Need New Year's Eve plans? Check out these dinner deals, events in the Coachella Valley

It's almost time to ring in the new year, and the Coachella Valley has a number of fun ways for residents and visitors to welcome 2024.

From special multi-course dinners to parties to keep the night going well past the ball drop, you can celebrate the evening in style any which way you like.

Here's just some of the offerings available on New Year's Eve later this month.

Restaurant deals

King's Highway

Looking for a seafood-heavy celebration this NYE? Kick off this dinner at the Ace Hotel Palm Springs' restaurant with jumbo scallops served with sturgeon caviar, then choose between the luxurious wild mushroom risotto with shaved truffles, or the opulent ribeye with black tiger shrimp. Cap it all off with your choice of custard with champagne-infused berries or chocolate mousse with espresso and vanilla bean.

Address: 701 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

For more info or to make a reservation: Visit opentable.com

Vicky's of Santa Fe

Ring in the new year with dinner and a show at Vicky's of Santa Fe. You'll need to make a reservation for the main dining room (lounge seatings are sold out), but the bar room allows for walk-ins from 5 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. A regular dinner menu is served, along with chef specials.

Address: 45-100 Club Drive, Indian Wells

For more info or to make a reservation: www.vickysofsantafe.com

Lulu California Bistro

Lulu California Bistro in Palm Springs
Lulu California Bistro in Palm Springs

Lulu is known for its multi-course brunch offerings, and now it's going all-out for New Year's Eve, too. The holiday meal gives attendees a variety of soup, starter, entrée and dessert offerings from $89.99 (if eating between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m.) or $129.99 (if eating between 7:30 and 11 p.m.). Options include wild mushroom soup, avocado and crab meat tower, bacon-wrapped stuffed dates, rib eye, veal osso bucco, lobster pot pie, chocolate-hazelnut panna cotta and Kahlua tres leches.

Address: 200 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

For more info or to make a reservation: www.lulupalmsprings.com

Bellatrix

Up for a five-course meal? Bellatrix in Palm Desert has you covered. The menu includes lobster ceviche, 28-day dry-aged steak tartare, mafaldine truffles, tempura king crab legs or Japanese A-5 wagyu filet and brioche banana fosters. The dinner costs $165 per person or $300 per couple. Seating options are 5, 5:30, 6 or 7 p.m.

Address: 75-200 Classic Club Blvd., Palm Desert

For more info or to make a reservation: https://dinebellatrix.com

Wally's Desert Turtle

The patio of Wally's Desert Turtle in Rancho Mirage, Calif. on February 12, 2020
The patio of Wally's Desert Turtle in Rancho Mirage, Calif. on February 12, 2020

Wally's Desert Turtle in Rancho Mirage is offering two dining options for patrons on New Year's Eve. The first seating is available at 5 p.m., at $110 per person, and offers a three-course menu that includes a variety of soups and salads, sautéed dover sole, roasted pork tenderloin and baked Alaska. The second seating is available at 8:30 p.m., at $235 per person, and includes a six-course menu and party favors for the festivities.

Address: 71-775 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage

For more info or to make a reservation: www.wallysdesertturtle.com

CAVA at Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa

Is it too hard to pick just one appetizer, entrée or dessert? The Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa's CAVA restaurant is offering a holiday buffet to make sure patrons ring in 2024 with a full belly. The spread includes an international and domestic cheese and bread display; shellfish selection, a pasta station that will offer Bolognese and lobster ravioli, and other dinner selections, such as beef Wellington, hand-rolled sushi and roasted lamb. Children can dig into macaroni and cheese, chicken tenders and mini corn dogs, among others. The dessert selection boasts favorites like ice cream, crepes bananas foster and cheesecake. The buffet is available 4 to 9 p.m. and costs $101 per adult, $40 per child (ages 6 to 12) and free for children ages 5 and under.

Address: 44-400 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells

For more info or to make a reservation: Call 760-836-1276

Bar Cecil

Bar Cecil in Palm Springs.
Bar Cecil in Palm Springs.

Ring in the New Year with Bar Cecil's Asian-influenced, six-course menu with a 9 p.m. East Coast/Times Square salute. The event includes a welcome reception with drinks, canapés and tour de fruites de mer on the terrace, followed by a six-course menu featuring Regiis Ova osetra caviar, freshly-prepared dim sum, yuseng (raw wild salmon salad) and good fortune fruits granite in flavors inspired by locally-grown oranges, tangerines and pomegranate. The main course features five-spice roasted duck marinated overnight, served with wok-fried eggplant, green beans and longevity noodles. For dessert, enjoy housemade chocolate cake and mignardises, featuring custard tarts, sweet sesame balls and milk tea with boba.

Address: 1555 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

For more info or to make a reservation: lovececil@barcecil.com; $300 per person plus 22% gratuity, prepaid and non-refundable; https://barcecil.com

Kiki's

Looking for a meal served family style this NYE? Head to Kiki's in La Quinta for a five-course meal including focaccia, wagu beef carpaccio, black truffle pizza, Spanish prawn rigatoni, grilled dry aged ribeye, parmesan polenta, tiramisu and much more. The evening will feature dinner, dancing and a midnight toast. Want to just come for the party? Head to Kiki's after 9 p.m. to enjoy the dancefloor and bar.

Address: 46-660 Washington St., La Quinta

For more info or to make a reservation: Visit opentable.com or email reservations@kikislaquinta.com; $95 per person

Entertainment options

2nd Annual Celebrate CV

Lauren Alaina, shown here performing at Stagecoach country music festival on Sunday, April 28, 2019, will headline Celebrate CV on Dec. 30.
Lauren Alaina, shown here performing at Stagecoach country music festival on Sunday, April 28, 2019, will headline Celebrate CV on Dec. 30.

