To help you greet 2005 in style, NOW spotlights all the party hot spots, restos and clubs that are making special plans as the year ends

 O   = Queer Night

Parties

alleycatz Disco Inferno gets the party started. 2409 Yonge. 416-481-6865.

andy poolhall Denise Benson and Andrew Allsgood provide the beats for this party. 10 pm. $15, adv $10. 489 College. 416-923-5300.

Balmy beach club Party overlooking the lake with DJ Mike Harding. $40. Beech south of Queen E at waterfront. 416-691-9962.

BEdford academy Sexy singles, special NYE menu, great music, no cover. 36 Prince Arthur. 416-921-4600.

BEtty's Party hats, snacks and songs. 240 King E. 416-368-1300.

Black swan Tony Springer Band. party favours and midnight toast. $20, adv $10. 154 Danforth. 416-469-0537.

bloor cinema Rocky Horror Picture Show New Year's. Live cast shadowing the classic cult film. Dress up and yell at the screen with the Excited Mental State cast. 9:30 pm. $10 adv. 506 Bloor W. 416-516-2330, www.bloorcinema. com.

Bovine sex club The Illuminati, Oliver Black and special guests. 9 pm. $10 adv. 542 Queen W. 416-504-4239.

 O   Buddies in bad times theatre Poptrash queer fundraising event with gogo dancers, novelty acts, Grapefruit DJs Shane Percy, Aural and Strutt spinning retro, pop, alternative rock and dance beats. 10 pm. $25. 12 Alexander. 416-075-8555, www.shanepercy.com.

butt'r Tropical Paradise celebration and dinner w/ DJ Jermaine Brown, Corey Dawkins. Four-course dinner, 7:30 pm, $75 includes party and loot bags. Party only adv $25, $35. 587 College. 416-516-4756, www.hi-octanecreative.com/NYE2005.html.

 O   cadillac lounge The Screaming Black Cadillacs play rock-a-billy for partiers. Champagne and appetizers incl. 9 pm. $20. 1296 Queen W. 416-876-2751.

camera bar Screening of the film Red Lights at 7 & 9 pm. $10. 1028 Queen W. $10. 416-530-0011, www. camerabar.ca.

cameron Rancho Misterio party up front, 6:30 pm. $12. Joanne Mackell & the Paradise Rangers play the back room with special guests at 10 pm. 408 Queen W. 416-703-0811.

capitol event theatre Solid gold Studio 54 party w/ dancing to hiphop, sexy house, old school. Complimentary food, champagne toast, prizes. Dress code. 10 pm. $80, adv $60. 2492 Yonge. 416-870-8000, www.platinumworld.ca/newyears.

the carlu Black tie and ballgown evening with Rick Sonata & the Starlight Orchestra, cocktails, gourmet meal, cognac & champagne. 7:30 pm. $225. 444 Yonge, 7th flr. 416-597-1931, www.thecarlu.com.

 O   CHICKitas New Year's bash for lesbians from 9 pm with munchies, DJ Carol, champagne toast at midnight. ($25 adv only from Winchester Pub, 537 Parliament, 416-929-1875.) O'Grady's Pub, 518 Church. www. chickitas. com.

CHICago's Wickens & Knight perform. $8. Upstairs. 335 Queen W. 416-977-2904.

clean and sober new year's party Dance, potluck supper, karaoke and talent show. 7 pm. No cover, donations accepted. 519 Church Community Centre. 647-226-8857, paddy@wildside.org.

Clinton's Party-rock band Franklin's Fault along with DJ Skip n' Skratch help you ring in 2005. Bubbly at midnight. $15. 693 Bloor W. 416-535-9541.

college street bar Soular plays R&B, soul, funk, disco and more. Five-course meal includes, toast, favours and band at 7 pm. $85. Show only, 10:30 pm, $25. 574 College. 416-533-2417.

Do! NYE 2005 Funk, soul, disco, hiphop and the best of 2004 w/ DJs John Kong, Fase, Circle Research, Son of S.O.U.L. and host Abdominal. $25, adv $15, includes favours, champagne toast and door prizes. Supermarket, 268 Augusta. www.dorightmusic.com.

drake hotel Three floors of celebrating with Rollin' Cash, Lee Mishi and Mike Lambert in the lounge. 9 pm; $35 incl champagne, premium seating $100. Barrio Lab Orchestra and the Castellanos Brothers play the Underground. 9 pm; $25 online only, adv $30. Cosmopolitanism multimedia exhibition in the lobby. 1150 Queen W. 416-531-5042, www. thedrakehotel.ca, www.quadrasonic.com.

duke of argyle Celtic band Skraeling entertains. 8 pm. $20, after 10 pm $10. 86 John. 416-340-9700.

el mocambo (Downstairs) UKULA New Year's Eve with controller.controller. 8 pm. $30 adv. 464 Spadina. 416-777-1777. www.ukula.com.

el mocambo (Upstairs) See Svook: 2005 listing, this page.

