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The Cheat Sheet: New Year's Eve Edition
This time of year in the Valley is the best, there is no better place to celebrate New Years than the Wood River Valley. And since 2011 somehow flew by us all, it is definitely time to party as 2012 is upon us!
There is nothing better than celebrating a fresh start, the New Year and new beginnings here in the mountains of Idaho. And with a fresh blanketing of snow and plenty of options to celebrate in style, I’m pretty sure once that clock strikes midnight, you’ll be pretty glad you are here.
So check out our roundup of New Year’s options around the Sun Valley area, grab your loved ones and go celebrate Sun Valley style. We will see you in the New Year!
Sun Valley Events
New Year’s Bubbly Bash at River Run Lodge: NOW SOLD OUT
Hopefully you got your ticket early because this event, put on by Sun Valley Resort and the Sun Valley Center for the Arts Junior Patrons Circle, will be hopping! Eighties cover band, Notorious, will be providing tunes and with a free champagne toast and photo booth, revelers will be partying the night away!
Where: River Run Lodge
When: New Year’s Eve, 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM.
Info: Tickets are now SOLD OUT!
Trail Creek Sleigh Ride: Celebrate Idaho-style!
Try an old, Idaho tradition to celebrate the start of 2012 with a classic wagon ride. Starting and ending at the Sun Valley Inn, this ride takes you and your family out to the Trail Creek Cabin for dinner and brings you back. Dress warmly and get ready to celebrate!
Where: Sun Valley Inn and Trail Creek Cabin
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st.
Info: Call for reservations 208-622-2135.
(photo courtesy www.sunvalley.com)
New Year’s Even Dinner at the Roundhouse
With one of the best views in the town and some of the best dinner in the Valley, the on-mountain lodge, the Roundhouse offers a picturesque and romantic setting for your New Year’s dinner. The ride up and down the gondola also provides a little more romance for the evening.
Where: The Roundhouse, Bald Mountain. Ride the River Run Gondola.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st.
Info: Call 208-622-4111 for details! Dinner reservations are currently booked but they are taking waitlist names.
(photo courtesy www.sunvalley.com)
For the little ones!
Sun Valley New Year’s Eve Party for the Kids!
The kids have their own party this year! Kids of all ages are welcome for food, beverages and fun in the Sun Valley Inn’s Continental Room. Come check it out!
Where: Sun Valley Inn, Continental Room.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st. 7:30 PM to 1:00 AM.
Info: Call 208-622-4111 for reservations. $75/person.
Ketchum Events
Reckless Kelly at Whiskey Jacques: The wildest party in town!
Native Idahoans and successful country-rock band, Reckless Kelly, headlines the main event in downtown Ketchum. Get ready for a wild night of dancing and fun at Ketchum’s favorite bar, Whiskey Jacques!
Where: Whiskey Jacques, Main Street, Ketchum.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st, doors open at 9:00 PM.
Info: Advance ticket sales are now over. Tickets will be available at the door for $75/person. Contact Whiskey Jacques for more info, 208-726-5297.
Ring in the New Year at the Roosevelt Grille!
DJ Lenny Joseph will be spinning tunes and there will be plenty of dancing to be had at Ketchum’s Roosevelt Grille. Come in for dinner before the party gets rocking at 10:00 PM! Tickets are available starting today and include a complimentary Champagne toast and party favors!
Where: Roosevelt Grille, Main Street, Ketchum.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st. Party starts at 10:00 PM.
Info: Call 208-720-0051 for dinner reservations or to get your wristbands for the party!
Romantic Italian New Year’s Dinner at Il Naso
Romance your loved ones with an intimate and delicious dinner at Ketchum’s Il Naso. Dine by candlelight with this five-course, prix fixe meal with a complimentary glass of prosecco.
Where: Il Naso, 480 North Washington Ave, Ketchum.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st.
Info: Call 208-726-7776 for reservations.
Dance the night away at the Casino with Old Death Whisper
Ketchum’s famous dive bar, is hosting local folk/country/rock band, Old Death Whisper for their New Year’s Eve party. Come get into a little trouble and party down with the locals!
Where: The Casino, Main Street, Ketchum.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st, 10:00 PM.
Info: $15/person at the door.
South Valley
New Year’s Eve in Bellevue: Up a Creek at Mahoney’s
Where: Mahoney’s, Main Street, Bellevue.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st.
Info: Music by Up A Creek. All ages welcome. Call 208-788-4449 for more information.
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New Year’s Even in Bellevue: Hangar 17 Band at the Silver Dollar
Where: The Silver Dollar, Main Street, Bellevue.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st.
Info: No cover! Call 208-788-2900 for more info.
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New Year’s Eve at Rotarun
Where: Rotarun Ski Area, Hailey. Located on Rodeo Drive, three miles west of Hailey off Croy Creek Road.
When: New Year’s Eve, Saturday, January 31st. Skiing and food at 6:00 PM. Fireworks at 9:15 PM.
Info: Kids are encouraged to bring sleds and marshmallows. An all you can eat chili meal includes cornbread and salad for a suggested donation of $6 a person, $20 per family. Lift tickets are $10 for kids 6-18 and $15 for adults. Kids five and under ski free. For more info call 208-788-6204 or email Rotarun.
New Year’s Eve in Hailey: The Mule Shoe
Where: The Mule Shoe, Main Street, Hailey.
When: Come in for dinner but the music and the party starts at 9:00 PM.
Info: No cover for this party! Dan Freeman will start playing at 9 and party the night away before enjoying complimentary champagne at midnight! Call 208-788-0096 for more information.
(Courtesy photo)
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Reader Comments:
thanks for this! discovered the rotarun fireworks thanks to you guys and had a blast!