New Year’s Events in Toronto 2025 | Best Ways to Celebrate NYE
New Year’s in Toronto isn’t just about the countdown. It’s about those moments that make you stop and smile. Not everyone celebrates the same way, and that’s the beauty of it. Maybe you’re into glitzy events with live music and a glass of bubbly in hand. Or you prefer a relaxed night, surrounded by close friends and twinkling lights. No need to stress about plans this year. We’ve rounded up the best New Year’s events in Toronto to help you ring in 2025.
Note: Event details may be subject to change. Check the official website or social media platforms for the latest updates.
BRAVISSIMO! New Year’s at the Opera
Want to start your year with a bit of glamour and drama? Then, attend BRAVISSIMO! Settle in for a night of stunning music as opera’s greatest hits, from Carmen to La Bohème, come to life. You’ll love performances by four international stars and the powerful Canadian Opera Company Orchestra.
- Where: Roy Thomson Hall (60 Simcoe Street, Toronto)
- Website: www.roythomsonhall.mhrth.com
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
Famous People Players New Year’s Eve
Prefer something fun and different? The Famous People Players brings a jaw-dropping black-light show bursting with colour and creativity. Pair that with a three-course gourmet dinner, and you’ll get a playful and memorable evening.
- Where: Famous PEOPLE Players (343 Evans Avenue, Toronto)
- Website: www.famouspeopleplayers.com
- Admission: $89.95 per person
New Year’s Eve at The Distillery
The Distillery District is pure magic during the holidays, and NYE is no exception. Stroll through the twinkling lights while enjoying live music, cocktails, and shopping. Want to dance to live performances or sip something festive? The countdown here feels extra special.
- Where: The Distillery Historic District (55 Mill Street, Toronto)
- Website: www.thedistillerywintervillage.com
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
Harriet’s Rooftop Midnight Masquerade
Want skyline views with a side of glamour? Head to Harriet’s Rooftop for their Midnight Masquerade. Enjoy a stunning dinner with fresh sushi and seafood while the city sparkles below. Once dinner wraps up, grab a cocktail and hit the dance floor.
- Where: Harriet’s Rooftop (550 Wellington Street West #Suite C, Toronto)
- Website: www.1hotels.com
- Admission: Book here.
Salsa New Year’s Eve 2025 with Marta Elena
What happens if you attend this NYE event? You can start with a three-course dinner and tropical-inspired drinks. Then, join the pros for a fun salsa lesson before the real party begins. With Marta Elena’s all-star salsa band and DJs spinning Latin and Top 40 hits, you’ll be dancing into 2025 with high-energy vibes.
- Where: Lula Lounge (1585 Dundas Street West, Toronto)
- Website: www.lula.ca
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
Count Down to 2025 – New Year’s Eve Dinner & Gala
Looking for a more formal affair? Kick things off with a cocktail hour featuring hors d’oeuvres and light entertainment. Then, sit down to a 4-course dinner in their spacious ballroom overlooking Guild Park & Gardens. After dinner, hit the dance floor for live music from Topper and DJ hits. Wrap it all up with a Champagne toast at midnight.
- Where: The Guild Inn Estate (201 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto)
- Website: www.guildinnestate.com
- Admission: Book here.
Chotto Matte New Year’s Eve: One Night Only
How about treating yourself to a lavish prix fixe menu, signature cocktails, and curated wine? After dinner, keep the party going at their Countdown Cocktail Party. With passed canapés, a welcome glass of bubbly, and a DJ spinning beats till 1 a.m., it’s a stylish way to close out 2024.
- Where: Chotto Matte Toronto (161 Bay Street, Toronto)
- Website: www.chotto-matte.com
- Admission: Book here.
2025 NYE Silent Disco!
A rooftop party where you control the vibe? At this silent disco, you’ll get wireless headphones with three live DJ channels. Whether you’re into 80s hits, Top 40, or house music, you can flip between channels with the flick of a switch.
- Where: Hemingway’s Restaurant and Bar (142 Cumberland St, Toronto)
- Website: www.hemingways.to
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
REWIND NYE: Charli XCX Hyper-Pop Rave
If hyper-pop is your vibe, you shouldn’t skip this NYE event. Celebrate with non-stop Charli XCX-inspired beats and neon lights. It’s the high-energy party that will have you dancing like no one’s watching as you step into 2025.
- Where: Lee’s Palace (529 Bloor Street West, Toronto)
- Website: www.leespalace.com
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
Y2K 2000s NYE Dance Party
Sneaky Dee’s is throwing it back to the early 2000s, and you know you want to be there. The playlist will take you straight back to your high school days. So, grab your friends, hit the dance floor, and sing along to the songs you forgot you knew every word to.
- Where: Sneaky Dee’s (431 College Street, Toronto)
- Instagram: @thesneakydees
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
Black & White Ball
With breathtaking city views and an upscale vibe, this event offers a mix of fancy and fun. Enjoy a luxurious five-course dinner, along with sushi and seafood stations. It’s a night about dressing up, sipping bubbly, and savouring the best of Toronto.
- Where: Valerie Toronto (111 Princes’ Boulevard, Toronto)
- Website: www.valerietoronto.ca
- Admission: Book here.
New Year’s Eve Boat Party Toronto
Why stay on land when you can ring in the New Year on the water? Hop aboard the Jubilee Queen for a night of dancing, drinks, and unbeatable views of the Toronto skyline. At midnight, watch the fireworks light up the sky while the city sparkles in the background.
- Where: Jubilee Queen Cruises (539 Queens Quay West, Toronto)
- Facebook: www.facebook.com
- Admission: Book here.
Bounce Into 2025 NYE Club Crawl
If one party isn’t enough, this King West club crawl is the answer. Hop between four of the area’s top spots, like DPRTMNT, Mister Wolf, and Fox on John, for a mix of Hip-Hop, R&B, and Top 40 beats. Each stop has its own vibe, and the final countdown promises to be one to remember.
- Where: Fox on John (106 John Street #3, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
New Year’s Eve at Mahjong Bar
For a mix of cool and classy, head to Mahjong Bar. The vibe? R&B, Hip-Hop, and a stylish crowd ready to celebrate. Toast to 2025 with a midnight Champagne toast, then dance and mingle your way into the New Year.
- Where: Mahjong Bar, 1276 Dundas Street West, Toronto
- Instagram: @mahjongbar
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
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