Between the Puck Drops Here and the 2014 Winter Classic, Ann Arbor will be starting the year with a flurry of fun hockey themed events. Here is a guide to help you plan your New Year.

New Year’s Eve (December 31):
Puck Drops Here
The New Year’s Eve street party, held in conjunction with the 2014 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic game, will feature six hours of live entertainment and a midnight lowering of 10-foot puck.
The event stage will be located at the corner of Washington and Main Street. The Puck will be near William and Main Street.
Road closures include Main Street between Huron and William, Washington between Ashley and Fourth, and Liberty between Ashley and Fourth. Access to the Washington and Fourth Parking Structure will remain available.
Looking for places to eat on New Year’s Eve? The Ann Arbor Area Convention and Visitors Bureau put together this great list.
Looking for a shuttle to the festivities? Click here for shuttle stops, rates, and registration.
New Year’s Day (January 1):
2014 NHL Winter Classic

Over 115,000 visitors are expected for the matchup at The Big House between the Detroit Red Wings and the Toronto Maple Leafs.

For more information about the 2014 NHL Winter Classic click here.
If you are going to be spending New Year’s Day in Ann Arbor check out this list of restaurants and shops that will be open.
Photo Credit: Hockey Puck on Ice by Seabamirum