By Steve Young

IN's guide to ringing in the new year.

If you're looking for an unforgettable way to welcome in 2006, this year's New Year's weekend offers up plenty of options. Luckily for partygoers this year, New Year's Eve falls on a Saturday, which gives everyone ample opportunity to enjoy the pre-parties, after-parties and "recovery" parties on this three-day weekend.

This year, Jeffrey Sanker and John Wojas' Resolution Events are teaming up to present two exhilarating events for New Year's weekend in Los Angeles. For those who want to celebrate the end of 2005 without actually venturing out on New Year's Eve, The Night Before New Year's dance on Dec. 30 is the perfect fit. This twelve-hour dance marathon taking place downtown at the Mayan starts at 9 p.m. and will feature the sounds of Miami's DJ Abel, returning to L.A. after a successful Memorial Day weekend party at the Mayan. Wojas is enthusiastic about this night. "The Mayan is an amazing venue and the fact that everyone has made a point of driving downtown makes a big difference in the vibe of the party. So much of partying in West Hollywood is going to the next place, but with this event, you're here."

The following night, on Jan. 1, from 3-10 a.m., Jeffrey Sanker and Resolution in association with Rohan Bissett present New Year's: After Hours. Just steps away from the Hollywood Palladium at the legendary Henry Fonda Theater, revelers can liven up at the first dance of the New Year with L.A. favorite DJ Paulo, whose tribal injected house will get the New Year off to the right start. People can also enjoy music by DJ De León on the scenic rooftop terrace. That same weekend, Masterbeat and Atlantis are helping to usher out 2005 with some events that are sure to draw the masses.

On Friday night, John Brady Presents is excited to team with Masterbeat and Atlantis to present the Last Dance. International Remixer and Producer Offer Nissim will make his west coast debut with the legendary DJ Peter Rauhofer. Offer and Peter first worked together for NYC Pride this past summer and have shared incredible success with their remixes of major artists. In addition to boasting excellent music, this event will also be taking place at the newly revamped Circus Disco in Hollywood. Circus has recently undergone a million dollar renovation with all new rooms, VIP areas and balconies to literally become the largest club and entertainment complex in the world.

On New Year's Eve, Atlantis and Masterbeat are making the Hollywood Palladium the party headquarters for the New Year. The event, which starts at 8 p.m. and goes until 4 a.m., includes a concert by recording artist Deborah Cox followed by a set by international superstar DJ Manny Lehman that will have everyone dancing their way into 2006. Deborah Cox begins at 9 p.m., and Manny Lehman takes over at 10:30 p.m. Partiers who still want to dance some more after the New Year's bash are in luck with Rise: The Afterhours, which will take place at the Hollywood Arena, located in Hollywood at Santa Monica Blvd. just minutes from the main New Year's Eve event. One of California's most popular DJs, Phil B. will man the turntables at one of the weekend's most popular events, which is scheduled to go until noon on New Year's Day.

Join old friends and the new ones you've made to recover at The Closing Party, with L.A.'s own favorite DJ Brett Henrichsen in a rare hometown appearance. John Brady in association with Masterbeat and Atlantis join to present the official closing party of New Year's Los Angeles 2006 at Club Avalon from 8 p.m.-5 a.m.

With all these options, the only potential downside to going out this New Year's weekend is raising the bar too high for the rest of the parties in 2006.

The Night Before New Year's
Friday, Dec. 30, 9 p.m.-9 a.m.
The Mayan Theatre

Afterhours
Sunday, Jan 1, 3 a.m.-12 noon
The Henry Fonda Theatre
For tickets or more information, visit www.resolutionevents.com, or www.jeffreysanker.com, or call (800) 494-8497

Last Dance
Friday, Dec. 30, 9 p.m.-4 a.m.
Circus Disco

New Year's Eve
Saturday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m.-4 a.m.
The Hollywood Palladium

Rise: The Afterhours
Sunday, Jan 1, 4 a.m.-12 noon
The Hollywood Arena

Recovery: The Closing Party
Sunday Jan. 1, 8 p.m.-5 a.m.
Club Avalon
For tickets or more information, visit www.newyearsla.com.