What's Going on in the North End: New Years Eve 2026
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- Dec 17, 2025
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Updated: Dec 22, 2025
As the year draws to a close, the vibrant North End of Halifax gears up to celebrate New Year's Eve with a series of lively events! Whether you're seeking a night of live music, culinary delights, or a cozy gathering with friends, North End Halifax offers an array of options to ring in the New Year in style.
Check out what's going on in the North End this New Year's:
The Nightmare Before New Years
When: Dec. 27th, 2025
9:00pm - 2:00am
Description: The third annual Nightmare Before New Year’s is back in Halifax on Saturday, December 27, taking over 2037 Gottingen Street for a two-stage night of chaos in the best way.
Upstairs at the Marquee, elder emo DJ Shellingwolf is hosting her legendary dance party with help from a celebrity guest DJ.
Downstairs at the Seahorse, you’ll catch some of the Maritimes’ best heavy bands doing what they do best.
One ticket gets you into both stages, so you can bounce between the party and the show. Expect a few fun surprises along the way.
Doors open at 9 PM for both rooms.
New Years Eve Dinner at Reta's
Where: Reta's
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
5:00 - 10:00pm
Description: 💃Gettin Fancy on New Years Eve! 🕺
🍽️We wanna get ya fed before your night out and make it a little extra special by treating you to a welcome French 75 with Veuve-Cliquot and Hennessy from our pal @evangmcneil. 🍾🥂
We’ll be tucking some caviar and truffle throughout our menu to say a big ‘see ya later’ to 2025! We love ya Halifax, and want to treat you to something special.
New Year's Eve 4-Course Plant-Based Dinner at Springhouse
Where: Springhouse
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
5:00 - 10:00pm
Description: Join us for an unforgettable night of elegant and creative plant-based food! Our special 4-course dinner is $70 per person, not including tax, beverages, or gratuity.
Please call (902) 404-8080 to book your table during open hours. Online booking not available for this event. Tables for 2, 3, or 4 guests available. Seating is limited, so don't delay.
New Year's Eve 2026 at Moxy
Where: Moxy Hotel
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
7:00pm - 1:00am
Description: 🎉 Ring in 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ with the Moxy 🎉
✅ Party 🎊
✅ Drinks 🥂
✅ DJ 🎶
✅ NYE Accessories 🎭🎈
✅ Melt Bar 🍌 🧀 🫕 🍫 🍓
✅ Hotel room 🛏️
5417 Cogswell Street. Look for the 🦁
Few Beers Eve
Where: Gus' Pub
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
8:00pm - Late
Description: FEW BEERS EVE: A DECADE OF DEBAUCHERY
RETURNING TO THE PLACE WHERE IT ALL BEGAN FOR ONE LAST HOO-RAH OF THE YEAR. COME BID FAREWELL TO 2025 AND CELEBRATE 10 YEARS (!!!) OF OUR BULLSHIT WITH ONE BILLION BEERS ALONGSIDE THE BEST OF BUDS.
WE’RE OLD NOW - LET’S PARTY ABOUT IT. 🍻🎉
Y2K Night: NYE
Where: Seahorse Tavern
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
10:00pm - 2:00am
Description: BACK AGAIN RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR FOR THE 4TH YEAR IN A ROW!
Come on down to the Seahorse for another cheap as hell NYE celebration with @stilldrunkenest blasting out all the 2000s bangers from 10pm to close.
$18 adv / $25 at the door
NYE Ft. Revelstoke Power Supply
Where: Good Robot Brewing Co.
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
9:00 - 11:00pm
Description: Ring in the new year the easy way. We’re keeping things laid-back at the taproom this NYE, with Revelstoke Power Supply playing from 9PM–11PM. Good beer, good tunes, good company.
Midnight Masquerade: A Special NYE Ball Drop Event
Where: Driftwood Coastal Diner
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
9:00pm - late
Description: Welcome to Midnight Masquerade — the must-attend New Year’s Eve celebration in Halifax for those who love style, music and unforgettable moments.
This year, we’re elevating New Year’s Eve beyond the expected. Step into a stunning atmosphere where sophistication meets mystery, and where the theme is all about elegance and allure:
💞 Black & Blush Dress Code
Stand out from the typical black-and-gold NYE style and embrace the soft glam and bold contrast of this year’s exclusive event palette. Masks are highly encouraged.
✨ What to Expect
✔ Complimentary Champagne Toast at midnight
✔ Epic Balloon Drop Countdown
✔ Low-Priced Cocktail & Drink Specials All Night
✔ VIP Booth Options with priority seating and complimentary appetizers
✔ Premium sound & lighting experience
Whether you’re celebrating with someone special or turning up with your squad, this night is designed to be photo-worthy, memory-making and full of high-energy vibes.
🎧 Music & Entertainment
Dance through the night with an all-star lineup of DJs bringing the best in urban, Caribbean, nightlife and open-format club energy:
DJ WEBBER - RS SMOOTH - DJ NUFF - DJ LAXX
Expect a mix of R&B, soca, dancehall, afrobeats, hip hop, club anthems, and feel-good classics.
📍 Venue & Details
🗓 Wednesday, December 31, 2025
⏰ Doors open at 9:00 PM until 3:00am
📍 Driftwood Coastal Dinner
🔞 19+ Event — ID Required
🎟 Ticketing
Tickets are available exclusively through Eventbrite.
Early bird and VIP packages are limited — once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Secure your tickets early and avoid disappointment.
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🥂 Final Words
Step into 2026 with elegance, energy and the perfect blend of luxury and nightlife vibes.
This New Year’s Eve…
Propeller Arcade's New Year's Eve Party
Where: Propeller Arcade
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
5:00pm - 1:00am
Description: Opening at 5pm and going until 1am, join us for a free play night where a simple $10 at the door gets you free play on all the games (doing pool for this one) and some of that old reliable Baby Duck while we say goodbye to 2025 on the big screen.
Last year was amazing, so we aren’t changing a thing and you know we mean a party when we open the pool table up for free play.
See you all on the 31st 🦆
NYE Take-Out Menu at Real Fake Meats
Where: Real Fake Meats
When: Dec. 31st, 2025
Description: Did ya think we forgot? HECK NO!
We will take preorders for our NEW YEARS EVE take out menu ONLY during store hours!
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This one is different than preorders for Christmas so read this please 😘
🌟 You call the shop during store hours
🌟 You pick a time to pickup between 12-7pm
🌟 You choose to take the food hot or cold
🌟 Make payment over the phone
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There will be some extras made for day of and night before ordering in our regular system. But it’s limited! Preorder is highly recommended! And the tables will be ready in case ya wanna pop in for the meal in house on a real plate! The regular menu will not be available on the 31st - just the Real Fake Chinese Menu!
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