New Year’s Eve 2012-2013 in Northern Virginia

Looking for a fun way to ring in the New Year in Northern Virginia? Here's a guide to the top events:

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First Nights and Family Friendly Events
Celebrate New Year’s at one of several family events in Northern Virginia. Separate events are in Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Leesburg, Charlottesville, Fredericksburg, Harrisonburg, Waynesboro, Warrenton, and Williamsburg.

Clarendon Ballroom
Celebrate the New Year with a party with dancing and live entertainment. 3185 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, Virginia

Carlyle Club
Enjoy a multi-course dinner and dancing to Big Band era music, that of Doc Scantlin and his Imperial Band. The evening includes a five course meal, complimentary valet parking, party favors, and a Champagne toast at midnight. 411 John Carlyle St., Alexandria, Virginia.

Birchmere Music Hall
Enjoy a New Year's Eve concert of The Seldom Scene, The Hot Seats, Tim Finch & The Eastman String Band, 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, Virginia.

The State Theatre
The Legwarmers, DC Biggest 80's New Years Dance Party! 220 N. Washington, Falls Church, Virginia (703) 237-0300.

Arlington Draft House
1980's themed New Years Eve celebration for just $15 per person. Must be 21 or over to enter.Watch the Times Square ball drop on the huge theater screen. Admission Fee covers DJ, entertainment and party favors only. All drinks and food must be purchased via tableside waitstaff. 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington, Virginia. (703) 486-2345.

Rock Bottom Brewery
The New Years Eve party includes DJs and drink specials. Tickets are $10 in advance, $20 at the door. Ages 21+. 4238 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA (703) 516-7688.

Mystery Dinner Playhouse - Arlington
"The Butler’s Been Murdered!" Solve this campy butler convention murder mystery while enjoying a delicious four course dinner. Show is at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $53.00 per person and include tax, dinner, show, and party favors. Courtyard Arlington Crystal City, 2899 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, Virginia (888) 471-4802.