A new year is approaching and several locations around the region are ready to host celebrations.
Check out the full list of places to ring in 2025 on Dec. 31.
Cambridge
New Year's Eve Party
Hespeler Arena - 640 Ellis Rd, 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
The annual City of Cambridge celebration includes ice skating, a Turbo Max inflatable obstacle course, live entertainment with Team T & J and games. The concession stand will also be open.
New Years Eve at The Bruce Craft House
Cambridge Hotel & Conference Centre - 700 Hespeler Rd, 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Enjoy a three-course dinner and live music from Sammy Duke. Reserve a spot here.
Cambridge Community Players New Year's Eve Dance
47 Water St S, 8 p.m.
Head to the local theatre for food, music, a silent auction and prizes. Tickets can be purchased here.
New Year's Eve Ball Drop
Gaslight District - 64 Grand Ave S, 8 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Head to the city's largest public gathering space to say goodbye to 2024.
Rockin’ NYE Bash with The Mudmen
Four Fathers Brewing Co. - 125 Guelph Ave, 9 p.m.
Canada's famous Celtic band, The Mudmen, will entertain residents. For tickets click here.
New Year's Eve Live Rock Party at Pops & Ruby's
200 Preston Pwky, 9 p.m.
Listen to rock music as 2024 comes to an end.
Region
Noon Year 2025
THEMUSEUM - 10 King St. E Kitchener, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join others in the community for activities, a magic show, a toast and dance party with live music. For tickets click here.
Ayr200 New Year's Ever Party
Ayr Community Centre - 7 Church St., 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Skating and fireworks are part of the festivities.
New Year's Eve in Waterloo
Waterloo Public Square - 75 King St. S, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
A family-friendly event with activities, ice skating and warm drinks.
Kitchener’s New Year’s Night of Legends
Carl Zehr Square - 200 King St. W, 7 p.m.
Pink, Madonna, Taylor Swift, Mick Jagger and Blondie tributes take the stage. Skating, an early family countdown and a countdown to midnight are also part of the plans.
The Big Ripper
The Registry Theatre - 122 Frederick St., 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
End 2024 with a laugh with comedians Tyler Morrison, Tom O’Donnell and Adam Hofstette.
Retro Rewind -New Year’s Eve- Video Dance Party
Maxwell Concerts and Events - 35 University Ave E Waterloo, 9 p.m.
A 19+ event with dancing and games. For tickets click here.
This list will be updated as events are announced.
