Places to Ring in 2017 in San Angelo

SAN ANGELO, TX- One of the biggest celebratory party nights of the year is coming. As San Angeloans count down the second to 2017, many places will be hosting New Year’s Eve gatherings.

Food, live music, and champagne toasts are some things that can be expected at the places listed below.

Men with Hats Band New Year’s Eve Bash (Written by Holiday Bailey)

If you're looking for a New Years Eve night out, but not necessarily 'on the town,' meaning a little more laid back, with just as much fun, San Angelo's VFW is the place to be this Saturday.

Becky Stokes does the booking for the Men With Hats Band and said, "This will be their first time to play at the San Angelo VFW, and they're really looking forward to it. They've been together for about a year and half now, and, before that, they've each played in other bands."

As for their band's name, jokingly she said, "I guess they just all kind of put their thinking caps on and came up with the name."

Singer/songwriter Mark Hagood is the front man for this group and has been playing music for many years. He started as a musician in his early school years, but college and a job took precedence for awhile. Years later, inspired by Texas songwriter Robert Earl Keen, who he saw at a Willie Nelson Farm Aid concert, the musician decided to pick up his guitar once again and get serious about the music business. 

His first CD, "Out of Here," was released in 2010, which covered a variety of his own life experiences told in storyteller fashion. As stated on his website (click here), Hagood's general attitude is, "If ya can't be good--be HA--good." He is said to live life to the fullest and has the philosophy that "every day's a holiday and every night's a party."

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Above: Men With Hats at VFW Sweetwater, Texas play Memories to Burn

Stokes added, "Hagood has a couple of CDs out so they (the band) play a lot of his originals, and, as for their specific genre, it's often referred to as Outlaw Texas Traditional Original Country. They play some Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Robert Earl Keen, and have been known to even throw some Lynard Skynard in once in awhile. There's something for everybody, and their fans come in all ages and demographics." 

This Sweetwater based-band is comprised of Mark Wayne Hagood, lead vocals and guitar; Robert Allen, lead guitar; Doug Richburg, bass; Rex Mayfield, steel guitar; and Charlie Hertel, drums.

​So if you're ready to party, dance the night away, and listen to some good music, the VFW, located at 125 S Browning Street, is the place to be this Saturday. The event will start at 8 p.m. on New Years Eve, and the band will play on until breakfast is served, on site at midnight. The admission price of $25 includes favors and breakfast supplied by the VFW. 

The Turn

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Beginning at 8:30 p.m., the Zach Edwards Band will be performing at The Turn, 125 E. Concho Ave. A champagne toast will take place at midnight, with the kitchen closing at 11 p.m. Everyday menu items will be available for order until the kitchen closes at 11 p.m.

Ed Rivas, the owner of The Turn, said there will be a $10 cover charge. There will be a full bar available, with an assortment of drink options.

Rivas also explained that there will be a chalkboard menu with two different options. The first option is Bourbon New York strip steak served with roasted potatoes and vegetable of the day. The second option is honey garlic salmon with wild rice and the vegetable of the day.

Rivas said, “We’re new and I think the music, party and big spacious area [will] let people come and [be able] to have a good time.”

T. Gozney Thornton’s New Year’s Eve Party

To ring in the new Year, T. Gozney Thornton and the Old Hat Band will be performing at the Suez Shrine Temple, 2915 W. Loop 306. Thornton and the Old Hat Band play a mixture of classic country and his own collection of original songs.

The cover charge to enter this New Year’s Eve celebration is $30. This cover charge means that everything is all-inclusive, but the event is BYOB. Food will be served at midnight, celebrating the new year.

The Tilted Mug

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Of course, at The Tilted Mug, 3520 Knickerbocker Rd., there will be karaoke going on during one rocking New Year’s Eve celebration. There's no cover charge, and doors will open at 3 p.m. and close at 2 a.m. 

“Usually, when we do our karaoke, there is high energy," said owner Frank Zarauskas.

He added that there will be a champagne toast to ring in the new year, and attendees can enjoy a signature drink and a shot at the event. 

Additionally, party goers can ring in the new year in a safe environment, and for those who need a safe ride home, staff will take care of that.

“Come and enjoy our relaxed environment and courteous staff,” he said.

Warehouse 150

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DJ Brion will be performing live at Warehouse 150, 113 E. Concho Ave., during its New Year’s Eve celebration. Shots and beer bottle specials will also be available all night during hours of operation, 12 p.m. – 2 a.m.

John, at Warehouse 150 said, “When the ball drops, we will do a toast of free champagne.” 

People 21 years and up will be allowed to enter, and there will be no cover charge to join Warehouse 150 at its New Year’s Eve celebration.

John explained that Warehouse 150 has great drinks, a lot of energy and great deals for New Year’s Eve, and that is why San Angeloans should join staff there in celebrating the new year.

