As the year comes to a close, events across Chicago are ringing in 2022 with New Year's Eve celebrations citywide.
After mainly reimagined events last year due to the coronavirus pandemic and the start of vaccinations, more gatherings this year are set to be held in person on Dec. 31.
Here's a list of some celebrations in the area:
A Midnight Soiree
Hilton Chicago
Ticket cost: $125
Thousands are expected to attend the party in Hilton's seven party areas with 12 party acts. The event is all-inclusive, providing cocktails, a buffet, hors d'oeuvres, champagne, gambling and DJs, among other features.
Ballroom Blitz NYE 2022
Local
Swisshotel Chicago Hotel
Ticket cost: $109
Multiple hotel ballrooms will be filled with entertainment, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, a pasta bar, champagne, raffles, DJs and a live band, among other items. Hotel rooms are discounted at $175 per night.
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Chicago New Year's Eve Ball
Congress Plaza Hotel
Ticket cost: $89 GA/$109 VIP
Within the hotel ballrooms, party-goers will experience all-inclusive drinks, DJs, cover bands and a buffet. Hotel rooms are discounted at $149 per night.
Chicago New Year's Eve Soiree
JW Marriot
Ticket cost: $119
The New Year's Eve soiree will feature a buffet, cocktails and DJs within the Marriot's several ballrooms. A drink package will also be available.
Chicago W NYE New Year's Eve Gala
Chicago W Hotel
Ticket cost: $125 GA/$145 VIP
Hopping from room to room within the W's party areas, people can enjoy all-inclusive drinks, a buffet, champagne, party favors and midnight celebrations. Hotel rooms are discounted at $169 per night.
Eddie V's New Year's Eve Celebration
Eddie V's restaurant
Guests will receive complimentary champagne and party favors within a night of live music, as well as signature cocktails and dishes. Reservations are recommended, but not required.
Yard House New Year's Eve Celebration
Yard House restaurant
Fit for beer-lovers, Yard House's New Year's Eve celebration will feature a complimentary flute of the newest house brew, Give ‘Em Helles—a traditional German pale lager. Other beer and food options will also be available.
Gatsby's Roaring 20s Near Year's Eve Party 2022
Morgan Manufacturing
Ticket cost: $89 GA/$109 VIP
The two-floor venue will host an end-of-the-year party with party-goers set in the theme of the "Roaring 20s."
