Wondering what to do to welcome the new year? Here is a list of New Year’s Eve 2026 family events, dinners, and parties happening in and around Burlington, Milton, and Oakville.
Contents:
- Family New Year’s Eve Events
- New Year’s Eve Dine-In/Take-Out Meals and Adult Parties
- Generic NYE/Winter Activities
Please verify all details from event organizers / official websites (links given).
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For Toronto Events, see New Year’s Eve in Toronto
For Hamilton, see New Year’s Eve in Hamilton
I. Family New Year’s Eve
Winterlit – Enchanted Evenings – Milton
Mountsberg’s Winterlit Trail, now more magical with art installations and lighting, offers an enchanting walk through illuminated woods. New Year’s Eve features live music, food, performers, and interactive activities, creating a memorable experience.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Mountsberg Conservation Area,2259 Milburough Line, Campbellville
$31/adult, $26/senior or child, child 4 and under free
Ride the RBG Express – Burlington
All aboard! Take a ride on the RBG Express through the winter beauty of Hendrie Park. The train is available for paid rides throughout the garden. Warm up with a hot chocolate and cookie from The Greenhouse Café before or after your train ride! (Food & Drink not included in the cost of the ride).
December 31 | First train is at 10:15 AM, and the last train is at 2:15 PM
Royal Botanical Garden – Hendrie Park, 680 Plains Road West, Burlington
$10 per train car + General admission
Tim Hortons Free Skating – Burlington
The City of Burlington offers free skating during the winter break, thanks to the sponsorship from Tim Hortons. Drop-in only, no online reservation is needed. Skate is first come, first serve until capacity is reached.
December 31 | 9:30 PM- 2 PM
Appleby Ice Centre, Burlington
Free
Howl’n New Years – Oakville
Join a park naturalist after dark for a Coyote Howl guided walk as we discover a little bit more about one of the park’s most misunderstood creatures. No reservations required. Each hike runs for approximately 30 minutes. Everyone is then invited to gather around the bonfire, roast some marshmallows, then ring in the New Year with noisemakers in hand with a kids countdown at 8:30pm.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 6 PM to 8:30 PM
Bronte Creek Provincial Park, 1219 Burloak Drive, Oakville
Park Admission
Ring in 2026 – Milton
Residents and visitors are invited to join Mayor Krantz in Victoria Park, next to Town Hall, for a bell ringing and festive gathering to celebrate 2026.
December 31 | 11:45 PM
Victoria Park, 43 Brown Street, Milton
Free
Michael Harrison: Ventastic – Oakville
From America’s Got Talent, Canada’s top ventriloquist, Michael Harrison, has risen to become one of the most booked comedy ventriloquists in the world and Disney’s most beloved performers. An extraordinarily talented ventriloquist, comedian and master showman combines his many talents into this laugh-out-loud, one-man tour de force. Watch your family and friends get puppeted on stage, as he turns ventriloquism upside-down with one-of-a-kind routines. Prepare to be amazed! Michael pulls back the curtain on the boundless creativity and imagination that fuels the show, bringing it roaring to life! Whether you’re 4 or 94, there’s something for everyone. His message is simple: Embrace your creativity and chase your dreams with everything you’ve got!
December 31 | 1 PM & 4 PM
AEG Liebherr Auditorium, Oakville Centre, Oakville
$30
New Year’s Eve at Splitsville Burlington
Ring in 2026 at Splitsville Bowl with a lively New Year’s Eve experience featuring unlimited bowling, arcade games, music, and food. Packages include 10 p.m. entry, bowling for up to six guests, welcome drinks, a large pizza, fries, and six $11 arcade cards.
