2016 New Year’s Eve events in Atascadero and North County
2016 New Year’s Eve is just around the corner!
Check out these exciting events for ringing in the new year in Paso Robles and North County on Dec. 31:
2016 Atascadero New Year’s Eve Events
Atascadero Annual Fireman’s Ball – Dec. 31
The 45th Annual Fireman’s Ball, hosted by the Atascadero Firefighters Association, will be held on Dec., 31, 2016, New Year’s Eve, at the Carlton Hotel in downtown Atascadero. The evening will begin with photos on the Red Carpet, followed by music, dancing, heavy hor d’euvres, and drinks until 2017! All proceeds benefit AFFA. For more details and to purchase tickets, contact, Luke at (805) 674-5833, Alex at (805) 550-1081 or Ellen at (805) 470-3300. Tickets can also be purchased at the door. Guests to the ball also receive 10-percent off of the price of a room at the Carlton.
Bristol’s Cider NYE Party – Dec. 31
Come by Bristols Cider House on New Years Eve for some amazing music by Ben Hein, amazing food from Farmstead Catering, and amazing cider from Bristols. The Bristols crew will be dressed to impress, so feel free to break out the heels and ties! Join the party at Bristols Cider House 3220 El Camino Real, Atascadero.
2016 Paso Robles New Year’s Eve Events
New Year’s Eve Concert + Bonfire in City Park – Dec. 31
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in downtown Paso Robles with an outdoor concert and old-fashioned bonfire. The event, running from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., will feature live music by the JC Smith Band, a high energy Chicago blues-style group. With music ranging from Jumpin’ Blues to Old School Soul, this band can whip any audience into a dancing machine. There will also be a DJ, a 20-foot tall bonfire, Firestone Walker beer, local wine and two food trucks. A 9 p.m. ball drop is set to coincide with midnight on the East Coast so attendees can enjoy the ceremony of ringing in the New Year and still be home before midnight. Admission and parking are free. Learn more by visiting www.travelpaso.com.
Vina Robles with Michael Annotti – Dec. 31
Michael Annotti is a songwriter and performer creating music made with the intention of having a positive impact on all people worldwide. During the summer of 2013, his single release “time keeps tickin” climbed the national radio charts to #62 and reached #4 on the national indie charts for nine consecutive weeks. Learn more by visiting www.vinarobles.com.
Parrish Family Vineyard ‘Farewell to 2016’ – Dec. 31
Join Parrish Family Vineyard for a celebration of the end of the year! Enjoy the holiday box pairing by Vivant Fine Cheese with some of your favorite wines. $20.00 for wine and pairings. Wine by the glass specials as well! Open from 1 p.m. to 7p.m. Learn more by visiting www.ParrishVineyards.com.
‘Just Enough Madness’ New Year’s Eve at Tooth & Nail Winery – Dec. 31
One the most popular wineries in the area, seemingly pulled right out of the pages of a fairy tale, Tooth & Nail Winery is hosting a grandiose New Year’s Party this Dec. 31. Roam the castle halls while enjoying a night filled with with bougie eats, plenty of lounge space, a terrace cigar lounge, complimentary bubbles at Midnight, and of course an epic DJ & Dance Party. World class wines and wine cocktails will be available for purchase. Limited space available, get your tickets today by visiting: www.eventbrite.com.
‘Dudes and Dudettes Prom’ NYE Bash at Silver Horse Winery – Dec. 31
Have you ever wanted to re-live your prom or experience it during a different decade? Then come celebrate prom 80’s style with us at Silver Horse Winery on New Year’s Eve. Dress to impress: 80’s prom attire is highly recommended. King and Queen of the prom will be crowned, so like for sure bring your “A” game. Finger foods and iconic 80’s sweets will be provided, lights and DJ provided by Kramer Events. Tickets are gnarly limited. Contact [email protected] for tickets and more info.
NYE 2017 Celebration at La Bellasera – Dec. 31 
La Bellasera Hotel & Suites will be hosting their 2017 New Year’s Eve Party this Dec. 31. Join the for a memorable culinary experience at the Enoteca Restaurant followed by a New Year’s Eve Ballroom Bash. Tickets include a 3 course dinner, music & dancing, dessert bar, no host bar, champagne toast, midnight snack. Get tickets: www.labellasera.com.