The Penny Tap House

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Join Manny Campos and Friends at The Penny Tap House, 2412 College Hills Blvd., beginning at 9:30 p.m. on Dec. 31.

A $10 cover charge will be present per person and $75 for a VIP Table. The table option features admission of four guests, a bottle of champagne and two appetizers. For reservations of a table, call (325)949-5161.

A champagne toast will be done at midnight to ring in the new year. Party favors will also be available when entering The Penny. The kitchen will also be open late, and $7 champagne cocktails will be served.

Swa-Gito

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Doors to Swa-Gito, 204 S. Chadbourne, open at 6 p.m. with a $12 cover of New Year’s Eve. Swa-Gito’s Facebook page said that there will be “drink specials and giveaways all night long including party favors for everyone.”

There will be three DJ’s under one roof. The DJ’s include DJ Stewie, DJ NRG, and DJ Xclusive. Like many other places listed above, Swa-Gito will have a champagne toast at midnight.

Desiree’s

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Desiree’s, 330 W. Washington Dr., will be having a Mardi Gras lace party to ring in 2017. There will be 50 percent off entry into Desiree’s if a Lace/Mardi Gras costume is being worn.

Specials during New Year’s Eve will be from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. A champagne toast will be held at midnight, as well as a balloon drop.

Shenanigans

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Join Shenanigans Sports Bar, 3250 Sherwood Way, for its New Year’s Eve party. Doors will open at 11 a.m., with a $5 cover charge per person, and close at 2 a.m. Live music featuring Jeska Bailey and the Platform Souls will be playing as the night goes on.

VIP tables are also available for reservations, but Shenanigans will need to know any reservations by tomorrow at noon. Shenanigans Facebook page said, “VIP includes a cover to get in the door, one appetizer per two people and a bottle of champagne per two people. It also reserves you a table.”

The pricing for VIP cover charges include:

• 2 people: $40
• 4 people: $70
• 6 people: $90
• 8 people: $110
• 10 people: $130
• Any higher parties, discuss with Shenanigans

The Concho Pearl Icehouse

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The Concho Pearl, 1605 S. Chadbourne, will be featuring a $21 dinner for New Year’s Eve.

The meal will include an Herb Crusted Rib Roast served with pork belly black eyed peas, and roasted veggies.

There will be running sparkling wine specials all night long. Live music will also be performed by EmJae Ross. He will be playing his blue inspired melodies from his original stories along with using his sultry and soulful voice to sing every cover song the people love.

Blaine’s Pub

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Blaine’s, 10 W. Harris Ave., will be open during regular hours of operation on New Year’s Eve, 7 a.m. – 2 a.m.

With a $10 cover, anyone can come see Dalton Domino perform live.

Blaine’s will be open on New Year’s Day at 12 p.m. See more on the Blaine's Pub San Angelo website where you can download their app for updates.

Fuentes

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The Fuentes Café Downtown, 101 S. Chadbourne St.,  will have its doors open for New Year’s Eve. There will be no cover charge to enter, but reservations are required, with a $5 reservation fee. With the reservation fee, customers are able to reserve a table and receive a bottle of champagne to do a toast with at midnight.

John Fuentes, the owner of Fuentes Café, explained that they will have three DJ’s performing from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. on New Year’s Eve. The DJ’s include Steven Gonzalez, Nikki Martinez and Rick Chavarria.

The regular Fuentes menu will be available to order while enjoying live music and awaiting the new year.

Reservation slots have already begun to fill up, call now to reserve the tables that are left. (325) 658-2430.

Angry Cactus

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The Angry Cactus, 311 W. Concho Ave., will be having a New Year’s Eve dinner to ring in 2017. This reservation only dinner will begin at 5 p.m. and end at 9 p.m.

On the Angry Cactus’ Facebook, it explains that the price for the meal will be $50 per person, and the time allocated for the dinner will be an hour and a half.

Reservations will be taken for this five-course dinner. To call for a spot, call (325) 703-6999

Appetizers include:

• Arancini Forestiere
  • Saffron fried rice ball with mozzarella fresh basil, toasted pine nets cherry tomato wild mushroom ragout
• Rocket Salad
  • Arugula, cranberry and Texas goat cheese raspberry drizzle and spiced almond brittle
• Intermezzo
  • Blueberry lavender ice Italian biscotti

Entrees include:

• Steak Au Poive
  • Pepper crusted beef tenderloin, Brandy cream, mashed potatoes and seasonal veggie
• Angry Duck
  • Seared duck breast with tarragon and bing cherry house multi-grain pilaf and seasonal vegetables
• Texas Lamb Chop
  • Grilled and served with chimichurri house multi-grain pilaf and seasonal vegetables

Desert includes:

• Chocolate Lava Cake
  • Amaretto Chantilly and strawberry compote