SOME like to go glam and get dressed up as the belle of the ball, while others prefer a good old-fashioned knees-up at their local. Whatever you choose to do this New Year’s Eve, make sure you check out our guide to the best events in the area.

NYE Hollywood Ball

Find yourself in Hollywood this New Year, as Heavenly Events presents an evening of entertainment from Kevin Fitzsimmons, performing Sinatra, Dean Martin and Rat Pack classics. Be greeted by a few familiar Hollywood faces while enjoying a drinks reception, then from 10pm the NYE Hollywood disco takes over with an audio/visual show. Dress: Hollywood black tie. The Bulls Head, The Royal Parade, Chislehurst, BR7 6NR. 8pm. £65. 07904 917 380 or email alex@heavenlyevents.co.uk

Hed Kandi: The Circus at IndigO2

The Grand Circus will pitch up in the world’s legendary big top, complete with trapeze, cages, tightrope, giant glitterballs and confetti cannons, for a night of fun hosted by duo Booty Luv. DJs Phil Faversham, Andy Norman and Luke Neville will play funky and disco-tinged house, while upstairs Monsieur Dave and Dan Rolfe will treat VIPs to a night of party classics in the lounge. The event theme is matched by a circus chic dress code and everyone attending will receive a Hed Kandi goody bag. The O2, Peninsula Square, Greenwich, SE10 ODX. 8pm. £45-£85, VIP Tickets £100. 0844 844 0002 or visit ticketmaster.co.uk

Moulin Rouge Bohemian Ball

Following the sell-out success of 'Blackheath To The Future' last year, the Halls are hosting another spectacular New Year’s Eve party – a night of hedonistic heaven in tribute to the Moulin Rouge. Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, Blackheath, SE3 9RQ. m. 020 8463 0100 or visit ticketweb.co.uk

New Year’s Eve Thames Cruise

This five-hour Thames Party Cruise includes all wines, beers and soft drinks, a substantial buffet, disco and a guaranteed prime position for fireworks and Big Ben at midnight. MV Pridela, Tower Millenium Pier, Lower Thames Street, London. 8:30pm. £99. 020 8303 0774 or email kingcruises@btconnect.com

New Year’s Eve Party

See in the New Year at The Old Tigers Head, with a delicious barbecue to eat indoors or out. Dance the night away with DJ Harry from 9.30pm until late. Tickets are £5.00 (to include a raffle) and can be purchased in advance from Adrian or Annabelle at The Old Tiger’s Head, 351 Lee High Road, Lee Green, London, SE12 8RU. 9pm. 020 8244 2104, email as@oldtigershead.co.uk or visit oldtigershead.co.uk

New Year’s Eve at Amari

Line-up includes Charlie Hedges from Kiss 100, Lewis Coleman, Neil Henderson and Dilema. Free drink all night, NYE gifts and CD giveaways. Amari, 13 Blackheath Road, Blackheath, London, SE10 8PF. 9pm. Guys £50, girls £45. 020 8691 1555 or visit ticketweb.co.uk

007 Ball at The Drayman

For one night only, The Drayman will be transformed into a set from 007, so girls think sexy and guys go smart. All drinks included. The Drayman, 2 Crook Log, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 8BW. 9pm. Early bird £40, £50 and last minute buys £60. 020 8301 1111 or visit ticketmaster.co.uk

Matter NYE Party

Line up includes 2 Many DJs, The Whip, Delphic, Filthy Dukes, Headman, Joakim and many more. The O2, Peninsula Square, Greenwich, SE10 ODX. 9pm. £40. Visit ticketweb.co.uk

Air and Breathe New Years Eve Party

Party in the Dartford Club Air & Breathe, 35-37 Essex Road, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2AU. 9pm. £5. Visit tick.it.co.uk

NYE at Up the Creek

Performances from Ninia Benjamin MC, Stephano Paulino, Matthew Hardy and Jeff Innocent. Up the Creek, 302-304 Creek Road, Greenwich, London, SE10 9SW. £30. 8.30pm (doors 7pm). 020 8858 4581.

Elton John at The O2

Elton John has been wowing audiences with his Red Piano show in Las Vegas since 2004 and this New Year's Eve party will see him perform his greatest hits at the biggest party in town. See the legendary performer in action with special guests Will Young, X Factor winner Alexandra Burke, The Overtures and Sealife. The O2, Peninsula Square, Greenwich, SE10 ODX. 8pm. £99-£109.