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On New Year’s Eve in Vancouver, you should head to the waterfront or Science World for a great view of the fireworks, head to the Granville Strip if you’re looking for clubs, or head to the local mountains like Cypress or Grouse for an early/family-friendly celebration. Dress to impress and get ready to ring in the New Year in Vancouver. Enjoy hilarious comedy, sumptuous dinners, epic parties, and more. New Year’s Eve celebrations take place at various venues on December 31st including in downtown Vancouver, out on the water and at area nightclubs. Below is a list of top New Year’s Eve party venues that take place most years. Winter Wonderland Skate: Minoru Arena in Richmond is open New Year’s Eve from 10:00am to 4:00pm for a festive family-friendly skate under a canopy of lights. On New Year’s Day, take part in one of the city’s oldest traditions, the Vancouver Polar Bear Swim. Discover how to spend New Year’s Eve in Vancouver with our guide to the best NYE events in the city. From breathtaking fireworks and waterfront celebrations to glamorous galas and lively parties, explore how to celebrate and ring in 2025 in style. New Year's Eve is fast approaching and tickets for events across Vancouver are selling quickly. There are a range of things to do, including everything from big galas to small venue shows, masquerades to a boat cruise, and much more. Whether you are looking for an early New Year’s party or are ready to go all night, we’ve pulled together family-friendly New Year’s celebrations from around Metro Vancouver. If we have missed a New Year’s Eve event please send us an email at vancouver@familyfuncanada.com . The New Year’s evening of chamber music comes complete with sparkling wine and dessert. Circus3’s New Year’s Eve Variety Show The 7:30 pm family-friendly event at the Vancouver Playhouse features circus acrobats and Vancouver’s largest balloon drop. Find the best New Year's Eve celebrations in Vancouver, from dance parties to live comedy, rooftop events, and fine dining. Options for every style. Discover New Year's eve events events happening next in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Explore New Year's eve events events nearby Vancouver. New Year’s Eve Variety Show. Looking for a Vancouver family-friendly all-ages New Year’s Eve celebration? Ring in 2025 with local host funny-man and juggler Daniel Zindler and a cast of circus acrobats, including aeralists (Blink Acro), an acrobatic roller skating duo (Kyle Machibroda Ames & Sydney Raymond), and hula hooping (Lola Loops). Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 at Provence Marinaside with a special menu featuring fan favorites and new dishes. Enjoy live music and a cozy atmosphere to ring in the new year! Date: December 31, 2024 Address: 1177 Marinaside Crescent, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2Y3 Price: A la carte options or a $84 three-course prix fixe menu The start of a new year is a chance to embrace progress. Whether you're exploring Vancouver's parks, shopping local, or giving back to the community, every action contributes to a brighter, more connected future. So, let’s toast to 2025, a year of growth, gratitude, and making a difference right here in our city. Cheers! New Year's Eve Boat Party Cruise 2025 Vancouver. Ahoy, Vancouverites! A popular New Year's Eve cruise returns to Vancouver's harbour. The Burrard Queen has heated indoor and outdoor decks, a "state-of-the-art" sound system, a fully licensed bar, and panoramic views of False Creek, English Bay, and the Inner Harbour. Lucky for you, there are plenty of fantastic Vancouver restaurants serving up some epic New Year’s Eve feasts for those wanting to dine out this holiday season. Whether you want something low-key to take the kiddos to (that will have you home before midnight) or are hoping to party until the sun comes up, here are some standout New Year’s What: The countdown to the new year is on, and a massive Cirque-themed celebration is returning to Vancouver’s iconic Science World. On Tuesday, December 31, the illuminated False Creek landmark will be transformed into an elegant party sphere with three rooms of high-energy music on two floors. A perfect place for adults on New Year’s Eve Vancouver is Science World; this venue has become a fun party every New Year’s Eve for 11 years. The party is hosted by Twisted Productions and features about 1000 partiers, eight city top DJs, 5 bars, and other interesting live performances. Once again, there will not be any New Year's Eve fireworks at Canada Place, after the festivities were cancelled in 2018, but there will be firework shows at both Grouse Mountain and Cypress Mountain. Then, here's what's open and what's closed on New Year's Day around Metro Vancouver: New Year's Day: What's Closed In Metro Vancouver For those who want to start the new year with a dip, Vancouver Aquatic Centre is the place to go, open from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Kerrisdale pool will be open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., while both Britannia A New Year’s Eve party takes place most years at Science World at 1455 Quebec Street in Vancouver. In 2024 the party happens on December 31st from 9:00 pm until 2:30 am. It features five bars, two floors of dancing, and 10 of Vancouver’s favourite DJs and performers.
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