December 31 | 10PM
Splitsville Burlington, 830 Laurentian Dr, Burlington
$30 per person
KIDS NYE PARTY – Burlington
Kick off the celebration early with our family-friendly Kids’ New Year’s Eve Party at District Kitchen & Bar! Perfect for little partygoers, this early evening event is packed with fun, food, and a countdown they won’t have to stay up past bedtime for. Details
December 31, 2025 | 4:00PM – 6:00PM
District Kitchen + Bar – 335 Plains Rd E, Burlington
Kids 0-12: $32.00 (13% HST & 15% Gratuity included) | adults $0
Turtle Jack’s – Halton Region
Turtle Jack’s is inviting families to celebrate New Year’s Eve together with an evening focused on food, fun, and shared moments. The event features dinner reservations at set times, early countdowns with balloon drops, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere designed to help guests ring in 2026 before midnight.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 4:30pm & 7:00pm
Countdowns & Balloon Drops at 6:00pm & 8:30pm
360 Dundas Street East, Oakville
1101 Maple Avenue, Milton
900 Maple Avenue, Burlington
1900 Appleby Line,, Burlington
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Holiday Light Displays
Explore the splendid displays before they close for the season.
- Lakeside Festival of Lights @ Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
- Winter Wonders @ Royal Botanical Gardens – Hendrie Park, Plains Road West, Burlington
- Light up the Hills @ Various Venues, Halton Hills
Outdoor Winter Activities
II. New Year’s Eve Take-Out/Dine-in Meals & Adult Parties
New Year’s Party Gala Celebration
Welcome 2026 at the Burlington Convention Centre’s New Year’s Banquet Party Gala with an evening of entertainment, food, and celebration. Guests can enjoy an open bar, a champagne toast at midnight, live DJ music, and a festive balloon drop, along with European pastries and a late-night buffet. Free parking adds convenience to the night. Details
December 31, 2025 | 7 PM
Burlington Convention Centre
1120 Burloak Dr, Burlington
$165 pp
Earls NYE
December 31, 2025 | All day
Earls Kitchen + Bar, A-25 900 Maple Ave, Burlington
Burlington Singles New Year’s Party: A Midnight Soiree
Ring in 2026 at SITC’s Burlington Singles New Year’s Eve Party! Join mature singles at Jacksons Landing for an upscale evening of connection, appetizers, a midnight champagne toast, party favors, and music by a top DJ. This glamorous event in the West GTA is the perfect chance to meet someone special and celebrate in style.
Wednesday December 31, 2025 | 9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Jacksons Landing, 5000 New Street, Burlington
$50-$70
Bollywood Glitz & Glamour: New Year’s Eve 2026
Celebrate the arrival of 2026 at a glamorous Bollywood-inspired New Year’s Eve celebration. The evening features a red carpet entrance, live MC, DJ-led Bollywood beats, belly and samba dance performances, a fire show, multi-course dining, cocktails, party favors, and a midnight champagne toast with a countdown and fireworks, all set within an elegant, high-energy atmosphere.
December 31, 2025 | 6 PM – 1 AM
Oakville Legacy Banquet Hall, 1173 North Service Road East, Oakville
$100; Child – 5 to 12 years of age: $70; Child – under 5 years requiring a seat: 45.00
Hexagon New Year’s Eve Dinner
Choose between the tasting menu or a la carte menu . Details
December 31, 2025 |
Hexagon, 210 Lakeshore Rd E, Oakville
Varies to $195
New Year’s Eve at Piper Arms Pub
Piper Arms Pub is welcoming the New Year with live music from Andrew Irving, setting the tone for a lively evening. Guests can also experience the tradition of the UK Seven Bells ringing at 7 p.m., marking an early countdown moment before the celebrations continue into the night.
