Ring in the New Year at one of the many events happening around Calgary this year.
New Year’s Eve at Olympic Plaza
Kids can see stilt walkers and magicians at this family-friendly event which features performances from Canadian rock band 54.40 and Calgary’s own Eve Hell and the Razors. An early countdown for the kids takes place at 9 p.m., followed by fireworks at midnight.
WHEN: 7 p.m. – 12 a.m. on Dec. 31. Kids countdown at 9 p.m. Fireworks at midnight.
WHERE: Olympic Plaza
COST: Free
WEBSITE: City of Calgary
WATCH: City of Calgary superintendent of arts and culture Teresa Byrne joins Global Calgary with details on the activities planned for New Year’s Eve at Olympic Plaza
Noon Year’s Eve
Perfect for kids with early bedtimes, take part in a special countdown beginning at 11:45 a.m. set to the tune of hydrogen balloon explosions. Then, join in a bubble-wrap dance party.
WHEN: 9 a.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Spark science centre
COST: $12.95 – $19.95
WEBSITE: Spark science centre
Glitter and Gold New Year’s Eve featuring Porter Robinson
WHEN: 9 p.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Grey Eagle Event Centre, 3777 Grey Eagle Drive.
COST: $96 – $111
WEBSITE: GreyEagleResortandCasino.ca
WATCH: Porter Robinson – Flicker
Beatmatrix New Year’s Eve Masquerade Gala
Put on your best outfit and your most mysterious mask for this gala.
WHEN: Dec. 31.
WHERE: Metropolitan Conference Center, 333 4 Avenue S.W.
COST: $50 – $75
WEBSITE: ClubZone.com
Mystique New Year’s Eve
Put on your mask and head to the Carriage House Inn to celebrate New Year’s Eve at Club Mystique, the Mystique Ball or the Culinary Experience.
WHEN: 6 p.m. / 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Carriage House Inn, 9030 Macleod Trail South
COST: $115+
WEBSITE: MasqueradeNYE.com
Single and the City New Year’s Eve Gala
Enjoy a night filled with intrigue, glamour, adventure, high fashion and passion. Both couples and singles are welcome.
WHEN: 9 p.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Jack Singer main lobby
COST: $55
WEBSITE: ArtsCommons.ca
New Years 2017 at Masquerade Gala at Hotel Blackfoot
Head to Hotel Blackfoot for a Venetian Masquerade-themed New Year’s Eve gala.
WHEN: Dec. 31
WHERE: Hotel Blackfoot, 5940 Blackfoot Trail S.E.
COST: $115 per person, or two tickets and a guest room for $319
WEBSITE: HotelBlackfoot.com
New Year’s Eve concerts at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino
Watch Kenny Shields and the Street Art with Doug and the Slugs – or Eagle’s tribute band Hotel California – at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino.
WHEN: 10 p.m. / 11 p.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Deerfoot Inn and Casino, 11500 35 St S.E.
COST: $79 – $119
WEBSITE: DeerfootInn.com
New Year’s Eve House Party at Ranchman’s
Enjoy free popcorn, cotton candy, and a photobooth at Ranchmen’s.
WHEN: 8 p.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Ranchman’s cookhouse and dancehall, 9615 Macleod Trail S.E.
COST: $25 – $50
WEBSITE: Ranchmans.com
Legends NYE at Cowboys Dance Hall
Ring in the New Year at Cowboys Dance Hall.
WHEN: 8 p.m. on Dec. 31
WHERE: Cowboys Dance Hall, 421 12 Ave S.E.
COST: $20 – $50
WEBSITE: Cowboys
Denim and Diamonds NYE at Knoxville’s
Dress to impress in denim and diamonds at Knoxville’s tavern.
WHEN: 9 p.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Knoxville’s Tavern, 840 9 Ave S.W.
COST: $10 – $20
WEBSITE: Knoxville’s Tavern
New Year’s Eve Club Crawl
One ticket gets you access to four parties and transportation on a Bust Loose party bus.
WHEN: 6 p.m. Dec. 31.
WHERE: Start at Hudson’s Canadian Taphouse in Shawnessy or Crowfoot – and end at Cowboys Dancehall.
COST: $40
WEBSITE: BustLoose.com
Calgary Flames vs. Arizona Coyotes
Begin your New Year’s Eve celebrations by cheering on the Calgary Flames as they battle the Arizona Coyotes.
WHEN: 8 p.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Saddledome
COST: $30+
WEBSITE: Ticketmaster.ca
Selkirk Grille New Year’s Eve Dinner
Ring in 2017 with a New Years Eve dinner at the Selkirk Grille.
WHEN: 5 p.m. or 10 p.m.
WHERE: The Selkirk Grille at Heritage Park, 1900 Heritage Dr S.W.
COST: $94
WEBSITE: HeritagePark.ca
2016 New Year’s Eve Luau Dinner at the Sheraton Cavalier
Head to the Sheraton Cavalier for a New Year’s Eve luau dinner.
WHEN: Doors open at 6 p.m. on Dec. 31.
WHERE: Sheraton Cavalier Calgary Hotel, 2620 32 Ave N.E.
COST: $85
WEBSITE: ClubZone.com
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