Ten . . . nine . . . eight . . . seven . . . Time is running out, not only on 2022, but on the time you have left to plan a fabulous, unforgettable New Year’s Eve party. So we’re here to help you out.
The vibe
To set your gala apart from every other New Year’s bash, you’ll need a theme for your party. This is the fun part, where you let your imagination run wild an important first step to plan your New Year’s Eve party.
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
- A black and white ball (or black and gold)
- Winter white party
- Masquerade
- A decade party, keyed to the age of the majority of your guests, or to the glamorous 1920s
The look
Once you have a theme, you’ll need to find the appropriate venue to match. Of course you could hold it at home, but if you have a large crowd (and why wouldn’t you, tonight of all nights), you’ll need a place where the merrymaking won’t disturb the neighbors (such as the luxurious Alfred I. duPont Building in downtown Miami).
When it comes to dress, when you send out your evites make it clear that glamour is expected.
The decorations will be driven by your theme, but in general go for gold and silver, including in the place settings and the confetti. And be sure to have a giant clock (with a second hand) prominently displayed for the big countdown.
The fun
The food, of course, must match the theme; so go high-end, with caviar tarts, smoked salmon, filet mignon bites, chocolate-covered strawberries and so forth.
Champagne goes without saying, since it’s New Year’s Eve. You’ll need it to toast at midnight. But also have plenty of imaginative cocktails available—you might want to hire an experienced mixologist—including mocktails for the non-drinkers in the crowd.
What’s a New Year’s Eve party without music for dancing? You’ll probably want to book a live band that complements your theme.
And for an unforgettable setting, check out the Historic Alfred I. duPont Building in downtown Miami. With its floor-to-ceiling handcrafted marble, Art Deco-inspired design, and intricately hand-painted cypress ceilings, its extravagant interiors and unique details are the perfect setting for any celebration.
Most important, we have no curfew here, so you can party straight on through the wee hours!