New Year’s Eve is right around the corner, which means there are plenty of thrilling events planned for the takeoff of 2019. Live entertainment is a staple in Middle Tennessee, and several venues from Murfreesboro to Nashville have an overflow of concerts set for Dec. 31.

Where will you make your memories this New Year’s Eve?

Here in Murfreesboro, the Pyramid Foundation of Tennessee is prepping for its Shimmer and Shine party at the DoubleTree Hotel on Old Fort Parkway, featuring DJ Bombshell Boogie. Dapper suits and cocktail dresses are strongly encouraged. A portion of the proceeds will go  towards the fight against mental illness. Support a good cause!

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The Sugar Daddies will ring in a new year with a selection of classic rock, blues, country and more from throughout the years at Van’s, located at 2404 Halls Hill Pike.

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Lights out! Mayday Brewery is throwing a black light party this year. Expect a live DJ, a free pint, a dazzling array of black lights and a cup of champagne. Pre-sale tickets are $20.

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Hop Springs, a new brewery located at 6970 John Bragg Hwy., will celebrate the arrival of 2019 with Rolling Stones tribute act Music City Stones, along with Cole Allen and Greg Mangus. The evening will also include a prime rib dinner and beer; for tickets, visit hopspringstn.com/brewyearbash.

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The Boro Bar & Grill (1211 Greenland Dr.) presents its annual NYE celebration. Black-eyed peas and greens will be served all day on Jan. 1. No cover charge to see DJ Beatthief from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with a midnight countdown toast. Must be 21 or over.

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Jack Daniel’s Music City Midnight has a diverse lineup of performers on the bill, including Keith Urban, Peter Frampton, Judah & the Lion, Caitlyn Smith, Devon Gilfillian and the Fisk Jubilee Singers. Watch the fireworks splash against the skies and prepare for the Music Note Drop in Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park in downtown Nashville. It’ll be a free event worth every moment.

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Nashville also has a bounty of other great shows on Dec. 31. Catch Moon Taxi at Municipal Auditorium or Roots of a Rebellion at Exit/In. If Margaritaville is more fitting for your occasion, celebrate alongside Jimmy Buffett at Bridgestone Arena!

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This year, Mercy Lounge is housing a Y2K Madness bash on New Year’s Eve to relive the best music hits from the 2000s.

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Old Crow Medicine Show returns to the Ryman Auditorium for a two-night engagement Dec. 30–31.

Old Crow Medicine Show

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There’ll be more New Year’s Eve events popping up in the coming weeks, so keep an eye out and stay in touch with your favorite local venues, restaurants and businesses!

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