ESPLANADE BIER MARKT Pop Joy plays live and Freshstone provides beats for this fete including dinner, brewmaster pairings, hors d'oeuvres, champagne and more. $75-$95 dinner package, $35 bar only. Reservations required. 58 the Esplanade. 416-862-7575, www.thebiermarkt.com.

fez batik DJ Lexx, Craig Nice and Giggles, party favours, champagne toast and hors d'oeuvres. 8 pm. $30 adv. 129 Peter. 416-204-9660.

FIONN MacCOOL'S Irish pub welcomes 2005 with music by Wheelhouse. Dinner package $65, bar only package $25. 489 King W. 416-586-1331.

free times cafe Harmony trio the Middle Eight play covers from 9 pm. Buffet and music $45-$65, music only $25 from 10:30 pm incl snacks and comp champagne. Reservations. 320 College. 416-967-1078.

gate 403 Sum of 5ive Jazz Band performs. 403 Roncesvalles. 416-588-2930.

Gladstone New Year's party with Skin Tight Outta Sight Burlesque, the Tijuana Bibles and guests from Lucha Va Voom!. Complimentary midnight champagne, tequila shot and Mexican snacks. 9 pm. $25 adv at Rotate This, 620 Queen W; and Nearly Naked, 749 Queen W. $30. 1214 Queen W. 416-531-4635.

grossman's New Orleans jazz with Jack King and the Silver Leaf Band. Dinner, party favours, glass of bubbly, $39. Doors open 6:30 pm. 379 Spadina. 416-977-7000.

happy hedonist Two options: couples-only swingers party includes cocktails and buffet, 5:30 pm to 3 am. $139/cpl adv, $79 dance only/cpl, $59 after-party/cpl. Ramada Hotel, 300 Jarvis. Cpls and sngls Hot And Naughty party. 7 pm. $99/cpl adv dinner and dance; after 9 pm $59 party only. Sweet Cheeks Bar & Grill, 1195 Meyerside, Mississauga. 416-944-9221, www.happyhedonist.com.

HARD ROCK CAFE Blues rockers Paul James Band play, regular menu, favours, no cover. Club 279 hosts live to air on Q107 FM with John Scholes & DJ Shagasaurus. Club 279 only after 9 pm $25. 279 Yonge. 416-362-3636.

heads or tails Classic metal band Anvil plays for revellers. 9 pm. $10. 847 Browns Line. 416-253-0037, www.heads-or-tails.net.

healey's 14-year-old Jimmy Bowskill and band play the blues for partiers. $40, cpl $50. Hors d'oeuvres and bubbly at midnight. 178 Bathurst. 416-703-5882.

holy joe's Fetish Masquerade with DJ Lazarus. 9 pm. $25 adv. 651 Queen W. 416-504-0744.

horseshoe The Sadies bring in 2005. Two sets: 11:30 pm & 1:30 am. $17.50 adv. 370 Queen W. Tickets 416-870-8000.

hugh's room Four-course meal, comp champagne, favours and music by Chris Whiteley, Jesse Whiteley, Diane Braithwaite and more. $85. 2261 Dundas W. 416-531-6604.

indulge Open bar, hors d'oeuvres, DJ, dancing and door prizes. 9 pm. $100. Arcadian Court, 401 Bay, 51st floor. 416-368-4203. www.infoindulgenewyear.com.

kathedral Fetish Masquerade with DJ Lazarus. 9 pm. $25 adv. 651 Queen W. 416-504-0744.

loose moose Oscar-themed party with DJ, karaoke, mock celebrities and more. Prizes, party favours and a glass of champagne. 9 pm. $25, cpl $40. 146 Queen W. 416-977-8840. www.theloosemoose.ca.

lot 16 Knotty Knights New Year's party w/ DJ Triple-X playing 60s trip-out, 70s K-Tel hits, 80s classic new wave, current indie songs and crazy-ass covers. Champagne toast and munchies included. 10 pm. No cover. 1136 Queen W. 416-531-6556, www.themarsbar. com.

