In a matter of days, 2024 will be coming to a close and we all be entering the unknown in 2025. With a new year comes new possibilities and new beginnings, and the best way to start manifesting those is by closing out the previous year with a bang. Around Rhode Island on New Year’s Eve, there are plenty of opportunities to do so while having a great time. Some of these opportunities might consist of just sharing a drink or two with a few friends and loved ones, or going out for the evening and experiencing a party-like atmosphere. For the folks who are looking to do the latter, here’s what’s going to be happening before the ball drops.

New Year’s Eve @ The Elliotte

848 Park Ave., Cranston
7:30 p.m. 21+ $35-$75

MADHATTER BAND

Probably the most swanky event going on in the Ocean State on this particular evening is happening at The Elliotte, which is located on the second floor of the Park Theatre & Event Center. The ritzy event starts with a table full of snacks and hors d'oeuvres for attendees to graze on, which will be followed by a full dinner buffet, music by the Madhatter Band and a champagne toast at midnight. If you’re trying to save some money but you still want to enjoy yourself, you can cancel out the food for more than half of the main ticket price.

Bearly Dead @ The Met

1005 Main St., Pawtucket
9 p.m. All Ages $25-$30

BEARLY DEAD

One of the premier Grateful Dead tribute bands in the New England Region, Bearly Dead bring a high-energy approach to the legendary act’s tunes, along with material from Jerry Garcia, Bob Weir and Phil Lesh’s other projects. The Boston based tribute have over 250 songs in their rotation while performing a different setlist each time they take the stage. If you’re a “Deadhead” and you’re looking for a fun night out to close out the year, then this show is for you.

Deer Tick @ Fete Music Hall

103 Dike St., Providence
9 p.m. 21+ $35-$38

DEER TICK

This party that’s being put on by the Providence rock & roll heroes Deer Tick is a fairly unique one. First off, it’s the second of a back-to-back string of gigs for the band at Fete, and second, they're going to be doing their own spin on Nirvana’s legendary MTV Unplugged performance to kick off the evening. As of press time, the show on New Year’s Eve is sold out, so consider yourself lucky if you have a ticket, but the one happening the night before still has tickets available.

New Year’s Eve Bash @ The Updike Room

162 Main St., East Greenwich
9 p.m. 21+ $20

RUGBURN BAND

Located inside the historic Greenwich Hotel, The Updike Room is a pretty cool establishment that’s had the likes of the Saturday Night Live Band bandleader G.E. Smith and New York City singer-songwriter Sophie B. Hawkins perform there. For New Year’s Eve, there’s going to be a spectacle going on with plenty of party hats, noise makers, appetizers and libations to go around. Local cover band Rugburn are going to be taking the stage, so get ready to hear all your favorite hits if you attend.

The Dick Clarks @ Pump House Music Works

1464 Kingstown Road, Wakefield
9 p.m. All Ages $25

THE DICK CLARKS

The Dick Clarks are a local all-star band consisting of vocalist Paula Clare, guitarists Andy Stone, who is a Warwick native, and Emerson Torrey, bassist Richard Ribb and drummer John Turner. They have a groovy repertoire that runs through the various aspects of rock & roll, and that’s exactly what people should expect if they decide to come through one of the coolest venues in South County. Along with the live music and full bar, there’s also going to be free food, dessert and a complimentary champagne toast.