One Big Night. Three Great Parties.
at Aerie Restaurant
in Governors' Hall
at the Health Club
ROMANTIC NEW YEAR'S EVE DINNER
5:00pm-11:00pm
Aerie Restaurant
16th Floor of the Tower
Join us on the scenic 16th floor of our Tower for a romantic New Year's Eve dinner celebration, featuring a one-night-only New Year's Eve menu with wine pairings from our award-winning wine list. We will also be featuring live music by the Johnny P. Band. Seating in Aerie Restaurant for this special night is limited, so please book early, either online via OpenTable or by calling 231-534-6800.
New Year's Eve CELEBRATION
8:00pm-1:00Am
Governors' Hall
$99 per person
Featuring the Blue Water Kings Band
Ring in New Year’s Eve at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa! Our Midnight in the Mitten celebration honors Michigan agriculture with an 8-course strolling dinner and Michigan beverage pairing stations. Music from the Blue Water Kings helps you dance the night away as we lead up to the champagne toast at midnight. Party favors and a cash bar will also be available.
The party is open to guests and the public and takes place in the new Governors’ Hall, which will feature classic silver and black décor to kick off 2020 in style. Guests 18+ are welcome. Cash bars will be open throughout the night for those that are 21+. Coat check tips will be donated to the Father Fred Foundation.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Strolling dinner from 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Champagne toast and balloon drop at Midnight
Live music from 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.
To book a New Year's Eve Package with us, which includes a room stay and entrance to our New Yea's Eve Party, call 231-534-6000 or book online.
No discounts are available for this event.
KIDS' NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY
6:00pm-1:00am
Health Club / indoor water playground
Everyone in the family is covered during New Year's Eve the Resort! Our Kids' New Year's Eve Party is a great option for children ages 6-12 and includes a pizza party dinner, planned activities, programming, games, and a few HUGE surprises along with a kid-friendly toast at midnight! Registration is $50 per child and $35 for additional siblings. ($40 per child and $25 for additional siblings for Club Members). Advanced registration is required and closes at 5 p.m. December 21. NOTE to avoid a $20 cancellation fee, cancellations are required before December 28.
For Kids' New Year's Eve Party questions or to register, visit our Health Club or call 231-534-6770.
lICENSED DAYCARE AVAILABLE
6:00Pm-1:00am
cub house
We are offering childcare for ages 0-6 on New Year's Eve at the Cub House, our licensed on-site daycare facility. Registration is $10.00 per hour per child. Advance registration is required and closes at 5:00 p.m. on December 21. NOTE: You may cancel before December 28 to avoid a $20 cancel fee per child.
For daycare questions or to register, call 231-534-6780.
New Year's Eve at the Casino
Turtle Creek Casino
Ring in the new year with Turtle Creek Casino on Tuesday, December 31. They have an unforgettable evening lined up full of giveaways and entertainment. Attendees can dance 2019 away with The Daylites and top off the night with $2.00 glasses of champagne!
Plus, did we mention that you could be one of 70 winners who share $35,000 in cash during their prize patrol? To enter, just be playing your favorite slot machine or table game!
Leelanau Sands Casino
Start the new year with at totally rad '80s themed party Leelanau Sands Casino on Tuesday, December 31. It's going to be a night full of drawings and entertainment, including Phase 5 live in The Showroom. Plus, enjoy all your favorite New Years’ Eve essentials all night long including $2 champagne pours and complimentary party favors, while supplies last!
Want to win a share of $10,000 cash? Just be actively playing your favorite slot machine or table game and earn 10 new base points.
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