You and the kids can have a blast this New Year’s Eve with all the events happening around Toronto. Everything from fireworks to ice skating to theatrical performances will keep the whole family entertained as you welcome 2017!
NYE at Nathan Philips Square
Description: Head downtown to Nathan Philips Square for the biggest skating and dance party happening in the city. Fireworks and shows will be sure to keep everyone entertained till 2017.
Location: Nathan Philips Square
Time: 8 pm to 1 am
Price: FREE
DJ Skate Nights: A NYE Skating Jam Named Saturdays
Description: Skate by the lake at this family-friendly skating party with DJ-spun tunes. Skate and helmet rentals are available.
Location: Harbourfront Centre, Natrel Rink, 235 Queens Quay W.
Time: 8 pm–2 am
Price: Free; skate rentals $8 adults, $6 kids
New Year’s Eve Fun for Families (Whitby)
Description: An evening of family fun with public skating indoors, a figure-skating show (6 pm) and hockey demonstration (7:30 pm), plus face-painting, a clown, hands-on ice-painting, balloon-twisting, and food and drinks for purchase.
Location: Iroquois Park Sports Centre, 500 Victoria St. W., Whitby
Time: 6 pm–9 pm
Price: Free
First Night (Richmond Hill)
A magician, balloon twisting, indoor carnival games, life-size board games, inflatables, toddler play area, live music, and a 9 pm countdown and fireworks are some of the fun family events on in Richmond Hill this year. Read more>> Arrive early—indoor space is limited. Read more>> Richmond Green Sports Centre, 1300 Elgin Mills Rd. E., Richmond Hill 6 pm–9 pm Free
Noon Year’s Eve
Description: Midnight a little too late for the little ones? No problem! York Woods Library is hosting an early New Year’s party. There will be plenty of crafts and activities, plus an exciting countdown to noon! All ages are welcome.
Location: York Woods, 1785 Finch Avenue West
Time: 11 am to 12 pm
Price: FREE
Eat to Feed TO – The NYE Socially Good Dining Experience
Description: Indulge in a delicious dining experience, suitable for the whole family, which gives back to the community. 100% of the proceeds from the event are donated to Building Roots TO, with a menu that features fresh and organic ingredients.
Location: Harvest Kitchen, 124 Harbord Street
Time: 6 pm to 9 pm
Price: $50 to $80
Disney on Ice presents Dream Big
Description: Adventure is waiting and courage is calling; in Disney on Ice presents Dream Big, Tinker Bell leads the way with some enchanted pixie dust and takes you on a grand journey through beloved Disney tales. Believing is just the beginning as you visit Ariel the fearless dreamer, sisters Anna and Elsa, and many other princesses who remind you to be strong, kind, and courageous.
Location: Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way
Time: 12 pm
Price: $28 and up https://www.ticketmaster.ca/Rogers-Centre-tickets-
NYE 2017 Mississauga
Description: Start 2017 off with joyous festivities by visiting Celebration Square for live music, delicious food trucks, fun activities for the whole family, and breathtaking fireworks at midnight.
Location: 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
Time: 8 pm to 12:15 am
Price: FREE
Christmas in the Valley at Todmorden Mills Heritage Site
Description: Step back in time to experience Christmas in the 1890s and the 1940s as you sample historic recipes, make take-home crafts, and explore the winter-themed outdoor experience of the Wildflower Preserve.
Location: 67 Pottery Road
Time: 10 am to 2 pm
Price: $3.76 for children, $4.42 for youth and seniors, $7.08 for adults
Sleeping Beauty – Ross Petty Productions
Description: In this Deliriously Dreamy Family Musical, you and the kids will get to watch the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty unfold on the stage, making New Year’s Eve a memorable experience for the whole family.
Location: Elgin Theatre, 189 Yonge Street
Time: 2 pm
Price: $27 – $69 for children, $27 – $99 for adults, and $256 for family 4-pack
New Year’s Eve Ice Jam
Description: Pack up the thermos and skates for the entire family and head to the Ice Jam event, where DJ P-Plus will be playing the hottest songs of 2016. Be sure to dress warm and prepared to have fun!
Location: Natrel Rink, 235 Queens Quay West
Time: 8 pm to 1 am
Price: FREE
Glama Gal NYE Party
Description: Families with young girls are invited to come out to this NYE event that’s fit for a princess. There will be a dance party, manicures, scrumptious treats, and lovely makeovers.
Location: Different locations for Toronto and surrounding cities (check website for details)
Time: 10 am to 12 pm and 12 pm to 2 pm
Price: $39 per guest
Seussical the Musical
Description: “A person’s a person no matter how small,” and this musical exemplifies that—kids will be swept up in the whimsy and mischief of the most famous Dr. Seuss tales.
Location: Young People’s Theatre, 165 Front Street East
Time: 2:30 pm
Price: $10 – $41
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