Ring in 2024 with gusto! Here is a list of New Year’s Eve activities, fireworks, events & parties happening in and around Ottawa.
Contents
1. New Year’s Eve Family Activities
2. Adults Events
3. New Year’s Eve In-person Dinner (Adults/All ages)
Free Transit: Ride for free on New Year’s Eve after 6 pm courtesy of Safer Roads Ottawa and MADD. Details
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I. New Year’s Eve Family Activities
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
TBA (If any)
New Year’s Eve Hogmanay
The Scottish Society of Ottawa hosts Hogman-eh!, a grand New Year’s Eve celebration in Ottawa, and the largest Scottish-style event outside Scotland. It begins with the family-friendly Great Scot party, offering clan research, Ceilidh music, and Celtic entertainment, including a children’s parade and balloon drop at 7 pm. The evening then transitions to a grand celebration with Scottish food and drinks, VIP seating, and performances by Celtic bands like Mudmen and Anna Ludlow, concluding with the iconic Auld Lang Syne at midnight.
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM
Lansdowne Park, 1000 Exhibition Way, Ottawa
Free to $95
Ottawa Senators
Spend New Year’s Eve cheering Ottawa’s NHL home team playing the Buffalo Sabres.
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 6:00 PM
Canadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium Drive, Ottawa
$22.99 & up +fees
Outerbridge Magic – Mysteries of the Keyhole House
Celebrate the holidays with the entire family at Outerbridge Magic – Mysteries of the Keyhole House, a show filled with magic and illusions that will amaze and thrill audiences of all ages.
Ted and Marion Outerbridge have headlined around the world including Hollywood’s Magic Castle. This summer they wowed audiences in the Ottawa Valley. Now is your last chance to see the show before their upcoming Canadian tour.
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 3:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Ottawa Little Theatre, 400 King Edward Avenue, Ottawa
$26.78 to $49.64
Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations
AIN’T TOO PROUD – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the electrifying, new smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and silky-smooth harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts creating an amazing 42 Top Ten Hits with 14 reaching number one.
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 1:00 PM & 7:30 PM
Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St, Ottawa
$41 & up
Explore Holiday Light Displays
Explore and enjoy spectacular light displays on NYE.
- Magic of Lights @ Wesley Clover Parks, 411 Corkstown Road, Nepean | December 31 — 5 PM – 10 PM
- Christmas Lights Across Canada @ Across Ottawa
- Alight at Night @ Upper Canada Village, 13740 County Rd. 2, Morrisburg — December 31 | 5 PM – 9 PM
Outdoor Skating Trails
Weather depending (2023 Opening dates TBA):
- RiverOak Skating Trail @ RiverOak Estates, 2900 York’s Corners Road, Metcalfe — Ottawa
- Countryside Adventures Skating Trail @ Countryside Adventures, 16495 Sixth Rd, 16495 Sixth Road, Moose Creek
More Things to Do
II. New Years Eve Parties & Events For Adults
Annual New Year’s Eve Comedy Night
Get ready to welcome 2024 with a night full of laughter! Join great Canadian comedians at theAnnual New Year’s Eve Comedy Night for an evening that will have you smiling from start to finish. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 9:00 PM
Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Boulevard, Ottawa
$60
NYE at Casino Lac-Leamy
The Casino du Lac-Leamy invites you to an exclusive, one-of-a-kind celebration in the new year. You won’t want to miss a thing—from unique shows and amazing performances throughout the casino to a one-of-a-kind countdown and delicious dine-in offers! Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 4:00 PM onwards
Casino Lac-Leamy, 1 Blvd du Casino, Gatineau
$30+fees & up
Yuk Yuk’s NYE Dinner & Show
SAY FAREWELL TO 2023 with an incredible NYE show at our west Biagio’s Italian Kitchen location! The hilarious Derek Seguin headlines our NYE shows this year! With MC- Jesse Reynolds and special guest Logan Brown ! Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 7 PM & 10 PM
Biagios Kitchen + Catering, 1394 Richmond Rd, Ottawa
$35 to $50
NYE 2024 ft Neon Nostalgic
Celebrate 2024 with the “Light up the Night” New Year’s Eve Party featuring Neon Nostalgic live at The Joint. Attendees are encouraged to wear white to enhance the glow-in-the-dark atmosphere while enjoying classic rock n’ roll hits. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 8:30 PM
Rideau Carleton Casino, 4837 Albion Road, Ottawa
$60
WonderStruck
Upon arrival you are given a mysterious package that may become an integral part of the show! Further to that, you’ll experience an intimate & interactive 75-minute magic and mentalism show with feats you never thought were possible; you don’t just watch the show – you become a part of it! It’s magic for adults! Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 8 PM
The Prescott, 379 Preston St, Ottawa
$35.99 – $45.99
NYE – Disco Inferno
Enjoy drinks and snacks from 7 pm, with the main show starting at 9:30 pm. Dance the night away with your date until past midnight, enjoy bubbly at 12, and groove to great music all night.
