New Year’s Eve activities for adults usually include boat parties, nightclubs and other social events at various venues in Metro Vancouver on December 31st.
Most events listed below are restricted to folks aged 19 or older.
To learn about other New Year’s Eve events, including ones for families, with fireworks, and at ski hills, click Vancouver New Year Celebrations.
December 31st, 2025, New Year’s Parties in Vancouver
Below are NYE events that usually happen in Vancouver and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland at the end of the year.
Boat Parties in Vancouver
Vancouver Boat Parties is hosting its New Year’s Eve Boat Cruise on Wednesday, December 31st, aboard the Burrard Queen. The event runs from 9:30 pm until 1:30 am, with three hours of cruising through False Creek, English Bay and the Inner Harbour.
Highlights include live DJs (DJ Brownsugar and DJ EM1), a rooftop deck, a dance floor, a licensed bar, a photographer, and views of the city’s fireworks (if any public display goes ahead this year). Boarding begins at 9:30 pm and the boat leaves the dock at 10:00 pm.
Note: Boat party events typically sell out quickly, especially New Year’s Eve sailings. For full details and tickets, visit the Vancouver Boat Parties website.
New Year’s Eve Parties in Vancouver
Other popular places to celebrate the New Year in Vancouver include nightclubs, hotels and other party places. Some of the most popular adult events are listed below.
(Note: Rates, venues and other details are subject to change.)
New Year’s Eve at the Paradox Hotel
An up-scale masquerade party takes place in the Grand Ballroom of the luxurious Paradox Hotel at 1161 West Georgia Street in downtown Vancouver. Midnight Unmasked 2026 is an electric masquerade New Year’s Eve experience. The dress code is nightlife or cocktail attire and masquerade eye masks are encouraged (but not required).
This event runs from 9:00 pm until midnight. Ticket prices start at around $85 at the early-bird rate and then go up to about $120. Included with admission is a complimentary drink. When purchasing your tickets online you also have the option of buying an LED masquerade mask for $20.
To learn more about this event, see our article about the Paradox Hotel or click Midnight Unmasked 2026.
For an idea of what to expect at this event, check out the following promotional video.
New Year’s Eve at Guilt & Company
Guilt & Company is a popular live music venue located in the basement at 1 Alexander Street in Gastown. On New Year’s Eve, the venue hosts one of its best nights of the year with food, drinks, and live music.
For New Year’s Eve 2026, Guilt & Co. is elevating its signature “This Is Not a Band” format by featuring two of the venue’s all-time favourite singers, Dawn Pemberton and NaRai Dawn. The evening includes four live sets starting at 9:00 pm, with DJ Anteres opening the night and performing between sets to keep the dancing going. The venue opens at 6:00 pm.
Unlike most NYE events, there is no pre-purchased ticket or reservation system. Instead, Guilt & Co charges $15 per set, added to your bill, and you can stay for as many or as few as you like. Parties need to arrive together to be seated together, and small groups may be paired with other groups.
This is a popular event and the venue fills up quickly on New Year’s Eve. In previous years, there has been a long lineup by around 10:00 pm, with a lively atmosphere, a packed room, and great music.
If you plan to go this year, arriving early is highly recommended to secure a table. Guilt & Company is a fantastic venue at any time of the year, but especially fun on New Year’s Eve. The energy, musicianship and Gastown vibe make it one of the best places to ring in the new year.
For more details about the venue, see our article about Guilt & Company.
The Rec Room
The Rec Room on Granville Street in Vancouver hosts a New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party on December 31st, 2025. The celebration includes access to entertainment, party favours, and a glass of champagne.
Ticket holders also receive a game band with either 160 or 365 credits, depending on the ticket type they buy. There are two types of tickets. General admission tickets cost around $27, and the Premium tickets cost around $62. Premium tickets include a separate entrance line, a dessert reception from 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm, a sponsored Coors drink, and a glass of champagne.
Harbour Event Centre New Year’s Party
An end-of-year event with lights and DJ music takes place at the Harbour Event Centre, located at 760 Pacific Boulevard in Vancouver.
This December’s New Year’s party features UK electronic artist Darren Styles. The doors open at 10:00 pm on Wednesday, December 31st, and the event runs until 3:00 am. General admission tickets currently start at $80 plus fees and taxes. VIP table packages are also available at various price points.
For more information click NYE at Harbour Event Centre.
