Ring in the New Year at Pier 22!
Thu Dec 31, 4:00 PM - Fri Jan 1, 1:00 AM

(Bradenton, Florida) December 31st comes around just once a year, so why not celebrate it at Pier 22, downtown Bradenton’s renowned waterfront restaurant? Expect a festive ambience with a masquerade ball, buffet feasts, inspired libations, DJs spinning classic songs, and revelers raising champagne toasts. Enjoy an aperitif as the sun sinks down over the sparkling Manatee River, mingle with friends and family (and make new friends) and toast the new year under starlit skies.

The evening includes a buffet feast featuring a mouth-watering array of sushi, gourmet cheese and fruit, crab cakes, coconut shrimp, spinach and artichoke crostinis, antipasto, 1976 salad and tortellini prosciutto. Did we mention the prime rib, grouper Oscar, and bruschetta chicken? Guests can enjoy their feast al fresco on the expansive waterfront terrace—or inside the newly renovated restaurant. The fully stocked bar boasts Pier 22’s celebrated list of wines and craft beers, top-shelf liquors, and uniquely crafted cocktails. The price for ringing in the new year is only $79.95 per person, plus tax and gratuity. (A cash bar is separate.)

Food and drink are just part of the high spirits. The joint will be jumping with party favors, a photo booth, entertainment by the Party Pro DJs and a champagne fountain flowing at midnight. To add even more flash, party organizers are hosting a masquerade ball—complete with prizes. The best dressed guy and gal will win $250.

For those who envision a more formal ambience, Pier 22 is opening its elegant ballroom for an all-inclusive VIP celebration featuring an open bar, a buffet feast and dessert bar, a Party Pro DJ spinning favorite tunes and a champagne toast at midnight. The prices for this divine fun? Only $119.95 per person, plus tax and gratuity.

Finally, if you desire an early meal before the New Year festivities begin, Pier 22 is serving a celebratory New Year’s Eve dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. Reservations are strongly recommended.

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