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Where to Celebrate New Year's in Dunedin

Looking for a fun way to bring in 2013? We compiled a list with that has it all. From wild parties to low-key celebrations, you're bound to find something.

 

Get ready, Dunedin party-goers, 2013 is fast approaching.

We put together this list of local parties to help you plan out where you want to be when the ball drops. And don't worry, there's a celebration to suit almost everyone's taste.

Just be sure to either designate a sober driver or pre-program taxi numbers into your cell phone, if you'd rather.

Early Birds

New Year's Sunset Toast at Marker 8

  • Why Go? Sunset toast includes champagne and party favors. Party starts at 5 p.m.
  • Cost: No cover

'Farewell to 2012' Cocktail Party at Dunedin Golf Club

  • Entertainment: Kathy Roberts on the piano
  • Why Go? It's a cocktail party with drink specials, a champagne fountain, and hors d'oeuvres between 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. Call 727-733-2134, Ext. 210 for reservations.
  • Cost: $25

Night Owls

Lucky 13 NYE Party at Blur Nightclub & Show Bar

  • Entertainment: Simply Abigail, The Black Honkeys, DJ Gus 
  • Why Go? Complimentary party favors, balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight; doors open at 8 p.m. (Table reservations already booked.) 
  • Cost: $15

New Year's Eve at Rosie's Tavern

  • Entertainment: Scotty Lee
  • Why Go? Expect a low-key celebration with catered Italian food and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Doors open at 8 p.m.
  • Cost: No cover

New Year's Eve at Two Lions Winery

  • Why Go? Watch the ball drop and toast at midnight; 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. 
  • Cost: No cover

      New Year's Eve Dinner-Dance at VFW Post 2550

      • Entertainment: CC's Music Machine
      • Why Go? This party includes a prime rib dinner and an open bar. Plus, it's open to the public.
      • Cost: $50; call 733-6107 to make a reservation.

      New Years Eve Karaoke at Bauser's

      • Entertainment: Karaoke with Andy Rogers
      • Why Go? Enjoy free games, jukebox, pot luck, champagne toast until 1 a.m. No reservations necessary.
      • Cost: No cover

      Cricketer's 

      • Entertainment: Hope Darling
      • Why Go? Free champagne toast, free midnight buffet and free party favors. 

        Dunedin Smokehouse

        • Entertainment: The New Rulers
        • Why Go? Champagne toast at midnight and drink specials all night: $3 Pabst Blue Ribbon, $4 Bicardi Oakheart, and $4 Wild Turkey Honey, from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
        • Cost: No cover

          Flanagan's Irish Pub

          • Entertainment: Noel Cooney
          • Why Go? Champagne toast at midnight and a prime rib dinner special

            The Living Room

            • Entertainment: The Lucky Stones
            • Why Go? Five-course menu from Chef Tony Bruno

            Light it Up Clearwater Fireworks at Sand Key Park

            • Entertainment: Midnight fireworks
            • Why Go? Fireworks display is free!

            Check the Dunedin Patch events calendar to see what else is going on! Want to get your event featured? Add it to the calendar!

            [Last updated Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012 at 11:22 a.m.]

                Related Topics: New Year's Eve and Things To Do

                Kathy Carlson

                1:55 pm on Saturday, December 29, 2012

                Please don't confuse blur with Kelly's. There are still dinner reservations available at Kelly's. Call now 727-736-5284 because they will fill up fast and the filet and lobster are Yummy.
                Thanks from Virgel and Kathy

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                Joanna D'Ordine

                1:55 pm on Saturday, December 29, 2012

                The New Rulers are playing at The Dunedin Smokehouse on New Years Eve!! Come on down and get your groove on!

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                Gregory Brady

                4:18 pm on Saturday, December 29, 2012

                See you at Blur..always a blast..been bring in the new year in that building since the 80's..Kelly's filet and lobster ..Yay!

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                jon_curto_Creative_Photography

                10:39 am on Monday, December 31, 2012

                How about Chick a Boom Room ?
                Cover, Champagne..... ?

                Reply

                NB

                3:50 pm on Monday, December 31, 2012

                The Chatterbox Lounge at Dunedin Lanes! No cover! 9-2 with Karaoke all night!

                Reply

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