Party like yacht rock star at the Portola Hotel & Spa’s Yacht Rock New Year’s Eve Bash on Wednesday, Dec. 31 from 7pm-1am. There is a buffet dinner, an open bar, live music, yacht rock vibes and a Champagne toast at midnight. $250; $220/military. 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey. (888) 222-5851, portolahotel.com.