Top 10 NYE Events in Seattle to Ring in 2022 in Style

While the fireworks at the Space Needle will be happening in Seattle when the clock strikes midnight on Friday night, the city is encouraging people to enjoy it virtually only.  Here are some other compelling options to help you ring in the new year in style:

1. King St. Ballroom & Perch

Celebrate NYE Gatsby-style at King St. Ballroom & Perch, surrounded by urban skyline views in the most elegant setting. Guests will enjoy four hours of a prepaid bar, top local DJs, casino games with prizes, and more! Dress in your best 1920s flapper fashion. 

- When: Friday, Dec 31, 9pm-1:30am
- Where: King Street Ballroom & Perch
- Price: $89 and up; purchase tickets online.

2. The Crocodile

Freakout Records is taking over the new and improved Crocodile for New Year's Eve, and has curated a set of nine bands on two stages and Emerald City Soul Club DJs. Expect some NYE flare and decor, champagne and great music.

When: Friday, Dec 31, starting at 7pm.
Where: The Crocodile
Price: $30 per person/GA; purchase tickets online.

3. Tinte Cellars

Keep it classy this New Year's Eve at Tinte Cellars' first Perfect Pairing event at the family-owned winery's Georgetown tasting room. Guests will enjoy a curated flight of four Tinte Cellars wines. As the evening unfolds, they will enjoy three TInte wines paired with selected seasonal cake slives from the iconic local cake shop, Deep Sea Sugar & Salt.

- When: Friday, Dec 31st, 5-8pm
- Where: Tinte Cellars Georgetown
- Price: $44 per person/GA; purchase tickets online

4. Queer/Bar

Ring in 2022 at Seattle's Queer/Bar on Capitol Hill. Dance into the new year with DJ Baby Van Beezly and the cast of MX, including RuPaul's Drag Race" contender Bosco. See her performfor one of the last times before going on tour! The night will also include a complimentary champagne toast.

- When: Doors open at 7pm, meet and greets start at 8:30pm, and the show starts at 9pm. 
- Where: Queer/bar
- Price: Prices start at $20 per person for GA and go up from there; purchase tickets online

5. INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash

Complete with dancing, champagne, music, and comedians. 

- When: Friday, Dec 31st, 8:30pm to 1:30am
- Where: MoPOP (Musem of Pop Culture)
- Price: $119 to $450; purchase tickets online

6. Smith Tower

Bust out your diamonds, pearls, and everything sparkly and come dressed to impress in flapper fashion for an extravagant affair at Smith Tower's 1920's themed party. Champagne and a midnight champagne toast. 

- When: Friday, Dec 31st, 7pm to 2am
- Where: MoPOP (Musem of Pop Culture)
- Price: $119 to $450; purchase tickets online.

7. Xtreme Theatresports

Comedy, camaraderie, and champagne! Laugh your way into the new year at Xtreme Theatresports New Year's Eve Party. Attend Seattle's only fast-paced comedy improv battle. 20 hilarious improvisers split up into four teams and scored with cards marked 0-5 by the audience. This is an off-the-chart party. Head full speed into the New Year with a special champagne toast as the ball drops at midnight. 

- When: Friday, Dec 31st, 9pm
- Where: MoPOP (Musem of Pop Culture)
- Price: $119 to $450; purchase tickets online.

8. Seattle Aquarium

The ones for the kiddos. Everyone is invited to the virtual streaming at the Seattle Aquarium for the Noon Year's Eve celebration. Welcome 2022 with new animals, music, and dances. Families will enjoy music from Mikey the Rad Scientist, plus learn amazing facts about some of the animals at the Seattle Aquarium. Whether you're planning an early night, or you'd just like to get a jump on your celebration, this party will offer plenty of fun for all ages - and you don't have the leave the house. 

- When: Friday, Dec 31st, 11:30am
- Where: Streaming on YouTube, 
- Price: FREE! register here.

New Year's Eve 2022 Boat Party

Welcome the New Year on the water with the New Year's Eve 2022 Boat Party. The Spirit of 76 Yacht will cruise the Harbor while gusts enjoy a full bar, two dance floors, and the yacht is heated throughout. The majority of the yacht is indoors, with a large deck for viewing the city lights. 

- When: Friday, Dec 31st, 9pm.
- Where: Lake Union Charters/Emerald City Party Boats
- Price: Start at $125; purchase tickets here.

STAGE Nightclub

Slide into 2022 with non-stop hip-hop music at the New Year's Eve Welcome Party hosted by STAGE. Dress to impress with the red-carpet theme, champagne toast, and ball drop at midnight.

- When: Friday, Dec 31st, 10pm-2am.
- Where: STAGE Seattle
- Price: Starts at $35; purchase tickets online.