Seasonal & Holidays

Maple Grove New Year’s Events: 2018 Guide

It's never too early to start thinking about New Year's Eve! Here's your guide to fireworks, parties and other events in Maple Grove.

Maple Grove, MN – Love it or hate it, New Year’s Eve is happening again this year. Whether you plan to ring in 2018 at your favorite restaurant, a buzzing party with your friends, or all cozied up in front of the TV, we’ve got you covered.

So pop the bubbly, come up with some resolutions you can actually stick to and get ready to celebrate the New Year. Check out town-by-town listings below of New Year’s celebrations and events for 2017 in and near Maple Grove if you’re one to want to go out, plus a look at what television programming may make you want to stay in.

If you want to go out..

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New Year's Eve Party Hosted By City of Maple Grove: Maple Grove Community Center (12951 Weaver Lake Rd)

New Years Eve 2017 Crystal Ball At International Market Square, featuring a tribute to Prince

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The Black and White Ball: NYE 2017 at The Hyatt Regency

2018: The Party (Flip Phone New Year's Eve) at First Avenue & 7th St Entry

Countdown MPLS NYE at Minneapolis Club Event Center

Gotham New Year's Eve - Union Rooftop Bar & Grill (Minneapolis)

Twin Cities area: Mystic Lake New Year's Eve Party: Dane Cook, Morris Day, More

We’ll be adding new events to this post as they pop up, so be sure to check back as the big day nears!

If you want to stay in...

If your idea of the perfect New Year’s Eve is curling up on the couch with a hot toddy and watching the countdown in your pajamas, you’re in luck. These are the top two live TV specials people are already talking about. Here’s a peek so you can you can plan accordingly:

“New Year’s Eve Live” With Anderson Cooper And Andy Cohen

Where to catch it: CNN

Why you should watch: For the first time ever, Anderson Cooper will host CNN’s annual New Year’s Eve Live special with none other than “Watch What Happens Live” host Andy Cohen. As these two are best friends in real life, you can expect tons witty banter and hilarious moments from the pair. The Bravo mogul will replace Cooper’s former co-host Kathy Griffin, whom CNN fired after her controversial Donald Trump photoshoot.

“Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve 2018” Hosted by Ryan Seacrest

Where to catch it: ABC

Why you should watch: Remember last year’s infamous Mariah Carey mic incident? Yes, it happened on Seacrest’s watch. So if that’s any indication, this could be a good one to tune-in to. And even if there aren’t any crazy celebrity snafus, you can count on crazy views of Time Square packed with people, as well as awesome musical performances.

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