Hamilton 
Wondering what to do to welcome the new year? Here is a list of New Year’s Eve/Day 2026 activities & events happening in and around Hamilton.
Contents
1. New Year’s Eve Family Activities
2. New Year’s Eve Parties/Adult events /Dinner & Dance
3. More Things To Do on New Year’s Eve
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I. New Years Eve Fireworks & Family Activities
Mountsberg Conservation Area, 2259 Milburough Line, Campbellville
December 31, 2025 To February 16, 2026
$14 - $31
Stroll the Illuminated Sugar Bush Trail and then make your way over to the Winterlit Trail for an experience with a little extra sparkle. »
Various Branches, Hamilton Public Library, Hamilton
December 31, 2025
Free
Ring in 2026 early. Drop in for activities and games and then celebrate with a little dancing and a countdown at Noon. »
District Kitchen & Bar, 335 Plains Rd E Burlington
December 31, 2025
$0.00 – $32.00
Join us for a kids celebration! »
Southcote 53 Tap and Grill, 534 Garner Road East, Ancaster
December 31, 2025
$0.00 – $32.00
Join us for a kids celebration! »
The Powerhouse, 21 Jones St. Stoney Creek
December 31, 2025
$0.00 – $32.00
Join us for a kids celebration! »
Splitville Bowl, 1525 Stone Church Rd. East, Hamilton
December 31, 2025
$30 & up
Roll into New Year’s Eve 2026 the fun way 🎳✨ Celebrate NYE at Splitsville Bowl with unlimited bowling, arcade games, food, drinks, and non-stop party vibes. Skip the ... »
Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
November 28, 2025 To January 6, 2026
Free
Experience the sparkle of the season as Burlington’s waterfront transforms into a glowing winter wonderland! »
See Christmas Lights and Decorations
- Lakeside Festival of Lights – Stroll through the 60 magical lighting displays illuminating Burlington’s waterfront | December 31 | All day and night; January 1 | 4:00 PM – Midnight @ Spencer Smith Park, 1400 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
- Brantford Lights at Glenhyrst – Glenhyrst Art Gallery gardens transformed into an illuminated wonderland | December 31 & January 1 | 6 PM – 9 PM @ Glenhyrst Art Gallery of Brant, 20 Ava Rd, Brantford
- Winterlit – Nature Illuminated – Explore illuminated trails | December 31 | 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM; January 1 | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM @ Mountsberg Conservation Area, 2259 Milburough Line, Campbellville
- Simcoe Panorama – Enjoy twinkling lights | December 31 & January 1 | 6 PM – 10 PM @ Wellington Park, 50 Bonnie Drive, Simcoe
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II. New Years Eve Parties/Adult events /Dinner & Dance
Germania Club, 863 King Street East, Hamilton
December 31, 2025
905-549-0513
$75 - $85
Ring in the New Year on German Time with Die Powerhaus Band. »
The Port House Social Bar & Kitchen, 2020 Lakeshore Rd, Burlington
December 31, 2025
$49.64 - $145.92
Ring in 2026 at The Port House, Burlington's NYE bash! Indulge in a 4-course dinner with Live music and a DJ Ring the New Year with Us! »
Carmen's Banquet Centre, 1520 Stone Church Rd E, Hamilton
December 31, 2025
905-387-9490
$158.36
Celebrate NYE at Carmens with a gourmet 4-course dinner, deluxe bar, late-night buffet, live music by Reflexion, and a midnight toast! »
Leander Boat Club, 50 Leander Drive, Hamilton
December 31, 2025
$35
Join us for our 6th Annual NYE celebration at the Leander overlooking Burlington Bay. Dance and Party into 2025 with Jack de Keyzer and band »
The Powerhouse, 21 Jones St. Stoney Creek
December 31, 2025
$144.10
Celebrate the New Year in style with an unforgettable evening filled with great food, drinks, and music! »
Southcote 53 Tap and Grill, 534 Garner Road East, Ancaster
December 31, 2025
$144.10
Join us at Southcote 53 for a spectacular New Year’s Eve buffet and celebration! Get ready for an evening of delicious food, drinks, and entertainment as we ... »
District Kitchen & Bar, 335 Plains Rd E Burlington
December 31, 2025
$144.10
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at District Kitchen and Bar in Burlington! Join us for an exciting evening filled with gourmet dining, drinks, and a lively countdown ... »
Seventy Seven, 77 King William Street, Hamilton
December 31, 2025
$25-$40
Ring in NYE 2026 at Seventy-Seven, one of Toronto’s most electric nightlife destinations. This Wednesday, December 31, 2025, step into a high-energy New Year’s Eve celebration packed with ... »
Polish Hall, 154 Pearl Street, Brantford
January 1, 2026
$28.25
Celebrate New Year's Eve in Hamilton with 2X Juno award winning, Jack de Keyzer and band. »
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A Few Places to Have New Year Dinner:
Do confirm open dates before planning.
- Spencer’s at the Waterfront
- Prime Steak + Raw Bar
- B-Side Social
- The Powerhouse
- District Kitchen + Bar
- Southcote 53
- Ancaster Mill
- The Keg Steakhouse
- Baci Ristorante
- Radius Restaurant
- Moxie’s Restaurant
- Aberdeen Tavern
- Milestones Restaurant
III. More Things To Do on New Year’s Eve
Visit Attractions in Hamilton
Do confirm opening hours before visiting
- Art Gallery of Hamilton | December 31 | Closed; Closed on New Year’s Day, January 1
- Joseph Brant Museum | December 31-January 1 | Closed
- Art Gallery of Burlington | Holiday Hours TBA; Regular hours – Tuesday – Wednesday | 10 AM – 9 PM
- Ireland House Museum | December 31 – January 1 | Closed
- Royal Burlington Gardens | Hendrie Park & RBG Centre – December 31 | 10 AM – 3 PM, Closed on January 1; Winter Wonders will be closed on December 31 & January 1.
- Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum | Closed
- Westfield Heritage Village | Open daily from sunrise to sunset, for use of the trails and natural areas
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