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High Plains Reader New Year’s Eve Guide

Culture | December 24th, 2015

As we bid 2015 adieu on Thursday December 31, The folks here at The high Plains Reader have put together a list of attractions to help you usher in 2016. The night is your oyster and we are here to help you find the pearls.Prepare to soak up the champagne, dance the night away, wine and dine yourselves,dress to the nines, but remember to stay warm, and stay safe. We will see you in 2016!

Aquarium above Dempsey’s

Thurs. Dec. 31, 9 pm to 1 am

226 Broadway, Fargo

Semi-annual local Weezer tribute featuring not only the Weezfest dudes but local metalheads Famous Monsters paying tribute to The Misfits album “Walk among us”. Fargo punks What Kingswood needs playing a Rancid tribute, and Silverf*ck paying homage to 90s cult band Failure. Don’t miss the New Year’s countdown with complimentary champagne and party favors.

Dempsey's 

Thurs, Dec 31 9 pm 

226 Broadway, Fargo

D Mills and the Thrills return for a live hip hop with a band experience to play all night long with special guest Nina Grolman. No cover and enjoy free champagne toast at Midnight as well as free party favors.

Monte’s Downtown

Thurs. Dec. 31

220 Broadway, Fargo

Five course dinner seatings start at five. Check website for variety of dining packages montesnewyearseve.eventbrite.com or call 701-526-0149. From1-1am enjoy complimentary champagne and live music from Mike Holtz. Bid 2015 adieu as well as the old Monte’s we all know and love before their extensive remodel and rebrand.

Sidestreet

404 4th Ave. N, Fargo

Polish your boogie shoes local funk, soul, jazz, reggae group Heart & Soul hit the stage from 10 p.m.- 1 a.m.

The Nestor Tavern

1001 NP Ave. N

New Year’s masquerade ball with Austin based Govinda for a multi sensory experience. Govinda shares the stage with Minneapolis based Guggenz, and local heroes Tatr and Econ. Music 9 p.m.- close, $15 cover with mask, $20 cover without mask.

Hotel Donaldson

101 N Broadway, Fargo

Five course dinner followed by live music by O’Fosho and special guests. Be prepared for two big sets, the first is a tour of the decades from the 50s on, the next will be their original set. For more information or for reservations call (701) 478-1000.

Borrowed Buck’s Roadhouse

1201 Westrac Drive S, Fargo

Neon New Year’s party, $5 all you can drink 6-8. Two dollar tall taps, Morgans, and bomb shots from 8-11.

Holiday Inn Fargo

3803 13th Ave. S., Fargo

Doors open at 7, dinner buffet will be available from 7:30-8:45, The Roosters hit the stage at 9 p.m. The Holiday Inn will be partnering with the West Fargo Shakers for a silent auction. Proceeds from the auction will benefit The Ronald McDonald house. $50 for individual tickets, $90 for a pair, for more information call (701) 282-2700

M&J Saloon

817 Main Ave. W, West Fargo

#TBT Dress to impress in your classic threads..who doesn’t love a good theme party? Live music from Dozer at 9:30. $3 Busch light and PBR pounders.

The Old Broadway

22 N Broadway, Fargo

Fifteen cent taps and teas from 7-8:30 p.m. no cover.

Courtney’s Comedy Club

600 30th Ave S, Moorhead

See six nationally touring comedians Kory Smith, Brett Schmidt,Teague Hayes, Mike James and Sparkmann.This event is known to sell out. Tickets are $25/$45 in advance online, and $30/$50 on the day of the event. Show starts at 7 p.m. http://www.courtneyscomedyclub.com/events/8695

Junkyard Brewing

1416 1st Ave. N, Moorhead

Live music from Michael Pink from 9 pm to 12 a.m. then prepare to watch the keg drop at midnight.

Rick’s Bar

2721 Main Avenue, Fargo

Hangman’s Joke will be playing at Rick’s on both Thursday and Friday night.

Luna Fargo

1545 University Dr. S, Fargo

Luna will be taking reservations of parties up to five,walk-ins and larger parties will be offered until there is space available. Call 701-293-8818 for reservations. Complimentary glass of champagne with dinner.

The Garage Bar

3108 9th St. N, Moorhead

The Garage Bar will be holding a Pistol Pete’s reunion featuring live music from The Great Outdoors from 9 p.m. to howling.

Fort Noks Bar of gold

52 Broadway, Fargo

Champagne toast and happy hour prices all night

Bonanzaville

1351 Main Ave West

NYE mini Powwow and Round Dance, Doors open at 5:30, blessing and a potluck 6 p.m. Powwow starts at 7. This is an all ages event!

Fargo VFW

202 Broadway

Pat Lenertz hits the stage at 9:30

Speck's Bar

2611 Main Ave. Fargo

Broke and Thirsty perform live at 9p.m.

The Windbreak

3150 39th St. S, Fargo

Pop Rocks hits the stage at 9 p.m.

Basie's

1635 42nd St. S, Fargo

Kathie Brekke and the 42nd St. Jazz Band hit the stage at 7 pm.

Shotgun Sally's

1515 42nd St. S

A NYE bash featuring live music from Redline 9:30 p.m.

Sons of Norway

722 2nd Ave. N, Fargo

The Brian Breitbarth Trio plays live at 7:30 p.m.

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