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Ryan Pierse/Getty ImagesMade plans for New Year's Eve 2023? Sure there are the ginormous city celebrations, but that means fighting traffic and big crowds. Here are 4 options that look like they might be a more fun, more chill way to bring in 2023 around Tampa Bay.
Party with Petty in Palm Harbor
A Tom Petty tribute is playing Bogota Kitchen & Bar in downtown Palm Harbor. The Broken Hearts #1 Tom Petty Tribute Band tickets cost $50. That includes a midnight champagne toast and a dessert bar with coffee. Event starts at 7 and winds down around 12:30am.
Party on the Roof in New Port Richey
The weather won't be as frigid as it was on Christmas so head up on the rooftop at The Social NPR for a champagne toast at midnight and dancing all night long. Their full menu is available until 10pm, but food is not included in the ticket price.
Take Selfies in Tampa
Armature Works' 5th Annual New Year’s Eve party promises to have lots of Instagram opportunities along with a fireworks display at midnight.
Celebrate at CeSar on St. Pete Beach
If you've got deep pockets, The Don CeSar Hotel celebration's "Platinum Package" features 3 bottles of premium liquor, champagne, choice of 10 appetizers, and an assigned cocktail server and your own private area to celebrate with up to 20 friends.
