New Year's Eve: Twenty places to dine and unwind

Blake Street Tavern, 2301 Blake Street, is hosting a party featuring all-you-can-drink wine, well and draft; and music from three DJ's. The kitchen will be open late-night and there will be a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Admission is $50 in advance and $75 at the door; call 303-675-0505 to learn more.

The Candlelight Tavern, 383 South Pearl Street, will light up the new year with a free party featuring drink specials all night; call 303-778-9530 for more details.

The Celtic Tavern, 1801 Blake Street, is toasting the new year early with a family-friendly celebration at 5 p.m. There will be a bag-pipped salute and live music from Juice of the Barley. Call 303-308-1795 for more information.

The Edge Restaurant & Bar, 1111 14th Street, is presenting its Futuristic Ball tonight. Admission includes late-night snacks, live music from a DJ and a balloon drop at midnight; call 303-389-3343 for details.

The Hyatt, 1750 Welton Street, is hosting a end-of-the-year party that includes an open bar, a buffet dinner and performances from the Nacho Men and Denver's Best Dueling Pianos. Tickets are $139; call 303-295-1234 for more information.

The Tavern Downtown, is hosting its annual Olive Drop, where a two-foot olive descends into an over-sized martini glass at midnight. Guests can also enjoy the fireworks display from the rooftop patio. Admission is $45; call 303-299-0100 for more information.

Check our calendar for the full listing, and be sure to be safe -- Happy 2013!

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