If you are looking to get out on New Year's Eve, we have your local rundown. From events that include fun with the family to dinner and dancing out, Cochrane Now has the list of the top places to say goodbye to the old and hello to 2018.

  •  Jaipur India Cuisine: Open from 4 pm to 9 pm serving a traditional Indian menu. A complimentary glass of sparkling wine will be offered to all guests. Reservations are recommended at 403-981-9988.
  •  Killarney's Family Pub: Starts at 6 pm, includes a 3-course meal, entertainment by Rob Skeet, and midnight glass of bubbly to bring in 2018. Tickets are $50 and can be bought in advance at Killarney's. Tickets may be available at the door but it's advised to buy in advance at 587-362-2552.
  • Half Hitch Brewing Company: NYE will feature 10 taps of Alberta brewed beer, hors-d'oeuvres, door prizes and party favours will be passed throughout the evening. Advanced tickets are $40 and $50 at the door. Doors open at nine and the DJ is helping with the ball drop countdown as you enjoy your complimentary bubbly.
  • Fence & Post: Starting at 7 pm tickets are available for a 5-course dining event. Tickets are either $110 (meal only) or $145 (meal and wine pairings) available via Eventbrite (taxes and gratuities included). All ticket types include a glass of bubbly and the ability to stay until midnight and hear Shane Statz perform.
  • Mehtab East Indian Cuisine: Largest all you can eat buffet of the year with over 32 items. Lunch ($16.95 adults) and dinner ($24.95 adults), reservations are advised at 403-851-0100 but walk-ins are always welcome.
  • The Canadian Brewhouse: NYE Party is $20/ticket which includes a pizza buffet, champagne toast at midnight, DJ, dancing, and a Free Wings Card. The Wings card gets you 1 free 1lb basket of wings every Wing-tastic Wednesday in 2018 with the purchase of 2 drinks. A Jenga tournament (must sign up before the night) will also be running and the winner of the tourney will get a bottle of Cristal.
  • The Texas Gate: NYE dinner sold out. Only a couple dozen dance tickets left at $15 each. Includes live music by the Renton Band followed by DJ Barbaro, champagne and midnight buffet.
  • Ducks on the Roof Sports Bar and Grill: No cover charge but option to purchase $20 ticket which includes 8oz steak/starter/side and entry for draws. All request DJ, prizes, party favours and champagne at midnight. Will be playing the Flames vs Hawks game as well as other sporting events. 
  • The Venue Bar and Grill: NYE extravaganza includes reserved seating beginning at 5:30 pm. The $40 ticket includes party favours, a four-course meal featuring two seafood appetizers/prime rib/dessert. Non-stop entertainment with Laurel and Jimmy performing from 5:30-7:30 pm, Comedian Lori Ferguson from 8-9 pm and entry for the NYE dance party. Doors open for the dance at 9 pm with Kelly T & The Puppets Band beginning at 9:30 pm. Tickets $15 and midnight festivities include champagne, raining balloons and confetti, midnight snacks. Tickets available at the Venue.
  • The Bavarian Inn (Bragg Creek): Beginning at 8 pm, tapas and canapés will be served throughout the evening. Happy hour drink prices all night and 25% off of wine. 50/50 raffle in support of rebuilding Banded Peak Playground. Tickets are $85 includes transportation within Bragg Creek, Redwood Meadows and Priddis, reservations are advised at 403-949-3611.
  • The Italian Farmhouse (Bragg Creek): Sold out may have a waitlist available.
  • Redwood House: It's a Potluck hosted by RMCA and BCCC at the Redwood House between 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The RMCA will provide buns, butter, juice, coffee and tea. Bring a dish such as salad, pasta dish, casserole, mashed potatoes and gravy, squares, cookies, cupcakes or a family favourite recipe. Fireworks at 8 pm.
  • Water Valley Saloon: Prime Rib dinner from 5-8 pm reservation only. Cat Country band starts at 9 - charge for the dance is $10 - includes party favours, champagne at midnight and a midnight buffet.