If you plan to stay in town for New Year's Eve, here are eight events happening in Frisco:

Sci-Tech Discovery Center


Frisco’s Sci-Tech Discovery Center is hosting a family-friendly event that does not require staying awake until midnight. Countdown to Noon includes interactive science activities, such as planetarium shows and science demonstrations. The event takes place 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., and the cost is $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers.

Manny's Tex-Mex Grill


Manny’s Tex-Mex Grill is hosting a New Year’s Eve party with live music and complimentary champagne toast at midnight. The event is free (not including food) and takes place 9 p.m.-2 a.m.

Rockin' S Bar & Grill


Rockin' S Bar & Grill is having a party with dance band Inside Out. There will be a balloon drop at midnight as well as champagne and party favors. The event starts at 8:30 p.m., and admission is $15-$20.

The Frisco Bar


The Frisco Bar is having a New Year’s Eve party featuring a live DJ. Complimentary champagne is offered at midnight and drink specials will be offered as well. The event is free and starts at 9 p.m.

Eight|11 Place


Eight|11 Place is having a New Year’s Eve party for the first time. The event will be complete with a DJ, a complimentary champagne toast at midnight and party favors. The event takes place 8 p.m.-1 a.m. and is $125 per person.

The Roots Bar


The Roots Bar in Frisco is having its first New Year’s Eve party with a DJ and complimentary champagne toast at midnight. The free event takes place 9 p.m.-2 a.m.

Strikz Entertainment


Strikz Entertainment is hosting two New Year’s Eve parties. The Family Fun Party is from 5-8 p.m and costs $25 for children and $30 for adults. The NYE Bash is from 9 p.m.- 1 a.m. and includes party favors, hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast at midnight. The NYE Bash is $30 for children and $35 for adults.

@nerdvana.food+spirits


@nerdvana.food+spirits is hosting its first New Year's Eve party 8 p.m.-2 a.m., featuring food, half-priced drinks and an array of classic and modern video games. Reservations are encouraged, and guests must be age 21 or older.