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 ages 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 or Vancouver NYE Fireworks.
December 31st New Year’s Parties in Vancouver
Below are NYE events that happen in Vancouver and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland most years. At the time of writing this article, details for some of last year’s events were to be confirmed.
Tribute Band Concerts
A few different tribute bands host concerts in Metro Vancouver throughout the year. In 2023 two shows took place on December 31st.
At 9:00 pm there was the NYE Eve Bash at the Great Canadian Casino (which used to be called the Hard Rock Casino) in Coquitlam. The show featured a tribute to the Eagles by Take it to the Limit, as well as a Linda Ronstandt tribute by Blue Bayou.
Also on December 31st was an 80s Dance Party at 9:30 pm. It took place at the River Rock Casino in Richmond. The event featured the Atari Radio Starz who play huge hits by Madonna, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, and more.
For more information about these and other events, see our article about Vancouver Tribute Bands and Concerts.
Boat Parties in Vancouver
Vancouver Boat Parties typically offers three New Year’s Eve party cruises on December 31st. They start at around 9:30 pm and continue until 1:00 am or so.
Two events take place on the Magic Spirit yacht. They both feature about three hours of sailing, plus food and lots of music. The parties ring in the new year with a countdown, midnight toast and a complimentary glass of champagne. It’s always a lot of fun!
A third NYE boat party event includes food. It takes place on the Burrard Queen. It too will be very popular.
Note: These boat party events typically sell out quickly. To book your 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 and other party places. Some of the most popular events for adults are listed below.
(Note: Rates, venues and other details are subject to change.)
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 offers food and live music with a great band.
Performing on December 31st in 2023 was Dawn Pemberton and NaRai Dawn. They played four different sets of music that cost $12 each per person. DJ Dule opened the show and played music between the main four sets as well. Doors opened at 6:00 pm and the main sets kicked off at 9:00 pm.
A few years ago on New Year’s Eve, we dropped by the venue shortly after 10:00 pm. There was a large lineup to get in and the place was packed inside. The band was fabulous, the place was full of good vibes and everyone appeared to be having a great time.
We recommend this place any time of the year. It’s definitely a “best place to be!” If you want to go on New Year’s Eve, however, if you can, be sure to arrive early to avoid the lineup and to find a seat. You’ll have a blast!
For more details about the venue see our article about Guilt & Company.
Gatsby’s House Party
This 1920s-themed New Year’s Eve party takes place at the Marriott Pinnacle at 1128 West Hastings Street in downtown Vancouver. Last year, it included party favours and music with two DJs. Admission starts at about $86 and the party runs from 8:30 pm until 1:30 am. The mandatory coat check costs $6.
A few years ago, we dropped by the venue shortly after midnight to take a look. It was one of only a couple of venues that didn’t let us go in, however, so we couldn’t tell if it was any good. We assume it was. Although the party was supposed to continue until later, it appeared that most people had already left by the time we got there, or were in the process of leaving, and staff was starting to pack up.
For more information click Gatsby’s House Party.
Harbour Event Centre New Year’s Party
An end-of-year event with lights and DJ music sometimes takes place at the Harbour Event Centre at 760 Pacific Boulevard in Vancouver.
Last year’s event featured music from the Israeli duo Vini Vici. Doors open at 10:00 pm and the event runs until well after midnight. Tickets start at about $80 plus taxes and online fees.
For more information click NYE at Harbour Event Centre.
New Year’s Eve at Science World
A New Year’s Eve party takes place most years at Science World at 1455 Quebec Street in Vancouver.
The party typically happens on December 31st from 9:00 pm until 2:30 am. It features five bars, two floors of dancing, 10 of Vancouver’s favourite DJs and up to 1,200 guests. Last year’s event also included Cirque performance artists. Silk aerialists, jugglers, and other entertainers were expected to perform.
Tickets for the 2023 event ranged from about $80 (plus fees) for early-bird admission up to about $3,000 for a VIP table for eight. The dress code for this event is semi-formal (so no baseball hats, sweatshirts or sweatpants).
See the Twisted.ca website for tickets and details.
Parq Gala New Year’s Eve
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver at 39 Smithe Street in Yaletown hosted a New Year’s Eve party in 2023.
Taking place on December 31st at 9:00 pm, the party features a red carpet, appetizers, two rooms with DJ music and more.
Tickets start at about $70 each plus taxes and fees. The party wraps up by 2:00 am. Guests are asked to wear formal attire and the event is reserved for folks ages 21 and above.
See the Eventbrite.ca website for tickets and details.
Craft Beer New Year’s Party
Party-goers can celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Craft Beer Market at 85 West 1st Avenue.
Last year, there was a four-course dinner with a complimentary cocktail starting at 7:00 pm on December 31st. It cost $95 per person. The venue also offered a countdown to 2024 with snacks, drinks and DJ music starting at 9:00 pm. The entry fee for the late-night festivities was $30 each.
New Year’s Eve at Frankie’s Jazz Club
There’s a New Year’s Eve celebration at Frankie’s Jazz Club almost every year. The venue is located at 755 Beatty Street.
Last year’s New Year’s Eve event started at 8:00 pm. It featured a performance by Gabriel Hasselback with Richard Freeman, Glenn Riley, Yuichiro Watanabe and Paul Driver. Tickets to the event cost $135 per person.
Visit Frankie’s Jazz Club website for more information.
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 celebrated New Year’s Eve in 2023 with a four-course dinner 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.
Last year, the special dinner ran from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm on New Year’s Eve. It cost $89 per person. Wine pairings were also available for purchase.
The Pier 7 Restaurant + Bar at the Shipyards in North Vancouver also had a special New Year’s Eve dinner menu in 2023.
New Year’s Eve at North Van Fraternal Order of Eagles
The Fraternal Order of Eagles Club in North Vancouver usually celebrates New Year’s Eve with a party.
Tickets for last year’s event cost $55 (plus GST). Doors opened at 7:00 pm and the band Midnight & The Drifters performed from 9:00 pm until late. The event included appetizers, champagne at midnight and live music. Folks 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
For ideas about other things to do on New Year’s Eve, including family-friendly events, check out the following:
Other articles that might be of interest include the following:
- 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
