Best Local: New Year’s Eve 2013 Events

Ring in 2014 at These Best Local Spots in Chicago and the Suburbs

Fireworks light up the night sky above a city skyline with tall buildings, while reflections of the lights and fireworks shimmer on the water in the foreground.

It may be hard to believe, but it’s right around the corner—2014. Celebrate everything you loved in 2013 and all you’re looking forward to in the new year. Check out the New Year’s events at these Best Local spots in Chicago and the suburbs. Close out 2013 with a Best Local bang!

 

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If you’re going to do it, why not do it big? Head to Best Local ROOF at theWit (210 N State St.) for the New Year’s Eve Masquerade Bash at ROOF. Dance to DJs’ beats all night amongst other masked characters while munching on appetizers and sipping premium cocktails. Tickets start at $163 for this upscale party. A 10-minute walk from 400 N LaSalle in River North!

A group of people in festive attire hold sparklers and glasses of champagne, celebrating together in a lively, warmly lit setting.

The family-friendly NYE party at Best Local Pilot Pete’s in Schaumburg (905 Irving Park Rd.) kicks off at 5pm, with a countdown every hour. Feast on American comfort food in this airplane-themed restaurant before the clock strikes midnight, when adults get champagne and kids get sparkling grape juice. A 12-minute drive from Park Meadows.

A group of young adults smiling and toasting with glasses of champagne at a lively party, wearing party hats and festive outfits, with colorful lights in the background.

Dance all night at Best Local The Snuggery in Elmhurst (122 S York St.) for free! Enjoy the balloons, party favors and video countdown as you ring in 2014 at this popular sports bar. Yelpers love the fun atmosphere, which will surely be in full effect for New Year’s Eve! A 9-minute drive from Elm Creek Apartments.