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2025 is officially here this week! From New Year’s Eve events to a Polar Dip and more, here are 10 of the best things to do in Toronto to ring in the new year.
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1. Toronto New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Ring in the new year by catching the stunning fireworks display. Click HERE for all the best spots. The Toronto Music Garden and Sherbourne Common will feature pop-up performances from 10 pm onwards.
Where: Various locations
When: December 31st, 2024
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
2. Distillery District
Celebrate the end of 2024 at the Distillery District. There will be live entertainment & musical performances, dancing, shopping, dining, cocktails and more. Plus, catch the fireworks show above Trinity Square at midnight.
Where: The Distillery Historic District (55 Mill Street, Toronto Ontario, M5A 3C4)
When: December 31st, 2024 (9 pm - 12 am)
Price: $30
Category: Family-friendly
3. Toronto Polar Bear Dip
Get ready to brace the cold Toronto! The annual Polar Bear Dip is happening at Sunnyside Beach on New Year’s Day. Take on the cold plunge, while supporting a great cause.
Where: Sunnyside Park Beach (1755 Lake Shore Blvd West, Toronto ON, M6S 5A3)
When: January 1st, 2025 (Starts at 10 am)
Price: $30
Category: Date/Friends
4. NYE at The Rec Room
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Rec Room. With yummy food, fun games, live entertainment, a midnight toast and more, you're in for a great time.
Where: The Rec Room (255 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9)
When: December 31st, 2024 (Starts at 9 pm)
Price: $25
Category: 19+
5. CN Tower
Ring in the new year at the CN Tower. A ticket includes a glass of Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine, unlimited non-alcoholic beverages, food stations, music, access to the Main Observation Level, and more!
Where: CN Tower (290 Bremner Blvd, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9)
When: December 31st, 2024 (Doors open at 9 pm)
Price: $165 per person (plus taxes and gratuities)
Category: Date/Friends
6. Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights
The Winter Festival of Lights is coming to an end soon. This is your last chance of the season to check out Canada's largest free outdoor light festival. With millions of lights and larger-than-life displays across the tourism districts, this is a great spot to be.
Where: Downtown Niagara Falls
When: Until January 5th, 2025
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
7. Record Breaker Cold Plunge
Immerse yourself in the chilly waters of Woodbine Beach. Join Jack.org, Unbounded, Othership, City Shred, Coldture, and Surf the Greats for a refreshing New Year’s plunge into the chilly waters. Dive into 2024 with this invigorating experience.
Where: Woodbine Beach (1675 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4L 3W6)
When: January 1st, 2025 (Starts at 1 pm)
Price: Price is by donation
Category: Date/Friends
Click here for more information.
8. Winter Ice Skating
Enjoy winter ice skating at The Bentway, The Well, Nathan Phillips Square, Mel Lastman Square and more. Click here for the full list.
9. NYE at The Harbourfront Centre
Celebrate the new year at Harbourfront Centre with a free DJ Skate Night, street food, and a stunning 10-minute fireworks display synchronized to music!
Where: Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto ON M5J 2G8)
When: December 31st, 2024 (8 pm - 12 am)
Price: Free admission
Category: Family-friendly
10. Cirque Du Soleil - Twas The Night Before
Cirque Du Soleil’s Twas The Night Before… performance is ending this week. This exciting show will feature thrilling acrobatics, lovable characters, and lots of festive cheer.
Where: Meridian Hall (1 Front St E, Toronto, ON M5E 1B2)
When: Until January 3rd, 2025
Price: Prices start from $70
Category: Family-friendly
Community Events
1. New year's eve served dinner and salsa latin ballroom disco and top 40 social dancing
Enjoy a served dinner, beginner dance lesson, and social dancing to Salsa, Bachata, Latin-American, Ballroom, Disco, and Top 40 hits by DJ Frank Bishun. The evening includes line dancing, red and white wine with dinner, and a sparkling wine toast at midnight.
Where: St Peter and Paul Banquet Hall (231 Milner Ave, Toronto, M1S 5E3)
When: December 31st, 2024 (7:00 PM – 3:30 AM)
Click here for more information.
2. Pub Chess
"Eat, drink, and meet new people over the chessboard!" Join for casual and tournament chess play in a friendly, social setting. Open to all skill levels—there’s always someone to play with and chat with!
Where: Madison Avenue Pub (14 Madison Ave)
When: January 1st, 2025 (7:30 PM – 11:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
3. WinterFest at Canada's Wonderland
Canada’s Wonderland transforms into a magical WinterFest, offering ice-skating, live shows, rides, millions of lights, and hundreds of Christmas trees, including two 50-foot trees. Enjoy festive food, holiday activities, and seasonal shopping in Vaughan, just outside Toronto.
Where: Canada's Wonderland (Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6, Canada)
When: November 16th, 2024 - January 4th, 2025
Click here for more information.
4. Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic
This November and December, Bloor-Yorkville will celebrate the holiday season with festive lights. Enjoy shopping, dining, and art in the beautifully illuminated streets, starting with the Village of Yorkville Park lighting up on November 25th. Check out the unique Urban Campfire Benches along Bloor Street, which will glow in holiday colors. Experience the holiday magic until December 31st!