lula lounge Three-course Latin fusion menu, Brazilian bossa nova band Mistura Fina, beginner salsa lesson and dancing to Caché with a glass of bubbly at midnight. $125 per person. 1585 Dundas W. 416-588-0307, www.lula.ca.

madison New Year's Eve bash and feast with hors d'oeuvres, buffet, dessert, live entertainment and dancing. Reserved seating $55, bar or rail seats $35, free general adm. 14 Madison. 416-927-1722.

mariposa cruise lines Start 2005 adrift on Lake Ontario. Board 7:30 pm and cruise to 1 am. $115 includes dinner, party favours and glass of champagne. 416-203-0178, www. mariposacruises.com.

medieval times Early package includes two- hour dinner and show, cheering banner, dungeon pass and gift for kids, 5:30 pm. $59.95, child $41.95. Late sitting includes pre-show hors d'oeuvres, dinner, wine, favours, champagne toast, dancing to DJ, karaoke, continental breakfast, 9 pm. $99.95, $41.95 child. Exhibition Place, Dufferin Gate. 416-260-1234.

mercer union Dirtier New Year's Eve Party with DJs Ayres & Cosmo Baker, SuperPeakNick, the Dukes, Didi 7 and DJ dmt. Champagne, unclean thoughts, smudged lipstick, sloppy kisses, tarnished reputations, dirty martinis are the theme. 10 pm. $35-$40, adv $25. 99 Sudbury . 416-536-1519, www. mercerunion. org.

Mezzetta Dinner, dessert and music by jazz pianist David Virelles. Two seatings 7:30 and 9:30 pm. $30. 681 St Clair W. Reservations 416-658-5687.

Montreal bistro The Jim Galloway Trio with Ian Bargh and Rosemary Galloway ring in 2004. Dinner 7 pm. $95. Reservations. 65 Sherbourne. 416-363-0179.

new year's eve dinner dance cruise Toronto's skyline provides the backdrop for this evening including buffet dinner, DJ, dancing, cash bar, party favours and midnight toast. 8 pm boarding. $115. 416-777-5777. Reservations. www.torontoharbour.com.

no regrets Karaoke w/ David Cooper and Sexi MC, Josh Werner, DJ Marko Katic, Adam Marshall, Task, Eliot Lazor, Dave Cooper and MC G Party, visuals by Wabi. 9 pm. $15 by email $20 at Kops, Blackmarket Records, door. Venue behind 219 Dufferin. terra@minimal.ca.

 O   Opera house Leather and Bear NYE 05 party with DJ John Lepage, musclemen dancers and more. Free shuttle bus from Zelda's (542 Church) 10 pm to 5 am. $25 adv, more at door. 753 Queen E. www.beefdip.com.

ORbit room Matinee Slim and the Ultra Light Orchestra heat up this party. Bubbly at midnight, appetizers and tooters. 9 pm-3 am. $25. 580A College. 416-535-0613.

ORIGINAL'S Carmella Long performs. 10 pm. $10 includes party favours and champagne toast. 1660 Bayview. 416-481-0371.

papi's lounge Leather and denim glamorous life party. $20, $15 for groups of 5 or more. 459 Church. 416-968-7274.

pauper's pub Enjoy a fun New Year's party with DJ, midnight munchies and toast. $5. 539 Bloor W. 416-530-1331.

pavilion royale Enjoy a gourmet meal, live music by Two B One, favours, champagne toast and DJ dancing. $80. 5165 Dixie. 905-624-4009 ext 21.

people's party Ol' Skool, hiphop, R&B, reggae and soca dance. $5 for first 50 people, $10 after. 10 pm. Flava Caribbean Restaurant, 606 Yonge. 416-692-1249, 647-893-7326.

philthy mcnasty's Mardi Gras Party includes free beads, noisemakers, favours, midnight toast and snacks. $30, adv $25. 130 Eglinton E. 416-482-2273.

RANCHO RELAXO LAMF (Mickey DeSadist and Teenage Head members) present a tribute to the New York Dolls and Johnny Thunder. 10 pm. $12, adv $10. 300 College. 416-920-0366.

Raq 'n waq billiard lounge DJ Donovan spins, free pool, champagne toast and hors d'oeuvres. Adv $20, $25. 739 Queen W. 416-504-9120.

REggae winter sunsplash Kaya performs, DJ, dub poets and Caribbean cuisine. 8 pm. $40, $30 adv. Casablanca, 22 Haymarket. 416-741-3430, 905-962-0393, kayatribute@yahoo.ca.

reservoir Tyler Yarema, Janice Hagan and Tory Cassis play swing, jump blues and boogie-woogie. Dinner 7 pm, show 9:15 pm, $95. Show only from 10 pm, $32. 52 Wellington E. 416-955-0887.

