12.27.11 at 9:56 a.m.
Lauren Covington

Countown to New Year's Eve Live

Only four more days until New Year's Eve!

Celebrate at Houston’s official New Year’s Eve party, New Year’s Eve Live (formally Gloworama) on Saturday, December 31 at Discovery Green and the George R. Brown Convention Center. This family friendly event is free and will feature live performances from artists such as Delbert McClinton, Baby Jay and Chameleon; a 3-D light show and fireworks! Plus, the Illuminated Parade is back, showcasing fantastic illuminated sculptures on wheels. Live music performances will take place at Discovery Green, and the outdoor ice skating rink will be open for skating at $10 per person.
 
Food and drinks will be available throughout the park, while beer, wine and champagne will be available for purchase inside the Budlight Celebration Zone. For all the up-to-date information on Houston’s biggest New Year’s Eve party, like New Years Eve Live on Facebook or follow it on Twitter or check out the mobile guide.

Need a place to stay? Check out these hotels for packages:

 
Alden Hotel  832.200.8800
Courtyard by Marriott  832.366.1600
Crowne Plaza  713.739.8800
Doubletree  713.759.0202
Embassy Suites  713.739.9101
Four Seasons Hotel  713.650.1300
Hilton Americas  713.739.8000
Holiday Inn Express  713.652.9400
Hotel Icon  713.224.4266
Hyatt Regency  713.654.1234
Inn at the Ballpark  713.228.1520
Magnolia Hotel  713.221.0011
The Lancaster  712.228.9500

 

Or visit our restaurant guide to book your New Year's Eve dinner. 

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