New Year’s Eve | December 31, 2022
Check out all the fun ways to celebrate New Year's Eve!
ALBERTA SPORTS HALL OF FAME’S ROCKIN NEW YEAR’S FAMILY PARTY
Join them for a rockin' New Year's family party at the Hall. On December 31 from 6 pm - 10 pm we will have a DJ, party games, pizza, dancing, and museum access. The ball drop will be at 9 pm. Call 403-341-8614 to register.
Website: www.albertasportshall.ca/events
Where: # 102 - 4200 Hwy 2, Red Deer, AB T4N 1E3
Cost: $50/family* (*up to 2 adults & 2 children. $5 per additional child)
NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY AT HERITAGE RANCH
The Memphis Mafia Band and Cherries On Red are hitting the stage in the big dance hall at Heritage Ranch. Cocktails and canapes, appetizers, and a plethora of fine tasty bite-sized munchables. Champagne at midnight, party favours, and drinks at the full-service bar.
Website: www.heritageranch.ca
Where: 6300 Cronquist Dr, Red Deer, AB
Cost: Prices vary based on meal choices.
The Red Deer Cultural Heritage Society has rescheduled the Canada Day fireworks for New Years Eve at 8:00 pm. The Cronquist House will be selling warm and delicious coffee, hot cocoa, apple cider and cookies!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/RedDeerCulturalHeritageSociety
Where: 4707 Fountain Dr, Red Deer, AB T4N 6W4
Cost: Free
NYE UN-MASKERADE BALL AT THE TRACK ON 2
NYE celebration with deluxe buffet and live music featuring Leo Martinez and Braden Gates. The casino will be open on the main floor. Join them to celebrate NYE at our Un-Maskerade Ball! The dress code is Semi-Formal; no masks unless you truly want to wear one.
Website: www.thetrackon2.com
Where: 40309 Range Road 272 (just east of Hwy 2 & South of Hwy 12)
Cost: 99+ taxes and fees (includes deluxe buffet)
RING IN THE NEW YEAR AT RED DEER RESORT AND CASINO
Central Alberta's Gathering Place, Garden Terrace Lounge has a feature dinner for only $60 per person and includes a champagne toast at midnight. The first 25 reservations also receive no line access to either Bellini's or Longriders.
Website: www.rdrcasino.ca
Where: 3310 - 50 Avenue, Red Deer Alberta T4N 3X9
Cost: $60 per person, call 403-346-2091 to make your reservation.
NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY AT CHILLABONGS BAR AND GRILL
Ring in the New Year at Chillabong's Bar and Grill. Enjoy live music with SEE ALICE at your favourite neighbourhood bar and grill. Open 11:00 am-2:00 am, the live music starts at 9:00 pm.
Website: www.chillabongs.ca
Where: 18-69 Dunlop Street Red Deer, AB T4R 2H6
OVER THE RAINBOW NEW YEAR’S DRAG SHOW
What better way to spend New Year's Eve! Join Ru Paul's Drag Race Queens Farrah Moan, Jujubee, Nebraska and Derrick Barry as they take the stage to ring in 2023.
Website: https://westernerpark.ca/events/827-over-the-rainbow-
Where: 4847A 19th Street Red Deer, AB
Cost: prices vary from $101.80 to $154.85
SYLVAN LAKE NEW YEAR’S DAY FIREWORKS
Ring in the New Year with fireworks over the lake on January 1. Fireworks may be affected by weather and other conditions. Watch from anywhere along Lakeshore Drive.
When: January 1, 2023
Where: Watch from anywhere on Lakeshore Drive
Cost: FREE
CANYON SKI HILL
The Snow Tube Park at Canyon Ski Resort is so much fun, book your time on New Year’s Eve then it’s back home for dinner and a movie, the perfect evening. The park is located at the top of the hill complete with 6 groomed lanes. The New Year’s Eve hours are 12:45 pm and 3:00 pm and you can book your tickets online.
Website: www.canyonski.ca
Where: 38433, Range Rd 264A, Red Deer County, AB T4E 0Z1
Cost: $25 for 2 hours
Escape into the magic winter paradise of the Winter Village! With over 300,000 twinkling and dancing lights. The Winter Village is a magical place to go on New Year's Eve. A glittery winter walk through the Winter Village is full of festive charm.
When: December to March
Where: Pier at Lakeshore Drive and 50 Street
Cost: FREE
Central Alberta is a glow with beautiful light displays in and around Red Deer. It is an excellent time for your family and you to take in the various Holiday Light Tours to celebrate the New Year.
Skating at Bower Ponds is always a festive thing to do with its pretty lights and lovely scenery. If you don’t own any skates that’s okay as they have rentals and a selection of skating supplies. Be sure to warm up in the pavilion for a nice hot chocolate.
When: December to March
Where: 4715 Fountain Drive Red Deer, AB T4N 6W4
Cost: FREE
For more ideas on things to do for New Year’s Eve check out our Tourism Red Deer’s Event Calendar and have a Happy 2023.