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 7:00 PM
Overflow Brewing Company, 2477 Kaladar Ave.
Ottawa
$50.00
Craft Beer Market New Year’s Eve
The countdown to 2024 is on, and we’re ready to pop, clink and fizz our way into the new year. Don’t miss our countdown party! Grab your crew and join our late-night dance party. Your ticket includes a glass of midnight bubbles, party favours, and late-night DJ.
Our culinary team has created the perfect four-course meal to celebrate, or grab your crew and join out late night dance party to countdown the ball drop!
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 7:00 PM
CRAFT Beer Market – Ottawa, 975 Bank Street, Ottawa
$30 to $95
A Black-Tie Cocktail Party
Come celebrate the New Year with Gitanes! Your ticket includes entrance to the party, a Champagne toast upon arrival, as well as good food throughout the evening (canapés ooh la la). This ticket also covers admission to the Gburger afterparty across the street, 10pm-3am.
December 31, 2023 | 8:30 PM
Gitanes, 361 Elgin Street, Unit 6, Ottawa
$125.00 per person
New Year’s Dance Party
Party this New Year’s Eve with the Hunks and Punks Band performing their favourite party songs of all time.
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 8:00 PM
The Rainbow Bistro, 76 Murray Street, Ottawa
$30
A Black & White ‘Formal’ Affair – Singles Party
Celebrate New Year’s Eve – ‘A Black & White Affair’ for singles. This celebration will be at the Ottawa Sheraton – Rideau Room where you will dine, dance and chime Aulde Lang Syne when the clock strikes midnight. This is THE New Year’s Eve party for singles in Ottawa.
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 6:30 PM – 1 AM
Sheraton Ottawa Hotel, 150 Albert Street, Ottawa
$149.37
Moose McGuire’s Orleans New Year’s Eve Party
Think back to when you were a kid and celebrating New Year’s Eve was hanging out in your friend’s basement, singing some karaoke and eating junk food all night. Well, we are bringing it back to that, NYE “house party style”. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 9 PM – 1 AM
Moose McGuire’s Orleans, 4025 Innes Road Ottawa
No Cover
New Year’s 1920’s Speakeasy Party
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM
Hammond Golf and Country Club, 600 Du Golf Road, Hammond
$103.80
New Year’s Eve at The Mayfair
Created by queer, femme, comedians, Maggie Harder and Glenys Marshall, Small Fish is the hottest variety show in Ottawa. The show features talent from non-SWAM (straight, white, able-bodied, male) performers in and around the city, including but not limited to poets, artists, comedians, dancers, musicians, and drag artists. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 8:00 PM to 1:00 AM
Mayfair Theatre, 1074 Bank Street, Ottawa
$33.28 & up
NYE ROOFTOP PARTY
Sunday December 31st | 9 PM to 1 AM
Copper Spirits & Sights, 325 Dalhousie St 16th Floor, Ottawa
$220.00 per person
More Parties
- New Year’s Eve @ The Mill Tavern — Celebrate the New Year in style at The Mill Tavern with a night full of drinks, dancing, and unforgettable memories! @ The Mill Tavern, 5544 Manotick Main Street. Ottawa | $22.63 & up
- A White Rabbit New Year’s Eve — The night’s headliner is RETURN OF THE JADED, supported by TONE A, BRINK, and RICK LAPLANTE from White Rabbit, with ZABELLA as the featured Hoppy Hour DJ. @ City At Night, 222 Slater Street, Ottawa | $33.28 & up
