Here's Where You Can Ring in the New Year in Greater Lansing

New Year's Eve celebrations can be had in a multitude of ways.

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I've spent it at a friend's house playing board games and drinking; I've been at karaoke bars and rang in the New Year singing my favorite tunes; I've even just stayed home and watched movies and sipped champagne with my husband.

Do I stay awake until midnight every time? Well, that depends...if I'm home, sometimes I just rest my eyes a little bit until it's time to watch the ball drop.

New Year's Eve Celebrations in Lansing

But if you're looking to party it up and have fun all night leading up to the countdown and kiss at midnight, there are plenty of places in the Greater Lansing area where you can go and have a ball.

Thanks to amazing sources like Lansing State Journal, 517 Living.com, AllEvents, and Eventbrite, we know where there are some fun happenings around town. Check out the list below to see where you can ring in the New Year in Greater Lansing.

Double Clutch Lounge at High Caliber Karting and Entertainment

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You can enjoy live country music and tons of activities (like axe throwing, arcade games, karting, and more) at the Double Clutch Lounge in High Caliber, located inside the Meridian Mall. Couples tickets are $125 for the pair and come with an appetizer, food, favors, and champagne to pop. Get more ticket info HERE.

New Year's Eve Party at Lansing Brewing Company

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For those of you 21 years and older, Lansing Brewing Company wants you to "come dressed to impress" for their annual New Year's Eve bash. The theme is "Winter Ball" decor, which reminds me of winter formal themes from high school, except this is an adult-only event. There's going to be "champagne jello shots, glittery drink specials", and the release of their annual Ball Dropper beer.

NYE Party featuring Frog and the Beeftones Live at Gravity Smokehouse

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If you want to ring in the New Year with good food and great live music, Gravity Smokehouse in Holt has you covered. You can grab dinner and drinks, take in the sounds of Frog and the Beeftones, and then kick off the countdown with a champagne toast. All for no cover. Check out more info HERE.

NYE Masquerade Ball at 24 Karat Talent Studios

This event is a good time for a great cause. Dress to the nines and don't forget your mask for this amazing evening filled with musical entertainment from Michigan artists, food, drinks, and more. A portion of the proceeds "will be donated to the Association for Children's Mental Health". Ticket range from $28 - $65. Find all the info you need HERE.

Dude! A totally Awesome New Year's Eve at Veritas

Celebrate 2023 like it's 1985 at Veritas in Jackson. From 9 pm to 1:30 am you'll be able to enjoy live music, 80's tunes from DJ Joel, drinks, champagne cheers at midnight, and more. Just come dressed in your 80s best! Tickets are $50, click HERE for more info.

10 Lansing Area Eateries with Heated Outdoor Dining

Michigan winters can be tough when it comes to going out and enjoying some food or drink outdoors. No worries, these greater Lansing area bars, and restaurants have you covered. All the locations listed below feature heated outdoor seating in some way. Whether it's with a fire-pit table or an outdoor igloo seating space, these places will keep you warm and toasty this winter.

10 Best Bars in Jackson

No matter what your poison is (beer, wine, or a nice mixed drink or cocktail), these bars could make for the perfect pit stop before or after a fun night out on the town in Jackson. Whether you call Jackson home, or it's your first evening there, we did the leg work and put together a list of the best bars and breweries in Jackson to grab a drink at. Check out the list in the gallery below. And if we're missing a must-stop bar, let us know. You can always send us a message using the free app.

Lansing Area Bars and Restaurants That Serve Amazing Mocktails

Whether you are a pregnant person, a sober person, an underage person, or just a person who doesn't feel like drinking alcohol at the moment, there's got to be something out there for us, right? That's when I discovered the beauty of a mocktail. If you don't drink alcohol, for whatever reason, there are some fantastic restaurants and bars in Lansing that serve up more than pop and lemonade. Check out these spots that have amazing mocktails.