Best 2014 New Year's Eve Parties In Sacramento

New Year's Eve is hands down the ultimate party night of the year, every year. If you were a fan of our list last year, then you won't be disappointed with what we've compiled this year. Traditionally, this night of the year is filled with champagne, noise and friends. Sacramento has diverse options for celebrating New Year's Eve. For those looking to paint the town red on New Year's Eve in Sacramento, you will find everything you're looking for right here on this list.

The Sacramento River Train is a fun experience regardless of what day of the year it is. However, the ride is a little extra special on New Year's Eve. In addition to the normal ride up and down the river, you get to welcome the new year in style. Depending on the package you choose, guests can expand on the night's festivities. The basic ticket includes free appetizers and a three-course dinner. The purchase of a silver ticket includes entertainment which will come in the form of a live band or DJ. The gold ticket includes all of the above with the addition of premium seating, free coffee or soda, complimentary champagne or wine and a rose for the ladies. The Sacramento River Train is definitely one of our classier ways to celebrate this year. Prices range from $40-$92.

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Powerhouse Pub
614 Sutter St
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 355-8586
www.thepowerhousepub.com

If you find yourself in the Folsom area this New Year's Eve, Powerhouse Pub is going to be your spot. Powerhouse is a great local spot known for good times and live local music. All of Sutter Street comes to life with celebration on New year's Eve. This year, the bands 8 Track Massacre and Whiskey Dawn will perform. Get there early if you plan on driving as parking on this night is sure to be difficult to say the least. Powerhouse Pub is on this list because of its long-standing reputation for knowing how to throw a party.

Harlow's Restaurant and Night Club
2708 J St.
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 441-4693
www.harlows.com

For over 30 years, Harlow's has been one of Sacramento's favorite places for a night out. With dinner shows, live music and a great dance floor, this venue has a lot to offer the music lover. Every New Year's Eve, it puts together an amazing party. This year, its "New Year's Dance Party" features the band Lovefool, a San Francisco-based '90s cover band. The fun doesn't stop there; Lovefool's sets often contain hits from the last two decades as well. Tickets for this show are sure to sell out at only $25. Hungry? Harlow's has a great menu with something for everyone.

The River City Saloon
916 2nd St.
Sacramento CA 95812
(916) 443-6852
www.therivercitysaloon.com

What more can be said about River City Saloon? This bar has made lists on the CBS "Best of" section on more than a few occasions for different reasons. The saloon will have a cover charge of only $10 which is surely one of the more affordable door charges in town this night. River City Saloon will also be handing out wristbands with the price of admission, allowing guests in-and-out privileges. Normally the ability to walk in and out of a place is not a big deal, but on a night like New Year's Eve, the rules are a little different. Many people will certainly be taking a timeout from the night's festivities at places in Old Sacramento like River City to take a look at the annual Old Sacramento New Year's Eve Fireworks Show.

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As a hospitality professional Andy Soto has worked every facet of the industry. He currently leads the team at Spectrum Restaurant Consulting. He started writing a hospitality blog in 2009 and restaurant writing for Sacramento Press in 2010. In 2011 Andy became a Sacramento Restaurant Examiner for Examiner.com. His work can be found on Examiner.com.