Have you heard that the world may be ending December 21?
The date marks the end of the Mayan calendar, and believers are predicting the demise of earth.
If the end really is near, you might as well have some fun.
We've rounded up the biggest and best "end of the world" celebrations happening in New York City this Friday.
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Beaumarchais
The restaurant/club is planning an end of the world dinner party on the night of December 21st with music by resident DJ Jacques Dumas.
For all those who make it to the next day, it's also throwing a "survival brunch" with food, booze, and music the morning after.
Hudson Terrace
If you're too spooked to leave home on December 21, venture out to Hudson Terrace's "Beats & Booze" party to celebrate the end of the world on Dec. 20.
DJ Lulo & Bones will be spinning. Tickets to the bash, hosted by iAdventure.com, are $30 and available online.
The Bowery Hotel
Finish off your stay on earth with a bit of culture at The Bowery Hotel's end of the world party at 7 p.m. on December 21.
The party, which is free of charge (register here), will feature comedian Seth Herzog, singer/songwriter Rhett Miller, Mario the Magician, DJs Brooke Williams and Chris Sgroe, and an art-filled gallery with apocalypse-inspired paintings and sculptures.
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