Make this one count.

EAT
L2O Kaiseki Menu
What: Kimono-clad servers present a fifteen-course meal inspired by traditional Japanese tea ceremonies.
Why: More sake than you can shake a samurai at.
When: Sun., Mon., Wed. & Thurs., 6-10 p.m.; Fri., 6-11 p.m.; Sat., 5-11 p.m.
Where: 2300 N. Lincoln Park W., at Belden Ave. Reservations required to 773-868-0002.

SIP
Luxbar Holiday Martinis
What: Toast the New Year with a Peppermint Paddy (vodka, peppermint schnapps, crème de cacao, Godiva liqueur) and more.
Why: Five, four, three, two … fun.
When: Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-2 a.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.-3 a.m.; Sun., 8 a.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 18 E. Bellevue Pl., at Rush St. (312-642-3400).

JOG
New Year’s Day 5K Run/Walk
What: Hoof it through Lincoln Park. A portion of proceeds benefits Lakeview Citizens’ Council (a nonprofit neighborhood group).
Why: You have resolve.
When: Fri. Registration, 9:30 a.m.; race, 11 a.m.
Where: Lincoln Park Field House, near N. Stockton & LaSalle Drs.

SAVE
Nacional 27 Prix Fixe
What: Bargain-priced ($20.10!) three-course dinner and comp sparkling sangria get things off to a gluttonous start.
Why: Smoked chicken empanadas, veggie paella, Gunthorp Farms suckling pig, cinnamon churros.
When: Fri.-Jan. 8. Mon.-Wed., 5-9:30 p.m.; Thurs., 5-11 p.m.; Fri., 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat., 5 p.m.-3 a.m.
Where: 325 W. Huron St., b/t Franklin & Orleans Sts. (312-664-2727).

GET
A Room
What: You’ve decided last minute to shack up elsewhere on NYE. This site finds hotels with openings.
Why: Discount rates up the kazoo.
When: Before the ball drops.
Where: The possibilities are endless.