Reverb Fetish Masquerade with DJ Lazarus. 9 pm. $25 adv. 651 Queen W. 416-504-0744.

REX HOTEL Grooveyard with Lester McLean, Michael Occhipinti, Paul Neufeld play funk, soul and R&B, finger foods and comp bubbly. 9:30 pm. $39.95. 194 Queen W. 416-598-2475.

RIVOLI Urban Bazaar 2005, sword swallowers, contortionists, bodypainters, DJ Jedi, Magneta Lane, Sticky Rice and lots more at this urban chic affair. $40 adv, more at door. 334 Queen W. 416-596-1908, www.transformrecords. com.

roxy blu Huge house party with DJ Winston Thompson, Gadget, Peter & Tyrone, Alvaro G, Kevin Jazzy J, Dale Arsenault, percussionists Juan Carlos, Ifree & Michael, saxophone by Miles and more. 8 pm. $45, adv $25-$35. 12 Brant. 416-504-3222, www.49st.com.

Savage garden DJs Human Clone, Prospero and Pale Retro spin industrial, EBM, trance and alternative. 9 pm to 4 am. $7. 550 Queen W. 416-504-2178.

SCRUFFY MURPHY'S west Haight Ashbury gets everyone up and grooving. Three-course dinner. $45. 225 the East Mall. 416-231-9411.

shmooze Chocolate fountains, hors d'oeuvres, favours, welcome champagne, DJ and dancing 9 pm to 3 am. $60. 16 Mercer. 416-341-6777.

SILVER DOLLAR Doc Maclean opening for Downchild Blues Band. 8 pm. Show only $35, adv $30; dinner and show $55. 486 Spadina. Reservations 416-763-9139, www.silverdollarroom.com.

smiling buddha bar Nurse plays covers, originals and rock & roll. 10 pm. No cover. 961 College. 416-516-2531.

smiling jack's Off the Edge entertain. $35 with dinner, favours and bubbly; party only $10. 3482 Lawrence E. 416-439-0100.

sneaky dee's Murder Squad TO, the G-Men, Hands of Death, Squalor, Random Killing, Pantychrist, Saigon Distress and DJ Jack spinning punk and hardcore. 9 pm. $5. 431 College. 416-603-9335.

spin gallery In ThE MiDdLe Productions throw a party w/ hiphop, reggae, house and top 40, open bar, snacks, contests and prizes. 10 pm. Adv $80, more at door. Spin Gallery, 1100 Queen W. 416-414-2466, newyearseve2005@hotmail.com.

steam whistle brewing Dress to impress and dance under a giant disco ball with DJ Jet. Comp bubbly, appetizers and surprises. 9:30 pm. $50. 255 Bremner. 416-362-2337 ext 249, nye@steamwhistle.ca.

still lounge Enjoy a buffet dinner while Bill Norman Quartet entertain. 10:30 pm. $25 incl buffet and midnight toast. 458 Queen W. 416-703-6532.

sutra tiki lounge Retro 80s New Year's bash w/ DJ Triplet. $65, adv $55. 10 pm. 612 College, 416-537-8755.

swing ball Alex Pangman and Terra Hazelton play for dancers. Champagne, favours and beginner's lesson (8 pm). Dance 9:30 pm. $35. Argonaut Rowing Club, 1225 Lakeshore Blvd W. 416-537-3337, http://odd-socks.org.

1050 chum Rock 'n roll oldies new year's The Fabulous Backbeats, DJ Steve Wilson, Amy Gaudaur, Route 66 dancer and comedian Joey Vance, hosted by Roger Ashby. 7 pm. $125 includes reception, three-course dinner, midnight toast and favours. Delta Toronto East, 2035 Kennedy. 416-699-4238, sandygrahamproductions@bellnet.ca.

tequila lounge Besharam (Shameless) party with DJ Amita spinning Bollywood, bhangra, R&B, chutney and reggae. Complimentary favours, midnight toast, dance performances, snacks and more. 9 pm. $30, adv $25. 794 Bathurst. 416-388-0784, www.besharam.ca.

thymeless Doing It To Death party w/ most of of the Creeping Nobodies, No Dynamics, MC Nick Flanagan, DJs Wes Allen, Daniel Vila and bubbly at midnight. $5. 355 College. 416-928-0556.