December 31, 2025 | 4 PM onwards
Piper Arms Pub Burlington, 4155 Fairview St Unit 1, Burlington
Varies
Marquee Steakhouse & Piano Lounge
Ring in 2026 with fantastic food & live music at Marquee. Our Chef’s have curated a multi-course custom menu. Talented musical acts will perform for your entertainment throughout the evening. O Details
Tuesday, December 31, 2024 | 4:30 PM onwards
Marquee Steakhouse & Piano Lounge
500 Steeles Ave E #2, Milton
$149 per person
New Year’s Eve Bash
Join us for a delicious roast beef dinner followed by a lively dance to welcome in the new year. Don’t miss out on this fantastic evening of great food, dancing, and celebration. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 6:00 PM
Royal Candian Legion, 21 Charles Street, Milton
$50 to $55
Pepperwood Brewery New Year’s Eve Dinner
December 31, 2025
Pepperwood Brewery and Catering, 1455 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
Varies
NYE at Spencer’s
Book a table at Spencer’s on NYE with à la carte menu featuring Prime Rib, Halibut, and bubbly. The Observatory overlooking the lake turns into the heart of the celebration with a DJ, a full cash bar, solid small bites, and a midnight toast at 9 p.m. Guests joining us for dinner after 9pm will have complimentary entry to the party. Details
December 31, 2025 | 5 PM
Spencer’s At The Waterfront, 1340 Lakeshore Road, Burlington
à la carte menu/$50 menu
New Year’s Eve Tasting Menu
Loondocks is offering a seven-course New Year’s Eve tasting menu designed to ring in the new year with refined flavours. The evening begins with an amuse bouche and progresses through soups, salads, scallops, sorbet, and a choice of duck confit or smoked halibut, finishing with raspberry and white chocolate cheesecake. Wine pairings and dietary accommodations are available. Details
December 31, 2024 | 5 PM onwards
Loondocks Appleby Village, 5111 New St. Burlington
$135 per person.
New Year’s Eve Bash
Join us for our Black & Gold New Year’s Bash! Enjoy live music, complimentary late-night snacks, and a midnight champagne toast. Dress in black and gold for this 19+ event.
December 31, 2025 | 9 PM – 2 AM
Blk Swan Kitchen Pub
3420 Rebecca St, Oakville
380 Brant St, Burlington
4040 Palladium Way, Burlington
$45 per person
The Port House New Year’s Eve Party
Ring in 2026 with a lively New Year’s Eve celebration featuring food, drinks, music, and a festive atmosphere. The evening includes live music during dinner, a DJ-led dance party, a curated multi-course menu, elegant décor, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight, culminating in a celebratory countdown to welcome the new year.Details
December 31, 2025 | 7:00 PM to 2 AM
The Port House Social Bar and Kitchen, 2020 Lakeshore Road, Burlington
$4o (Party) to $120 (Dinner & Party)
NYE @ District Kitchen & Bar
Enjoy a 3-course prix-fixe meal, 4 drink tickets, party favors, a midnight toast, and DJ-led dancing from 9 PM. Savor gourmet dishes like prime rib or branzino and decadent desserts. Seated reservations start at 7 PM—celebrate with great food, drinks, and music in style! Details
December 31, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 2:00AM
District Kitchen & Bar, 335 Plains Rd E, Burlington
$115 all in
Jacksons Landing/Harpers Landing NYE Dinner
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 7 PM
Jacksons Landing, 5000 New St Burlington; Harpers Landing, 481 Cornwall Road Oakville
$65 four course dinner (optional)
New Year’s Eve 2025 Dance with Fiddlestix
Dance hosted by Fiddlestix. Come and enjoy a musical evening with Bronte’s favourite Band, Champagne at midnight, Party Favours, Pizza and Snacks, Prizes, 50/50 Draw, Coffee/Tea Station and Cash Bar.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 7:30 PM to 1 PM
79 Jones Street, Oakville
$75+taxes
New Year’s Eve 2025 Dance with Fiddlestix
Dance hosted by Fiddlestix. Come and enjoy a musical evening with Bronte’s favourite Band, Champagne at midnight, Party Favours, Pizza and Snacks, Prizes, 50/50 Draw, Coffee/Tea Station and Cash Bar.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 7:30 PM to 1 PM
79 Jones Street, Oakville
$75+taxes
Casa Americo
Welcome 2026 with delicious feast ranging from creamy starters to indulgent mains and dreamy desserts.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 11:30 am-9 pm
144 Main St E, Milton
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Hi,
I was just wondering when this page will be updated for 2022.
Thanks
By December 24th
Don't forget about Live Music at Monaghan's New Years Eve. Facebook @monaghansoakville or http://www.monaghans.ca
Any NYE celebrations with a Big Band theme?