2026 New Year’s Eve Family Activities, Events & Fireworks in and around Vancouver.
Whether you want to stay up until midnight or enjoy a fun theatre show and then go for a New Year’s Eve Skate, there are plenty of options to welcome 2026 in and around Vancouver.
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Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in Vancouver
New Year’s Eve Variety Show
Fun for all ages, but not just for kids! Hosted by funny-man Daniel Zindler at the Vancouver Playhouse, featuring acrobats, jugglers, aerialists, magicians and more. The show ends hours before midnight with one of Vancouver’s biggest balloon drop, leaving you our guests enough time to get home to bed with the little ones or continue the festivities elsewhere to ring in 2026. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton St, Vancouver
$35.50 & up+fees
New Year’s Eve Family Party
Rocky Mountain Flatbread is hosting a New Year’s Eve Family Party. An event with lots of New Year’s Eve activities for the kids, including: A Sparkling Drinks Trolley, New Year’s Eve Pizza Making, Face Painting and New Year’s Eve Count Down. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 4:15 PM & 6:00 PM
Rocky Mountain Flatbread, 4186 Main Street, Vancouver
$30 per child (two years old and older)
New Year’s Eve Skate
Come and celebrate winter in style with free skating in the heart of downtown Vancouver with entertainment by DJ-El-Niño. Details
December 31, 2025 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
12 Days of Christmas Skate: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Robson Square Ice Rink, Vancouver
FREE
Family Fun Theatre Shows and Other Fun Events on New Year;s Eve
- Fly with Santa and his elves on a magical flight across Canada and on to the North Pole! Stop by the festive outdoor sightseeing deck to enjoy Christmas lights, hot drinks, seasonal snacks and holiday melodies.@ FlyOver Canada
- Delight in Scuba Claus visits, magical aquatic displays, and special seasonal activities at Vancouver Aquarium on NYE where you’ll create and continue traditions, making memories that will last a lifetime. Hours on NYE: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Gastown is transforming into a holiday wonderland, inviting guests to experience The Magic of Gastown—a neighbourhood-wide holiday celebration filled with festive entertainment, nostalgic traditions, immersive experiences and creative displays from local businesses.
- Disney’s FROZEN: Experience the magic of the beloved animated movie live before your eyes! Revel in showstopping favourites such as “Let It Go,” “For the First Time in Forever,” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and delight in enchanting new ones. — December 31 | 1 PM & 7 PM @ Stanley Industrial Alliance Stage, 2750 Granville Street, Vancouver
- East Van Panto: West Van Story: When a freak atmospheric tsunami strands West Van influencer Holly, and her curling crew The Hurry Hards, deep in the wilds of East Van, she’s ready for disaster — but not the romantic kind. Enter Joes: charming, striking, and a proud member of The East Van Pets… their sworn enemies! — December 31 | 2 PM @ York Theatre, 639 Commercial Drive, Vancouver
- Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women: Set in 19th-century New England, Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women follows the four March sisters—independent Jo (Kate Besworth), traditional Meg (Elizabeth Barrett), shy Beth (Ming Hudson), and vivacious Amy (Kaitlyn Yott)—as they navigate love, loss, and the difficulties of young adulthood during the Civil War. — December 31 | 1 PM & 7 PM @ Granville Island Stage, 1585 Johnston Street, Vancouver
- Jack and the Beanstalk – A Traditional British Pantomime: If you’ve bean-stalking Metro for a while, you know our panto is our silliest-and most beloved-tradition. Boo the villain, cheer the heroes, and laugh ’til the cows come home! That’s RIGHT! — Wednesday
December 31, 2025 | 2:00 PM @ Metro Theatre, 1370 Marine Drive SW, Vancouver
Light Displays on New Year’s Eve
- Enjoy the splendid lights at Lights of Hope @ 1081 Burrard Street, Vancouver.
- Stroll with friends and family through interactive themed areas, and watch the famous dancing lights show on Livingstone Lake at VanDusen Festival of Lights on December 31 | 4 pm to 10 pm @ VanDusen Botanical Garden
- Destination Downtown – See over 100+ lit trees along the Coal Harbour Seawall from Canada Place to Cardero Park.
