Things to do for New Year’s Eve in Calgary 2025
Celebrate the new year with a fancy dinner, a Flames game, or a dance party. And of course fireworks.
Scotiabank Saddledome (Credit: Tourism Calgary/Colin Way)
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Ring in 2026 with unforgettable moments in Calgary. From dazzling fireworks and concerts to cozy gatherings and festive treats, here are the best things to do in Calgary on New Year’s Eve.
New Year's Eve fireworks in Calgary
Celebrate the New Year with an epic fireworks show launched from Prince's Island Park!
City of Calgary New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Where: Prince’s Island Park
When: Midnight
Family friendly festivities
Kick off 2026 with these family friendly activities that won’t keep you up past your bedtime.
Noon Year’s Eve at TELUS Spark
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre
When: 11:00 a.m
New Year's Eve at Calgary Public Library
Where: Various library locations
When: 1:00 p.m.
Calgary Flames vs Philadelphia Flyers
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: 7:30 p.m.
Family friendly festivities beyond Calgary
New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade
Where: Sunshine Mountain Lodge (Banff)
When: 7:00 p.m.
New Year’s Eve dinners
Make a reservation and celebrate with special dinner menus and champagne toasts.
Where: Hotel Arts Kensington
When: Various seating times available
Where: Dean House
When: Various seating times available
NYE Dinner at Yellow Door Bistro
Where: Yellow Door Bistro
When: Various seating times available
Where: Calgary Zoo
When: Various seating times available
New Year’s Eve at the Fairmont Palliser Calgary
Where: Hawthorn Dining Room and Bar
When: Various seating times available
New Year’s Eve Events
Celebrate at dance parties, hockey games, rock concerts, galas, and stand-up comedy shows in Calgary.
British New Year at Ship & Anchor
Where: Ship & Anchor Pub
When: 11:00 a.m.
New Year's Eve at Calgary Public Library
Where: Various library locations
When: 1:00 p.m.
Where: King Eddy
When: 4:00 p.m.
Saloon 54 New Year’s Eve Cabaret
Where: The Attic Bar & Stage
When: 6:00 p.m.
The Rec Room’s New Year's Eve 2026 EXTRAVAGANZA
Where: The Rec Room Calgary
When: 7:00 p.m.
Where: MRU Taylor Centre for the Performing Arts
When: 7:30 p.m.
Calgary Flames vs Philadelphia Flyers
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Laugh Shop
When: 8:00 p.m.
Thank You, Next - NYE Celebration w/ Joash Charles, Aldobando & DJ B
Where: Commonwealth Bar & Stage
When: 8:00 p.m.
Where: One Eleven Grill
When: 8:00 p.m.
The Malt Ball 2026: A Cold Garden NYE
Where: The Palace Theatre
When: 9:00 p.m.
New Year’s Eve 80’s Dance Party
Where: Sundance Ballroom, Deerfoot Inn & Casino
When: 9:00 p.m.
Where: King Eddy
When: 9:30 p.m.
Things to do on New Year's Day
Get a fresh start with these exciting events happening on January 1, 2026.
Where: WinSport
When: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Calgary Wranglers vs Colorado Eagles
Where: Scotiabank Saddledome
When: 1:00 p.m.
Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall
When: 2:30 p.m.
