It’s New Year’s Eve and you’re in New York City–what do you do?
Well, the short answer is “ANYTHING!” But if you want to be in the heart of the city, but don’t want to have to deal with the insanity of the Times Square New Year’s Eve festivities, there are quite a few other very cool parties happening within shouting distance of the Ball Drop.
Here are five spots in Manhattan that should be jumping, in case you wanted to stay inside where it’s warm.