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in Burnaby
Festive Village
December 31, 2025 |1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel – 6501 Deer Lake Avenue, Burnaby
Free Gate Admission
New Year’s Eve Public Skate
Drop-in, have fun gliding on the ice and enjoy family-friendly activities. Details
December 31, 2025 | 10-11:15 am & 1-3 pm
Kensington Complex,
6159 Curtis Street, Burnaby
Regular Rates Apply
Holiday Light Displays
Enjoy Burnaby’s bright lights this holiday season! Details
December 31, 2025
Various, Burnaby
Free
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in Coquitlam
Lights at Lafarge
The dazzling light displays that encircle the 1.2 km Lafarge Lake loop will be on at dusk. Lace up your walking shoes (or slip on your rain boots) and embark on the 1.2 km lake loop. Details
December 31, 2025 | 4PM - 11 PM
Town Centre Park, 1299 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Free
QuiRING In The New Year
An annual tradition at Evergreen, join the Quiring Chamber Players (Reg Quiring & Rosemary O’Connor) and special guest musicians for a new Chamber Music concert to celebrate New Year’s Eve. Details
December 31, 2025 | 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Evergreen Cultural Centre
1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Adults: $53 | Seniors: $46 | Students: $16
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in Delta
Winter Wonderland Skates
See Delta ice arenas transformed into a twinkling winter wonderland! Join us at North Delta Recreation Centre or South Delta Recreation Centre for skating and holiday cheer with friends and family. Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | Various Times
North Delta Recreation Centre, 11415 84th Avenue, Delta & South Delta Recreation Centre, 1720 56th Avenue, Delta
Regular drop-in fees apply.
Ladner Pioneer Library Noon Year’s Eve
Let’s ring in the new year at noon! Families, join us for a story, craft, music and dancing to ring in 2026! Details
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 11:30 PM to 12:30 PM
Ladner Pioneer Library, 4683 51 Street, Delta
free
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in Richmond
NYE Skate – Winter Wonderland
The perfect place for a holiday skate is Winter Wonderland at Minoru Arenas! Set under a canopy of twinkly lights with festive music, bring your family and friends to this annual wintertime activity. Details
December 31, 2025 | 11 AM – 12 PM
Minoru Arenas
7551 Minoru Gate
Regular admission rates apply
Annie
Join Annie this holiday season as she finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. This classic musical will tug at your heartstrings and have you hugging your family and friends close this Christmas. Details
December 31, 2025 | 1:00PM & 7:30PM (New Year’s Eve Toast)
Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road, Richmond
$25-$73
Steveston Festival of Trees
See trees decorated by local businesses as you tour the Cannery. The Gulf of Georgia Cannery Society and Steveston Merchants Association present Steveston’s annual Festival of Trees, inside the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site. Local merchants and community groups will show off their creative talents by decorating their own festive trees, which will be on display inside the historic cannery. Details
December 31, 2025 | 10 AM to 2 PM
Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, 12138 Fourth Ave., Richmond
Regular admission.
Noon Year’s Eve at Kidtropolis
Count down to the new year with your kids at 12 noon or at 3 p.m. at our Noon Year’s Eve Party! Ring in the New Year without having the little ones stay up past their bedtimes. Let’s celebrate together! There will be a balloon drop, dance party, noise makers, party hats and more!
December 31, 2025 | 10 AM – 1:30 PM & 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Kidtropolis, 110-5940 No. 2 Road, Richmond
$21
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in Port Coquitlam
NYE Skate – Winter in the City
Grab your skates, get on the ice, and enjoy the holiday spirit with festive skates at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre! Details
December 31, 2025
Family Play and Skate – 9:30 to 11am
Public Skate – 11:30am to 1pm & 1:30 to 3pm
Ring, Stick and Puck – 7:30 to 9am
Port Coquitlam Community Centre!
Regular admission rates apply
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in New Westminster
Capital City Arcade NYE
Family-friendly New Year’s Eve fun at Capital City Arcade! Each arcade admission receives entry into our hourly prize draws.
