It's that time of the year. Firecracker stands are popping up on street corners, champagne displays are up in grocery stores and millennials are googling what "Auld Lang Syne" means. If you don't have plans yet, here are a few to consider.
Dining
Carriage House — 125 S. Arizona Ave. A four-course menu, each dish will represent different international destinations including Thailand, Peru, Italy, and Mexico. Begin with a welcome cocktail, amuse bouche and an eclectic mix of classic and pop tunes by the Katy & Doug Martin. Reservations at eventbrite.com/e/dine-globally-dance-locally-new-years-at-the-carriage-house-tickets-41114615923. 8 p.m. Dec. 31. $75. 615-6100.
Downtown Kitchen + Cocktails — 135 S. Sixth Ave. Two dining options. $55 (plus tax and gratuity) for three courses; $75 (plus tax and gratuity) for four courses. Reservations at downtownkitchen.com. 4 p.m. Dec. 31. $55. 623-7700.
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Monterey Court — 505 W. Miracle Mile. A four-course prix fixe menu that evening with a champagne toast at 10 p.m. Menu will include a choice of appetizer, salad or soup, entree, and dessert and coffee or tea. Ala carte off the menu available. 7-11 p.m. Dec. 31. $40. 207-2429.
Entertainment
Bring in the New Year with Kinda Kinks — Rockabilly Grill, 3700 N. Oracle Road. Champagne toast, party favors and New Year's hats. British Invasion. 8 p.m. Dec. 31. Free. 888-1900.
New Years Eve Milonga — Las Campanas Social Center, 565 W. Belltower Drive, Green Valley. Tango Llaneros. Champagne toast to welcome in 2018. 8 p.m. Dec. 31. $20. 625-3488.
New Year's Eve Ball to benefit the Arizona Rivalry Foundation — Americana Hotel, 639 N. Grande Ave, Nogales. Including a plated dinner, dancing, open bar and DJ from 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Formal attire. Purchase tickets or donate at AZRivalry.org or 329-2017. Net proceeds benefit a local college scholarship to be awarded to a Nogales High School student. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Dec. 31. $125.
New Years Eve Parties — Vantage Bowling Centers, 4015 E. Speedway. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. open bowling; 6-8:30 p.m. family Cyberbowl; 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Rockin' New Years Party. $65 Family CyberBowl Party per lane up to six people; $75 Rocklin' New Years Eve Party per lane up to six people. 9 a.m.-11:45 p.m. Dec. 31. 327-4926.
Marty Goetz and Misha New Year Concert — Congregation Beth Sar Shalom, 2151 N. Palo Verde Blvd. Father and daughter. 7-9 p.m. Dec. 30. Free. 326-2020.
New Year's Celebration — Hacienda del Sol Guest Ranch Resort, 5501 N. Hacienda Del Sol Rd. Jazz. 8-11 p.m. Dec. 31. Free. 529-3500.
New Year's Eve: Around the World — Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress St. Eiffel Tower, Taj Majal, an Irish pub and the Great Wall of China. Ages 21 and up. 8 p.m. Dec. 31. $30-$135. 622-8848.
New Year's Eve Contra Dance — First United Methodist Church, 915 E. Fourth St. Music is provided by a stage full of local talent and dances will be led by a few callers. 8 p.m. Dec. 31. $10. 270-6758.
New Year's Eve with The Bennu and Woke Up Dead — 191 Toole, 191 E. Toole Ave. Ages 12 and up. 9 p.m. Dec. 31. $10. 445-6425.
Hot Cocoa 5k Run/Walk 2018 — Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road, Oro Valley. A professionally-timed race, and prizes will be awarded to the overall male and female winners and five-year age group categories. Registration link: www.active.com/oro-valley-az/running/hot-cocoa-5k-2018. 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 1. $20. 229-5050.
