CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS: Bucktown and Wicker Park, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, River North, Logan Square, Evanston

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Bucktown and Wicker Park: There’s no better place to ring in the New Year than at Parlor Pizza! There will be a heavy appetizer buffet, premium drink package, champagne, a midnight countdown, music, and more. The doors open at 9 pm and the party goes until 1:30 am! Find more information about ticket packages and purchase yours here.

Lakeview: Tuco and Blondie is hosting a Kids Movie Night! On Monday, December 30, they’re showing Home Alone at 5:30 pm. Kids can enjoy a buffet, popcorn, and a sweet treat. Adult tickets include a classic margarita, popcorn, chips and salsa. Tickets are just $8.84 and can be purchased here.

Lincoln Park: Need ideas for where to celebrate the New Year in Lincoln Park? We’ve got a couple options for you! Maplewood Brewing is hosting their 2nd annual NYE party from 8:30 pm to 1:30 am. They’ll have an open bar (including craft cocktails), an organic farm-to-table buffet from Arbor, a photo booth, a midnight surprise toast, and much more. Ring in the New Year like Gatsby at Kirkwood! Tickets start at $65 and include a premium bar package, heavy appetizers, and a champagne toast at midnight. For more ideas, click here.

River North: Spiked seltzers have blown up recently! Get your tickets now for the Hard Seltzer Fest at Old Crow Smokehouse River North on Saturday, January 11 from 12 to 4 pm. Tickets include 4 hours of hard seltzer tastings- with dozens of brands and flavors to try. Attendees will also win freebies, be eligible to enter a photo contest, and more. Tickets are just $20 and can be purchased here.

Logan Square: The Logan Theatre presents their Late Night Movie Series! Kick off your New Year with Caddyshack- showing at 10:30 pm from December 31 through January 2. Then, mark your calendars for Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory at 11 pm from January 3 through January 6. Next, catch Beverly Hills Cop at 10:30 pm from January 7  to 9. The fun doesn’t stop there- check out the full January lineup here!

Evanston: Get ready to party at the hottest venue in Evanston for New Year’s Eve! Whiskey Thief Tavern is hosting an amazing NYE party starting at 8 pm. Your ticket includes a carving station, passed appetizers, a champagne toast, live DJ, and much more. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased here.

RACHEL HOOVLER & DEAN’S TEAM CHICAGO