and Bollywood tunes.
$75 per person
Hotel ZaZa
400 Lavaca St.
Step into the future with neon glitz and glam featuring a live DJ and grand champagne toast.
10 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Tickets start at $75
Native Hostel
807 East 4th St.
Out Of This World NYE 2020
DJ dance party all night, open bar, aerial performers, free goodies, rad vendors, and creatures from all over.
8 p.m.-2 a.m.
Tickets start at $100
W Hotel Austin
200 Lavaca St.
Let Them Eat Cake
Celebrate NYE with W Austin in decadent style at their most lavish annual event.
9 p.m.- 2a.m.
Tickets start at $100
Eberly
615 South Lamar
The restaurant will transform into Studio 54 with disco, dancing, drinks, and a party you won't forget. There will be four different rooms of entertainment and the Rooftop at Eberly will be open as well. Ticket include bites, desserts and a champagne toast.
8 p.m.- 2 a.m.
Tickets $100
Irene’s
506 West Ave.
DRAG in the New Year with Rhonda Jewels
Everyone's favorite Drag Brunch Host will be emceeing all night long! Don't miss out on drink specials, a free drag performance and a countdown to 2020 with a toast at midnight.
10 p.m.-2am
Tickets start at $30
Nickel City
1133 East 11th St.
80’s Throwback NYE at Nickel City
8 p.m.-2 a.m.
Tickets start at $175