TOP O' THE SENATOR Jazz outfit the John Alcorn Quintet play. Dinner/show packages $150 from 8:30 pm; show only $30 after 10 pm. 249 Victoria. 416-364-7517.

trane studio Radio Nomad and Alana Bridgewater. 8 pm. $15. 964 Bathurst. 416-913-8197.

tranzac New Year's party with the Silt, Michael J and others. 292 Brunswick. 416-923-8137.

21st Anniversary new year's eve Private semi-formal party including a DJ, cash bar, party favours and champagne. 8 pm. $35. Toronto Airport Quality Suites, 262 Carlingview. 416-488-5838.

25 dates.com Singles bash includes psychics, tarot card, crystal ball readers, hors d'oeuvres buffet, comp toast, DJ and dancing. 8 pm. $60. The Great Hall, 1087 Queen W, www.25 dates.com.

zvook: 2005 Sumkidz and Evolve celebrate with live music by Contact, King Sunshine, Intergalactic Faerie Funk and Telefunk Soundsystem alongside DJs Chocolate, Task, Dickard & Bobert, LeeLee Mishi, Rollin Cash, Splee3Kebo, Buck Lee, MC Uncle Dropsi and Siren Plus. 10 pm to 7 am. Adv $30, more at the door. El Mocambo upstairs, 464 Spadina. www.knowledgebass.com.

All Ages

christmas in the park Tour the picturesque Colborne Lodge cottage decorated for the sason. Seasonal beverage and treat included. Colborne Lodge Drive, north of the Queensway. Noon to 3 pm. $5.50, srs/stu $4, child $3.50. 416-392-6916, www.toronto.ca/culture/calendar.htm.

nathan phillips square Citytv hosts the annual outdoor alcohol-free celebration for everyone. Hosts Gord Martineau, Liz West, Dwight Drummond, Jee-Yun Lee, Jennifer Valentyne and Cory Kimm look back in this retrospective 20th anniversary show. Glass Tiger, Keisha Chanté, Matt Dusk and Not by Choice entertain. Live to air broadcast on CHUM FM 104.5 Free. 9:30 pm, broadcast starts 11 pm. 100 Queen W. 416-338-0338, www. citytv. com.

first night toronto This three-day family-oriented, alcohol-free multicultural festival features over 100 performances of dance, music, theatre, magic, comedy and a skating rink. Dec 29-30, 1 pm to 8 pm; Dec 31, 2 pm to midnight. Jim Cuddy Band performs Dec 30 at 8:30 pm, Festival Stage, Trinity Square. $13.50 adv, $15 at gate, under three free. Distillery District, 55 Mill, Front E and Parliament. Tickets 416-870-8000, www.firstnighttoronto.ca.

harbourfront skating rink Glide to great music while gazing out over the lake on a starry night. 10 am to 11 pm. Skate rental available. Free. 235 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4866, www.harbourfrontcentre.com.

hogmanay at Gibson house Explore Scottish traditions with upbeat music, holiday foods and a visit from the first-footer. Reservations required. 12:30-2:30 pm or 3:30-5:30 pm. $10, 12 and under $7.50. 5172 Yonge. 416-395-7432.

new year' s eve mass St Michael's Cathedral offers a spiritual celebration. Vigil mass 5 pm, holy hour 11 pm, and midnight mass. 65 Bond. 416-364-0234.

rocky horror picture show Dress up in your underwear, yell at the screen and celebrate with the Excited Mental State cast shadowing the film. Comp snacks at midnight. $10. 506 Bloor W. 416-516-2330.

toronto zoo Family countdown celebration includes activities, entertainment by Dan The Music Man and Max & Ruby along with special animal visits. 6-9 pm. $9, srs $6, child $5. 361A Old Finch. 416-392-5900, www.torontozoo.com.

ZEN BUDDHIST TEMPLE Year-end service Kindling Light Of Wisdom Heart. 8 pm. $10 donation. All welcome. 297 College. 416-658-0137.

Dance Clubs

alieninflux/promise Harvest, AlienInFlux and Promise event organizers prepare a huge party with DJs Tyler TBone Stadius, Noah Pred, Eric Downer, Tim Patrick, Ian Guthrie, DMS, Chase, Chocolate, Strangeangel 23 and visuals by Blankfoto setting the mood for this all-night celebration. 10 pm. Funhaus, 526 Queen W. $30. Tickets via Mudshark, 619 Queen W; Play De Record 357A Yonge; Odyssey, 557 Queen W; Metropolis Records, 162 Spadina. alieninflux@harvestfestival.org.

