New Year's Eve Listings

Swisher Xtreme: Want to get hooked up with access to the hottest VIP events? Go to www.swisherxtreme.com and sign up now! Check out the muevete photo gallery for photos of past events, or click on sweeties and get to know the Swisherxtreme Sweetie of the month. Join us in selecting the next Swisherxtreme Sweetie! Muevete to the sound of Latin music. Ladies wear your baddest outfit and get ready to be selected. And guys, join us and shout for the hottest Latina. The winner gets $200 in cash. Sat., Dec. 31, www.swisherxtreme.com.

Tabu Nightclub. Fetish Factory NYE Party: This is a more intimate venue than the usual Fetish Factory venues. There will be 300 tickets for sale in advance at Fetish Factory for the discount price of $15. After those are gone, an additional 100 full-price tickets will be for sale at Fetish Factory and the door for $20. Remember, tickets are limited. So if you are serious about attending this event and dont want to miss out, stop by the store and pick up your tickets early. After all, this will be a very unique NYE celebration. Sat., Dec. 31. Tabu Nightclub, 2674 E Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, 954-566-6331.

Talula. Dine and Dance: Enjoy your New Years Eve with a meticulously prepared tasting menu prepared by Chefs Andrea & Frank and their culinary team. A complimentary champagne toast is included at midnight. The prix fixe menu includes hamachi ceviche, poached shrimp and Maine lobster risotto, braised short rib ravioli, pan roasted filet mignon, and chocolate opera cake and mango cheesecake for dessert. DJ Bill Kelly will keep you dancing, and an a la carte menu and champagne specials are also available. Call for reservations. Sat., Dec. 31. $85 per guest; a gratuity of 20% will be added to all checks this evening. 210 23rd St, Miami Beach, 305-672-0778.

Tantra. Delicious New Years Dinner: Tantra is personalizing your ultimate New Years Eve celebration. There is no cover or exorbitant fixed price for those dining. Dine as early as 6 p.m. or as late as 1 a.m. Diners choose their own seating time along with appetizers, entrées, and a la carte from the full menu, created by executive chef Sandee Birdsong. Dining, DJs, dancing, and drummers till dawn. Party favors at midnight and live feed from Times Square in New York. Sat., Dec. 31, 6 p.m. no cover. 1445 Pennsylvania Ave, Miami Beach, 305-672-4765.

Tapas y Tintos. Have a Time at Tapas y Tintos: Sit inside for $150, or sit outside for $100. Either way, youll enjoy fantastic live entertainment with two Latin bands. The sultry sounds of flamenco and salsa will waft through the air, as professional dancers set the tone for the evening. Make your reservations early. Feast on a special menu of tapas and other inspired dishes by Chef Justo, and of course, champagne for everyone at midnight! Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. www.tapasytintos.com. 448 Española Way, Miami Beach, 305-538-8272.

Tarpon Bend Fort Lauderdale: Possibly the citys most popular bar and eatery, Tarpon Bend is the place to party if you want to watch the Fort Lauderdale Ball Drop on Second Street. Outside, Atomic Tangerine plays live rock. Inside, Fuse will blow 2005 away. The regular menu will be served, and there is no cover downstairs. Upstairs, the bar will host an open bar party for $100. Sat., Dec. 31, Tarpon Bend, 200 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, 954-523-3233.

Teds Hideaway. New Years Party: Come have a beer and bring in the new year at this South Beach watering hole. Sat., Dec. 31. 124 2nd St, Miami Beach, 305-532-9869.

Tootsies Cabaret. Trip the Light Fantastic at Tootsies: Ten bucks will get you plenty at Tootsies great new location. Drink free all night long, and save your dollars for the ladies on stage. The party starts at 8 p.m. and goes all the way till 5 a.m. Sat., Dec. 31, 8 p.m. $10. 19839 NW 2nd Ave, North Miami, 305-651-5822.

Touch. A Night in Paris: Touch will be transforming the restaurant into a glamorous, turn of the century, European-inspired grand Parisian salon. Prepaid reservations are required — berets optional — for the four-course dinner prepared by executive chef Sean Brasel. You will be greeted with a glass of champagne upon arrival and there will be entertainment throughout the night, in addition to party favors and fabulous giveaways. If youve already eaten, join us for a special open bar from 9 p.m. to midnight. Sat., Dec. 31. $250 per person for dinner (excluding tax and service charge); $100 per person for open bar. 910 Lincoln Rd, South Beach, 305-532-8003, www.touchrestaurant.com.

Transit Lounge. Suenalo Sound System: Suenalo Sound System live at the Transit Lounge. Dont miss this party featuring one of Miamis funkiest bands along with a second stage outdoors party featuring live Rumba. The party will also include free buffet and champagne along with tons of drink specials throughout the night followed by a Krispy Kreme breakfast. Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. $25. www.suenalomusic.com. 729 SW 1st Ave, Miami, 305-377-4628.

