Here's how to ring in 2016 across the Modesto region

Break out the bubbly and brush up on your “Auld Lang Syne” because New Year’s Eve is almost here.

Events across the Central Valley and foothills promise a fun-filled evening to usher in 2016. Whether you are looking for a fancy meal or family activity or adult entertainment, there should be an offering that appeals to you on Thursday, Dec. 31. Many include food, music, dancing and champagne toasts at midnight. Here is a sampling of events across the region.

Bear Valley Rockin’ New Year’s Eve

The party includes entrance to the all-ages Cathedral Lounge and 18-and-older Sky High for live music by the Megan Slankard Band and the Jeff Campbell Band. Admission includes light appetizers, drink tickets, balloon drop and fireworks show hosted by the Bear Valley Business Association. Music starts at 8 p.m. Bear Valley Lodge, 3 Bear Valley Road, Bear Valley. $55 includes park entrance; 12 and under $35. 209-753-2327.

Black Oak Casino New Year’s Eve party

San Francisco Bay Area R&B, funk and pop party band Ascension headlines the Black Oak Casino event. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Black Oak Casino, Willow Creek Lounge, 19400 Tuolumne Road N., Tuolumne. Free. 877-747-8777.

Black & White NYE 2016

Club Remix hosts a Black & White-themed New Year’s Eve party with black-and-white dress attire requested. Tables, bottles and limousine service can be reserved in advance. Starts at 8 p.m. TX Night Club, 16925 S. Harlan Road, Lathrop. $15-$25. 209-200-8521.

The Boardroom New Year’s Eve Hollywood masquerade party

Annual fancy dress masquerade party with music from DJ Sergio Solis and DJ Secret. Cocktail attire and masks strongly suggested. Starts 8 p.m. The Boardroom, 1528 J St., Modesto. $15 presale; $20 door. 209-409-8665.

Clarion Hotel Fire & Ice New Year’s Eve party

Annual Fire & Ice party at the Clarion Hotel features three party areas and a midnight sparkling wine toast. Music includes the classic rockers Johnny Rocket & the Thrust and R&B act Valley Rhythm. Packages include everything from dinner to overnight accommodations and breakfast the next morning. Starts at 9 p.m. Clarion Hotel, 1612 Sisk Road, Modesto. Packages $100, $169, $219 per couple; limited $25 individual tickets at the door. 209-521-1612.

Fat Cat New Year’s celebration

Sweat Functionz and Talk of the Town present a New Year’s celebration featuring a balloon drop and four DJs. Champagne bottles start at $20. Starts at 8 p.m. Fat Cat Music House and Lounge, 930 11th St., Modesto. $10 presale. 209-524-1400.

Galletto’s New Year’s Eve celebration

Enjoy a night with food stations, live music, DJ and complimentary glass of champagne. Starting at 5 p.m. Galletto Ristorante, 1101 J St., Modesto. $65 per adult for dinner stations; $30 for children ages 6-12; free for children younger than 6. 209-523-4500.

McHenry Bowl’s New Year’s Eve celebration

Bowling, champagne toast, party favors and more. Starts at 10 p.m. McHenry Bowl, 3700 McHenry Ave., Modesto. $80 per lane (up to six people). 209-571-2695.

NYE Remix 2016

This 21-and-over party will feature three themed rooms with over 13,000 square feet of party space. Local radio personality MoJoe Roberts hosts the festivities, which include the Napa Room (rock, Top 40 and country), Casino Room (gambling, Elvis impersonator and Las Vegas ambiance) and Winter Wonderland Room (dancing, hypnotist, comedy and bottle service). Starts at 7 p.m. DoubleTree Hotel, 1150 Ninth St., Modesto. Admission $60-$120; room packages $303-$453. 209-526-6000.

Palladium’s 2016 New Year’s Eve party

Party in 2016 with DJs Tony Piedra, Monster Mack, Boytek and UNIQU3. Festivities include a champagne toast at midnight, balloon drop in every room, confetti cannons, party favors and more. Starts at 8 p.m. Palladium Nightclub, 950 10th St., Modesto. $25 presale. 209-522-8899.

Ridgway’s New Year’s Eve

The 36th annual New Year’s celebration includes a dinner for two. Choices include a prime rib, salmon, chicken breast or rib eye with a glass of sparkling wine or sparkling cider to toast. Other meals also available. Lounge has karaoke and complimentary party favors, coffee and midnight sparkling wine toast. All day and evening. Ridgway’s Restaurant & Lounge, 2401 E. Orangeburg Ave., Modesto. $35 dinner for two. 209-576-1587.

Surla’s New Year’s Eve bash

Special New Year’s Eve prix fixe menu available. DJ Spexx begins at 10 p.m. Champagne toast and party favors at midnight for everyone. Starts at 6 p.m. Surla’s, 431 12th St., Modesto. Dinner $75 per person; $60 for vegetarian menu. 209-550-5555.

Tresetti’s New Year’s Eve dinner

Tresetti’s World Caffe offers a four-course prix fixe menu featuring an appetizer, soup or salad, main course and dessert with champagne toast at midnight. Starting at 5 p.m. Tresetti’s World Caffe, 927 11th St., Modesto. Dinner $60-$65 per person. 209-572-2990.

Yosemite Lanes family New Year’s Eve party

Bring the family out for an evening of bowling and fun. The celebration includes a sparkling apple cider toast, raffles and live music. Will also have an adult party later in the evening. Family 4-7 p.m.; adults 10 p.m.-1 p.m. Yosemite Lanes, 2301 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto. $65 per lane family party (up to six people); $80 per lane adult party (up to eight). 209-524-9161.

This story was originally published December 22, 2015 at 5:12 PM with the headline "Here's how to ring in 2016 across the Modesto region."