As the countdown to 2026 begins, Durham Region comes alive with a wide range of New Year’s Eve celebrations to suit every style and age group. From family-friendly festivities and elegant dinner-and-dance experiences to high-energy adult parties and late-night events, there are plenty of ways to ring in the New Year.
Below is a curated list of New Year’s Eve 2026 events and parties happening across the region.
Contents:
- New Year’s Eve Family Activities
- New Year’s Eve Parties, Dinner & Dance
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- Ajax
- Clarington
- Oshawa
- Pickering
- Whitby
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- New Year’s Day & Other Things to Do on New Year’s Eve
1. 2026 New Year’s Eve Family Activities & Celebrations
See Christmas Lights
Enjoy Christmas lights
- Whitby Lights’ the Night — Whitby Civic Park (555 Rossland Road)
- Journey into Enchantment Drive-thru — Ajax Downs Racetrack, 50 Alexander’s Crossing, Ajax
- Uxbridge Optimist Fantasy of Lights — Elgin Park, Elgin Park Drive, Uxbridge
Ajax Family New Year’s Eve Party
The Ajax Family New Year’s Eve Party delivers a fantastic event for the whole family. This event features arts & crafts, interactive activities, public skating, and more. Party favours are included as participants gather on the ice rink for a special countdown and balloon drop at 9 p.m. It’s a great way to ring in the New Year! Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Ajax Community Center, 75 Centennial Road, Ajax
Free
Pickering New Year’s Eve
ring the family for an evening of fun, music, and activities before the big countdown.
In the lobby, enjoy family games, crafts, and music. At 8:30 pm, Mayor and/or Council will welcome guests and lead the countdown and balloon drop as Auld Lang Syne plays.
Wednesday, December 31 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Road, Pickering
Free
HOOK: A NEW FAMILY MUSICAL
In the grand British tradition where audiences cheer the hero and boo the villain, Hook shifts the focus of the timeless classic Peter Pan to focus on our anti-hero, the one and only, Captain Hook!
This production will feature flashy musical numbers, outrageous costumes, comedy, magic, mayhem, and of course…you’re part of the show!
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 2 PM
Town Hall 1873 Theatre, 302 Queen St, Port Perry
$26 to $40
Oshawa Celebrates 2026
Kick off the new year at this free family-friendly event, which will feature skating, swimming, live entertainment, children’s activities, and more.
Wednesday, December 31 | 6 PM to 9 PM
Delpark Homes Centre, 1661 Harmony Rd. N., Oshawa
Free
Outdoor Winter Activities
II. 2026 New Year’s Eve Parties/Dinner in Durham Region
Ajax New Year’s Eve Parties/Dinner
1. New Year’s Eve Annual Celebration
It’s the perfect excuse to dress up, enjoy an amazing meal, put on your dancing shoes, and join us in ringing in the New Year in style! This vintage-themed menu starts with charcuterie and hors d’oeuvres, followed by spiced roasted cauliflower soup. The second course features watercress and wild mushroom salad. The duo entrée offers grilled beef tenderloin paired with oven-roasted Tuscan chicken, duchesse potatoes, and root vegetable medley. A vegetarian option includes tofu, spaghetti, and squash Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 6 PM – 1 AM @ Ajax Convention Centre, 550 Beck Crescent, Ajax | $165 per person
Call – 905-428-9993 for tickets.
