Grand Finale - Countdown to Midnight!

Button venue: Requires additional ticket with FNM Button

The Grand Finale is an indoor button venue that requires an additional ticket. Due to major cutbacks in funding, FNM will host two indoor finale venues: at the Serra Ballroom in the Conference Center featuring the band Red Beans & Rice, and at the Golden State Theatre with Jonah and the Whalewatchers. Both venues have limited seating, which require a finale ticket with a FNM Button. PICK UP YOUR FINALE TICKET at the Portola Plaza ticket booth from 6:30 - 10:00 P.M. Seating is first come, first served.

Jonah and the Whale Watchers

Red Beans & Rice

Jonah and the Whalewatchers (RR/WM) FINALE BAND

Site 13: Golden State Theatre

11:15 - Midnight

Monterey's premier reggae and world music group! Young and old alike connect with this heartfelt, positive music that fuses Caribbean and African beats with American jazz, blues and soul to create a unique reggae sound. Finale: ticket with FNM button required.

Red Beans & Rice (BL) FINALE BAND

Site 17a: Conference Center Serra Ballroom

11:15 PM - Midnight

This popular Monterey Bay band specializes in up-tempo danceable blues. Formed in 1993, their blend of Chicago, Texas swing, Louisiana, contemporary and original music has garnered them numerous awards. Finale: ticket is required with FNM button.

Outdoor Finale!
Two outdoor venues on Alvarado St. will bring us into the New Year!

Sambahemians

The Wharf Rats

Sambahemians FINALE BAND

Site 12: Alvarado St. /Franklin St.

11:15 PM - Midnight

Energetic, upbeat, and a real crowd pleaser best describe this local Brazilian percussion group. Playing an arrangement authentic Brazilian carnival beats and syncopated rhythms from all regions of Brazil. This spirited and colorful group of drummers and dancers are known for getting crowds to dance in the streets!

The Wharf Rats (RK/BL) FINALE BAND

Site 15: Rabobank

11:15 - Midnight

Characterized by tight harmonies and bluesy guitar licks, The Wharf Rats is your smooth rock alternative for your New Year's Eve celebration.