New Year’s Eve at Science World
A major New Year’s Eve party is taking place again at Science World at 1455 Quebec Street in Vancouver. The CIRQUE NYE 2026 event happens on December 31st, 2025, from 9:00 pm until 2:30 am.
The celebration features three rooms of music across two floors, with cirque-style performers including aerial acrobats, dancers, stilt walkers, and jugglers. There are live DJs and five bars for drinks throughout the night. The event has a dress-to-impress theme.
General admission tickets start at $80. VIP tickets begin at $95 and include fast entry, access to a private lounge, and a third room of music with canapes. Ticket prices rise the more tickets are sold.
See the Twisted.ca website for tickets and details.
New Year’s Eve at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
A New Year’s Eve gala takes place at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver in the Pacific Ballroom. The event on December 31st, 2025, runs from 6:30 pm to 1:00 am and features a four-course dinner, followed by an evening of live music and dancing.
The entertainment includes a mix of pop and disco suitable for all ages, and the event is family-friendly with minors welcome if accompanied by a parent. Tickets for this year’s celebration start at about $214 each. The event has a formal dress code that suits a fancy setting.
For more information, see Eventbrite.ca website for tickets and details.
New Year’s Eve at Frankie’s Jazz Club
Frankie’s Jazz Club on Beatty Street hosts a soulful New Year’s Eve celebration with a performance from Mike Henry, a Tribute to Ray Charles.
Tickets cost $35, $40, or $45 depending on the seating tier. Guests can also order a three-course dinner for $115 per person, which includes a midnight champagne toast and a balloon drop. This event is really popular with jazz lovers. The event sells out every year very quickly.
Visit Frankie’s Jazz Club website for more information.
Craft Beer New Year’s Party
Party-goers can celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Craft Beer Market at 85 West 1st Avenue.
The 2025 event on December 31st begins at 9:30 pm. It features a live DJ playing late into the night and a full New Year’s countdown. General admission costs about $20. Guests can expect lots of dancing and mingling. For those who want to enjoy dinner beforehand, there’s an option to book a four-course prix-fixe reservation on the venue’s website.
Reflections Garden Terrace Celebration
The Garden Terrace in downtown Vancouver’s Hotel Georgia, close to the Vancouver Art Gallery, is hosting a celebration to ring in the New Year. Guests can expect champagne toasts, canapes, a live DJ, and a midnight balloon drop.
There are General Admission ticket options and VIP table experiences for groups of four to eight. It’s one of Vancouver’s fancy and atmospheric NYE parties, and the venue has just undergone a huge makeover earlier in the year. General admission costs around $165 per guest and includes a one-hour open bar.
See the rosewoodhotels.com website for details about this event.
New Year’s Eve Parties on the North Shore
Parties in the Lower Lonsdale District of North Vancouver on December 31st take place most years at the Eagles Club, Tap & Barrel Restaurant and Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier.
(Note: Rates, venues and other details are subject to change.)
Dinner at the Pinnacle and Pier 7
North Vancouver’s Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier celebrates New Year’s Eve this year with a three-course menu at its Lobby Restaurant. Located at 138 Victory Ship Way, the venue is near the waterfront and a five-minute walk from the Lonsdale Quay SeaBus terminal. The 2025 special dinner is priced at $89 per person, with the option to add wine pairings.
The Pier 7 Restaurant + Bar at the Shipyards in North Vancouver also has a special New Year’s Eve Four-Course Menu again for 2025. This year’s celebration takes place on December 31st from 5:00 pm. The four-course dinner costs around $99 per person, with optional add-ons like oysters and wine pairings.
New Year’s Eve at North Van Fraternal Order of Eagles
The Fraternal Order of Eagles Club in North Vancouver celebrates New Year’s Eve with a party. On December 31st in 2025 the event features a Greek/Mediterranean dinner and music with the band Wishbone.
Tickets this year cost $79 (plus GST). Doors open at 6:30 pm. The event includes party favours, champagne at midnight and live music from between the 1960s and 2000s. People ages 19+ are welcome.
The venue’s address is 170 West 3rd Street which is just four or so blocks from Lonsdale Quay and the SeaBus terminal.
For more information, visit the Eagles Club‘s website.
Other Information
Other articles that might be of interest include the following:
- Vancouver New Year’s Eve Celebrations
- Vancouver’s December Calendar of Events
- Vancouver’s January Calendar of Events
- Lower Mainland Christmas Activities
- What’s Happening This Weekend
- Downtown Vancouver Hotels
- Lower Mainland Festivals and Events
- Lower Mainland Polar Bear Swims
