By Lisa Morgan
BB’s New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party is back for its 31st year, and, as we have come to expect, he and Hard Rock Hotel are pulling out all the stops. Last year’s event sold out with 3000 in attendance, so it is suggested to get your tickets as soon as possible.
Famous for his parties, this will definitely be the party everyone is talking about. The “mega party” will be spread throughout the hotel, incorporating the elaborate Grand Ball room and outdoor pool side area. There will be three floors and six rooms of entertainment, with heart pumping music from several DJs, including DJ RAY, James Gonzales, C3ASARE, /JF//Discord, Anwaar Himself, Aaron Cortes, Tommy O’Connor, Courtland Mariett, Nate Campbell and more. Food will be available at the hotel outlets, and there will be plenty of bars to accommodate everyone’s beverage needs as quickly as possible. The event will explode in celebration at midnight with balloon drops and video screens lighting up throughout, while everyone puts their provided party favors to optimum use. The party starts at 8:30 pm and goes until 2:00 am for all adults, 21 and over. Tickets are available in advance for $25 and can be purchased at www.partywithBB.com or can be purchased at the door the day of.
BB must have been born to bring people together, starting his career as a leader in social gatherings back in the 80’s when he and a few others founded BB O Brien’s Sports Bar. The night spot was a constant in desert nightlife. After its closure, Ingle began throwing special holiday/event parties earning him the Master of Events and the Godfather of Parties title that he has today. Why are BB’s parties always such a success? In a previous interview with CV Weekly, the desert’s own, “Master of Ceremonies” shared what he feels makes them work: “I’ve had a passion for gathering people together in celebration since I was a young boy. After 30 years of parties, I have a following of all ages, from 21 to 75. Many of our original party goers’ children now attend. So, I make sure to play all types of music in different rooms to keep everyone happy and having a good time. But what makes me feel like all the hard work is worth it is when someone comes up to me and says ‘BB thank you so much. If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t have met my soul mate. We met at your party and now we’re married and have kids’. That’s very rewarding and it’s happened close to a hundred times over the years.”
For all of the loyal party goers that attend BB’s events it doesn’t really matter where it is or what it’s for, they will be there. If you haven’t had the experience of attending one of these memorable bashes, then maybe you should start with this New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball. While masks are optional, it’s always more fun to wear one, and BB will be giving a prize for Best Female Mask and Best Male Mask. A good time is sure to be had by all in attendance.
As always with BB’s parties, a portion of the proceeds will benefit Pet Rescue Center.
Tickets available at the door 8 pm
Advanced tickets on line: www.partywithBB.com
For more information call BB at (760) 880-1059
Special Party Room Rates: (760) 325-9676 or www.hrhpalmsprings.com
Transportation provided by www.desertlimoservice.com
If you are ringing in the New Year in the beautiful Coachella Valley, here are a few other great places to enjoy fantastic food, entertainment and celebration.
Renaissance, Palm Springs:
New Year’s Salsa Party, hosted by Salsa Dancing in the Desert and People Who Dance
Adults $28, Children 3-17 $14, Upscale party-wear or formal.
Tickets can be purchased at www.peoplewhodance.net
Located at 888 Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs (760) 322-6000
Riviera, Palm Springs:
New Year’s Eve with Frank Sinatra Jr. with a spectacular 8 piece band. The beautiful Riviera hopes to evoke a magical evening of entertainment, dancing and culinary delights, including a four course dinner prepared by Executive Chef John Roberts and New Year’s party favors and a Champagne Toast at midnight. Doors will open at 7:30pm and prior to Frank Sinatra Jr.’s performance at 10:45pm, which will continue through midnight, the hotel will amuse guests with the Riviera Palm Spring’s favorite pianist and song man, Martin Ross. Call 760-778-6617 for reservations and special package rates.
BAR:
BAR is revisiting the prohibition era with a classic Hollywood, New Year’s Eve – think Marlene Dietrich or Marion Davies. Guests are encouraged to come dressed the part as there will be prizes for festive ensembles. DJ Abe will be playing an eclectic mix of exotica and classic noir sounds.
$10 Cover includes appetizers and a midnight champagne toast ($5 w/o food)
For those who miss the appetizers but are still hungry, attendees can order from the menu from 5pm til closing with $3 slices of pizza on special.
Located at 340 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 537-7337
Eureka!:
NO COVER CHARGE.
