Washington, DC New Year’s Eve Hotel Specials & Galas

Many hotels in the Washington, DC area have special packages and parties for New Year’s Eve. Following are a few special places to check out the party scene and book a room to ring in the New Year. You should make your reservations early, because many of these hotel galas sell out. Please note that all packages are subject to availability.

Downtown Countdown DC
New Year's Eve Gala at the Washington Hilton 1919 Connecticut Ave, NW, Washington, DC. The party features a 5-hour premium open bar, hors d’oeuvres, multiple rooms of entertainment including 3 bands, 4 DJs, 5 comedians, dancing, karaoke, and DC’s largest midnight balloon drop. This year will feature live performances by THIRD EYE BLIND and THE DIRTY HEADS.

New Year's Eve International Gala
Things to Do DC sponsors the New Years Eve celebration at the Omni Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert Street NW Washington DC. The party includes 10 international themed celebrations, 7 separate party rooms with 5 huge ballrooms, exclusive Cirquetacular New Year's Eve performances, open bar, elaborate dinner menus, midnight champagne toast, midnight balloon drops, multiple live bands, DJs, karaoke, mock casino gambling, strolling entertainers and much more.

Yuletide Ball New Year’s Eve Gala
An international dance competition hosted annually in Washington DC will present a New Year’s Eve Gala at the JW Marriott Hotel, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington DC. The event is black tie and features a performance by dance champions Maxim Kozhevnikov and Anastasia Grigoreva. Admission includes hors d’oeurves, a cash bar, a gourmet four-course dinner with a complementary glass of wine, dancing and a champagne toast at midnight. Advance tickets are required. Call (301) 972-2416.

New Year's Eve James Bond 007 Thunderball Gala
Euronet International sponsors the Bond extravaganza at The Washington Plaza Hotel, Ten Thomas Circle, NW, Washington, DC. Prepare to be ‘shaken & stirred” as you rock your TUX and stunning Bond Girl dress partying like “Bond, James Bond” at the 007 Thunderball on New Year’s Eve 2012. This all-inclusive, upscale, formal affair features PREMIUM OPEN bar all night, five international buffets, dessert stations, and a wide selection of timeless hits by top DC DJ’s and a seven piece orchestra. For Your Eyes Only exclusive entertainment includes sexy Golden Girls, mock casino gambling with 007 prizes, martinis at the ICE bar, exotic Bond cars, fun props, photo souvenirs, champagne ALL night, party favors, two huge balloon drops, and much more.


Big Night DC
The DC Area's Largest New Year's Eve Extravaganza. Gaylord National Resort and Conference Center, National Harbor, Maryland. Fifteen themed party areas encompassing the ballroom complex of the resort. Monster Energy Mardi Gras Ballroom & Stage, Vegas Casino Lounge (Mock Casino Gambling), ShamrockFest Stage & Ballroom, Retro Ballroom (Best of 70's, 80's & 90's dance tunes), Electronica Club Ballroom, Hip Hop Club Room, Karoake Zone, VIP Lounges, open bar and more.

International Club of DC New Year's Eve Grand Ball
Wardman Park Marriott Hotel, 2660 Woodley Road, NW, Washington, DC. An International Celebration of music, cuisine, culture, & dancing. Five live bands, a balloon drop at midnight, mock casino gambling, free flowing champagne, party favors, and 5-hour premium open bar. For dinner choose from either a sit down 3-course dinner with champagne and appetizers or a dinner buffet representing food from 5 international cities.

W Hotel Washington DC
515 15th Street NW, Washington, DC (202) 661-2400. Pinstripes and Pinups. The hotel will transform the rooftop P.O.V. indoor lounge into a burlesque cocktail club, with dancers, shadow boxes, pool tables and more. Beginning at 8 p.m., DJs will begin the rooftop celebration, leading to a live performance by renowned cover band Gonzo’s Nose in the Altitude Ballroom. Admission includes a premium open bar from 8-10 p.m., hors d’oeuvres and desserts throughout the night and a midnight champagne toast.

Park Hyatt Washington
24th and M St., NW. Washington, DC. Celebrate New Year's Eve with a sophisticated party including open bar, live music by the Ira and Nicki Gonzales Trio, playing contemporary hits from Brazilian Bossa Nova, buffet-style tapas and desserts, and a champagne toast.

Professionals in the City New Year's Eve Gala
Hyatt Regency Crystal City 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA. Themed rooms, multiple buffet stations and dance floors, open bar, live Salsa band, live orchestra and swing band, djs, late night comedy show, and more.

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New Years Eve in Northern Virginia

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