boa-redux DJs David Morales, Demi, Tom Stephan, Chus & Ceballos, Sean Miller, Kenny Glasgow, Matt Coleridge, Nevio and more tba. Party from Friday 10 pm till early Sun. Tickets for one or more nights. $60 adv, more at door. 270 Spadina Ave. www.boa-redux.com.

c lounge Decadence 05. Champagne toast and favours. $30. 456 Wellington W. 416-260-9393, www.libertygroup.com.

club menage Party tunes at this nightclub spun by Wycliffe G and DJ Marky D, with heated rooftop patio. Dinner and club $75, club only (includes midnight toast and party favours) $50, adv $30-$40. 333 King W. 416-971-3332. www.clubmenage.ca.

club mystique Masquerade ball organized by the Sweetest Taboo, a safe, discreet group intimacy event for 21-to-35-year-olds. 10 pm. Request an invation via info@thesweetesttaboo. net.

cobalt lounge Easy Tiger New Year's w/ Brit/indie music. $10. 426 College. 416-923-4456, www.easytiger.ca.

court house Chum FM New Year's Eve party w/ Tayor Kay and DJ Thomas Hall. Best of the 80s, 90s and 00s. Dinner and party $125, club only $50. 567 Queen W. 416-504-1626, 416-870-8000, www.libertygroup.com.

Crystal room Crystal Ball party w/ DJ Jon Corbin spinning top 40, R&B. $50. 567 Queen W. 416-504-1626, www.libertygroup.com.

DOCKS Entertainment complex hosts 2K5 New Years. Advance $25, VIP $99. 11 Polson. 416-469-5655, www.thedocks.com.

down one lounge DJs BacknForth, SweetnLo, Don-ILL, Daydreamer, Twist spin hiphop, R&B, funk and soulful house. Hors d'oeuvres, midnight toast, prizes. $15. 49 Front E. 416-892-5785.

EL CONVENTO RICO Live show hosted by Miss El Convento Rico, Heaven Lee Hytes, hats, horns, hors d'oeuvres and champagne at midnight. 8 pm. $25, adv $22. 750 College. 416-588-7800.

5ive Gay college New Year's party w/ DJ Sumasian and Cajjmere Wray. Midnight show w/ Anastasia Beaver-Hausen and Malice Munroe. Students $10, non-students $15. Tickets at Priape, 565 Church, and 5ive, 5 St Joseph. 416-964-8685, www.5ivenightclub.com.

Fly Party all night with Sofonda, DJs Chris Cox and Stéfane Lippé from 9:30 pm until 10 am New Year's Day. VIP package includes line by-pass, VIP area, complimentary champagne and party favours. $40 at door till 5 am, adv $30-$35, $20 at door after 5 am. (Tickets at Priape, 465 Church.) 8 Gloucester. 416-925-6222.

GUVERNMENT/kool haus Magic theme in this entire complex playing house, trance, club classics, R&B, hiphop and old school with DJs Aristotle & Baby Yu, Mark Oliver, Dave White, James K and George William. 9 pm to 9 am. $40 early bird, $45 until Dec 28, $50 after, more at door. Bubbly at midnight, party favours, continental breakast, shuttle bus from Union Station. 1 Jarvis/132 Queens Quay E. 416-870-8000.

hush/underbar Jay Moore, Matt Gracie, Carl Allen and DJ Cariz spinning a variety of music. $50. 457 Richmond W. 416-366-4874.

JAde New Year's Eve Jam with Ill Kidz, Fully Loaded and host Rafer Alston. Finger food, balloon drop, champagne toast. $25. 655 Dixon. 416-994-9850, www.bmwpromo.com.

labyrinth lounge Postmod New Year's party. Dance to rock, hiphop, disco, dancehall, Vanessa Williams, crunkette, new romantic and all that jazz. Midnight toast. $5. 298 Brunswick. 416-925-7775.

lA nouvelle annee 2005 Paul E Lopes, Ali Black and Three spin for this celebration. 9:30 pm. $40, $30 adv. Tangier, 69 Bathurst. www.threethreethree.ca.

 O   LEE'S PALACE Vazaleen queer rock 'n' roll dance party with Will Munro, Lesbians on Ecstasy, Miss Barbrafisch and host Andrew Harwood. 9 pm. $10 adv. 529 Bloor W. 416-532-1598.

liberty grand Artifacts Room has DJs Ramy Vs David, Mike Curcio, Aubrey Richards spin club anthems, vocal house and tribal house. 9 pm. Governors Ballroom has DJ Jedi and Jr Flo spin house, 80s retro, old school, reggae, hiphop, 9 pm. Renaissance & Centennial Rooms offer dinner packages, 8 pm. $100. Club only $60.

lucid Seven parties in one night, counting down seven time zones while dancing to R&B, hiphop, reggae, soca, house and old school. Noisemakers, favours, champagne toast. $50 early bird. 126 John. 416-345-8243, 416-870-8000.