Looking for a free, unforgettable evening to ring in 2024? Head to Palm Desert on Dec. 30 (the day before New Year's Eve) for a night of family-friendly activites and a live musical performance by Lauren Alaina, runner-up on the 10th season of "American Idol." This event will include face painting, shuffle putt, street hockey, basketball shooting competitions, local gift card giveaways, food trucks, full-service bars and more. You can also enter to win year-long sports scholarships to the YMCA and several other prizes.

Address: The corner of San Pablo & Magnesia Falls in Palm Desert

For more info and to buy tickets: No tickets needed, free and open to the public from 3:30 to 9:30 p.m. Dec. 30

New Year’s Eve Party with The Dreamboats

Want to step back in time before heading into 2024? The dress code is "retro chic" for this NYE Party at The Westin, which is a celebration of the golden era led by headline performers The Dreamboats. Let the rhythm of the 50s and 60s set the tone for an evening of "Shake, Rattle, and Roll" and more classic hits. Lean into the infectious energy of these award-winning tunes paired with passed retro diner-style hors d’oeuvres from 9 to 10:30 p.m. Top it all off with a hula-hoop contest, champagne toast, party favors and balloon drop and you have an evening to remember.

Address: The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa, 71-333 Dinah Shore Drive, Rancho Mirage

For more info and to buy tickets: Tickets are $129 and can be purchase at www.westinranchomirageexperiences.com

Annual New Year's Eve Legacy Gala & Fundraiser 'Dancing Through the Decades'

Want to support a deserving local nonprofit this NYE? Ring in 2024 while supporting Brothers of the Desert at this annual gala. Head to the Margaritaville Grand Ballroom just north of downtown Palm Springs at 8 p.m. Sunday for an evening of food, live entertainment and more. Dance the night away with the Gennine Francis and to the beats of DJ Space, or kick back with a drink at your table. Want to get extra festive? Come dressed as your favorite era.

Address: Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs, 1600 N. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

For more info and to buy tickets: Tickets start at $175 and can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com.

NYE: Tacos & Turntables

Head to the Drift Palm Springs' bar, El Cielo, to bid adieu to 2023. Tickets include three tacos, one cocktail, a dance party hosted by DJ Journee, access to the photo booth to capture the memories and, and of course, stunning views of the San Jacinto Mountains. Event is 21+ only and runs from 9 p.m. Dec. 31 to 1 a.m. Jan. 1.

Address: Drift Palm Springs, 284 S. Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

For more info and to buy tickets: Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com

Agua Caliente Casinos

Eva Bangert of Winnipeg, Canada, dances with family during the annual New Years Eve block party at Agua Caliente Casino in Palm Springs, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022.
Eva Bangert of Winnipeg, Canada, dances with family during the annual New Years Eve block party at Agua Caliente Casino in Palm Springs, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022.

What's better than one New Year's Eve celebration? Three of them, all thanks to Agua Caliente Casinos. In Palm Springs, the annual block party is taking place with some Hollywood glitz and glam. Haute Chile and DJ ERINEIL will provide the entertainment and a special fireworks extravaganza. Advanced tickets cost $40 for general admission and $125 for VIP, while day-of tickets cost $50 for general admission and $150 for VIP. In Rancho Mirage, patrons can relive disco nights at the Studio '24 dance party, with entertainment from KC and The Sunshine Band and Zowie Bowie. Tickets to see KC & The Sunshine Band start at $55 and include entry to Zowie Bowie. Finally, Cathedral City will ring in the new year with flashing lights and high-energy music from DJ Alf Alpha. Festivities at all three locations begin at 8 p.m.

Address: Three Agua Caliente Casino locations: 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs; 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage; 68-960 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City

For more info and to buy tickets: Ticket prices vary and can be found at https://aguacalientecasinos.com

Oscar's Palm Springs

The courtyard area of Oscar's is seen in Palm Springs, Calif., Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022.
The courtyard area of Oscar's is seen in Palm Springs, Calif., Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022.

Celebrate the holiday with four vivacious queens at Oscar's Palm Springs. The Ball Drop event includes big laughs and fun times from Jackie Beat, Sherry Vine, Billy L’Amour and Candis Cayne. General admission and tables with buffet options are available, with shows at 6 and 9:30 p.m.

Address: Oscar's, 125 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs

For more info and to buy tickets: Tickets start at $99.95 and can be purchased at https://oscarspalmsprings.com

Purple Room Supper Club

Singer Rose Mallett had the audience on their feet.
Singer Rose Mallett had the audience on their feet.

Enjoy a little jazz before the clock strikes 12 at the Purple Room in Palm Springs. The famed venue will have two performances from jazz legend Rose Mallett at 5 and 7:30 p.m., followed by Sharon (Va Va Voom) Sills & Her Boys at 10 p.m. Tickets for Mallett's performances cost $99 and include a three-course dinner, while tickets for Sills cost $179 and include a three-course dinner, party favors and Champagne toast.

Address: Purple Room, 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

For more info and to buy tickets: Make your reservation at www.purpleroompalmsprings.com

Desert Sun employees Brian Blueskye and Niki Kottmann contributed to this report.

Ema Sasic covers entertainment and health in the Coachella Valley. Reach her at ema.sasic@desertsun.com or on Twitter @ema_sasic.

This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: 9 New Year's Eve events to check out in the Palm Springs area