Say goodbye to 2023 and say hello to 2024! If you're looking for some fun things to do in Toronto on New Year's Eve that are free, you've come to the right spot. Here are 8 of the best free things to do on New Year's Eve in Toronto to ring in the new year. 

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1. NYE Fireworks 

Ring in the new year by catching a stunning fireworks display. Click here for the full list of the best spots to see the New Year's Eve fireworks. 

2. Cavalcade of Lights 

Head over to Nathan Phillips Square and enjoy the Cavalcade of Lights on New Year's Eve. Ring in the new year with ice skating and the enchanting light displays.

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1)

When: Until January 7th, 2024

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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3. NYE 2024 at Swan Dive

Head over to Swan Dive for their New Year's event! There will be no cover, amazing vibes, great tunes by DJ Blush and cheap drinks! 

Where: Swan Dive (1631 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1V2)

When: December 31st, 2023 (Starts at 10 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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4. Polar Bear Skate 

The Bentway's winter tradition is back on NYE. Join the community and strip down to your skivvies and skate the trail for a good cause. The Polar Bear Skate is both a clothing drive and a fun way to end the year. Plus, participants will receive a free Bentway toque and hot chocolate. 

Where: The Bentway (250 Fort York Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3K9)

When: December 31st, 2023 (12 pm - 2 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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5. Timeless New Year's Eve by Fox on John

Ring in the New Year at Fox on John's Timeless New Year's Eve Party! Join for an unforgettable night with complimentary bubbly & live DJs. Enjoy a great night and ring in the new year here. 

Where: Fox on John (106 John Street #3 Toronto, ON M5V 2E1)

When: December 31st, 2023 (Starts at 10 pm)

Price: Free admission

Category: Date/Friends

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6. Winter Festival of Lights 

Celebrate New Year's Eve with Winter Festival of Lights. With over 75 light displays, 3 million lights, spectacular and larger-than-life displays and more, you're in for an enchanting time. Plus, catch the fireworks display over the falls. Niagara Falls will be having a special New Year’s Eve fireworks display right at midnight to ring in the new year.  

Where: 6815 Stanley Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3Y9

When: Until January 7th, 2024

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly 

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7. TD Union Winter Roller Express 

The TD Union Winter Roller Express will be open on New Year's Eve! Roller skate indoors inside the newly opened TD West Carriageway and enjoy 5,500 sq ft of skating surface that’s animated with lights for a fun retro experience. 

Where: Union Station (55 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6)

When: Until February 4th, 2024

Price: Free admission

Category: Family-friendly

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8. Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic 

Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic is ending on New Year's Eve. Spend the last day of 2023 and soak in the sparkling one-of-a-kind festive lighting displays. 

Where: The Village of Yorkville Park 

When: Until December 31st, 2023 

Price: Free admission 

Category: Family-friendly 

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