Mod club theatre DJs Mark Holmes and Bobbi Guy bring their British music to this New Year's ball. Appetizers, complimentary champagne, door prizes from 8:30 pm. Advance $45, day-of $60. Tickets at Vice, 383 Queen W; Soundscapes, 572 College. 722 College. 415-588-4663.

phoenix concert theatre Mix 99.9 FM live to air party w/ DJ Jeff C (main room) playing a party mix and DJ Griz (parlour) playing new rock. 9 pm. Midnight toast and favours. $30. 410 Sherbourne. 416-870-8000, 416-323-1251.

rockit Macabre, Throne Apart and Detsorgsekalf play. 9 pm. $20 adv. 120 Church. 416-306-9922. Tickets 416-872-1212.

swallow lounge Blowup shindig w/ Nassau & the Meligrove Band, DJs spinning indie beat, soul garage and rock & roll. Live bands at 8:30 pm, DJs from 10:30 pm. Buffet and midnight toast. $34, $22 adv. Swallow Lounge, 292 College. NYE@blowup.ca.

system soundbar DJs Sander Kleinenberg, Brad Copeland, Deko-Ze, Evil P and more spin at this festive gig. $tba. 117 Peter. 416-408-3996, www.systemsoundbar.com.

tangier La Nouvelle Année 2005 w/ Paul E Lopes, Ali Black and Three. $40, adv $30. 69 Bathurst. www.threethreethree.ca.

una mas DJs Felix & Gani, Jason Palma, Paul E Lopes and Mike Sitchon. 9 pm. Adv $25. 422 Adelaide W. 416-703-4862, www.milkaudio. com.

velvet underground DJs Jay & Terry spin alternative, retro, new rock and a little hiphop. Champagne toast and party favours. 9 pm. $20. 510 Queen W. 416-504-6688.

Restaurants

ALICE FAZOOLI'S Reservations until 9:30 pm, closing 10:30 pm. 294 Adelaide W. 416-979-1910.

BISTRo 990 This restaurant rings in 2005 with its regular menu at two seatings, 7, 8:30 pm. 990 Bay. 416-921-9990.

boiler house Grand buffet, jazz w/ Kevin Clark Quartet, favours, toast and balloon drop. 6 pm $75; 9 pm $85. Distillery District, 55 Mill. 416-203-2121.

bordello Enjoy a four-course Italian and Mediterranean-themed dinner, with dessert. Two seatings, 9 & 11:30 pm. $60. 603 Markham. 416-536-8383.

CN TOWER 360 Restaurant hosts dinner, then dancing at the Horizons bar. Special menu and à la carte selections. 301 Front W. 416-362-5411.

dhaba Special New Year's menu $29.95, or regular menu. 5 and 7:30 pm, closing 10:30 pm. 309 King W. 416-740-6622.

DUKE OF YORK Quagmyre plays from 9 pm, special New Year's menu for $36.95; favours and midnight toast, no cover for folks just looking for a drink. 39 Prince Arthur. 416-964-2441.

1832 Grand buffet, DJ spinning progressive house, dance, top 40. 7 pm, $75. Distillery District, 55 Mill. 416-203-2121.

FROG AND FIRKIN Karaoke, DJ, party favours, champagne, a few chef's specials and regular wine list. No cover. 4854 Yonge. 416-225-3764.

habitat lounge Treat yourself to dinner by exec chef Greg Couillard and music by Nick Holder. 8 pm. $100. 735 Queen W. Reserve 416-860-1551.

innocenti Dinner seatings at 6 & 8:30 pm, set menus for $50 and $60. 587 King W. 416-203-0551.

jov bistro The staff have chosen the best-of-Jov menu, and there's music by pianist Paul Weldon & Melissa Stylianou and trio. $195 dinner and show. 1701 Bayview. Reservations 416-322-0530.

KIT KAT Three seatings, at 6, 7:45 & 9:30 pm. 297 King W. 416-977-4461.

LE SAINT TROPEZ Elizabeth Shepherd entertains; New Year's menu after 8 pm. Andrée Bernard plays the Zazou Lounge, 315 King W. 416-591-3600.

