Don’t let your old acquaintances be forgot tonight! Head out with friends to some of these poppin’ New Year’s Eve events across Charlotte:
Dec. 31 • The Scorpio
The Scorpio and a who’s who of your favorite drag performers host a New Year’s Eve party with party favors and a midnight toast. 2301 Freedom Dr. 10 p.m. thescorpio.com.
Dec. 31 • Rainbow In
“Party at the Lake” at Rainbow In, 4376 Charlotte Hwy, Lake Wylie. $10 cover. $25 wristband for all-you-can-drink house liquor and domestic beer. Light food, party favors, complimentary champagne.
Dec. 31 • The Bar at 316
Midnight toast. 316 Rennselaer Ave. thebarat316.com.
Dec. 31 • Marigny
“Times Square NYE 2013” at Marigny, 1440 S. Tryon St., Suite 110. $12/advance. $15/door. Ball drop, cash prizes, complimentary champagne. marignycharlotte.com.
Dec. 31 • Cathode Azure
“Hollywood Nights New Year’s Eve” at Cathode Azure, 1820 South Blvd., Suite 106. facebook.com/CathodeAzure.
Dec. 31 • Hartigan’s
Free cover 9-10 p.m. $10 after 10 p.m. Balloon drop and champagne toast at midnight. 601 S. Cedar St. hartigans.com.
Dec. 31 • Sidelines
Champagne toast at midnight. Free jello shots. 8 p.m.-2 a.m. 4544 South Blvd. 704-525-2608. thesidelinesbar.com.
Dec. 31 • MCC Charlotte
The Metropolitan Community Church of Charlotte hosts a Watchnight Service welcoming the new year with a service of celebration and reflection. Holy communion served at midnight. 1825 Eastway Dr. 11 p.m.-Midnight. 704-563-5810. mymcccharlotte.org.
Dec. 31 • Unity Fellowship
Unity Fellowship Church Charlotte holds a Watchnight Service to ring in the new year. 2127 Eastway Dr. 9 p.m. ufccharlottenc.org.