New Year’s Eve Party at D’Anbino – Dec. 31
Enjoy complementary appetizers and a champagne toast to bring in the New Year. Live music by the Agents of Retro Band. Agents of Retro perform your favorite dance tunes including the Beatles, Johnny Cash, Little Richard, John Mellencamp, Rolling Stones, and many other great artists. The group has been together for several years. Formerly known as RF8, they recently changed the name to Agents of Retro, and added Cliff’s wife, Erika, as a permanent band member. Music lovers of all ages will enjoy the wide range of styles, the driving rhythms, and the vocal harmonies, and will find themselves hard-pressed to leave the dance floor. Space is limited and tables are going fast, so call soon to make reservations. For more information and to reserve a table: (805) 227-6800.
NYE at the Pony Club – Dec. 31
Rob Larkin and Emily Smith will be playing at the Pony Club, located at the Hotel Cheval. Rob Larkin is a schooled and road-seasoned guitarist, award winning songwriter, singer, and collaborator. Emily Smith’s is described as thick, sultry voice is intoxicating, reminiscent of the soulful, feel good music of days gone by. The Pony Club Wine Bar is the perfect spot to kick back and enjoy a wide selection of premium Paso Robles wines while listening to some of the Central Coast’s best live, local music. In addition, Champagne, sparkling wine, prosecco, craft beers, soft drinks and non-alcoholic options will be available. A wine friendly menu of small bites, appetizers and small plates has something for everyone. Pony Club Wine Bar at 1021 Pine St, Paso Robles. Call (805) 226-9995 for more information.
Mistura’s New Years Eve Party – Dec. 31
Mistura, located at 700 Clubhouse Drive in Paso Robles, is a modern Peruvian restaurant that is as dynamic as the country it celebrates and its biodiversity. Lead by Chef Nicola Allegretta, each creation at Mistura treasures traditional elements of Peruvian Cuisine by using Andean Native ingredients and locally sourced natural free range meats, sustainable seafood and fresh organic produce that respects our land and seeks to transcend culinary aspects while providing high nutritional value. Mistura is now accepting reservations for New Year’s Eve, which will feature a delicious three-course Prix-Fixe menu for $70 per person. Wine pairings available for $20 per person. Reservations can be made by calling (805) 238-3333, or online on OpenTable.
New Year’s Eve at Allegretto with music of Frank Sinatra by Steven Michael – Dec. 31
Allegretto Vineyard Resort will be ringing in the new year with the music of Frank Sinatra by jazz singer Steven Michael and a special party. The event is co-produced by Allegretto and the SLO Jazz Festival. The evening will include live music, a five-course dinner by Chef Eric Olson, a champagne toast at midnight, and dancing. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., the show starts at 8:15. General admission is $225. The price drops to $195 for groups of four or more; $175 per person for members of the SLO Jazz Festival. To purchase tickets, click here.
2016 Templeton New Year’s Eve Events
“New Year’s Eve By the Lake” with Lago Giuseppe Winery & Events – Dec. 31
Lago Giuseppt will be hosting an “Old Hollywood” themed New Year’s Eve Party. Come dressed to thrill and enjoy a fabulous six course wine-paired dinner in their new winery, listening to Sinatra and the Rat Pack. Followed by their annual Mistretta Dance Party. Or just warm up by the fire with a glass of your favorite Lago Giuseppe wine. Get tickets: www.eventbrite.com.
2016 San Luis Obispo County New Year’s Eve Events
Madonna Inn New Year’s Eve Gala – Dec. 31
Madonna Inn will be hosting their annual all inclusive Gala complete with live music, dancing, champagne, and entree choices such as prime rib, filet mignon, chicken, lobster, salmon, or vegetarian. Leave room for dessert! Adults $125; Children $75 two seatings available. Learn more by visiting www.madonnainn.com.
‘Night in Havana at The Cigar Factory’ NYE Party at Novo – Dec. 31
This New Year’s Eve Novo will transport part attendees to a “Night in Havana” at downtown SLO’s iconic cigar factory building. Enjoy dancing under the stars to live music by the Zongo All-Stars, a hot Afro-Caribbean band hailing from the San Luis Obispo County. Cuban-inspired appetizers will be passed, cocktails and a complimentary champagne toast will keep your whistle wet. Novo’s resident DJs will be spinning the best dance tunes on their two indoor dance areas. Tickets are available at Novo starting Dec. 26. Tickets are limited so be ready to get yours: www.novo.com.
Foremost Wine Co New Year’s Eve – Dec. 31
Join Foremost Wine Co this New Year’s Eve for their four-course menu will showcase seafood and champagne. Pricing is $125 per person. Learn more by visiting their site, www.foremostslo.com.
Apple Farm NYE Winemaker Dinner – Dec. 31
Join us for our very special New Year’s Eve Winemaker Dinner pairing wines from Glunz Family Cellars with a winter-themed menu. This dinner will be held in the Harvest Room at the restaurant. Dinner starts at 6 p.m. and there will be a special New Year’s toast at 9 p.m. End 2016 with some delicious local cuisine and wine.
