New Year's Eve Planner: Music & Parties abound to welcome 2023
This Week in Gorge Entertainment
By Jim Drake
New Year’s Eve Planner
Here’s the list of shows happening on New Year’s Eve:
The Bargeway Pub will feature Zac Grooms and Al Hare on New Year’s Eve.
Bargeway Pub - Bargeway Pub in The Dalles presents live music with Zac Grooms and Al Hare, 7-10 p.m.
River City Saloon in Hood River - The Quick & Easy Boys w/ Crazy Pete, Doors open 8 p.m., cover charge
Granada Theater in The Dalles - A Night of Comedy, Video, Music, Dinner and Dancing (Early Evening Celebration), 7 p.m. Reservations at www.granadatheatrethedalles.com
Double Mountain in Hood River - Music with the Chicken S#!T Gamblers, no cover, 9 p.m.
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles - New Year’s Eve with Gunshy, 7 p.m.
Working Hands Beer in Hood River - Welcome 2023 with music from Kyle Glenn at 7:30 p.m., and Victor Johnson and Jeff Carrell at 10 p.m.
The Dalles Eagles - The New Year’s Party at The Dalles Eagles features rock and roll from the Rezound Band and a special Membership Drive event.
Tabby’s Hole in One - Tabby’s Hole in One Bar at the Hood River Golf Course presents the Live Wire Band for the New Year’s Eve Party.
The Ruins in Hood River - Welcome in the New Year with the big soul band Kris Deelane & The Hurt. Expect a Motown and Soul Revue extravaganza.
Tickets at: https://www.tickettomato.com/event/7847
Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Wash. - Mitch & The Melody Makers, 50’s and 60’s Rock and Roll Soul Dance Party. Doors at 7 p.m., music at 8:30 p.m.
Mitch & The Melody Makers
Last Stop Saloon - Last Stop Saloon in The Dalles presents live music with Jeff Minnick, 9 p.m. - midnight, and Champagne Toast.
Here are some other upcoming shows happening about the Gorge:
Gorge Speakeasy at Ruins
The Gorge Speakeasy Storytelling Event returns to The Ruins in Hood River on Wednesday, Jan. 4, starting at 6:30 p.m. “Gorge Speakeasy is a monthly event that fosters connection in the community through the practice of storytelling.” Donation at the door. Audience is 18+.
More info at: https://www.facebook.com/gorgespeakeasy/
Live Music at Zim’s
Zim’s Brau Haus in The Dalles presents live local music.
Friday, Dec. 30, Kenny and the Jeffs, 7 p.m.
TD Library Holiday Party Dec. 28
Wednesday, Dec. 28: Rescheduled Holiday Party at The Dalles Library, 10:30 a.m. Expect crafts, cookies and more.
Thursday, Dec. 29, Magic The Gathering, 4-6 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 30, Disney Princess and Prince Tea Party, 3-4 p.m.
Holiday Party at HR Library
The Hood River County Library Holiday Party is rescheduled for Thursday, Dec. 29, 3-5 p.m. in the children’s area. Expect games, crafts, treats, and a visit from Santa. Event happens weather permitting.
Live music at Working Hands Beer
L.A.M., a Soul, Blues and Jazz Duo will take the stage at Working Hands Beer on Dec. 30.
Working Hands Beer in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Friday, Dec. 30, Soul, Blues and Jazz Duo L.A.M., 7:30 p.m.
Kathryn Grimm at 64oz Taphouse
RESCHEDULED SHOW: 64oz Taphouse in Hood River presents NW Blues artist Kathryn Grimm on Wednesday, March 1, from 7-10 p.m. Critics say her album “Blues Tools,” is a “smart collection of twelve songs that directly exhibit her talents as a songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist.”
Live Music at White Buffalo
Coming up at the White Buffalo Wine Bar in Hood River:
Thursday, Dec. 29, NBC and Friends (Folk-rock), 6 p.m.
‘Horn Blows at Midnight’ screens at Granada
The Granada Theater in The Dalles presents “The Horn Blows at Midnight,” with Jack Benny on Friday, Dec. 30. The comedy classic tells the story of an angel trumpeter sent to earth to end the world on New Year’s Eve.
Visit www.granadatheatrethedalles.com for more information.
