New Year’s Eve is an annual event, but Dec. 31 this year is a little more special. It’s not just the send off to the previous year, but also a farewell to another decade — and the first in the books for the 21st century. There are plenty of reasons to celebrate on what is already the biggest party night of the calendar. The stroke of midnight will find some of San Diego’s best-known artists playing in the area with something for just about everybody — from country music to reggae. HIGH END Those looking for an elegant affair will want to visit Humphrey’s by the Bay, which offers up two options on the night. For the admission price of $49, partiers will gain patron’s access to the Backstage Lounge and to the music of dance band The Mighty Untouchables. However, anyone looking for something more upscale might not need to search further than the party in Humphrey’s Restaurant. For $199 (less if purchased in advance) partygoers will be entertained by Las Vegas favorites T-Fox & The Fox City Band, skillful masters or dance floor-filling R&B and soul. A consistently popular draw on the Strip, 2002 saw his popularity culminate with Aug. 24 being named “T-Fox Day” in Las Vegas. He was also awarded the “Key to the City” by Mayor Oscar Goodman. Making this event a feast for all the senses, the night also includes a four-course dinner, party favors and a champagne toast, all with the picturesque backdrop of the Shelter Island marina. Humphrey’s Backstage Lounge, 2241 Shelter Island Drive, $49 to $199, 9 p.m. www.humphreysbackstagelive.com INEXPENSIVE While intimate dinners are good for some, others prefer more of a communal welcoming of the new year. Possibly the most boisterous New Year’s Party will be at Gallagher’s in Ocean Beach, courtesy of the country and rockabilly tunes made famous by Johnny Cash, as performed by tribute band Cash’d Out. The country’s top re-creators of “the man in black’s” legendary music concentrate on his 1950s to 1970s heyday, using vintage gear and clothing for a sound that’s authentic and passionate. With its focus on Cash’s early days, its unlikely Cash’d Out will play the only Cash tune to actually mention New Years in its lyrics, 1988’s “New Moon Over Jamaica” — but nobody plays this music better. Gallagher’s, 5046 Newport Avenue, 9 p.m. 21 and up. Cover TBD. www.gallagherspubob.com Meanwhile, Dream Street will blast out rhymes and beats with a night of hip-hop and rap, sponsored by Submission Entertainment. On hand will be Deceit, Fab, King Loc, Mike Spitz and Nikki & The Mongoloid. Dream Street, 2228 Bacon St., 9 p.m. 21 and up. Cover TBD. www.dreamstreetlive.com FREE Music fans on a budget won’t be able to beat Winston’s Beach Club this year. Featuring one of the city’s rare no-cover events, Winston’s is already one of the area’s favorite neighborhood bars — so expect this night to be jammed with revelers. They’ll be happy to find the night’s soundtrack provided by one of the area’s top reggae bands, The Devastators. Five-time San Diego Music Award nominees and 2010 winners in the “Best World Music” category, The Devastators’ sunny island sounds will be a nice counterpoint to our winter weather and a great way to send off 2010. Winston’s Beach Club, 1921 Bacon St., 9 p.m. No cover. www.winstonsob.com.