Following is a guest post from Andrea Mace, an organizer of the annual YPNYE, held Dec. 31 at the Hilton in downtown Madison.
In November 2013, I had a conversation with Regina McFarland, Chris Stark, Patrick Fosdick and Katie Gaynor, and we discussed how there’s nothing to do in Madison on New Year’s Eve. That led to “why can’t we throw the best New Year’s party Madison has ever seen? Hence, YPNYE was born. We sold out the inaugural event, which featured entertainment by DJ Aaron Jai and all-inclusive desserts and premium cocktails.
This year will feature a theme of Old Hollywood glam, so dress the part of your favorite silver screen legend. Tickets are $99 per person and can be purchased at ypnye.com or facebook.com/ypnye.
Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with red carpet photos. Fresh Madison Market will be providing desserts, and we’ll also have post-midnight snacks. Wirtz Beverage is providing the premium cocktails, wine and beer. DJ Aaron Jai will once again lead the entertainment.
Also worth noting is the champagne toast and a VIP lounge, which includes special craft cocktails and hors d’oeuvres for $135.
Saving the best for last: 100 percent of the profits from this event are donated to a local cause. This year we have selected Special Olympics Wisconsin and hope to present them with a sizable check after the event. See you at YPNYE!
