About this Event
This New Year's Eve, leave the ordinary behind and escape to Aspen After Dark, where alpine glamour meets big-city nightlife, the champagne is chilled, and the only thing more dazzling than the snow is the company.
Thursday, December 31st, 2026 | 7:00pm-1:00am / GA Entry at 8:00pm | 21+ Event
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Forget the slopes. We're here for the après.
For one unforgettable night, Minneapolis transforms into the ultimate après-ski playground. Think champagne wishes, faux-fur fantasies, shimmering metallics, and the irresistible allure of an exclusive mountain resort—without ever leaving the city.
Nestled inside the historic Machine Shop, we'll bring the magic of Aspen's legendary après-ski scene to life with an intoxicating mix of winter wonder, sophisticated revelry, and dance-floor energy.
Whether you arrive dressed for the slopes or straight from the penthouse, one thing is certain: The altitude is imaginary. The party is very real.
VIP Experience — Doors Open at 7:00 PM
Why wait until the party is in full swing when you can be among the first to arrive?
Begin your evening early, settle into the alpine atmosphere, and enjoy an extra hour to explore, mingle, and toast to the night ahead.
General Admission — Doors Open at 8:00 PM
Join the celebration as the evening picks up momentum and the night unfolds into an unforgettable New Year's Eve party.
Entertainment
Expect a Little Après-Ski Mischief.
The entertainment won't be confined to the dance floor.
Prepare for a captivating evening of aerialists, fire dancers, burlesque performers, and other extraordinary talents from the renowned Dragonsfire Theater.
The evening begins with the captivating vocal stylings of Mia Dorr, setting the mood with live lounge entertainment as guests arrive, mingle, and settle into the alpine atmosphere
Then, as the evening unfolds, DJ Eric Arcilla, aka Brownie, takes over and turns up the temperature. Expect an irresistible mix of Top 40, dance, disco, old-school favorites, and house music—all building toward the biggest moment of the night.
The Music Lineup*
7:30 PM — Live Lounge Vocals with Mia Dorr
Ease into the evening with sophisticated live music, cocktails, and a little alpine glamour.
8:45 PM — DJ Brownie Takes Over
The après-ski lounge transforms into a high-energy dance party featuring crowd favorites, throwback anthems, disco, house, and more.
Midnight: Enjoy your Midnight Moment with the nostalgic notes of Auld Lang Syne before resuming all of your favorite dance hits for the rest of the evening.
Midnight at the Summit
Every great ascent deserves a spectacular finish. As the final moments of the year slip away, gather with hundreds of fellow revelers beneath the glow of the mountains for a dazzling countdown to midnight.
This is your midnight moment. Make it extraordinary.
Event venue & nearby stays
Machine Shop, 300 2nd Street Southeast, Minneapolis, United States
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