It’s just a week away, and if you haven’t made any plans yet, our list of New Year’s Eve events in Ottawa is guaranteed to have something that will make you laugh, dance, and ring in 2025 with style.
A Hip New Year’s Eve Bash at Overflow Brewing Company
Ring in the New Year at Overflow Brewing Company, where an unforgettable night of music, food, and revelry awaits.
The Ottawa craft beer and live music institution is renowned for its dedication to quality and creativity. Little Bones, a celebrated Ottawa-based Tragically Hip cover band, will add to the night’s fun atmosphere.
Each ticket includes a buffet full of tasty hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast at midnight.
WHAT TIME: Doors Open at 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Overflow Brewing Co., 2477 Kaladar Avenue
PRICE: $75 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: 19+
Hogman-Eh! 2024
New Year’s Eve Scottish Style at the Infinity Centre is a lively and festive family-friendly celebration that brings the spirit of Scotland’s traditional Hogmanay (New Year’s Eve) to the heart of the community.
This event offers a unique opportunity to ring in the New Year with Scottish flair featuring live music, ceilidh dancing, delicious Scottish food and drinks, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re of Scottish descent or simply looking for an unforgettable way to celebrate the arrival of the New Year, revellers can enjoy traditional Scottish customs, such as the “Auld Lang Syne” sing-along, and create lasting memories in a joyful, community-oriented setting.
Three lucky winners will have the chance to win tickets for two to Hogman-Eh! The Grand Prize and Silver Prize winners will also get a night for two at the Lord Elgin Hotel. The draw takes place in the lobby of the Lord Elgin Hotel at noon on December 30, 2024. To enter, email communications@ottscot.ca and put CONTEST in the subject line. Good Luck!
WHAT TIME: From 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Infinity Convention Centre, 2901 Gibford Drive
PRICE: From $55.66 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: All ages
New Year’s Eve Comedy Night
Back for the 13th year, Shenkman’s annual New Year’s Eve comedy night will have you laughing into 2025! Ring in the New Year with three top comedians, including headliner Frank Spadone and emcee Matthew Champ.
WHAT TIME: 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Boulevard
PRICE: $60 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: 18+
IIHF World Junior Championship Team Canada VS Team U.S.A.
Canada is poised to redeem itself from its fifth-place finish last year as they face off against the U.S.A., marking the first time two teams have met on New Year’s Eve since the 2017 IIHF World Junior Championship.
WHAT TIME: 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Canadian Tire Centre,
PRICE: From $369.00 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: All ages
Dancing Through the Decades New Year’s Eve Party with Groove Marmalade
Dance Through the Decades with Groove Marmalade is the ultimate dance band with a vast repertoire from the 50s until today. Groove the night away as we ring in the New Year.
WHAT TIME: Doors Open at 8:00 p.m. Concert starts at 9:00 p.m., and the party continues with a Live DJ until 1:00 a.m.
WHERE: Rideau Carleton Casino, 4837 Albion Road
PRICE: From $55.66 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: 19+
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Chef Michael Blackie has created a unique one-of-a-kind sharing dinner that will take approximately 2.5 hours; then, dinners will join in for one big grand party to ring in the NEW YEAR with DJ Slim.
WHAT TIME: 6:30 and 8:30 p.m. seatings – last call 1:30 a.m.
WHERE: NEXt, 6400 Hazeldean Road
PRICE: From $165 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: 19+
New Year’s Eve at Yuk Yuks
Ring in the New Year with headliner Graham Kay and MC Dan Allaire, guaranteed to make you laugh your way into 2025! Adam Adjokatcher and Chris Borris are also joining the fun. Choose from just the show or a hilarious combo with dinner and a show!
WHAT TIME: 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Where: Yuk Yuks Ottawa West, 1394 Richmond Road
PRICE: $57.53 or $150 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: 19+
New Year’s Eve Ball
Ring in the New Year at Preston Event Centre! VIP open bar, light bites, champagne toast, and three DJs spinning Hip-hop, RnB, and Afrohouse all night long.
WHAT TIME: Doors Open at 8:45 p.m., and the party continues until 2:30 a.m.
WHERE: Preston Event Centre, 523 Saint Anthony Street
PRICE: From $54.58 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: 19+
Broadway Across Canada’s MJ The Musical
He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry comes to Ottawa as MJ, the multi-Tony Award®-winning new musical centred around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own. Broadway Across Canada’s MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status.
WHAT TIME: 7:00 p.m. (2hrs and 30 minutes with intermission)
WHERE: National Arts Centre (Southam Hall), 1 Elgin Street
PRICE: From $221.20 • Click here to purchase tickets
AGES: 8+
PHOTO: Matthew Murphy
Start the New Year with Compassion
The annual Kadampa Meditation Centre’s New Year’s Eve event, with candle-lit, chanted prayers and meditation, will help you ring in the New Year with compassion and beneficial intentions. The event is an opportunity to make your heartfelt resolutions for the new year extra powerful.
WHAT TIME: 9:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
WHERE: Kadampa Meditation Centre Ottawa, 879 Somerset Street West
PRICE: $20 • Click here to purchase tickets
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