Hawai’i Island Places to ring in 2023…..
NYE Party with the Johnnie Ness Band
Blue Dragon Tavern
61-3616 Kawaihae Rd., Kamuela
Watch the Hilo-based Johnnie Ness Band play a mix of rock and funk with tunes from Santana, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more. Includes a champagne toast at midnight. Show starts at 9 p.m., Dec. 31. $30. Tickets.
New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet
Hawaii Calls Restaurant at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa
69-275 Waikoloa Beach Dr., Waikoloa
Enjoy a menu featuring holiday favorites, plus build your own raw bowl, prime rib, tomato and crab bisque, sweets, and a holiday toast, 5-9 p.m., Dec. 31. $180. Reservations.
Gertrude’s New Year’s Eve Party
Gertrude’s Jazz Bar
75-5699 Alii Drive, Kailua-Kona
Watch two bands perform: Off Da Cuff and Lucky Tongue, 7 p.m.-12 a.m., Dec. 31. $80 Advance, $100 at the door. Tickets.
New Year’s Party AulHive
Hawaiian Sanctuary
13-3194 Pahoa Kalapana Rd., Pahoa
Vegan grinds, DJs, prize drawing, silent disco and a ball drop, 6 p.m.-2 a.m., Dec. 31. $20-$45. Tickets.
Snuggling into 2023
Hawaii Eco Treat
13-2060 Lolia Pl, Pahoa
Bring out your inner child with a series of unique events — water play, hot tub, ecstatic dance and more — meant to foster connection, 2 p.m.-10 a.m., Dec.31. Dinner is included. $77-88. Tickets.
New Year’s Eve Music Bash
Sage Sounds Musician’s Lounge
79-7401 Hawaii Belt Rd., Kealakekua
Local musicians Damon Williams, Kenny T, Shina Romero, Maka and Priscilla will perform. Pupus and champagne included, 7 p.m., Dec. 31. $75. Tickets.