A&E roundup for Dec. 27- Jan. 5
Note: for a complete list of calendar events from around Garfield County and the Roaring Fork Valley, go to http://www.postindependent.com/entertainment/community-calendar/.
Friday Afternoon Club
What: Take a free gondola ride up to Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park and enjoy live music while enjoying the view from the mountain-top theme park. Walk around the park and soak in the twinkling lights and other seasonal decor while savoring winter treats and beverages.
When: 4:30-7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 27, Jan. 3
Where: Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, 51000 Two Rivers Plaza Road, Glenwood Springs,
How much: Free
Vaudeville Holiday Show
What: Enjoy the Glenwood Vaudeville Revue’s annual Holiday Show, a two-hour, family-friendly show featuring skits, jokes, dance numbers and songs. Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Vaudeville with two holiday showings and a complimentary glass of champagne or sparkling cider and party favors for a New Year’s toast.
When: Every Friday and Saturday 6-9:30 p.m., every Sunday 5-8:30 p.m. until Jan. 11. Additional dates are 6-9:30 p.m. Monday Dec. 30., 9 p.m. – midnight Tuesday, Dec. 31, 6-9:30 p.m. Jan. 2
Where: Glenwood Vaudeville Revue, 915 Grand Ave., Glenwood Springs
How much: $30 for adults, $27 for seniors, $18 for kids twelve and under. $60 for New Year’s Eve show on Dec. 31.
Noon Year’s Eve at the Community Center
What: Ring in the New Year early with a family celebration. An aerialist, stilt walkers, magicians, balloon animals, face-painting fairies, a live ice sculptor and Sventastic the one-man circus show will be present. Ice skating, swimming, and climbing wall activities will be available for everyone. Wrap up the event with a spectacular New Year’s countdown, featuring their biggest balloon drop ever, followed by an exciting dance party. Submit your New Year’s resolutions for a chance to win Community Center Memberships, punch passes, swim lessons, youth recreational sports, athletic enrollments and more.
When: Noon to 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 28.
Where: Glenwood Springs Parks and Recreation, 116 Wulfsohn Road, Glenwood Springs.
How much: Free
New Year’s Eve at the Glenwood Hot Springs
What: Soak in the hot springs at Glenwood Hot Springs all day New Year’s Eve and into the New Year. Watch the fireworks from the warmth and comfort of a hot springs pool and enjoy a wide range of family-friendly New Year’s Eve activities, like cannonball contests and other watery fun, starting at 7 p.m.
When: 9 – 1 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 31, Wednesday, Jan. 1
Where: Glenwood Hot Springs Resort, 401 North River St., Glenwood Springs
How much: $46 for an adult day pass, $30 for a child’s pass, ages 3-12
NYE Disco 70s Style
What: Celebrate the New Year in style at Down Valley Brewing’s groovy disco party. Guests who come ready to party dressed up in 70s attire get $1 off drinks.
When: 6 p.m. – midnight Tuesday, Dec. 31
Where: Colorado Drifters/Down Valley Brewing, 589 West Main St., New Castle
How much: Free
New Years Eve Party at Hominy Southern Kitchen
What: Ring in the New Year with good food and live music at Hominy Southern Kitchen. Enjoy a collection of Americana, folk rock, bluegrass, classic rock and original mixes by multi-instrumentalist and song collector Brad Manosevitz, who uses a loop pedal to stir up his favorite beats.
When: 6 – 10 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 31
Where: Hominy Southern Kitchen, 60 El Jebel Road #108, Carbondale
How much: Free
New Years Eve at El Dorado ft. DJ Pinto
What: Head to El Dorado for an unforgettable New Year’s celebration, featuring tracks spun by DJ Pinto and a champagne toast at midnight.
When: 8 p.m. – late, Tuesday, Dec. 31
Where: El Dorado, 358 Main St., Carbondale
How much: Free
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