This time of the year is always jam-packed with celebrations, and for many, New Year’s Eve festivities are one of the last celebrations to take place in this holiday season before we must grudgingly drag ourselves back to school and hunker down for exams. That being said, I’ve resolved to spend this New Year’s Eve out with a company of friends rather than the usual: sitting in my bed watching Netflix. In my research of things to do that don’t involve a bar or casino, I’ve compiled a list of youth-friendly celebrations happening in Calgary this year that you may or may not find me at this year as a continuation of last year’s 2015 post.
New Year’s Eve Outdoor Party
A classic annual Calgarian celebration, head down to Olympic Plaza on New Year’s Eve to take advantage of the free event that includes a skating rink, dancing, and fireworks. Bring your own skates or borrow for free at the site to hit the rink, sit by the fire and sing songs or share stories, watch ice carving, with it all culminating in a stunning laser, music, and fireworks show after a countdown, this is one holiday party you don’t want to miss.
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Zoo Year’s Eve
Another classic NYE event, Zoo Year’s Eve is a family-friendly and ticketed event (limited tickets left! Get yours before it’s too late) that includes all that you would expect from the zoo and more, such as a DJ, skating rink, and much more live entertainment. The Globalfest coordinated fireworks show begins at 8:00pm, and is promised to stun.
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Dirty Dancing, presented by Broadway Across Canada
This is the perfect event for those interested in a more unconventional NYE experience. This iconic play about the stories of Baby and Johnny, whose lives collide in a summer of dance and music, is in Calgary for a limited time only, so it’s now or never! Tickets are available online and the show will take place in the Jubilee Auditorium.
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A Luminous New Year’s Eve
Another musical opportunity, Calgary’s own professional adult choir, Luminous Voices, will be ringing in 2016 with champagne, chocolates, and — of course, singing! If you’re unsure about choral music, let Luminous Voices earn your trust. I had the pleasure of attending their concert in the new Bella Concert Hall back in October, and it was truly an amazing experience. If you’re up for trying something new, check this event out!
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