Tropical Cigars. Celebrate with a Cigar: Join the private party for live entertainment, finger foods, and a champagne toast. Make your reservation by December 27. $50 per person. Sat., Dec. 31. 740 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, 305-673-3194.

Van Dyke Café. Jazz/Blues Chanteuse: Performing on the last night of 2005 will be Doris Spears and the Don Wilner Quartet, featuring guitarist Bob DeVos and drummer Rudy Petschauer. Sat., Dec. 31. 846 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, 305-534-3600.

Vix. Dom Perignon Champagne Wishes: For an arm and a leg you can enjoy a vintage champagne cocktail reception complete with a carefully crafted selection of hors doeuvres especially created for the occasion. The festivities will continue with a six-course seated dinner. VIXs Executive Chef James Wierzelewski and guest Chef de Cuisine, Pascal Tingaud of Dom Perignon, will prepare a vintage champagne-inspired dinner. Each course will be accompanied by a rare selection of vintage Dom Perignon champagne. Guests will also have exclusive VIP access to the New Years Eve party at the hotels poolside lounge, VUE. Sat., Dec. 31. $2006 per couple. 1144 Ocean Dr (Hotel Victor), Miami Beach, 305-779-8888, www.hotelvictorsouthbeach.com.

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Beautiful New Year: The 10th annual NYE celebration at Vizcaya will include a light buffet served from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., Flor de Cana premium spirit open bars throughout the night, and JP Chenet and Grands Chais de France premium wine open bars throughout the night. Live musical performances by Goia (formerly of Expose), Shannon (opening act), and closing act performances by bands Erotic Exotic and Secret Society at 12:30 a.m. And it wouldnt be a party without the countdown, champagne toast, and fireworks at midnight. Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. $150 general admission. 305-856-4866. 3251 S Miami Ave, Miami, 305-250-9133.

Volpe Liquors. Happy New Year from Volpe Liquors: Stock up your bar for your at-home holiday celebration at this South Beach store. Get top shelf brands at the best prices, beer, and wine. Dont forget to pick up a lottery ticket — 2006 could be your lucky year! Sat., Dec. 31, 8-midnight. 305-538-0809. 1631 Washington Ave, Miami Beach.

Voodoo Lounge. Get Down and Funky: A party for all tastes. House and dance music will be played in the main room. Hip-hop, old school, and R&B in the back club and on the deck. Top it all off with a champagne toast at midnight. Sat., Dec. 31, 9 p.m. $20. 111 SW 2nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, 954-522-0733.

Whitelaw Hotel. Wild at the Whitelaw 2006: Enjoy the same sweet deal at the five fabulous hotels owned by the South Beach Group. The Whitelaw Hotel has four- and five-night packages available, which include celebrity-style gift bags complete with a bottle of champagne, party favors, tickets for a champagne toast in the bar when the ball drops, a New Years Day hangover kit, and a CD featuring the top 15 tracks from 2005. At this New York-style New Years Eve bash, DJ Giovanni will be spinning house and hip-hop beats, so forget about spending exorbitant amounts of dough on club tickets, and party the night away at the Whitelaw. At midnight there will be a champagne toast followed by a kissing contest. The couple that kisses the longest will win a free nights stay. Admission to the party is free, but guests who lodge at the Whitelaw get some extra perks. Included with the package are complimentary service cocktails during happy hour, daily breakfast, airport shuttles to and from Miami International Airport, and VIP club passes for the most popular nightclubs in South Beach. Sat., Dec. 31. $250 a night. 305-398-7000. www.southbeachgroup.com/newyears/index. 808 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, 305-398-7010.

Wish at The Hotel. New Years Eve at Wish: New Years Eve 2005 at Wish offers diners a chance to sample an incredible multicourse menu created by executive chef Michael Bloise. Price per person for the first seating (between 6:30 and 7 p.m.) is $135 plus tax and gratuity (15 percent). Price per person for the second seating (between 8:30 and 9 p.m.) is $195. Each seating, which includes a split of Pop Pommery champagne per guest, will feature live jazz music. Guests will also have access to The Hotels new rooftop Spire Bar & Lounge and the pool deck bar, where they can enjoy rhythms provided by a DJ and breathtaking views of Miami Beachs fireworks display. Deposit and credit card guarantee required for reservation. A cash bar will be available. Valet and municipal parking available. For reservations, contact Joe Weis. Sat., Dec. 31. 801 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, 305-674-9474.

Zekes Roadhouse. An Affordable NYE: The most affordable spot for a beer on Lincoln Road refuses to up its prices for NYE. There will be no cover charge and the extensive selection of domestic and imported beers will remain a ridiculously cheap $3. Sat., Dec. 31. Free. 305-672-6290. 625 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, 305-672-3118.