This one goes up to ’11.

RING IN
New Years Evolution 2011
What: Party under the big top tent with B-boy performances, aerial dancers, lighting installations, live painting, and more.
Why: Stay for the open bar and music by Chelsey Green and the Green Project and DJ Adrian Loving.
When: Fri., 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: NY Trapeze School DC, 4th St. SE, at Tingey St. Tickets ($95) online at eventbrite.com. Use code DAILY-CANDY for $20 off each ticket.

DRINK
Boozy Brunch
What: Firefly’s generous hair of the dog remedies in the form of $1 mimosas and $3 Bloody Marys.
Why: Dig into dishes like the $12 Elvis sandwich (peanut butter, bacon, and banana on pan-fried challah) and $11 green eggs and ham (spinach, Gruyere, and Virginia ham quiche).
When: Sat., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 1310 New Hampshire Ave. NW (202-861-1310).

GLIDE
National Gallery of Art Ice-skating and Concert
What: Attempt your best sit spin amid the sculptures at the rink.
Why: Then head inside for a free sampling of Beethoven string quartet music (consider it an easy way to get started on that self-improvement resolution).
When: Sun. Skating, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; concert, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Sculpture Garden and West Building, 7th St., at Constitution Ave. NW (202-289-3360). Rink admission is $7, plus $3 for skate rental.

SIP
Champagne and Sparkling Wines
What: Stock up on bargain bubbly like Veuve Clicquot ($37), Laurent-Perrier ($28), and Zardetto prosecco ($10) at the under-the-radar discounter.
Why: Keep your guests merry into the New Year.
When: Mon.-Sat., 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Rodman’s, 5100 Wisconsin Ave. NW, b/t Harrison & Garrison Sts. (202-363-3466).

Photo: Kr!sh Subramaniam / Flickr

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