Ten Things to Do Around Town New Year’s Eve 2023
By Sidney Ulakovic
Just like that, New Year’s Eve is only weeks away, and we’re left wondering where 2023 has gone. Before you let any more time get away, read on for the lowdown on all the local fun to be had on the last day of the year and secure those plans! From fun with the family, to masquerade dinners, to dance parties you won’t forget, we’ve got you covered.
Family Frolic
When: 4 pm
Where: Fort William Historical Park
Cost: Ticket prices vary by age
Age: All ages
Ring in the new year and celebrate the wrap-up of Fort William Historical Park’s 50th anniversary with an evening of family-friendly activities, winter games and contests, live artisan demonstrations, and fireworks. Tickets available online.
New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party
When: 6 pm
Where: Victoria Inn Hotel and Convention Centre
Cost: $150 single ticket. $1,000 table of 8
Age: 19+
Celebrate the end of 2023 in support of Dorset Pier Community Cares, a registered not-for-profit that funds counselling sessions for individuals in the community who otherwise can’t afford it. This event includes a three-course dinner, silent auction, DJ, and 360 Photo Booth. Have fun ringing in the New Year all while supporting a great cause. Tickets available online.
Port Athur Branch No 5’s New Year’s Eve Party
When: 7:30 pm
Where: Royal Canadian Legion Port Arthur Branch 5
Cost: $30
Age: 19+
Welcome the new year at Branch 5 with live music from Just Waylon. Your ticket includes party favours, a bite to eat, and sparkling wine at midnight. Tickets can be purchased in person at the clubroom.
Jazzy New Year’s Eve with Mood Indigo
When: 8 pm
Where: Anchor & Ore
Cost: $95 per person
Age: 19+
Say goodbye to 2023 with music from Mood Indigo at this unique New Year’s Eve celebration at The Delta Hotel’s Anchor & Ore restaurant. Guests will be treated to a table d’hôte menu and are encouraged (but not required) to attend dressed to the nines for this evening of delicious food and dancing the night away to jazz classics. Reserve your seat while you still can!
New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party
When: 8 pm
Where: The Foundry
Cost: $40
Age: 19+
Don your finest in fashions and join The Foundry for an extravagant celebration to bid farewell to 2023 with champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and a specially curated dance party by Rogue & Tanz spanning the eras from retro classics to today’s top hits. Tickets available online and include your masquerade mask, hors d’oeuvres, a glass of champagne.
New Year’s Eve at The Westfort
When: 9 pm
Where: The Westfort
Cost: Free to enter
Age: 19+
Say hello to 2024 with bumping tunes from DJ Stevejay, drink specials, and prizes you won’t want to miss out on, like a chance to win a VIP package for two to see Buckcherry and Skid Row in the spring.
Sober New Year’s Eve Dance Party
When: 9 pm
Where: Howl at the Moon
Cost: $10 at the door
Age: All ages
Celebrate the last night of 2023 at TBay’s hottest sober dance party. Howl at the Moon will be spinning all the throwbacks, so shine up those dancing shoes and get ready to burn up the dance floor.
New Year’s Eve Masquerade
When: 9 pm
Where: The Hodder
Cost: Free to enter
Age: 19+
Toast to 2024 at The Hodder’s masquerade party (masks provided) with spins from DJ Doobies, and sparkling wine at midnight.
New Year’s Eve Bash
When: 9 pm
Where: Paulucci’s Wayland Bar & Grill
Cost: $20
Age: 19+
New Years Eve 2023 tickets are in. Hit up The Wayland for a night of live music with The JB Band and a pre-midnight snack of beef on a bun (you can’t head into the new year on an empty stomach!). Tickets are first come first serve, so be sure to pop into the bar to purchase one from one of their bartenders.
Glow Party
When: 9 pm
Where: The Alley
Cost: Free to enter
Age: 19+
Celebrate at The Alley with tunes from DJ GDUBZ and a performance from local hip hop artist planbstrik9. Partygoers can expect drink specials, giveaways, and a night to remember.
Ultimate New Year’s Eve Bash
When: 9 pm
Where: NV Music Hall
Cost: $11.43 general admission. $17.15 VIP Admission.
Age: 19+
If you haven’t been to NV’s New Year’s Eve Bash in the past, this is your year. Dress to impress while you party in your best black and white attire. There will be a complimentary champagne toast at midnight, drink specials, and dancing until 4 am. Tickets available online.
