New Year's Eve Planner

212 College St, San Antonio, TX 78205 (map)

"Stayin Alive in 2005": Groove on the past while toasting the future with a Caribbean buffet and, of course, a flashy ball drop.

111 W Crockett St, San Antonio, TX 78205 (map)

Reserved seating, a champagne toast, and the chance to howl along to your favorites make for an excellently executed evening.

7300 Jones Maltsberger Rd, San Antonio, TX 78209 (map)

Say farewell to 2004 outside on the patio or inside, amid live music, dinner and champagne, for $30 per person.

1281 Gruene Rd, New Braunfels, TX 78130 (map)

Jam out of 2004 country-style at Texas' oldest dancehall with performer Gary P. Nunn. Showtime is 9pm, and tickets are $27.50.

16620 US 281 N. Suite 1, San Antonio, TX 78232 (map)

Kick off a rockin' new year for $7 with party favors, balloons, hats and music by the Reds beginning at 6pm.

19010 Scenic Loop Rd, Helotes, TX 78023 (map)

Treat yourself to an elegant, candlelit meal on the last night of the year. This local fave will serve from 4:30pm to 10:30pm.

701 Bowie St, San Antonio, TX 78205 (map)

Head downtown for this Mardi Gras-themed party complete with a five-course meal, champagne and entertainment.

203 S Saint Marys St, San Antonio, TX 78205 (map)

Two delicious dinner seatings, 5:30pm for $50, 7:15pm for $90, include champagne, party favors and live music.

27315 FM-3009, San Antonio, TX 78266 (map)

Enjoy a romantic evening filled with fine wine, cuisine, dancing and fireworks display in a beautiful Texas Hill Country vineyard for $115 a person.

150 E Houston St, San Antonio, TX 78205 (map)

Bring your big date to this Hotel Valencia hot spot to soak in the chic, romantic surroundings and exotic fare.