2. New Year’s Eve @ The Edge Lounge
It’s time for our biggest celebration of the year, and we want YOU to experience it with us at The EDGE LOUNGE! With performance from Spitfire Kings. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 7 PM – 3 AM @ The Edge Lounge, 20-250 Bayly Street West, Ajax | $60.00 PER PERSON and include: Buffet Dinner, Party Favours & Champagne At Midnight. After 9PM ticket prices are $30.00 per person.- Call – 905-426-9692
3. Ajax Legion New Year’s Eve Celebration
Entertainment by “Just Us“ includes Buffet Dinner & Dance.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 6 PM –12 AM @ Royal Canadian Legion Branch 322 – Ajax | $75 per person
4. Cloud Nine Bar & Grill New Year’s Eve Celebration
Ring in the New Year with an energetic celebration at Cloud Nine Bar. Enjoy light appetizers, a live DJ spinning all night with an immersive party light show, and interactive entertainment throughout the evening. A strolling magician adds surprise and flair, while a tarot card reader offers playful insights into the year ahead for those looking to start 2026 with a touch of mystery and fun.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 6 PM –12 AM @ Cloud Nine Bar & Grill, 368 Bayly Street West, Ajax | $22.90 & up
5. Solstice – A New Year’s Eve affair of distinction
Solstice presents a refined New Year’s Eve celebration defined by elegance and intention. Guests are invited to dress formally and enjoy curated dining within a timeless, elevated atmosphere. The late-evening event culminates in a celebratory ball drop and midnight champagne toast.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 10 PM – 4 AM @ 513 Studio, 513 Westney Road S, Ajax | $38.61 & up
2. Clarington New Year’s Eve
1. New Year’s Eve 2026 Stand-Up Comedy Show
Ring in 2026 with non stop laughter and good vibes! Comedy Nuggets brings you an unforgettable New Year’s Eve night of stand-up comedy featuring some of Canada’s funniest comedians, live on stage.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 8:00 PM & 10:30 PM — Includes NYE Countdown@ Volt Raceway, 2383 Durham Regional Hwy 2, Bowmanville | $40-$60
2. Frosty Johns Pub and Restaurant NYE
Spend New Year’s Eve with us at Frosty John’s!!! Ring in the new year with party favours, amazing food, and champagne at midnight.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 9 PM – 1 AM @ Frosty Johns Pub and Restaurant, 100 Mearns Ave # 7, Bowmanville | No Cover
3. Oshawa New Year’s Eve Parties/Dinner & Dance
1. New Year’s Eve @ Yuk Yuk’s
Enjoy a special dinner menu with Prime Rib at Wendel Clark’s and a show with a champagne toast at midnight and party favors. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 10 PM – 1 AM @ 67 Simcoe St N, Oshawa | Show only tickets: $68/ Dinner & Show tickets: $119.95 plus tax.
2. Professors of Funk New Years Eve
Join Professors of Funk on the dance floor as the 9-piece band sets the house on fire with two sets of classic funk, R&B, and soul. Don’t miss this unforgettable night, get your tickets now before they are gone! Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 8 PM @ Biltmore Theatre, 39 King St E, Oshawa | $29.50 to $34.50
3. NYE with SWEET SEROTONIN
Make this New Year’s Eve the most unforgettable night in Durham Region. SWEET SEROTONIN is your feel-good NYE dance party featuring the sweetest hits from the 2000s to today. Dance under the disco ball to a high-vibe mix of Dance, Pop, Hip-Hop, R&B, throwbacks, and remixes. Enjoy festive food + drink specials, a candy bar, party energy all night, and the perfect vibe to ring in 2026 feeling fantastic. Grab your crew, dress to feel good, and celebrate NYE in downtown Oshawa’s most fun cocktail lounge.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 8 PM @ BOND|ST Event Centre, 44 Bond St. E., Oshawa | $10 & up
4. NYE Dinner Baxters Landing
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a festive four-course prix fixe menu and lively atmosphere. Enjoy curated courses with seafood, premium meats, and vegetarian options, followed by an indulgent dessert. The evening includes a complimentary sparkling toast at midnight, party favours, and DJ-driven entertainment with a photo booth. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 4 PM inwards @ Baxters Landing, 419 King St. W, Oshawa | $65four course dinner
5. New Year’s Eve @ Club 717
Join us for an unforgettable night featuring delicious appetizers, festive party favours, and a champagne toast at midnight. Dance the night away with friends, new and old, as we welcome the New Year together in Durham Region’s only dedicated 2SLGBTQIA+ space.
This year’s event is semi-formal attire, so come dressed to impress and ready to celebrate in true Club 717 fashion!
Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 9 PM – 3 AM @ Club 717, 7-717 Wilson Road South, Oshawa |$35 & up
6. New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance Party
Join Us at Club Loreley to Ring in the New Year! We are hosting a formal 3-course sit-down dinner with the doors opening at 4:30 pm. We will ring in the German New Year at 6:00 pm and wrap up at 7:30 pm. Everyone can get home early to ring in the local New Year at Midnight. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 4:30 PM @ Club Loreley, 389 Dean Ave, Oshawa | Ccourse Dinner – $80 || Call (905)728-9221 or email events@clubloreley.org
7. The Canadian Brewhouse NYE
Join us at Our House to ring in the New Year in style!
Your ticket includes: entry, a midnight pizza bar, and a midnight champagne toast.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 9 PM – 3 AM @ The Canadian Brewhouse, 2710 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa | $19.99/Per Person (Taxes & Fees)
8. NYE Dinner Wildfire Oshawa
Ring in the New Year in style with a choice of a 3-course or 4-course menu. This New Year’s Eve offers two curated dining experiences. Early seating features a multi-course menu beginning with artisanal bread, followed by refined appetizers, premium mains such as short rib, striploin, salmon, duck, or stuffed eggplant, and classic desserts. Late seating elevates the experience with a welcome prosecco, amuse-bouche, expanded appetizer and main selections, premium accompaniments, and indulgent desserts. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025| 3:00-6:00 PM & 6:30 PM to late @ Wildfire Oshawa, 540 King St W, Oshawa | Early Seating for $85/Late Seating for $120
9. New Year’s Eve @ Whisky Jones
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 7:00 PM @ Whisky Johns, 843 King St West, Oshawa | TBA for tickets contact (905) 571-4533
4. Pickering New Year’s Eve Parties
1. Port Restaurant NYE
Ring in New Year’s Eve down by the bay!
