Local Guide to New Year’s Eve

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Making New Year’s Eve plans? Look no further–here is a list of local happenings:

1.Wild Wing Cafe–SOLD OUT
545 Cool Springs Blvd, Franklin

Wild Wing Café is having a ticketed New Year’s Eve event with live performance by Rubik’s Groove, champagne toast, party favors, and more.

General admission $20
4 top tables $125
6 top tables $150
2 top tables $60
Bar top chairs $30
All reservations are non refundable

Reservations are taken by management only. Tickets can be picked up 1 week prior to event or at will call.

2. Pucketts Boat House
94 E Main St, downtown Franklin

Guests will step into January 1st with the timeless music of the legendary Elton John! With bandmates Perry Barton, Chip Martin, Lance Hoppen and Brady Spencer, the entertainment promises not to disappoint those who want to hit the dance floor.

Seating for the show will begin at 9 p.m. and the performance will start kickin’ at 10 p.m. Tickets to the show are $25 per person, and include a midnight champagne toast.

Call 615-790-2309 to reserve your seat. The Boat House is also providing a special New Year’s Eve menu from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., for guests who can’t make the show! Call to reserve your seat.

3. Puckett’s Gro. & Restuarant (Downtown Columbia)
15 Public Square

The Columbia Puckett’s is pulling in Waymore’s Outlaws to help Maury County friends celebrate 2016! Patrons will raise a glass to the New Year with a live, foot-stompin’ performance that is in keeping with the spirit of Waylon and his music.

In addition to the concert, Puckett’s will provide a special menu with drink pairing suggestions for each option.

Seating begins at 9 p.m., and the show begins at 10 p.m. The cost is $50 per person, which includes special New Year’s Eve meal and a shot of Grandaddy Mimms at midnight. Reservations are accepted in-store, or you can call (931)490-4550.

The Columbia restaurant is also serving dinner prior to the show, for those ​who can’t make the concert. Call to reserve your seat.

4. Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant (Downtown Franklin)
120 4th Avenue S, downtown Franklin

The downtown Franklin Puckett’s will host two seatings on New Year’s Eve, both entertained by The Soulution–a group who bonded over a love of classic blues and R&B, and who throw in a few rock gems thrown in for good measure.

In addition to the concert, Puckett’s will provide a special pre-fixe menu, with drink pairing suggestions for each option. The first seating begins at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 6:45. The cost is $50 per person, and includes the special New Year’s Eve meal. To book a reservation, call (615)794-5527.

The second seating begins at 9 p.m. and the show kicks off at 10:15 p.m. The ticket is $60 per person, and includes the special New Year’s Eve meal, party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. To book a reservation, call (615) 794-5527.

5 . Saffire Restaurant and Bar
Located inside The Factory at 230 Franklin Road

What do Butternut Squash Bisque, Pan Roasted Red Snapper and Chocolate Mousse Crepes have in common? They will all be served at our New Years Eve dinner.  See the menu here. The price is $65 per person and  tables can be reserved here!  Reserve your table today for an unforgettable start to the New Year!

6. Franklin Theatre
419 Main Street

There will be two shows on New Year’s Eve:

The first show is a concert from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.

The second show is a concert and dance party from 9:30 PM – 12:15 AM, and will include party favors and a champagne toast at midnight.

The whole audience bouncing and swaying to the irresistible rhythm. Everybody singing HI-DE-HO! They’re echoing the King himself, Cab Calloway, as he thrusts his baton into the air, and in his Zoot Suit, jumps, twirls and signals to the band to begin another joyous chorus. Who could forget the incredible sounds and imagery of Cab Calloway and his hot Jazz Orchestra!

Get tickets here.

7Jack Daniel’s Bash on Broadway
Downtown Nashville

It’s the biggest party in town. The free street party & concert offers something for everyone. Kings of Leon, Chris Stapleton, Kelsea Ballerini, Sugar & the Hi-Lows, The Whigs, Wild Cub, and LANco play this year’s party. Bring your party hats. Make some noise. Count down to the fireworks and midnight “Music Note Drop®”!

8. A New Year’s Eve Pops with Giancarlo Guerrero & members of the Nashville Symphony
Schermerhorn Symphony Center
1 Schermerhorn Place, Nashville

Ring in 2016 with Maestro Giancarlo Guerrero and members of the Nashville Symphony as they salute the New Year with “Auld Lang Syne” and an evening of pops classics, including Gershwin’s “I Got Rhythm” and “The Man I Love,” “I Could  Have Danced All Night” from My Fair Lady, “Mambo” from West Side  Story, “Climb Every Mountain” from The Sound of Music, and “Overture to Gypsy,” along with Gershwin’s dazzling Rhapsody in  Blue. GRAMMY®-winning cabaret singer Sylvia McNair and  pianist/vocalist Kevin Cole will join us to celebrate the most  festive night of the year in the splendor of Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

Get tickets here.

9. Jingle Boot Rock New Year’s Eve!
The Sutler, 2600 Franklin Pike

The Sutler will host “Jingle Boot Rock,” the 2nd annual New Year’s Eve celebration on Thursday, December 31.

Guests will enjoy a dinner buffet and open bar all night, as well as a champagne toast at midnight.  Wooly Bully will play a live set on The Sutler stage, The Kelly Brothers will perform in The Cellar, and DJ Tanner and Uncle Jesse will spin tunes well into the new year.  The Sutler’s signature Boot Drop will take place at the countdown to midnight.

All-inclusive general admission tickets include event entry, live music, dinner buffet, open bar, and a champagne toast.  Ticket prices will increase the week of New Year’s. VIP packages are available, and include all general admission features, reserved table seating, a dedicated wait staff, and bottle service at midnight.  These VIP tables are available for parties of four, six, eight, and ten, and are limited.

“Jingle Boot Rock” is a 21-and-older event. The Sutler staff will post information for local cab and Uber rides.

Get tickets here.

10. Straight Outta 2015 All Night Skate
Brentwood Skate Center
402 Wilson Pike Circle, Brentwood

Get ready for the most spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration yet -New Year’s Straight Outta 2015 All Night Skate!  7:00pm, Dec 31st, 2015 to 6:00am, Jan 1st, 2016. Admission is $25 and includes skate rental. There will also be a spectacular balloon drop at the stroke of midnight.

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