- New Year’s Eve Ciroc Balloon Drop — Get ready to ring in the New Year in style at the New Years Eve Ciroc Ballon Drop, where we’ll pop bottles, dance all night, and witness as hundreds of colorful balloons fill the air. It’s a sight you won’t want to miss! @ Hyde & Seek Nightclub, 130 George Street, Ottawa | $17.31 & up
- Ottawa’s BIGGEST New Year’s Eve Party — With a live DJ spinning the hottest tracks, you won’t be able to resist hitting the dance floor. So put on your dancing shoes and get ready to groove the night away! @ Mosaic Convention Centre, North Bowesville Road, Ottawa | $33.28 & up
- Cougar Bait New Year’s Eve Bash! — The VAULT Bistro, 5539 Manotick Main Street, Ottawa | $25
- Miami Nights — Spark Beer, 702 Somerset Street West, Ottawa | $26.89
- New Year’s Eve with Allaire & Dunn @ O’Brien’s Roadhouse, Industrial Avenue, Ottawa | $75.88
- Blackburn Hamlet NYE — music by R Rosemin, Kane, Sweet Chunes, David Supersound, and Sunshine International, playing RnB, Hip Hop, Reggaeton, Old School, Reggae, Dancehall, Afrobeat, Soca, and Club Anthems. @ Blackburn Hamlet, 190 Glen Park Dr, Ottawa | $27.96
- Back to Brooklyn NYE — Drinks at the Bar, Dancing, and Party Favours All Night! @ Back to Brooklyn Restaurant, Clarence Street, Ottawa | $106.77
- NYE Party @ Berlin Nightclub, 56 Byward Market Square, Ottawa | $19.56 & up
- New Year’s Eve Party With Overdose! (AC/DC Tribute…Bon Scott Years) @ Avant-Garde Bar & Gift Shop, 135 Besserer Street, Ottawa | $12
- New Year’s Eve w/ Saltina Shaker, Sunshine Glitterchild & Karamilk @ The Lookout Bar & Nightclub, 41 York St (2nd Floor), Ottawa | $33.28
- Ruby’s NYE Drag Soirée — Join the dynamic duo of Ruby Foxglove and Love for a NYE drag spectacle! @ Nan’s Parlour, 73 Clarence Street, Ottawa | $33.28
- Black Diamond & Pearls NYE Edition — This in-person event promises an unforgettable night filled with music, dancing, and good vibes. @ The Urban Centre, 70 Bongard Ave, Ottawa | $33.28
- NYE 2024: Bollywood Bonanza @ Mavericks, 221 Rideau Street, Ottawa | $22.63
- Enchante NYE Extravaganza — Ottawa’s South Asian New Year Celebrations @ Preston Event Centre, 523 Saint Anthony Street, Ottawa | $54.58 & up
- Putting’ on the Ritz: Roaring into a Queer New Year @ Club SAW, 67 Nicholas Street Ottawa | $27.96
- SBK NYE 2024 – The Latin Ball — Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as you dance the night away to the pulsating beats of salsa, bachata, and kizomba. @ Novotel Ottawa, 33 Nicholas Street, Ottawa | $70.56
- NYE Party @ The Show Ottawa, 104 Clarence Street, Ottawa | $22.60
- Sky Lounge New Years — A night under the stars composed of music, drinks, dancing and a celebratory toast as we enter 2024! @ Skylounge Ottawa, 73 York Street, Ottawa | $19.56
- New Years Eve Wrap Party @ Lowertown Brewery, ByWard Market, 73 York Street, Ottawa
III. New Year’s Eve Dinner
New Year’s Eve Brunch
Start with a pastry and breadbasket, followed by a choice of starters like Granola Parfait, Winter Squash Soup, 1 Elgin Caesar Salad, or Brussels Sprout Fritti. Main course options include Chèvre Egg Scramble, 1 Elgin French Toast, Morning Glory Burger, or Avocado Toast, with options to add smoked salmon.