LE Select Three-course dinner $55 (6 pm), four-course $75 after. 328 Queen W 416-596-6405.

meritage restaurant and wine bar New Year's Eve chef's choice from 5 pm. 469 Danforth, 416-461-7718.

mysteriously yours dinner theatre A Clue To Murder New Year's Eve mystery gala. Four-course dinner from 6:30 pm, interactive whodunit, DJ dancing until 2 am, champagne, dessert and party favours at midnight. $169. 2026 Yonge. 416-486-7469.

97 bistro Enjoy a live flamenco show, two dinner seatings and dance till the wee hours. $30 min. 97 Danforth. 416-778-0007.

old mill inn Early dinner 5 to 7:30 pm, $59. Gala includes champagne cocktail, gourmet dinner, dancing to the Kathleen Eyman Band, prizes and more. Black tie welcome. 8, 8:30 and 9 pm. $199. Home Smith Bar offers jazz, champagne and hors d'oeuvres from 8 pm, $49. Reservations 1-866-653-6455. 21 Old Mill. 416-236-2641.

paddock New Year's Eve menu with three-course prix fixe or à la carte. 178 Bathurst. 416-504-9997.

PAN ON THE DANFORTH Greek restaurant with Mediterranean flair offers a special New Year's Eve menu. 516 Danforth. 416-466-8158.

panorama Fabulous view, goumet dinner, DJ and dancing, midnight chocolate fountain. $95. 55 Bloor W, 51st floor. 416-967-0000.

PLANET HOLLYWOOD New Year's Eve party, regular menu, closing by 11:30 pm. 277 Front W. 416-596-7827.

pure spirits oyster house and grill New Year's Eve set menu, piano and vocalist entertain. 6 pm $75, 9 pm $85. Distillery District, 55 Mill. 416-203-2121.

QUEEN MOTHER Special New Year's Eve menu, 7 & 9 pm. 206 Queen W. 416-977-5082.

rosewater supper club Elegant five-course dinner, includes midnight toast and favours, 7 pm $150. A la carte menu 5:30 to 7 pm. DJ Katey and the Retro Jazz Revue. Club only after 11 pm, $25. 19 Toronto. Reserve 416-214-5888.

SASSAFRAZ Four-course à la carte menu, favours and champagne. Live band in the club or live jazz in the Bistro, $35 music only. 100 Cumberland. 416-964-2222.

Seven numbers Special menu plus dancing at this hot Italian restaurant from 9 pm. 343 Eglinton W. 416-322-5183.

Southern accent This Cajun restaurant offers its à la carte menu and some specials, then clears away the tables for a post-midnight party. 601 Markham. 416-536-3211.

tavola calda New Year's buffet from 7 to 11 pm. $45 includes champagne. Reservations recommended. 671 College. 416-536-8328.

Comedy

the cheaper new year's eve show The Devil's Advocates, the Williamson Playboys, Doug Morency, Paul Bates, Lisa Brooke, Christy Bruce, Andrew Currie, Albert Howell, Ayumi Iizuka and Sam Khalilieh end 2004 laughing. 8 pm, $20; 10:30 pm, $35 includes after-glow party with champagne, sweets table, DJ and dancing. 56 Blue Jays Way. 416-343-0011.

good's good, evil's bad Second City 's 56th satire and sketch revue. 8 pm show $76, 10:30 pm show $90. Dinner and show packages available. After-party includes favours, sweets, champagne, dancing and a countdown. 56 Blue Jays Way. 416-343-0011.

laugh resort Before heading out for the countdown, have some laughs with Adam Growe, Debra DiGiovanni and MC Simon Rakoff. 9 pm. $25. 370 King W. 416-364-5233.

massey hall's comedy extravaganza Stand-up and sketch artists Seán Cullen, Jessica Holmes, Daryn Jones, Laurie Elliott, the Frantics, the Inponderables, Ron Josol, Rob Ross and more provide the laughs. 8 pm. $39.50-$59.50. 178 Victoria. 416-872-4255, www.masseyhall.com.

YUK YUK'S downtown Gerry Dee, Darren Frost and Stewart Silver provide New Year's fun. Dinner (7 pm, preferred seating) $80; show only (9 pm) $45. 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425.

YUK YUK'S WEST Chris Quigley, Terry Clement and Wade McIlwain start off 2004 with lots of laughs. 7 pm dinner, show, preferred seating, $80; show only, $45, 9 pm. 5165 Dixie, Mississauga. 416-967-6425.

Theatre

countess maritza Hungarian operetta theatre by Imre Kalman. 8 pm. $35-$75. Gala package includes dinner (HotHouse Café, 35 Church), and post-performance dance with champagne toast at midnight. $145. Jane Mallett Theatre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723.