Fireworks and other festivities to ring in 2025 across Mississauga, Brampton and beyond

As the clock winds down on 2024, it’s time to plan how you’ll ring in the New Year! Whether you’re looking for dazzling fireworks, family-friendly festivities, or glamorous parties, the GTA has something to make your celebration unforgettable.

Here are some entertaining things to do across the GTA on Dec. 31, 2024:

Mississauga

Celebration Square NYE Block Party

Ring in 2025 with live performances, food trucks, skating and a midnight fireworks finale.
Where: 300 City Centre Dr.
Time: 8 p.m. to midnight
Cost: Free

Rec Room NYE Bash

Enjoy games, entertainment, a buffet dinner and a midnight toast.
Where: 100 City Centre Dr.
Time: 8 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Cost: $25-$80

The Port House NYE Party

Live entertainment, DJ, and gourmet dining. Midnight champagne toast included.
Where: 139 Lakeshore Rd. E.
Time: 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Cost: $49-$139

25K Bollywood Party

Dance the night away with Bollywood beats in an upscale ambiance.
Where: 33 City Centre Dr.
Time: 10 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Cost: From $33

Brampton

Garden Square NYE Celebration

A free concert with exciting performances, food trucks, and fireworks at midnight.
Where: 12 Main St. N.
Time: 7 p.m. to midnight
Cost: Free

Bollywood & Bhangra New Years

Dance to Bollywood, Bhangra, and Top 40 hits.
Where: 263 Queen St. E. Unit 11
Time: 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Cost: $33

Indian DJ Night NYE-2K25

Bollywood, Tollywood, Kollywood beats. Food included.
Where: 200 Advance Blvd.
Time: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Cost: $55

Halton

Great Gatsby New Year’s

Celebrate in Downtown Oakville with a Great Gatsby-themed New Year’s event at Ce Soir Brasserie + Bar. The evening features dancers, a DJ, and live entertainment. Guests can indulge in a five-course prix fixe menu highlighting the restaurant’s signature dishes.
Where: 134 Lakeshore Rd. E., Oakville
Tickets: $150 per person

Plank NYE | Denim and Diamonds

Ring in the New Year with a country-themed “Denim and Diamonds” party at Plank Restobar in Bronte Village. Starting at 9 p.m., enjoy a live DJ, party favours, a sparkling toast and midnight snacks. Dinner reservations are also available for guests dining after 8 p.m.

Where: 67 Bronte Rd., Oakville
Tickets: $50 per person

Oakville Conference & Banquet Centre NYE Gala

Join the New Year’s Eve Gala at the Oakville Conference & Banquet Centre. The event offers a full-course meal with complimentary wine, live music, party favours, and more in an elegant setting.
Where: 2515 Wyecroft Rd., Oakville
Tickets: $150 per person

The Firehall Kid’s New Year’s Eve

Celebrate with a live DJ, party favours, a balloon drop, and a children’s buffet during the 8:30 p.m. seating.
Where: 2390 Lakeshore Rd. W., Oakville
Tickets: Adults $15, Children $25 (under 10)
Time: 4:30pm, 6:30pm and 8:30pm.

Duran Place for Kids— NYE 

This midday event features music, a kids’ show, and a countdown to noon at Joshua Farm Gallery.
Where: 1086 Burnhamthorpe Rd. E., Oakville
Tickets: $25 per child, adults free
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Dave and Buster’s Family NYE

Celebrate early with a family-friendly event including a buffet, soft drinks, party hats and a video ball drop.

Where: 2021 Winston Park Dr., Unit E., Oakville
Tickets: Required
Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Durham

Pickering New Year’s Eve

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with free swim and skate for all ages, along with family-friendly activities in the lobby. Join Mayor Ashe and Council for a memorable countdown and balloon drop at 8:30 p.m.

Where: 1867 Valley Farm Rd. (Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex)
Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Cost: Free

Old Hollywood NYE

A vintage-themed event featuring a four-course gourmet dinner, deluxe bar, DJ, and dancing. The night ends with a midnight toast.
Where:  550 Beck Crescent (Ajax Convention Centre)
Time: 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Cost: $175 per person

New Year’s Eve at The Edge Lounge

Celebrate with live music from Canada Roxx, a buffet dinner, and a champagne toast at midnight.
Where:  20-250 Bayly St. W., Ajax (The Edge Lounge)
Time: 7 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Cost: $60 per person (dinner included); $30 after 9 p.m.

Ajax Legion New Year’s Eve Celebration

Featuring live entertainment by “Just Us,” hors d’oeuvres, and a champagne toast at midnight.
Where: 111 Hunt St.
Time: 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Cost: $50 per person

Oshawa Celebrates 2025

This family-friendly event features activities like free skating, swimming, magic shows, live entertainment, a zoo, dinosaurs, and crafts!
Where:  1661 Harmony Rd. N., Oshawa (Delpark Homes Centre)
Time: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Cost: Free

New Year’s Eve at Yuk Yuk’s

A comedy show featuring Darren Frost, Shannon Laverty and Dylan Gott. Includes a champagne toast and party favours.
Where: 67 Simcoe St. N., Oshawa
Time: 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Cost: $68 (show only); $119.95 (dinner and show)

New Year’s Eve at Club 717

Celebrate Club 717’s 35th Coral Anniversary with a special NYE event.
Where: Wilson Rd. S., Oshawa
Time: 9 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Cost: $31.59 and up

Toronto

Waterfront Fireworks Show

Countdown to 2025 with a free 10-minute, high-altitude fireworks show synchronized to music. Visible from anywhere with a view of the city’s inner harbour and also livestreamed online.
Where: Viewable from designated locations

• Sherbourne Common, 61 Dockside Dr.
• Toronto Music Garden, 476 Queens Quay W.
• Harbour Square Park, 25 Queens Quay W.
• Sugar Beach Park, 11 Dockside Dr.
• Little Norway Park, 659 Queens Quay W.
• HTO Park, 339 Queens Quay W.
• Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W.

Time: Midnight
Cost: Free