Sunday, December 31, 2023
1 Elgin, 53 Elgin Street, Ottawa
$56 per adult and $28 for a child’s half portion, plus tax and gratuity.
Wilfrid’s Festive Brunch @ Château Laurier
Traditional Festive Brunch Buffet with a variety of Christmas dishes and Chef’s specials to make your celebration memorable and tasty. Details
Sunday, December 31, 2023 | 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Fairmont Château Laurier Ottawa
$85 per adult $43 per child
New Year’s Eve Celebration At Ironstone
Gather with your friends and family to enjoy a 5 course dinner and live entertainment at Ironstone at The Marshes. Live music by Beats N Keys N Friends, a dance floor, and a toast at midnight included! Details
December 31, 2023 | Seatings at 7:00pm and 7:30pm
Ironstone at The Marshes. 320 Terry Fox Dr, Kanata
$139/Person
New Year’s Eve Celebration at Perspectives
New Year’s Eve is a time to come together and for reflection and celebration. Indulge in a three-course gourmet dinner as you usher in 2024 with the memories of your celebrations at Perspectives Restaurant. Live entertainment at Options Jazz Lounge. Details
December 31, 2023 | Seatings at 5:00pm, 5:30pm, 7:30pm, 8:00pm
Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Drive, Ottawa
$79.00 per person
Sala San Marco New Year’s Eve Gala
Buffet Table, Live show, party favours, photo booth, Champagne toast. More details.
December 31, 2023 | Doors open at 5:30 PM
Dinner at 6:30 PM
Sala San Marco, 215 Preston Street, Ottawa
Adults $200 0
Kids Under 12 $125
North & Navy NYE Dinner
December 31, 2023 | 5 PM & 8 PM
North and Navy – 226 Nepean St Ottawa
$160 to $190
Raphaël Express Peruvian Cuisine NYE Dinner
Celebrate the new year Peruvian style! Our 5 course, 2 hour, tasting menu will have you exploring aspects of Peru’s rich and diverse food scene. More details.
December 31, 2023 | 4:30 PM & 7 PM
250 City Centre Ave 232, Ottawa
$150 to $170 per person
New Years Eve 2023 Gala
Cocktail reception in our martini lounge with little bites, 2 alcoholic drinks per guest + 6 canapes served during cocktail reception, Sharing menu presented over 5 waves | 7 Savory 2 sweet, Flute of Prosecco + party favours to ring in the New Year at Midnight.
December 31, 2023| 6:30 PM & 8:00 PM
Next, 6400 Hazeldean Rd
$159
The Albion Rooms
Celebrate the New Year with culinary delights at The Albion Rooms! Immerse yourself in our specially crafted “Amuse-Bouche” set menu, thoughtfully designed by Rene Rodriguez and his team for this special occasion.
December 31, 2023| 6:00 PM & 8:00 PM
33 Nicholas Street, Ottawa
$85
Arôme – Casino du Lac Leamy
For New Year’s Eve, the Arome offers you a somptuous surf and turf buffet.
December 31, 2023| 5 PM onwards
3, boulevard du Casino, Gatineau
$169.00 per person
Fairouz Cafe
Our chef and culinary team have created a special feast for you to enjoy while joining us in ringing in the New Year. This five course sharing style tasting menu for two.
