Looking to avoid another quiet New Years at home? There are plenty of great parties happening in and around Bed-Stuy tonight, from swanky dinners to after-hours clubbing. We've listed five of the best ones, but let us know about any others in the area by sending a comment.
Sweet Revenge (348 Franklin Avenue, between Greene Ave. and Lexington Ave.; (718) 398-2472; www.myspace.com/sweetrevengebar)
Bed-Stuy may not be known for its gay scene, but Sweet Revenge might be looking to change that with their after-hours queer party from 2:00-8:00 a.m. DJ Tikka will be spinning 90s hip-hop and R&B, and a Bollywood theme in the final hour ends the party on a high note. Subscribe to DJ Tikka's SMS list on his website (djtikka.com) for a $5 cover, or pay $10 at the door.
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Franklin Park (618 St. John's Pl., between Classon Ave. and Franklin Ave.; (718) 975-0196; franklinparkbrooklyn.com)
With three DJ's on hand for this New Year's Bash, Franklin Park is intent on making sure their party-goers get up and dance. DJ's Nickodemus, DRM and Jai-Ho bring in the New Year with music ranging from current hits to old school hip-hop, with special guest CongaFist on percussion. If that's not enough, the free cover means your wallet will thank you the morning after, even if your head doesn't.
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Denim Lounge (1223 Bedford Ave., at Halsey St.; (718) 484-3148; denimloungenyc.com)
Hosted by Cocopuff, this lounge spot is throwing a New Year's event that gives you plenty of bang for your buck. The $20 entry fee includes live music from DJ Q, free food, and a $2 bar from 9:00-11:00 p.m.
Black Swan (1048 Bedford Ave., between Lafayette Ave. and Clinton Pl.; (718) 783-4744; www.blackswannyc.com)
New local gastropub Black Swan is celebrating its first New Year's Eve in the neighborhood with a no-cover event that includes a special dinner menu, unlimited prosecco all night, and DJ Misbehaviour spinning your favorite tracks.
Rustik Tavern (471 Dekalb Ave., between Kent Ave. and Franklin Ave.; (347) 406-9700; rustiktavern.com)
With a reputation of being among the best bars in Clinton Hill, this old-fashioned tavern is throwing a classy celebration with complimentary champagne and free hors d'oeuvres, a live DJ and some of the friendliest bartenders in town for just $20.
