Downtown Countdown December 31, 2008

Lindy Promotions, DC101, and Miller Lite today announced the 12th annual “Downtown Countdown New Year’s Eve Gala” will return to the Grand Hyatt, Washington, and once again set the standard in live New Year’s Eve entertainment. After $8 million in renovations, the Grand Hyatt will be the one-stop destination for New Year’s Eve festivities, complete with a 5-hour premium open bar, hors d’oeuvres, multiple rooms of entertainment including 3 bands, 4 DJs, 5 comedians, dancing, karaoke, and DC’s largest midnight balloon drop.

“For eleven years, the Downtown Countdown has been the premier New Year’s party in DC,” said Gene Hunt, the Grand Hyatt’s Director of Catering. “And this year, it’s getting even better with our recently renovated space. Party-goers can look forward to a night filled with exceptional food, tempting beverages, and great music.”

This year will feature live performances by:

* Cowboy Mouth (DC101’s “Kegs & Eggs” headliners)
* Pat McGee Band (local favorites and Downtown Countdown Alumni)
* Gonzo’s Noze (DC’s premier cover band).

Other areas of the newly renovated Hyatt will play host to DJs, nightclub dancing, comedians and karaoke. Guests will also enjoy no lines at multiple buffets, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and premium bar stations at a ratio of 1 bartender per 75 guests. DC101’s Elliot in the Morning and the Class will be hosting and broadcasting live from the party.

“For New Years, people always seem to get it wrong; spending way too much on an overly-crowded ‘open bar’, lame parties, or bad music, and it ends up being a bad story,” says Pat McGee, one of this year’s performers back by popular demand. “Lindy Promotions gets it right every year. All of our fans have nothing but amazing memories of great times at a 5-star event.”

VIP ticketholders will enjoy their own will call, registration, entrance, complimentary coat check, and extra half-hour of open bar. VIP members also have access to the Grand Cafe in the Hyatt's atrium and Penn Quarter, the Hotel's new and unique space near the open lagoon, offering a private bar, dinner menu, and exclusive private acoustic sets by each of the evening’s performers.

Tickets are currently on sale at $109 for the regular party and $175 for VIP, increasing as the event nears (see website for current rate.) For larger parties, a group rate is available by calling 301.652.7712. Ticketholders are also offered discounted hotel rooms at the Grand Hyatt, while supplies last. To purchase tickets, make reservations, or find out more about the 12th annual Downtown Countdown, go to www.downtowncountdown.net, or contact Katie Lancos at katie@downtowncountdown.net or 301.652.7712 for more information.
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