Live Cuban music by Riaz Latina in the Spanish Garden from 6pm-9pm, with a magician show from 8pm. B500-B2,000 vouchers to spend at the restaurant are up for grabs all night. Book your place at 02-653-3900. Dec 31, 6pm. 

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The bar offers special deals on food and drinks, with a patio barbecue throughout the night. Expect free giveaways, live DJs and guest MCs to celebrate the end of 2014. Reservations can be made at 02-711-6052. Dec 31, 6pm.

Popular local pop group ETC. performs live at the New Year's Eve party at this European drinking and dining spot. Dec 31, 7pm.

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This year, the Indian restaurant celebrates the New Year with music by DJ Ash, an Indian buffet with live cooking stations, an open bar all night, fireworks and a midnight countdown. A standard ticket includes the buffet, free-flow drinks and access to the party. B1,000 for children under 12, and B1,000 for free-flow drinks only, with access to the countdown party from 11:30pm onwards. A free bottle of sparkling wine for bookings of 10 or more. Reserve your place now at 02-258-4900 or email indus@indusbangkok.com. Dec 31, 8pm.

The lounge bar's year-end themed-party features all sorts of performers, dancers and fashion shows, with fireworks at the end of the night. B2,500++ for gourmet buffet and an open bar from 8pm-11pm; B1,500 for open bar and snacks from 11pm onwards. Reservations at 02-258-1590. Dec 31, 8pm.

 

The party organizer promises to end the year with a big bang at its countdown party, organized at the usual venue. Part of the proceeds will go towards helping HIV-positive patients. More info TBA. Dec 31, 9pm.

The popular club counts down with live DJ sets and performances. Two glasses of Chandon for the price of one before 11pm. Reserve your VIP table at 082-308-3246 or info@thebangkokgroup.com to avoid disappointment. Strict dress code applies to all guests. Dec 31, 9pm.

Four Points by Sheraton's beer joint ends the year with a special treat for all guests—free roast piglet, cheap drinks and a live performance by Lee Shamrock. Reservations can be made at 02-309-3201 or email FBAdmin.Sukhumvit15@Fourpoints.com. Dec 31, 9pm.

A massive DJ party covers the entire hotel for NY countdown. B1,400 per person (two free drinks) at The Water Club from 10:30pm, B2,000 per person (one free drink) at Park Society Terrace from 9pm onwards and B4,900 per person (free flow wine, beer, cocktails) from 9pm onwards, with canapes passed around until 11pm. Dec 31, 9pm.

A no-nonsense low-key alternative New Year party, with special guest DJ Monsieur Markus. Dec 31, 9pm.

The club's New Year bash has an all-white dress code with prizes for the best outfits. There'll also be fireworks and "crystal confetti." Free entry before 11pm. Dec 31, 9pm.

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Party organizer Sundance Asia collaborates with the infamous G-Spot Entertainment to present this New Year's Eve party on its 8/F ballroom, with music by DJ Dan Slater from Australia. Early bird tickets for the party and Splash Out Charity Pool Party on Jan 3, 2015, at B3,300. Early bird VIP combo tickets at B4,400 with private access to facilities, only available through Dec 27. Dec 31, 10pm.

From 10:30pm onwards, Speakeasy Rooftop bar holds a NYE party at B2,200 per guest (includes two glasses of prosecco). Dress in black/gold for Medici Kitchen & Bar post-midnight afterparty (B1,800), or arrive early for dining packages from 7pm onwards. Dec 31, 10:30pm.

A Hollywood character fancy-dress NY party at the Phra Nakhon Jazz club, with a bottle of Absinthe with a rare Absinthe spoon and glass set going to the winner. Quality jazzy tunes by singers from The Voice Thailand and Pamai Quartet & AJ. 3 Ticket types available: B1,500 (one free drink + small set of tacos) per person, B2,800 (4 free drinks + small pizza) per two guests or B5,500 (1 bottle of wine + one large pizza) for 4 guests. Reserve your tickets now for discounts at 081-714-0314. Dec 31, 9:30pm. 

The three branches of the cigar/whiskey establishment counts down with three masquerade-themed parties. 

Whisgars 23 and the recently launched Whisgars Silom's carnival Casanova inspired parties sees free flow of Lombard C. Champagne, Chivas Extra, among others, at B3,500 per person, or B4,000 free flow with a table reservation, live DJ entertainment all night. A complimentary mask giveaway for all guests at Whisgars 23.

Meanwhile, Whisgars Ploenchit celebrates NYE with an Elegant & Sexy themed party, with cigar promotions, B1,500++ for 2 bottles of prosecco, and the NYE package of B6,000++ that comes with a promoted cigar, all house pour spirits, cocktails, wine & prosecco by glass and any whiskey. Smooth jazz and deep house music, with the screening of the film Eyes Wide Shut. Dec 31, 7pm. 

Grease brings out its all star DJs from the local underground labels, such as Kingkong, Pichy, Supersonic, DJ Tob of BKK Invaders, to name a few. Dec 31, 9pm. 

The bistro offers a selection of Holiday Specials by Chef Julien, in addition to its Chandon Sparkling and Ciroc bars, 5 DJs and 2 floors of music through the end of 2014. Dec 31, 7pm. 

The riverside bar countsdown to 2015 in style with a spectacular view. More details tba. Dec 31, 7pm. 

The Peruvian-fusion rooftop restaurant and bar celebrates New Year with resident DJs and surprises throughout the night. Dec 31, 10:30pm. 

The sky terrace of the boutique hotel turns into a jungle for new years bash, with performances by Moola and Yoyo et Miu, cocktails and great views of the fireworks. A party of 6 or more gets a free bottle of champagne. Dec 31, 10pm. 

Grammy Award-winning Keithen Carter serenades you through the end of the year at the Thonglor Speakeasy, with rave music by DJ Tekris from France and house saxophonist Antonio from Spain for the after party. Party packages and VIP table reservations available, more information at 085-223-4324. Dec 31, 8pm. 

The Iron Fairies, 394 Soi Thonglor, Sukhumvit 55. BTS Thong Lor. 

Nest Rooftop brings international and local DJs from the likes of Doctor, Monte, Arin, Swindali, Mizuko and Tantany to entertain you through new years. Expect fancy lights and visuals. Dec 31, 9pm.

Studio Lam's all-star indy DJs such as Paul Ungle, Masa Niwayama and Maft Sai rock the house till late. Dec 31, 9pm. 

For an expensive, but premium countdown experience, the highest alfresco restaurant in Bangkok celebrates 2015 with the highest ball drop in the world, with amazing views of the city. Visit www.lebua.com/NYE2014 for the packages available for the night. Dec 31, 6pm.

Head over to Groove's CentralWorld to celebrate the year of the goat (Greatest of All Time) at 1881 by Water Library with NY giveaways, surprise performances, live concerts, and special offers on Chivas, selected champagne and sparkling wines. Reserve your spot now at 02-613-1778. Dec 31, 7pm.

 

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Celebrate the New Year at this open-air day-party by the Kolour crew with two music stages, taking over its Chaophraya River side signature venue at River City Complex. Visit www.fb.com/wearekolour for lineup updates. Jan 1, 1:30pm. 

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