An elegant four-course prix fixe menu offering refined choices at every stage. Begin with comforting soup, fresh salad, or baked brie, followed by pasta, scallops, or duck. Mains include veal, lamb, beef Wellington, seafood, or vegetarian agnolotti. Finish with indulgent desserts such as crème brûlée, cheesecake, tiramisu, or affogato.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 @ 1289 Wharf St Bay Ridges, Pickering | $120 Four Course Prix Fixe Menu / Limited a-la-carte available
2. Mansion Kitchen + Bar NYE
Experience an unforgettable night of good food, drinks, and live entertainment. Papa Chunks DJing Top 40, Old School & More!
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 9 PM onwards @ Mansion Kitchen + Bar, 1294 Kingston Rd, Pickering | $20 Admission
3. Moxies NYE
Enjoy a delicious 3-course meal offering a choice of comforting starters, flavourful entrées, and indulgent desserts. Options range from clam chowder or fresh salads to chicken, salmon, sirloin, or vegetarian bowls, with optional steak upgrades. Desserts include sticky toffee pudding or white chocolate brownie, complemented by featured wines and champagne.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | From 5 PM to late @ 1815 Liverpool Road, Pickering | $59 or $69 per person
5. Whitby New Year’s Eve Parties
1. New Year’s Eve at 12welve Bistro
Ring in the New Year at 12welve Bistro. Enjoy a delicious selection of mains, including Rack of Lamb, Steak & Lobster, Seafood Pasta, Stuffed Chicken, plus vegan and vegetarian options. Start your evening with us and celebrate before heading out to toast the new year at midnight! Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 @ 244 Brock Street South 2nd Floor Whitby
2. New Year’s Eve at KB Food
Celebrate New Year’s Eve with two elegant dinner seatings, offering a refined New Year’s Eve dining experience. Early seating features four courses, while late seating expands to five, culminating in a champagne toast at midnight. Menus highlight seasonal soups and salads, refined starters, risotto, seafood, premium meats, thoughtful vegetarian options, and indulgent desserts. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 6 PM to 1 AM @ 120 Brock St N, Whitby | $75 per guest 4 course to $95 per guest for 5 course
3. Lone Star Cantina NYE Party!
Join us for a full NYE experience. Enjoy a 3-Course Dinner includes queso and chips, entrées like sizzling fajitas, birria tacos or a giant chimichanga, plus churros for dessert! PLUS a complimentary glass of bubbly, prizes, and nonstop celebrations. Happy Hour kicks off at 8 pm with $4.99 beer, $9.99 margaritas, late-night bites from $4.99, and our DJ will keep the party going all night long. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 8 PM to Late @ 75 Consumers Dr, Whitby | 3-Course Dinner for Two for just $59.99
4. New Year’s Eve at Butchie’s
Owned by Food Network Personality Chef Andrea Nicholson, Butchie’s is a great place to have NYE dinner! Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 @ 939 Dundas Street West Whitby | From Menu
5. New Year’s Eve at Bella Notte Ristorante
Book a table at Bella Notte Ristorante to welcome 2026 and enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine!
They also have special NYE takeout options from 3pm-8pm on Dec 31. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 @ 3570 Brock St. N Whitby | $295 + HST, serving 4 to 6 people.
III. Things To Do on New Year’s Eve/Day
New Year’s Day Polar Bear Swim
Also known as the “Dash of Insanity” and the “Plunge for Life” swimmers will brave the icy cold waters of Lake Ontario in Bond Head, Newcastle, at 2 pm. Come early to register and to enjoy food and music! Details
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | 12:45 PM. – 3:00 PM
Bond Head Parkette, Newcastle
$40
Oshawa Generals
vs. Ottawa 67’s. Details
Thursday, January 1, 2026 | 2:05 PM
Tribute Communities, 99 Athol St. East, Oshawa
$27.50 to $44.50
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Any NYE with a Big Band theme for 2017?
Hi there , just wondering ... all the dates say the year 2015 .. is this correct???
Yes. The article is not yet updated to reflect 2017 New Year's Eve (Dec 31, 2016).