♦ I've seen a few people asking around what events are going on for NYE/Day. So sharing the list below I sent to my newsletter earlier.
Please drop in some replies on what I might be missing so everyone know's what's going on.
Lot's of good stuff happening for people of all ages & interests!
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Wednesday December 31st (New Year's Eve)
Glow Slime Party | Mini Playtown, Kitchener | Multiple Times Available | "Elsa, Anna & Olaf are coming to Mini Playtown for a Slime Glow Party! Join us for glowing slime fun, dancing, photos, stories, and magical playtime."
Cambridge New Year's Eve Party | Preston Memorial Auditorium | 3-7pm | "Come ring in the New Year with the City of Cambridge with an evening packed with free activities for all ages on and off the ice."
NYE Sparkling Wine Pairing Dinner | Little Mushroom, Cambridge | 5pm | "We take you through four courses of sparkling wine from Hinterland Wine Co, from Prince Edward County, paired with food from Little Mushroom Dining Lounge."
80's and 90's NYE Dance Party | EVO Kitchen & Bar, Cambridge | 5:30pm | "Dinner, retro dance party, great vibes, and zero stress - let's make this New Year’s Eve unforgettable!"
Waterloo New Year's Eve Party | Waterloo Public Square | 6-9pm | "Free, family-friendly event. Ice skating, hot cider, a DJ & more."
The Roast of NYE: Comedy Show | The Registry Theatre, Kitchener | 7pm | "Headlining the night is Canada's own roastmaster Tyler Morrison, taking the stage for a no-holds-barred Roast of 2025 - because if the year’s going out, it might as well go down in flames."
NYE Celebration Party | Wave Maker Brewery, Cambridge | 7pm | "Good people, fun games and great music make for a great party, so we've got a variety of activities to take us to midnight-whether it's for laughs or for prizes you'll have a great time!"
Rockin' New Year's Eve Bash ft. The Mudmen | Four Father's Brewing, Cambridge | 7:30pm | "Celebrate New Year's Eve with an unforgettable evening of Celtic music and storytelling from Canada’s very own Celtic rock warriors, The Mudmen!"
NYE Featuring The Almost Hip | Bobby O'Brien's, Kitchener | 8pm | "An unforgettable NYE celebration featuring live music from The Almost Hip, delivering an energetic tribute to the legendary sound you love."
NYE Countdown on the Big Screen | The Gaslight District, Cambridge | 8pm | "The most popular annual New Year's Eve tradition is coming to The Big Screen! Catch the New Year's Eve Ball Drop live on our Big Screen!"
Yuk Yuk's Comedy | Kingpin Bowlounge (Bingemans, Kitchener) | 8pm | Headliners: Dom Pare & DK Phan
Kitchener New Year's Eve Party | Kitchener City Hall | 8:30pm | "Kid-friendly concert to kick things off, an 'early family countdown', Shania Twain tribute performance, free hot chocolate, ice skating & more!"
Glass Tiger Concert | Maxwell's, Waterloo | 9pm | "Upclose. Iconic. Unmissable: A rare chance to get closer than ever as you ring in 2026 with the band Glass Tiger."
Romeo Sex Fighter NYE | Elements, Kitchener | 9pm | "Your favourite long bois ring in the new year with very special guests (TBA)"
The Great Galtsby NYE | The Galt Club, Cambridge | 9pm | "A Night of Drag, Dancing & Exotic Performances! Dress code: 1920's era"
Thursday, January 1st (New Year's Day)
Not a ton open or going on today, but listing out some spots where you can still go & have some fun!
- The Museum, Kitchener | Dino toothpaste, crafting light up keychains & more! | Info
- Wonder of Winter Lights, Waterloo | Info
- Gift of Lights, Bingemans | Info
- Outdoor skating at Kitchener City Hall, Waterloo Public Square and the Gaslight District
- Test your 'escaping abilities' at VR Escapism | Info
- Bowl a strike at Waterloo Splitsville | Info
- Lot's of great movies out at the moment & the theatres will be open
- Jump on the trampolines at Kitchener Skyzone | Info
- From Vienna With Love: Cambridge Symphony | Info
- Explore some local trails (my favourite way to find new ones is on www.alltrails.com/)
- Relax & chill at home with some games, movies & a hot chocolate (or your preferred beverage of choice)
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This was one of the many sections found in today's 'Grand River Buzz' newsletter. Delivered Monday & Thursdays straight to your email. You can sign up here to keep in the loop: grandriverbuzz.ca/signup - next one will go out Thursday, January 1st (maybe the Friday.. we'll see how NYE goes lol!)
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