December 31, 2023 | 5:15 PM onwards
15 Rue Clarence St, Ottawa
$150 for 2
Cocotte Bistro
Table d’hôte Menu for NYE
December 31, 2023 | 5 PM onwards
123 Metcalfe St, Ottawa
$110.00 per person
Fauna
Fauna’s New Year’s Eve set six course menu . The set menu begins with bread, butter + an amuse bouche of waygu nigiri, followed by kanpachi crudo, emu carpaccio, lobster chawanmushi, uni pasta, iberian pork rack, and a paw paw parfait for dessert. Oysters & caviar will be available at market price if desired. .
December 31, 2023| 5:30 PM onwards
527 Sussex Dr, Ottawa
$193.50
Aiāna Restaurant Collective
A wonderful evening featuring a 4-course dinner which we think is our finest yet. Expect the very best in seasonal ingredients cooked in a fine balance of modern and traditional techniques.
December 31, 2023 | 5 PM & 8:15 PM
50 O’Connor St, Ottawa
$175 to $225.00 per person
Arlo
A special 4 course sharing meal with optional wine pairings. Chilled seafood “bungalow”, Wedge salad Surf & turf Chocolate & Cheese Bubbly toast!
December 31, 2023 | 5 PM onwards
340 Somerset St W, Ottawa
$120.00 per person
Cantina Gia
Join us and celebrate the New Year with our three course table d’hôte menu!
December 31, 2023 | 5:15 PM onwards
749 Bank St, Ottawa
$85.00 per person
Le Poisson Bleu
Join us for the feast of the seven fishes, An Italian tradition where you eat seven courses of seafood. We are offering seven courses of sustainable seafood to ring in the new year, and as a tasting menu this will be a showcase of the skills and experience of our kitchen team.
December 31, 2023 | 5 PM onwards
610 Somerset St W, Ottawa
$150.00 per person
Play Food & Wine
Join us at Play Food and Wine for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience! Indulge in an exquisite 3-course special menu or 10-course tasting menu, expertly crafted by our talented chef Shane Brown.
December 31, 2023 | 5:15 PM onwards
1 York St, Ottawa
$90 to $225.00 per person
Back to Brooklyn
Enjoy an Exclusive 4 Course Menu for the Perfect New Years Eve Dining Experience!
December 31, 2023 | 5:30PM & 8 PM
B-81 Clarence St, Ottawa
$75.00 per person
Feast + Revel
An exquisite four courses menu along with live Jazz music to celebrate NYE.
December 31, 2023 | 6 PM
Andaz Ottawa Byward Market Hotel, 325 Dalhousie St, Ottawa
$112.00 per person; kids under 10 yrs. pay half price.
Stolen Goods Cocktail Bar
Join us for a night of delicious cocktails, tasty bites and wonderful whiskies. Ticket includes: Open Bar (full cocktail menu, classic cocktails, beer and wine) for the Evening, passed canapés from Chef Adam Ghor, a selection of whiskies, amaro’s, tequila and everything in between.
December 31, 2023 | 6 PM onwards
106 Sparks St., Ottawa
$200.00 per person
Moxies
Toast to 2024 at Moxies! Taste the best we have to offer with a delicious 3-course menu. Start with a delicious appetizer of your choosing. For mains, select from: Mushroom sirloin, Chipotle Mango Chicken, Chicken Madeira Rigatoni, Tofu Thai Laksa, or Lemon Basil Salmon. And make sure to save room for your choice of Bite of Brownie, Mini Sticky Toffee Pudding, or Mini Key Lime Pie.
December 31, 2023 | 5:15 PM onwards
3818 Innes Road, Ottawa
$65.00 per person
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Doesn't 'New Year's Eve 2018' mean December 31, 2018 NOT December 31, 2017?