By HEIDI PRUITT

The Kokomo Post Staff

So long, 2021! Check out some local events happening in Kokomo and welcome 2022 with memories that will last a lifetime.

Noon Year’s Eve at the KHCPL

Kickoff the New Year early at the all locations of the Kokomo Howard County Public Library! Don’t let your kiddos miss all the fun, toddlers through fifth grade will able to enjoy games as well as balloon drop at noon!

When: 11:30 a.m. Dec. 31
Where: All Howard County Public Library Locations
Cost: Free

Countdown to Noon at Sweet Peas Play Cafe

Let the little ones stay up for a countdown to noon on New Year's Eve! They will enjoy bubbly juice, light refreshments, music and dancing! Finish off the "night" with a balloon drop.

Purchase tickets by visiting Sweetpeaskokomo.com

When: 9 a.m. Dec. 13
Where: Sweet Peas Play Cafe 1825 S Plate St Kokomo
Cost: $15 Per Child

New Year's Eve Party with Rodney Collins

*Photo Provided | The Kokomo Country Palace*

The Kokomo Country Palace welcomes back one of their favorite artists back to the stage for New Years! Enjoy music from Rodney Collins, champagne, party favors, dancing and a night full of fun!

When: 9:30 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: The Kokomo Country Palace 2011 N Market St Kokomo
Cost: $10 Admission

New Year's Eve at the Hi-Mark

Enjoy live music from a Hi-Mark Restaurant and Lounge favorite, Wunderlick, along with drink specials, and a night of fun to ring in the New Year!

When: 10 p.m. Dec. 31
Where: Hi-Mark Restaurant and Lounge 3840 S Lafountain St Kokomo

NYE at The Coterie with Davey & The Midnights!

The Coterie is the place to be on New Year's Eve. Are you ready? From drink specials, live music, a live DJ and more, this is going to be a night you’ll never forget.

Davey & The Midnights, will take you on a journey through the hills of rural Tennessee with their Americana roots jams.

When: 5 p.m. downstairs and 8 p.m. upstairs on Dec. 31
Where: The Coterie 107 W Sycamore St Kokomo
Cost: $10 Admission for Both Floors of The Coterie

United States Blues Band & Pressed in Black Live at American Dream HI FI

Start the first day of 2022 off on the right foot with the Grateful Dead tribute band, United States Blues Band, at American Dream Hi Fi!

Don’t miss this unforgettable event for all ages in downtown Kokomo!

When: 7 p.m. on Jan. 1
Where: American Dream Hi Fi 109 E Sycamore St Kokomo
Cost: $10 Cover, Cash Only

The Cosmic Situation: Live at The Coterie

The live music at The Coterie doesn’t stop just because 2021 is over! Well-know power trio, The Cosmic Situation, is taking the stage on January 1st for yet another night of friends, drinks, and fun.

When: 8 p.m. Jan. 1
Where: The Coterie 107 W Sycamore St Kokomo
Cost: $5 Cover

No matter if you choose to stay in, or go out, or stay up late or celebrate early, we hope your New Year’s is a memorable one! Have a safe and happy New Year’s, Kokomo!

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