December 31 | 12 PM – 5 PM
Capital City Arcade, 457 E. Columbia Street, New Westminster
$10 to $32.50
Winter Discovery Days
Winter has arrived at the Fraser River, and we invite you to celebrate the season at the FRDC’s Winter Discovery Days. Things calm down at this time of year but there’re lots going on under the surface! Peek into the hidden happenings of winter where some species slow down… and others are hard at work! Details
December 31, 2025 | 10 AM – 4 PM
Fraser River Discovery Centre , 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster
$5-$20
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in North Vancouver
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Celebrate the new year at The Peak of Vancouver! There’s plenty of fun to be had – end the year on the slopes, take a stroll through our magical outdoor Light Walk, or watch our spectacular fireworks display at the Skating Pond with a live DJ. Details
December 31, 2025 | 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM, Fireworks Display: 9pm
Grouse Mountain, 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver
Regular Admission
Canyon Lights
Re-capture the feeling of wonder and excitement of the holiday season and be amazed by the hundreds of thousands of lights throughout the park. The suspension bridge, Treetops Adventure, Cliffwalk, the rainforest and canyon are transformed into a world of festive lights and visual enchantment. Details
December 31, 2025 | 11AM – 9PM;
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park – 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver
Regular Admission
New Year’s Eve DJ Party
Skate into the New Year with us at The Shipyards Skate Plaza! Start your evening celebrations off by joining us for free public skating with DJ jams from 5-8pm. Details
December 31, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Skate Plaza, The Shipyards, North Vancouver
Free
New Year’s at Noon
Ring in the New Year with your friends & family at MONOVA! Experience global traditions, enjoy delicious refreshments, and join us for a spectacular ball drop – all before lunchtime. Discover how different cultures welcome the new year and make memories together. Details
December 31, 2025 | 10 AM – 1 PM
MONOVA: Museum and Archives of North Vancouver, 115 West Esplanade, North Vancouver
Donation
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in Surrey
Winter Ice Palace
Enjoy New Year’s Eve at the Annual Winter Ice Palace! Experience a winter wonderland at Cloverdale Arena and enjoy this fun, seasonal event with your friends and family. Details
December 31, 2025 | 9:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30 pm
Cloverdale Ice Arena, 6090 176 St, Surrey
$5
Bear Creek Park Train Winterfest
Enjoy an enchanting train ride through interactive themed displays in the morning or chug through Bear Creek’s Enchanted Forest of Lights at night!
December 31, 2025| 10 AM – 4:30 PM
Bear Creek Park Train & Mini Golf, 13750 88th Avenue, Surrey
$12.50
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in White Rock
Bright Walk in White Rock
The magical light display features a 20-foot Christmas tree, a sparkling light tunnel, neon snowflakes, festive decor, a lit picture frame for photos, and more. Details
December 31, 2025 | dusk to dawn
Memorial Park and White Rock Pier, White Rock
Free
Holiday Break Skates: All That Glitters Skate
Wear sparkly attire for a New Year’s Eve skate. Details
December 31, 2025 |Family Stick N Puck: 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Family Skate: 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Memorial Park and White Rock Pier, White Rock
$4 (rentals are extra)
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in West Vancouver
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Celebrate the start of 2026 with us in our Downhill Area! We’ll have a DJ spinning on the patio from 5pm onwards, with food and drink specials all night with a stellar fireworks display at 8pm to finish off the night. Ski and ride your way into the new year with a bang!
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 3 PM – 10 PM
Fireworks: 8 PM
Downhill Area Patio, Cypress Mountain, 6000 Cypress Bowl Road, West Vancouver
Regular Admission
Dundarave Festival of Lights
The Forest of Miracles this season has over 150 beautifully decorated Christmas trees lining the West Vancouver Waterfront from the Grosvenor Ambleside Galleria to Dundarave Beach.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Dundarave Beach, Millennium Park and the Grosvenor Ambleside Galleria.
Free
Family Activities on New Year’s Eve in Whistler
New Year’s Eve in Whistler
Whistler’s New Year’s Eve Celebration schedule is designed to offer a diverse range of activities catering to various interests, from relaxation with yoga to the high-energy dance classes, outdoor activities like disco skating, and the grand finale of the Luminosity parade, Fire & Ice Show, and fireworks. It ensures a well-rounded and unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages.
Ring in the New Year early. Bundle up and head to Skier’s Plaza for a thrilling Fire & Ice Show, followed by a dazzling fireworks display at 9 PM.
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 9 AM – 9 PM
Fireworks: 9 PM@ Skiers Plaza
Various Venues – Whistler Conference Centre and The Arts Centre, Skier’s Plaza, Olympic Plaza Whistler
Free/ticketed events