HEADS UP
This week will just focus on New Years as most businesses are out for the holidays. The Stoop will resume it’s usual Sun/Thurs night events drops next week while everyone is still on DND mode through the holidays.
Happy New Years!
THE MIDWEEK MOVE
If you're looking for a night that feels like a glitch in the simulation, Remnant Brewing is hosting a dual-location, zero-cover takeover that lets you choose your own reality. You can lean into the warm, crackling nostalgia of an all-vinyl disco set at one venue, or propel yourself into a chrome-plated, hyperpop-fueled tomorrow at the other, all culminating in a massive synchronized roar when the clocks hit midnight.
Tuesday, December 30th
New Year's Eve EVE Diva Party @ Remnant Satellite, Cambridge – Stop stressing about your Dec 31st plans and pull up a night early for the most unhinged pre-NYE celebration in the city where host Cassidy and DJ Mickey Grouse are serving a stadium-worthy soundtrack of everyone from Beyoncé to Chappell Roan and Charli XCX | $25–$50, 8pm–12am
THE STOOP’S PICKS
Skip the ticketed chaos and pull up for a straightforward, high-vibe New Year's Eve featuring their full menu and a collective Cava toast at midnight to officially ring in 2026 without a cover charge.
The Broadway taproom is transforming into a glowing wonderland of black lights and neon to usher in 2026. Grab your brightest attire and dance through the countdown with a secret midnight toast, games, glowing mocktails, and fresh brewery pours topped with optional glitter. Every ticket includes a raffle entry for an exclusive long sleeve and access to a late-night menu from Controne’s until 11 PM.
Wednesday (NYE), December 31st
First Street Market: Early Bird NYE @ First Street Market, Cambridge – Catch the vibe without the 2 AM crash at this high-energy afternoon rager featuring a massive confetti countdown at 5:45 PM and enough cocoa and cookies to keep your main character energy peaking well before dinner | $13, 5pm–6:30pm
Comfy AF NYE Party @ Upstairs at Bow, Somerville – Every single thing you need for a restorative New Year’s Eve is here, anchored by a "Comfy AF" dress code and a social layout that includes board games, free snacks, NA options and a resolution station to help you transition into 2026 without the typical NYE chaos | $13, 8pm–1am
NYE Party @ Tall Order Bar, Somerville – If your ideal vibe is a laid-back local hangout pull up to this Beacon Street spot for an all-night celebrations featuring a kitchen that stays open late, music that doesn't quit until 2 AM, and a midnight toast to ring in 2026 with your ticket included | $30, 8:00pm–2:00am
The Burren New Year’s Eve Party @ The Burren, Somerville – Take a walk to the legendary Davis Square staple for a night of live music featuring a headlining set by The Storrow Drivers and a collective champagne toast to ring in 2026 — heads up on the $25 cover for this night only | $25, 8pm-1am
Lamplighter's NYE Neon Party @ Lamplighter Broadway, Cambridge – Don your brightest neon attire for this immersive 21+ taproom takeover complete with glow sticks, black lights, and a secret midnight toast that keeps the energy high until the final celebration ends at 1 AM | $23, 8pm–1am
Live Music (The Rippers) NYE Bash @ Cantab Lounge, Cambridge – Ring in 2026 with a high-energy night of loud music and cold drinks as The Rippers take the stage at 9 PM to keep the party going straight into the New Year, complete with a free champagne toast at midnight for a night of no regrets | $15, 9pm–1am
NYE Celebration- 2 Parties, 1 Countdown @ Remnant Brewing & Satellite, Somerville/Cambridge – Two locations, two eras, no cover. Pick your vibe at this massive cross-city takeover where you can catch an all-vinyl throwback set at Satellite or blast into a neon-soaked hyperpop future at the brewery, all while hitting a collective midnight countdown with zero cover charge | FREE, 9:00pm–12:15am
NYE Cava Toast @ Barcelona Wine Bar, Cambridge – Sidestep the overpriced ticket traps and pull up for a straightforward, high-vibe New Year's Eve featuring their full menu and a collective Cava toast at midnight to officially ring in 2026 without a cover charge | FREE, 10pm-1am
Maccabee Bar New Year’s Eve Drag Show @ Noir, Cambridge – This is the play for anyone wanting a New Year's send-off that prioritizes glitz and laughter, offering a star-powered stage for the Ain’t Mitzahavin Troupe to work the room all the way to a celebratory midnight countdown at the Charles Hotel | $55, 10pm–1am