Where: Bloor-Yorkville
When: November 25th, 2024 - December 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
5. New York Islanders vs Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs go head-to-head with the New York Islanders in what promises to be an exciting NHL matchup. With both teams bringing their best to the ice, this game will be packed with action and key plays.
Where: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto
When: December 31st, 2024 (1:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
6. TD Union Winter Roller Express
Get ready for a festive roller-skating experience at Union Station! From December 1st to February 4th, Join Union and TD at the TD West Carriageway for two months of fun for all ages. Don't miss out on this exciting winter activity!
Where: Union Station (55 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5J 1E6)
When: December 1st, 2024- February 4th, 2025
Click here for more information.
7. National Ballet of Canada’s The Nutcracker
Enjoy the magic of the holidays with James Kudelka’s The Nutcracker! This fun family show starts at a Christmas Eve party, where siblings Marie and Misha meet magical creatures and visit the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy. With Tchaikovsky’s music and lovely costumes, it’s a delightful adventure you won’t want to miss!
Where: Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts (145 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M5H 4G1)
When: December 6th – 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
8. Brooklyn Nets vs Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors take on the Brooklyn Nets in a fast-paced NBA showdown. With top-tier talent on both sides, this game promises thrilling moments and intense competition.
Where: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto
When: January 1st, 2024 (7:30 PM)
Click here for more information.
9. Orlando Magic vs Toronto Raptors
The Toronto Raptors meet the Orlando Magic in an exciting NBA contest. Look for dynamic plays and strategic battles as both teams vie for victory.
Where: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto
When: January 3rd, 2024 (7:30 PM)
Click here for more information.
10. Boston Bruins vs Toronto Maple Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs face their fierce rivals, the Boston Bruins, in a high-stakes NHL matchup. Expect an intense, hard-hitting game as these two historic teams battle for dominance on the ice.
Where: Scotiabank Arena, Toronto
When: January 4th, 2024 (7:00 PM)
Click here for more information.
11. Ring in 2025 with an Unforgettable Evening: New Year’s Eve – One Night Only An Exclusive Prix Fixe Dinner and Countdown Cocktail Party
This year, Chotto Matte is bringing something truly special to the New Year’s Eve: One Night Only celebrations with a one-of-a-kind experience combining exclusive menus, entertainment, live entertainment, and more. Our activation promises to deliver an unforgettable celebration, blending bold flavors, high energy, and a festive atmosphere to ring in 2025.
Where: Chotto Matte (161 Bay St, Toronto, ON, M5J 2S1)
When: December 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
12. Out of the Cold and Into the 80s: Exclusive New Year’s Eve Bash
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable retro experience! Step back into the 80s at El Mocambo, one of Toronto's most iconic venues, transformed into a vibrant, neon-lit paradise for one night only.Featuring a high-energy live performance by Neon Nostalgic, you'll dance the night away to your favorite 80s hits under the glow of the Neon Palms.This is more than just a party—it’s a celebration with a purpose. All NET proceeds will go to the Out of the Cold Foundation, supporting vital programs for those experiencing homelessness during the coldest months of the year.
Where: El Mocambo, Toronto
When: December 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
13. W Toronto NYE Masquerade Celebrationh
Unmask the extraordinary at W Toronto's NYE Masquerade in Living Room, where glamour and intrigue set the scene. Step into an exclusive night of allure and celebration in W's lobby bar with dazzling performances, electrifying live music and DJ's spinning till the countdown. Raise a glass with Moët & Chandon pouring all evening and dress to impress in your best masquerade mask. Indulge in W's exclusive table packages designed for groups to enjoy, featuring a bottle of Champagne, elevated canapés for the table, and a vibrant celebration that only W can deliver.
Where: W Toronto Hotel | 6th Floor Living Room (90 Bloor Street East, Toronto)
When: December 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
14. Skylight Rooftop NYE Taste & Toast Dinner
Toast to the new year with an unforgettable evening high above Yorkville at Skylight Rooftop, where opulence and elevated Mediterranean cuisine meet the magic of midnight. Choose from two exclusive dining experiences, including celebratory enchanting feasts, flowing bubbly and live entertainment all night long. Begin your celebration early with the First Seating’s elaborate five-course prix fixe menu, available from 6:00 PM or join us for the celebration countdown from 9:00 PM featuring a decadent six-course prix fixe to welcome the new year in style. Elevate each course with curated wine pairings, or indulge in the finest Champagne, caviar and foie gras a la carte. Prepaid ExperienceNon-Refundabl
Where: 90 Bloor St E
When: December 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
15. Disco Nouveau NYE
Toast to the new year with an unforgettable evening high above Yorkville at Skylight Rooftop, where opulence and elevated Mediterranean cuisine meet the magic of A Dance floor Dreamscape—a New Year’s Eve celebration in the Lobby, hosted by FUNCTION. Channeling the effervescence of old-school Ballroom, the dazzle of disco, and the magnetic allure of classic house, we’re bringing timeless glamour to ring in the future.
Where: Ace Hotel
When: December 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
16. Midnight Soiree NYE
Step into 2025 at Evangeline, where the rooftop pulses to the smooth rhythms of R&B, curated by Escape Tracks. With the city skyline as your backdrop and a special performance by a surprise guest, this promises to be a night to remember.
Where: Ace Hotel
When: December 31st, 2024
Click here for more information.
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