TUCSON, Ariz. — Looking for something to do on Dec. 31 in the Old Pueblo? We've got you covered.
There are live shows, dance parties, bar events and even charity events scheduled for New Year's Eve in Tucson. Here are a few that might be worth your time:
Hotel Congress Through the Decades: A New Years Eve Party
- What: Hotel Congress has seen it all through the last 100 years! Take a journey with us to the past and into the future this New Year’s Eve. We will surprise you at every turn with music and decorations straight from the best decades since our 1919 opening.
- Where: Hotel Congress, 311 Congress Street, Tucson, AZ 85701
- When: Dec. 31, 8 p.m. - 2 a.m.
- Cost: $35-$140
New Year's Eve Comedy Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
- What: If you’re looking for a truly unique and entertaining way to usher in the New Year, then consider the annual Magic & Mystery Dinner Theater Show this year. A full night of non-stop interactive New Year’s Eve fun! It begins with a classic comedy murder-mystery whodunit, “Murder at the Magic Show,” a hilarious award-winning 3-Act murder mystery comedy set at a Magic show. It is accompanied by candle-lit table-served 3-course dinner prepared by the Sheraton’s Executive Chef.
- Where: Sheraton Hotel Grand Ballroom 5151 East Grant Road Tucson, AZ 85712
- When: Dec. 31, 7 p.m. - 1 a.m.
- Cost: $87.50
Happy Noon Year at the Children's Museum
- What: Have some young ones that want to stay up until midnight? Here's a fun alternative: "A funfetti-filled end of year celebration featuring a dance party, noise-makers, a sparkling juice toast, arts and crafts and a ball drop at noon.
- Where: Children's Museum Tucson, 200 S. 6th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
- When: Dec. 30, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Cost: Included with admission cost
The Loft Cinema: "Labyrinth" Party and Masquerade Ball
- What: Prepare to Dance Magic Dance as we ring in the New Year and celebrate the great David Bowie with a late-night screening of the ‘80s classic, Labyrinth, in an interactive SING AND QUOTE-A-LONG edition, featuring custom onscreen subtitles that will help you live the fantasy with Jareth, Sarah, Hoggle and friends!
- Where: The Loft Cinema, 3233 E Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716
- When: Dec. 31, 11 p.m.
- Cost: $15 ($12 for members)
Hacienda Del Sol New Year's Eve Party
- What: Join us in Casa Luna for a magnificent night of music, food and celebration to ring in 2019 right! Enjoy a decadent buffet spread, cocktails and live music beginning at 6:30pm. Celebrate the start of the new year at the stroke of midnight with a complimentary champagne toast and party favors. Live music by The Undercover Band.
- Where: 5501 N Hacienda Del Sol Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718
- When: Dec. 31, 6:30 p.m. - 1 a.m.
- Cost: $99 per person buffet & dance party, $30 per person dance party only
The Rialto Theatre "Masque of the Red Desert" NYE 2019
- What: Ring in the New Year with an all-night cumbia masquerade party with XIXA & DJ Dirty Verbs, party favors & champagne toast! You can also treat yourself to the VIP experience and get a seat on-stage, an individual champagne split, and a chance to view the show from up-close.
- Where: 318 E Congress St, Tucson, AZ 85701
- When: Dec. 31, 9 p.m.
- Cost: $10-$50
New Year's Eve Bowling at Cactus Bowl
- What: The Rockin' New Year's Eve event includes unlimited Cyber bowling fun with party favors, shoe rental, door prizes, champagne or cider toast, music and lights. $75 per lane for up to 6 people. Let's bring in 2019 together!
- Where: Cactus Bowl, 3665 S 16th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85713
- When: Family event at 6 p.m., "Rockin' New Years' Eve" at 9:30 p.m.
- Cost: Family event $65 per lane, "Rockin' New Years' Eve" $75 per lane (up to six people)
If you're heading out and about for New Year's Eve in Tucson, you'll need a way to get around:
- Lyft is offering new users in Tucson $5 off four rides with the code PIMASAFE on New Year's Eve. Existing users can get 10 percent off two rides with the code PIMASAFE18.
- Sun Link is extending streetcar hours New Year's Eve until 2 a.m. On New Year's Day streetcars will run from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