The New Year’s Eve celebration at Eureka! starts with an exclusive Beer and Champagne Edition of Steal The Glass. Live music by Patrick Mahon and Marty Lloyd will begin at 6 p.m. Bubblies from Piper Sonoma will “pop” and La Quinta Brewing’s Bourbon Barrel Aged Koffi Porter will be poured as the featured STG hops. On Wednesday, December 31, guests ordering a Piper Sonoma sparkling wine will receive a complimentary champagne flute and guests ordering La Quinta Brewing’s Bourbon Barrel Aged Koffi Porter will keep a branded pint glass from the local brewery.
On New Year’s Day, after a long night of partying, guests are invited to recover at Eureka! while enjoying hair of the dog beverage specials, handcrafted $5 Bloody Marys and $5 Mimosas all day long. Either cocktail choice accompanied by an All Day Breakfast Burrito is the cure to any hangover. Music will be provided from 6:30pm to 9:30pm by Lisa Lynn Morgan and Patrick Mahon.
Saguaro Hotel, Palm Springs:
A DJ will be spinning tunes in their El Jefe restaurant and lounge.
RSVPs are currently being taken for their tasting menu offered at their Tinto Restaurant. There will be 5pm, 6pm, 8pm and 9pm seatings that include a champagne toast.
Located at 1800 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs (760) 323-1711
Agua Caliente:
Local band, Machin. (featured at Coachella Music and Arts Festival and CV Music Award winners), will be performing live and FREE TO THE PUBLIC in The Lounge @ 8pm
Located at 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage (866) 923-7244
Cathedral Canyon Golf Club:
Live band, Whiskey Tango, and DJ Big John Miller will entertain at Kix Country Radio’s New Year’s Eve, Country Countdown. They’ll be celebrating in two time zones, eastern and pacific standard. Doors open at 6pm for dinner: $30-$35 includes buffet dinner, served with all the trimmings. Tickets can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com
Open to the public, FREE of charge after 9:30 pm (standing only).
Ace Hotel and Swim Club, Palm Springs:
Live music provided by Fool’s Gold, Deep Valley and Crystal Skulls along with Moon Block Party DJs will entertain you, starting at 8pm. Ticket prices range from $25-$30 and can be purchased through Ticketfly. They are located at 702 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs (760) 325-9900
Palm Canyon Road House:
Doors open at 8pm, entertainment from live band, Lucky Tongue, starts at 9pm. FREE TO THE PUBLIC. Champagne at midnight and breakfast buffet at 12:30 am.
Schmidy’s Tavern:
Achin’ for Bacon New Year’s Celebration presented by Sourdough Records.
They’ll be serving a whole roasted pig (while supplies last). Live bands: San Pedro El Cortez, Slipping Into Darkness, FACELIFT, Bluesome Gruesome and Project Mayhem.
$10 Cover and free raffle ticket to win a trip to Cancun, Mexico.
Vue Grille and Bar:
Celebrate from 5pm to 12am for $75 per person (tax and gratuity additional). The event provides a four course menu, complimentary champagne toast, 50% off select bottles of wine, live entertainment and dancing. For reservations, call (760) 834-3800
The Purple Room, Palm Springs:
Offering 3 seatings for a 3 course dinner and show.
5:30 with the Michael Holmes Trio $65
7:30 with the Gand Band $95
9:30 With the Gand Band and unlimited wine and bubbles $125
For reservations and questions call (760) 322-4422
The Purple Room is located at 190 East Palm Canyon Road, Palm Springs
The Hood Bar and Pizza:
No cover, but some of the best pizza and bacon and cheese covered tater tots in the valley. Entertainment: All Night Shoes and Synthetixx DJing
Hacienda Cantina & Beach Club:
Hacienda Cantina & Beach Club Celebrates New Year’s Eve with “Le Grand Fete” with Paul Nicholls and Justin David. After the extremely successful series of Palm Springs Pride Pool Parties, Paul Nicholls and Justin David will returned to Hacienda Cantina & Beach Club for a very special New Year’s Eve Celebration “Le Grande Fete”.
When the doors open at 8:00pm partygoers will be served tray passed hors d’oeuvres and the entertainment begins with sounds by DJ Blacklow and Aaron Elvis all night. Stripper Circus, the popular LGBTQ event which rakes in West Hollywood, San Diego, Las Vegas and now Palm Springs continues their carnival theme with lots of strong men on display and maybe even a bearded lady. True to its name “Le Grand Fete” will be a feast for the eyes transforming Stripper Circus in to Le Cirque Noir. At midnight they will feature the famous Gay Star New Year’s Countdown. $20 entry includes tray passed hors d’oeuvres served from 8pm to 10pm. For VIP Table reservations contact nicole@haciendacantina.com.
