New Year's Eve 2011

Washington has a wide mix of New Year’s Eve activities from family friendly to adult dance parties to comedy shows and symphonies.

Hot 99.5 is hosting a New Year’s Party at Ibiza Nightclub featuring DJ Chris Styles and a live station broadcast. The event also features complimentary catered hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast.

When: 6 PM to 4 AM Cost: From $48.99 per person for general admission to $2,499 for a party of 30 guests in a VIP lounge. Purchase tickets here. Where: Ibiza; 1222 1st St., NE, Washington, D.C. More info: http://ibizadc.com/

Big Night DC New Year’s Eve party features 15 themed party areas, six dance floors, live bands, food, and party favors.

When: 9 PM to 3 AM Cost: $149.99 for the main event and $199.99 for VIP status. Purchase tickets here. Where: Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center; 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, Md. More info: http://www.bignightdc.com/Home.aspx

The Passport to the World gala features live entertainment, food, beverages, speed dating, dancing, themed rooms, and dance lessons.

When: 9 PM to 2 AM Cost: $129 per person. Purchase tickets here. Where: Hyatt Regency; 2799 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, VA More info: http://www.clubzone.com/events/491117/washington-dc/hyatt-regency-crystal-city/passport-to-the-world-gala

First Night Alexandria is a family-friendly, alcohol-free New Year’s Eve celebration in historic Alexandria, Va. Local shops, restaurants, and buildings turn into performance venues to showcase local talent. When: 1 PM to 12:30 AM Cost: $20 per badge; Kids 12 and under are free but must be with an adult wearing a badge. Purchase badges here. Where: Mostly along King Street in Old Town Alexandria. More info: http://www.firstnightalexandria.org/

The Kennedy Center will host a 90-minute classical concert featuring guest conductor Murry Sidlin, members of the National Symphony Orchestra, and guest guitarist Pepe Romero.

When: 8:30 PM Cost: $50 to $95; Purchase tickets here. Where: 2700 F St., NW, Washington, D.C. More info: http://www.kennedy-center.org/events/?event=MMHFN

The DC Improv will feature comedian Ralph Harris from “Last Comic Standing,” Comedy Central, and the movie “Dreamgirls.” The comedy club will also offer its full dinner menu.

When: 8 PM show and 10:15 PM show Cost: $35 for 8 PM show and $75 per person for its countdown show at 10:15 PM. Purchase tickets here. Where: 1140 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, D.C.

The Odyssey features a dinner cruise around the Potomac River with live entertainment and dancing, a Vienesse dessert table and chocolate fountain, an open premium bar package, party favors, and a champagne toast.

When: Board the ship at 8 PM and cruise until 1 AM Cost: $219.90 per adult; Purchase tickets here. Where: 600 Water St., SW, Washington, D.C. More info: http://www.odysseycruises.com/WashingtonDC/new-years-eve-dinner-cruise

The Spirit of Washington also features a New Year’s Eve cruise around the Potomac that includes a premium open bar, hors d’oeuvres, a dinner buffet, DJ hits, champagne toast, and party favors.

When: Board the ship at 8 PM and cruise until 1 AM Cost: $169.99 to $209.90 per person. Purchase tickets here. Where: 600 Water St., SW, Washington, D.C. More info: http://spiritofwashington.com/Washington-DC/new-years-eve-cruise

The Capitol Steps will put on its comedy show, blending musical and political comedy, New Year’s Eve at the Ronald Reagan building.

When: 7:30 PM Cost: $40.25 per person. Purchase tickets here. Where: Amphitheater on the concourse level of the Ronald Reagan building at 1300 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, D.C. More info: http://www.capsteps.com/