[header] How to stay sober on new year's eve [title] Choose to stay in. [step] If you'd much rather avoid drunken conversations and being the one to usher stumbling friends to safety, you could opt to spend the evening at home. However, being at home doesn't mean you can't participate in the excitement. 
There are tons of ways to plan a fun night with a group of friends who also choose to avoid alcohol. [substeps] Consider organizing a goal-setting or vision board party where you and a group of close pals set your intentions for the following year.