XS nightclub goes wild at midnight
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The Bank
A front lounge surrounded by a wall of Cristal Champagne bottles is just a hint of what posh nightclub The Bank has in store for this year’s New Year’s Eve. Thanks to the central dance floor framed by tiered sections of VIP booths, you’re always the center of attention at this hot spot. Bellagio, 702-693-8300; lightgroup.com
Chateau
Ring in the New Year on the rooftops of Las Vegas at the new Chateau Nightclub & Gardens at Paris Las Vegas overlooking the Strip. Hosted by Kourtney Kardashian and Scott Disick, the New Year’s Eve bash will be ablaze with dancing and eyecatching fireworks. Paris Las Vegas, 702-776-7777
Gallery
Toast good-bye to 2011 in style at the seductive Gallery Nightclub and its attached Pussycat Dolls Burlesque Saloon, with Peepshow star Holly Madison serving as the night’s hostess. This glamorous soirée will be all sequins and sparkle with a Vegas splash. Planet Hollywood Resort, 702-818-3700
Haze
Music superstars Usher, Ciara, Kelly Rowland, and Keri Hilson are stage regulars at this futuristic- styled club with cutting-edge technologies like interactive projection screens that span 100 square feet. DJ Tiësto and Nelly have appeared there on previous New Year’s Eves, so expect A-list talent to ring in 2012. Aria, 702-693-8300; lightgroup.com
Marquee
Cue the flashing lights, pulsing music, and ornate rooms: The world-famous Kaskade will be spinning at Marquee, one of the hottest house music clubs in Las Vegas. Marquee’s late-night bashes embody the new and bold direction of Las Vegas nightlife. The Cosmopolitan, 702-333- 9000
Pure
Some of the most famous local New Year’s parties have gone down at the white-hot Pure. Just ask past hosts such as Britney Spears: The multiroom venue with a stunning view of the Strip makes this dream locale a favorite for watching the fireworks. Caesars Palace, 702-731-7873
Rain
Rain’s usual debauchery will no doubt be scorching again when the Palms’ largest nightlife venue rings in a new year. Famed for its aerialists and fireballs overhead, partygoers know only that they’ll get a one-of-a-kind night. Plus, Paul Oakenfold performs his final Perfecto on the 31st. Palms Casino Resort, 702-942- 6832
Surrender
Surrender your New Year’s Eve to Grammy winner will.i.am. The Black Eyed Peas’ frontman and producer promises to unleash a unique DJ set that feeds off of the audience’s energy and delivers a musical spectacle. Encore, 702-770-7300; surrendernightclub.com
Tao
Revel in the New Year euphoria at the luxurious Tao Nightclub, hosted by the newly single reality-television siren Kim Kardashian. Its vaguely religious vibe makes this a fitting spot to celebrate new beginnings. The Venetian, 702-388-8588
Vanity
Hard Rock’s glossy and fabulous nightspot boasts a see-and-be-seen crowd. Gleaming mirror accents, marble bars, and a sunken dance floor show off this hub of celebrity appearances and star DJs. Expect an all-nighter. Hard Rock Hotel, 702-693-5000; vanitylv.com
XS
The beautiful club inside Encore has made a name for itself among DJs. This year, XS plays host to New Year’s Eve with good-looking heavyweight DJ Steve Angello. One third of Swedish House Mafia, Angello is a fitting host for this guaranteed blowout bash. Encore, 702-770-0097