A New Year’s Eve Celebration with Donavon Frankenreiter – Dec. 31
Donavon Frankenreiter and Special Guest Shane Stoneman will be at the Fremont Theatre in SLO on New Year’s Eve. Concert starts at 9 p.m., Concert is cll ages! Limited VIP tickets available to celebrate the New Year with Frankenreiter. VIP ticket holders will have exclusive access to a pre-show meet and greet and champaign toast with Frankereiter. Catering provided by The Central Coast’s very own Chef Jeff Wiesinger of Jeffrey’s Catering including complimentary beer. Receive an autographed show poster and CD, as well as a picture with Donavon. All VIP ticket holders will be entered to win an autographed guitar and one of Donavon’s personal surfboards. After the meet and greet, continue the VIP party with exclusive side stage pit passes for the show. Get tickets at Boo Boo Records or online at www.ticketfly.com.
SLO Brew presents our New Years Eve Masquerade Ball Extravaganza – Dec. 31
Join SLO Brew for SLO’s most enchanting NYE event featuring live performances by Tropo, photo booth and a Midnight toast to ring in 2017. Get Tickets at www.slobrew.com or at Boo Boo Records.
New Year’s Eve with the Shawn Clark Band at Luna Red – Dec. 31
Ring in the New Year with the Shawn Clark Family Band at Luna Red this year. Enjoy dinner and stay for the late night music starting at 10 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are $15 and go on sale starting Dec. 26. $20 at the door. Learn more by visiting www.lunared.com.
New Year’s Eve Clue! The Musical
Clue! The Musical will be performed on New Years Eve at the Pewter Plough Playhouse in Cambria. Seats will sell out fast! More than half are already gone. Get your tickets now. Call (805) 924-1219. The price includes the musical, dinner and wine, champagne and music.
‘Masks and Midnight’ at The Cass House this NYE – Dec. 31
Join The Cass House for a masquerade New Year’s Eve celebration at the gorgeous Cass House, overlooking the charming beachside community of Cayucos. Appetizers, signature champagne cocktails, music, dancing, dessert, merriment, and of course… plenty of festive masks! Get tickets: www.CassHouseCayucosEvents.com.
New Year’s Eve Party at STAX
Ring in the 2017 with STAX Wine Bar! Enjoy food and music to celebrate the new year. Crippled Pink has a very special show planned with some original bluegrass sound. Call ahead for reservations: (805) 772-5055. STAX Wine Bar & Bistro is located at 1099 Embarcadero, in Morro Bay.
A New Beginning New Years Eve Celebration – Dec. 31
Off the Hook in Morro Bay is hosting an epic New Year’s Eve this Dec. 31. Two areas of music with only the best in underground electronic dance music, featuring some of SLO & Santa Barbara counties’ best local talent. This is sure to be an event you do not want to miss! Get tickets: www.residentadvisor.com.
The Cliffs Resort Presents: Night at the Tropicana – Dec. 31
Grab your fedora and Cuban wear and dance into the New Year at the Tropicana with an all-access pass. Begin the evening, savoring a delectable four course dinner prepared by Chef Victor. Then dance in the New Year with live entertainment by “Girls + Boys” playing cuban inspired dance music in our Grand Ballroom. While sipping bubbly, nibble on a midnight snack from the Sweet & Savory bites buffet. Capture snap shots of your favorite memories in the photo booth before rocking out the last hours of 2016 with DJ Flight in the Lounge! Get tickets: www.eventbrite.com.
Harry’s NYE Party – Dec. 31
Join Harry’s in Pismo Beach for their New Year’s Eve Party at Harry’s Dec. 31, from 9 p.m.- close. Live music will be provided by The Little George Band. Cover includes admission and a free champagne toast at midnight. No reservations needed. Entry will be on a first come, first serve basis. Harry’s Night Club & Beach Bar is located at 690 Cypress St, in Pismo Beach.
NYE at the Red Barn in Los Osos – Dec. 31
Little Black Train and Friends: A Fundraiser for the Red Barn Community Music Series. Support your local community culture by stopping by this early-evening party on the last day of the year! All proceeds after expenses will go to support this long-running community concert series. The Train will play a fun, refreshing fusion of vintage fiddle tunes, blazing mandolin, and songs of old-time Americana. The band is John Weed (fiddle), Kenny Blackwell (mandoli and guitar), and Stuart Mason (guitar, mandola, and banjo). Donations accepted at the door. The Red Barn is located at 2180 Palisades Ave. in Los Osos, California.
