Check below to see where you want to ring in 2009!
BY JANET MOORE
With Christmas rolling nearer, it also brings to mind the possibilities of New Years’ celebrations. When? Where? With whom? This year if you find yourself in Canada, consider checking out one of the many annual celebrations that are abundant across the country.
TORONTO
If you’re in the provincial capital at all this season, always stop by
Nathan Phillip's Square (John Vetterli)
for some skating. Every year for the month of December, the Square is the home of the Cavalcade of Lights. On New Years’ Eve, the event continues with live performances and a spectacle of lighted displays.
If a fancier crowd is what you’re looking for, the Royal Ontario Museum is offering a gala event inside the new Crystal Room.
For the dancers:
CiRCA: one of the largest clubs around, with four floors each featuring different themes and music. Located right downtown, near City TV.
Republik
Guvernment
MONTREAL
Welcome to the life of the party! There are of course numerous options here and they all seem to guarantee a wild evening. If you’re the sporty type, or are looking for family fun, check out Bromont, a ski resort an hour outside of the city. Spend New Years’ Eve on the slopes–it’s open until late on December 31st and early on January 1, 2009.
For the dancers:
Fluid – flat rate in advance, open bar all evening until 3am!
The Montreal Bar Hop – this cheaper option gets you a bracelet and access to 20 clubs around the city. Also includes shuttle service between all featured clubs.
NIAGARA FALLS
Those who come here for New Year’s Eve, then go to Clifton Hill! The New Year’s Eve Bash begins at 8pm with fireworks at 9. This year’s concert features Roger Hodgson of Supertramp and the one and only Kim Mitchell–you remember that old ’80s hit, “Patio Lanterns.” There’s also the Festival of Lights running through till January 5–so don’t miss out. And for those of you of age, don’t forget about the Fallsview Casino, located within walking distance of the Clifton Hill festivities!
OTTAWA
New Year’s in the nation’s capital is always an adventure. There are a wealth of activities happening–from the pubs in the Byward Market to the over 70 sites of dazzling Christmas lights.
If you are here before New Year’s Eve, stop by Parliament from December 26th to the 30th when the public is invited inside the decorated Centre Block. The view from the Peace Tower is breathtaking.
For the dancers:
Barrymore’s – always a party, on New Years’ Barrymore’s is featuring music from the 50s to top 40.
Zaphod Beetlebrox
Pier 21
Grace O’Malley’s
VANCOUVER
If you find yourself on the west coast this December, Vancouver also offers choice events for the big celebration. Check out the Gala New Year’s Eve Boat Cruise which sets sail at 7:30pm. If you’re looking for a quiet evening, Guy and Dolls finishes its Vancouver run on the 31st. Or, check out salsa dancing at Vancouver Salsa.
For the dancers:
Ginger 62
Canvas
Celebrities
Shine
However you decide to celebrate, I hope you’re able to spend it with friends and family. Happy New Year! iT!
Janet Moore is the Travel Editor for The Weekly Wanderer. Janet is a teacher who’s traveled to Europe and Asia. Her column, ‘The Gypsy Chronicles’ can be found in The Weekly Wanderer on Thursdays twice a month.
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