ARLINGTON, VA — Where do you plan to ring in 2022? From extravagant galas to live music to cozy cocktail parties, there's something for everyone in Arlington this New Year's Eve.
Amid a surge in COVID-19 infections due to the fast-spreading omicron variant, some celebrations may be going virtual again even as 205 million Americans are fully vaccinated and more than 67 million have received booster doses — something health officials say is critical to protect yourself and others around you from the virus.
Still, there are likely to be more in-person celebrations this year, and if you're among those hoping to get out this New Year's Eve, here's a sampling of events happening right here in Arlington:
2021 New Years Eve Races Thursday, Dec. 30, 5 a.m. Glebe Road Park, 4211 North Old Glebe, Arlington Learn more.
Fifth Annual Wilson Wonderland New Year's Eve Friday, Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-Saturday, Jan. 1, 2 a.m Wilson Hardware, 2915 Wilson Blvd., Arlington Learn more.
New Year's Eve 2021 At Darna Restaurant & Lounge Saturday, Jan. 1, 3-7 a.m. Darna Restaurant & Lounge 946 North Jackson St., Arlington Purchase tickets.
NYE 2022 at Bar Bao! Friday, Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-Saturday, Jan. 1, 2 a.m Bar Bao, 3100 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington Purchase tickets.
NYE 2022 Friday, Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-Saturday, Jan. 1, 2 a.m TTT Clarendon, 2900 Wilson Blvd., Suite 103, Arlington Purchase tickets.
10th Annual NYE Casino Night Friday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m.-Saturday, Jan. 1, 3 a.m Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport, 2799 Richmond Highway, Arlington Purchase tickets.
Smokecraft's Fire & Ice New Year's Eve 2022 Friday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m.-Saturday, Jan. 1, 12 a.m. Smokecraft Modern Barbecue, 1051 North Highland St., Arlington Purchase tickets.
New Year's Eve with Uncle Jesse! — The Renegade Friday, Dec. 31, 10-11:59 p.m. The Renegade VA, Clarendon Boulevard PL-10, 3100 Washington Blvd., Arlington Learn more.
New Year's Eve Party at WHINO Friday, Dec. 31, 8-11 p.m. WHINO, 4238 Wilson Blvd., Second Floor, Arlington, VA Purchase tickets
NYE Bond Ball @Ballroom Friday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m.-Saturday, Jan. 1, 2 a.m Clarendon Ballroom, 3185 Wilson Blvd., Arlington Purchase tickets
East West New Years Eve Friday, Dec. 31, 7 p.m.-Saturday, Jan. 1, 4 a.m. East West Coffee Wine, 3101 Wilson Blvd., Arlington Purchase tickets
NYE Woven Green Soundscapes Friday, Dec. 31, 8-9:30 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church, 4444 Arlington Blvd., Arlington Purchase tickets
Despite this year's planned festivities, many Arlington residents may opt to stay home as the state experiences a surge in daily coronavirus cases thanks to the fast-spreading omicron variant.
The Virginia Department of Health reported 12,112 new positive cases of the coronavirus on Wednesday, a one-day record for the state since the start of the pandemic in March 2020.
Arlington Public Health recommends that people who feel sick to limit the number of trips outside the home.
The best way to protect yourself and prevent spreading COVID-19 is to be vaccinated and to receive a booster if you are eligible to do so. Wear a mask indoors when you are around others outside your home. In addition, test yourself if you have been exposed to COVID-19 or if you have the symptoms.
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