New Year’s Eve – Celebrations for all ages

[UPDATE, Dec. 23 – First Night Alexandria is canceled due to soaring Covid cases.]

Got New Year’s Eve plans yet? Here are some events in the Annandale/Mason District area or close by: 

NYE Pajama Party – The Block, 4221 John Marr Drive, Annandale, 10 p.m.-2 p.m. DJ, Champaign flutes, raffle. $20.22, supports nonprofit organizations. Wear your favorite comfy PJs. 

New Year’s Eve at JVs – Featuring Wicked Jezabel, JV’s Restaurant, 6666 Arlington Blvd., Falls Church. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 9. $50. Buy tickets here. 

NYE 80s Glow Party – Jammin Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., Vienna, 8 p.m. $30. Prizes for best 80s outfits and “name that tune contest.” $35, early admission $30. Order tickets in advance. 

New Year’s Eve Bash – B-Side, 8298 Glass Alley, Mosaic District, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. $100 ($75 for designated driver), includes drinks and food. 

Bowlero New Year’s Eve Party – Special bowling packages for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, Bowlero, 4245 Markham St., Annandale. Packages include unlimited bowling and shoes, signature menu, and Champagne (or sparling cider) toast. Reserve online. 

Noon Year’s Eve Kids’ Party – St. James sports complex, 6805 Industrial Road, Springfield, Dec. 31, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Magician, DJ, photo booth, face painting, ball drop at noon in the active entertainment center, Super, Awesome & Amazing. $37. Sign up online. 

First Night, City of Alexandria – Family-friendly New Year’s entertainment, various locations in Old Town, Dec. 31, noon-midnight. Dozens of music, dance, comedy, and kids’ performances. 

The annual Watch Night celebration on New Year’s Eve in Falls Church has been canceled due to Covid. 

And here’s something to do on New Year’s Day: 

First Hike Fairfax New Year’s Day Photo Contest – Submit photos taken Jan. 1-2 on any Fairfax County Park Authority trail. Prizes of up $100 will be awarded in several categories.