10 Local NYE Events to Ring in the New Year 2022
From live music to dancing, fanfare or something lowkey—C-U has a variety of options to ring in the New Year! If you’re looking to celebrate NYE with the community, check out this list below.
Have a happy and safe New Year’s from your friends over at Visit Champaign County!
NOON YEAR’S EVE 2022
Where: Martins Center (1515 N Market Street)
When: 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m
This celebration is a family-friendly event for children to experience the New Year’s Drop with their family at noon rather than having to stay up until midnight! Activities include activities, music, crazy hats, noisemakers, a countdown to the big moment, and a drop of thousands of balloons. Registration is required, and you can sign up here!
This event is made possible through the Champaign Park District.
NEW YEAR’S EVE TCG MARATHON
Where: Rad Lad Games (415 E. Main St. Mahomet, 61853)
When: 12 p.m to 9:00 p.m.
Ring in the New Year, trading card-style, with Rad Lad Games featuring a variety of games and tournaments! Check out their website for more info.
90’S DAUGHTER NEW YEAR’S EVE AT CITY CENTER
Where: The City Center (505 S. Chestnut St., Champaign, 61820)
When: 5:00 p.m. till after midnight
90's Daughter brings their NYE party to City Center to ring in 2023! Table/Open-Bar/VIP Packages are available. For tickets, click here.
NEW YEAR’S EVE AT ESQUIRE LOUNGE
Where: Esquire Lounge (106 N. Walnut St. Champaign, 61820)
When: 5:00 p.m. till after midnight
Grab a pint with your friends and enjoy some live music at Esquire Lounge on New Years Eve! This event is free to the public.
NYE 2023 SPEAKEASY AT THE SAINTS
Where: Seven Saints (32 E. Chester St., Champaign, 61820)
When: 7:00 p.m. till after midnight
A ritzy night of drinks, dinner, and live music with Leon Lewis-Nicol's Jazz Combo to hit on all sixes through the evening to appreciate the celebration of 2022 and 2023 ahead. Featuring specially crafted cocktails and prime rib, pork ribeye, vegetarian lasagna, or salmon entrees. Get dolled up in your Roaring 20's best and you could win a $50 gift card! Limited Seating! Get your tickets now through Eventbrite.com
NEW YEAR’S EVE WOMEN OF SOUL EXPERIENCE
Where: Neil St. Blues (301 N. Neil St., Champaign, 61820)
When: 7:30 p.m. till after midnight
Kanitra Branch, Moet Joe and DJ Silkee bring in New Year's Eve at Neil St. Blues. Reserve your table today! The event includes a full buffet dinner from 7:30-9:00 p.m. Performance starts at 9 p.m., DJ and dancing 11 p.m.! Dress to impress and bring in 2023 with style!
Free Champagne to toast at Midnight is included!
CANDY FOSTER NEW YEAR’S BASH
Where: Boomerang’s Bar & Grill (1309 E Washington St., Champaign, 61820)
When: 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Ring in the New Year with live music from Candy Foster! This event is free to the public and there’s no cover!
NEW YEAR’S EVE COMEDY BASH AT ALTO VINEYARDS
Where: Alto Vineyards (4210 N. Duncan Rd., Champaign, 61822)
When: 8:00 p.m. till after midnight
Live Stand Up Comedy returns to Alto Vineyards in Champaign for a special New Year's Eve Show! The bar will remain open after the show past midnight for the countdown to 2023, and features comics from comedy clubs across the midwest. Perfect for New year's Eve parties, date nights, group outings, and more! For tickets, click here!
NYE WITH X-KRUSH
Where: Canopy Club (708 S. Goodwin Ave, Urbana, 61801)
When: 8:00 p.m. till after midnight
CU’s biggest NYE Bash is happening at Canopy Club, kicking off their 25th year anniversary! For tickets in advance, click here.
CHICAGO FARMER & THE FEILDNOTES TWO YEAR’S EVE
Where: Rose Bowl Tavern (106 N. Race St., Urbana, 61801)
When: 8:00 p.m. till after midnight
Performances at C-U’s #1 live music hotspot with special guests, Clayton Burke Band! Doors open at 8:00 p.m. with the show starting at 9:00 p.m. For tickets, click here.