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1. Exit with an explosion
Midnight fireworks are a must for New Year’s Eve. Head to the center to catch up a lakeside show at Navy Pier or look at several screens along Chicago River (Launch locations include Wolf Point and in front of the Sheraton Grand Chicago and Hyatt Regency Chicago hotels; find a full map of the locations here).
Details: 23:59 pm Tuesday at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. and various places along the Chicago River. Free.
2. Pate it
It’s the last day of the decade, but you can be one of the first to start the year-end celebrations. He 5K US it winds along the shores of Lake Michigan in Lincoln Park, beginning and ending at the theater on the lake. Give your new starts to other runners at a post-race party.
Details: 7.30 am check-in; The 9 a.m. race begins Tuesday at the Lake Theater, 2401 N. Lake Shore Drive. 55 USD / MAP
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3. Put on the ritz
Have fun saying goodbye to 2020 with a throbbing theme based on the 20s WE CHI 2021. Tickets include snacks, unlimited cocktails and toast with champagne. DJs and dancers maintain the party atmosphere. Don’t forget your feather boa, flapper dress, striped dress and other themed dresses.
Details: Tuesday at 9 p.m. at the Chicago Lyric Opera, 20 N. Upper Wacker Drive. $ 100 / MAP
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4. Approach
Moviegoers can raise their glass in the Jazz Age al Drink a lot of time in “Chicago.” Hosts Brooke and Cody create a list of drinking rules to accompany the screening, so be sure to pay attention. Cash bar.
Details: Tuesday at 8 p.m. at the Music Box Theater, 3733 N. Southport Ave. MAP
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5. Compete
Increase your bet this New York with a friendly competition at WhirlyBall Chicago. Play unlimited WhirlyBall games, laser tags, bowling and pop-up games. Tickets include hearty snacks and champagne toast at midnight. Do you prefer to do something with children? Take a look WhirlyBall Celebration of the NY family in Chicago (Tuesday 1 to 7 p.m .; $ 30; $ 20 for children).
Details: Tuesday at 8 p.m. at WhirlyBall Chicago, 1825 W. Webster Ave. $ 65- $ 85 / MAP
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6. Mingle
Bring your “new year, new me” attitude to the HIGH: NYE 2021 Celebration for an evening of entertainment that includes a trio of DJs, party favors and a toast with champagne at midnight.
Details: Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. at The Promontory, 5331 S. Lake Park Ave. West $ 40- $ 85 / MAP
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7. Be mysterious
Put on your best mask and dress up Arcade Masquerade. Do you need any incentive? Prizes will be awarded to five attendees with the best masks. Arcade games, DJs, buffet and champagne toast.
Details: Tuesday at 8 p.m. at Beercade Headquarters, 213 W. Institute Place. $ 70- $ 80 / MAP
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8. Furrow
Ball 2020 out at New Year’s Eve Silent Disc, where you can choose the rhythms that make your feet move. Bonus: A pancake breakfast is available after midnight, when you need to refuel. The party ends at 1 p.m.
Details: Tuesday at 9 p.m., St. Lou’s Assembly, 664 W. Lake St. St. Free / MAP
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9. Laughter
Laugh your way to 2021 at the New Year’s Eve Comedy Bash with Paul Farahvar, Correy Boyd-Bell, Jeff Arcuri, Sarah Perry, Janelle James, Joey Villagomez and other TBAs. End the night with a free champagne toast.
Details: Shows at 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Tuesday at Laugh Factory, 3175 N. Broadway. $ 45 / MAP
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10. Make family memories
Let the little party animals of your life go wild, before noon nap, at Noon New Year’s Eve party. Children can make their own wreaths (10: 30-11: 30 am) before a dance party (11:30 to 12:15 pm) that includes a drop of festive confetti (noon).
Details: Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Chicago Children’s Museum, Great Hall, 700 E. Grand Ave. Free with museum admission ($ 15- $ 18) / MAP
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