Adults Only

This Is Rio
The scene: This Is London transports party-goers (who must be over the age of 23) to the sunny shores of Brazil with live dancers and drummers, caipirinha (a drink made with Brazilian brandy) and a tapas buffet. Chris La Roque spins beats all night.
The crowd: Clubbers who like bottle service, pricey fashion labels and big-name DJs.
Where: This Is London, 364 Richmond St. W., 416-351-1100.
When: 9 p.m.
How much: $45 from TicketMaster, price increases weekly.

Ultra Privé
The scene: Often host to splashy fashion shows (Lacoste, Playboy) and celebrity events (Perez Hilton, DJ AM, Karim Rashid), Ultra Supper Club keeps it simple and private for New Year’s Eve: resident DJs provide the music, and Susur Lee protégé Chris Zielinski cooks his signature French-Asian gourmet fare.
The crowd: Canada’s entertainment elite (Ben Mulroney and Keishe Chanté are known to drop in from time to time), surrounded by moneyed, condo-dwelling yupsters.
Where: Ultra Supper Club, 314 Queen St. W., 416-263-0330.
When: 9 p.m.
How much: $45 from TicketMaster, price increases weekly.

Raunch ’n’ Roll
The scene: Expect scenesters to descend on this Queen West landmark for New Year’s festivities hosted by Toronto’s Skin Tight Outta Sight Rebel Burlesque troupe, featuring Burlington psychobilly band The Creepshow, and Miss Exotic World Pageant runner-up Diamondback Annie with a rock-inspired burlesque. Karaoke takes over the Melody Bar downstairs.
The crowd: Arty Queen West types and downtown hipsters.
Where: Gladstone Hotel, 1214 Queen St. W., 416-531-4635.
When: 9 p.m.
How much: $30 in advance; $40 at the door; free admission to Melody Bar.

Meet Market Adventure’s Singles New Year’s Gala
The scene: Ditch your coupled-up friends and track down the perfect New Year’s Eve kiss at North America’s largest New Year’s party for singles. Held at the swanky Palais Royale, this semi-formal party kicks off with ice-breaking games (perfect for shy types), followed by a buffet of gourmet hors d’oeuvre. While there is a cash bar, a complimentary glass of champagne will be served at midnight.
The crowd: Stylish singles.
Where: Palais Royale, 1601 Lake Shore Blvd. W., 416-203-3434.
When: 8 p.m.
How much: $80 in advance ($90 after Dec. 20); $100 at the door (if available).

Grand ’08
The scene: For five years, Liberty Grand Entertainment Group has thrown Toronto’s largest New Year’s Eve party. Grand ’08 will see 5,000 people dancing in two of the Liberty Grand’s cavernous halls. DJs spin house and club anthems in the Artifacts Room; those searching for hip hop, house and R&B will find them in the Governors Room. Chef Michael Ewing’s dinner (800 tickets available) is a world tour, with Asian, Italian, Mediterranean and Canadian dishes served.
The crowd: Entertainment District regulars.
Where: Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, Exhibition Place, 25 British Columbia Rd., 416-542-3789.
When: 7 p.m.–5 a.m.
How much: party $60; dinner and party $100.