K-W Oktoberfest Founding Member Jack Bishop Dies
The Kitchener-Waterloo community mourns the loss of Jack Bishop, a founding member and past president of K-W Oktoberfest. His legacy in shaping the iconic festival is remembered.
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Edmonton's Wyrd Bier Festival is back with 19 breweries
Edmonton's unique Wyrd Bier Adventure festival returns Jan. 7-Feb. 1, featuring 19 local breweries creating bizarre, monster-themed beers. Discover the story behind this event supporting local business and mental health.
Head of Calgary Christmas light display retires
Otto Silzer, the visionary behind Calgary's Lions Festival of Lights, steps down after nearly four decades of illuminating Confederation Park. Discover his legacy.
Magic of Lights in Edmonton wraps up record season
Edmonton's Magic of Lights drive-through holiday attraction concludes its most successful season since the pandemic, drawing crowds to Rad Torque Raceway. Discover the festive magic.
Amherstburg River Lights Festival Ends This Weekend
Don't miss the last chance to see Amherstburg's dazzling River Lights Winter Festival. The popular event wraps up its seasonal run this Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Vancouver's 106th Polar Bear Swim Draws Thousands
Thousands welcomed 2026 with a frigid plunge at Vancouver's English Bay, continuing a 106-year-old tradition. Meet the veteran who hasn't missed a swim in 46 years.
Thousands Celebrate New Year's Eve in Calgary with Fireworks
Thousands of Calgarians gathered in Eau Claire to welcome 2026 with a dazzling midnight fireworks display, marking a festive and optimistic start to the new year.
2026 Polar Bear Swim in Vancouver's English Bay
Hundreds of participants braved the icy waters of English Bay for Vancouver's annual Polar Bear Swim on New Year's Day 2026. See the photos and stories from this chilly tradition.
New Brunswick Welcomes 2026 with Levees and Polar Dips
New Brunswickers celebrated New Year's Day 2026 with Lieutenant-Governor Louise Imbeault's first levee and chilly polar bear swims. Discover how the province kicked off the new year.
Polar Bear Swims Take Place Across Canada on New Year's Day
Canadians from coast to coast celebrated the arrival of 2026 with traditional polar bear swims, braving frigid waters in events like Dartmouth's Lake Banook dip. Discover the frosty festivities and other major New Year's headlines.
Dartmouth Polar Dip Draws Hundreds on New Year's Day
Hundreds of participants took the plunge at Lion's Park Beach in Dartmouth, N.S., for the Darkside Dippers' annual New Year's Day polar dip, braving icy waters to start 2026 with a splash.
Windsor-Essex rings in 2026 with festive celebrations
Residents of Windsor-Essex celebrated New Year's Eve 2025 with ice skating at City Hall Square, galas at clubs, and fireworks across the region. Discover how the community welcomed 2026.
Canada Welcomes 2026 with Coast-to-Coast Celebrations
Canadians from coast to coast celebrated the arrival of 2026 with polar plunges, skates, and new beginnings. Discover the new laws, Olympic team news, and top stories shaping the new year.
Toronto NYE 2025: Celebrations and Cold Weather Alert
Toronto and the GTA prepare for a chilly New Year's Eve with city-led celebrations. Get the latest on events, weather, and closures as 2025 comes to a close.
Greece, Cyprus Ban Fireworks for 2026 New Year's Eve
Greece and Cyprus welcome 2026 without traditional fireworks displays due to a new ban. Explore the reasons behind the policy and how celebrations adapted globally.
Toronto New Year's Eve 2025 Plans and Safety Info
Toronto and the GTA prepare for New Year's Eve with fireworks and music. Police urge safe travel plans. Get details on celebrations and road closures.
Montreal's 2026 NYE Guide: Old Port Party Details
Your essential guide to Montreal's Grand Minuit New Year's Eve party at the Old Port. Get details on fireworks, road closures, transit, and how to brave the cold for 2026 celebrations.
Huron Polar Plunge Ready for New Year's Day
The annual Huron Polar Plunge is set to take place in Goderich, Ontario on New Year's Day. Participants will brave the frigid Lake Huron waters for charity. Get details on the event.
Montreal's St-Laurent bars open all night for New Year's
A record 22 bars and clubs on Montreal's St-Laurent Blvd. will stay open past 3 a.m. for New Year's Eve under a special project, offering extended celebrations. Discover which venues are participating.
Ring in 2026: New Year's Eve Guide for Downtown Windsor
Downtown Windsor is set for a vibrant New Year's Eve celebration to welcome 2026. Get details on events, safety tips from police, and how to plan your night.
Calgary's 2026 New Year's Eve Festivities Announced
Calgary is set to host a wide array of New Year's Eve events to ring in 2026. Discover the city's plans for a memorable celebration.
Times Square's New Year's Eve Ball is Biggest Yet
New York's Times Square reveals its largest-ever crystal ball for the 2026 New Year's Eve celebration, featuring new technology and dazzling lights. Discover the details of this iconic tradition.
New Year's Eve 2025 in Montreal's Old Port: What to Know
Your guide to celebrating New Year's Eve 2025 in Montreal's Old Port. Festivities run from 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Plan your night with our essential details.
Metro Vancouver's 2026 Polar Bear Swims Guide
Ring in 2026 with a frigid dip! Metro Vancouver's polar bear swims, led by the 106-year-old English Bay event, offer a chilling start to the new year. Find times and locations from Deep Cove to White Rock.
Sydney's NYE fireworks tribute to Bondi attack victims
Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve celebrations for 2026 began with a poignant tribute to victims of the Bondi attack, as fireworks lit up the harbour. Read more about the commemorative event.
Hong Kong rings in 2026 without fireworks after deadly blaze
Hong Kong cancels its iconic New Year's Eve fireworks display over Victoria Harbour following the city's deadliest fire in decades. A sombre celebration marks the start of 2026.
Auckland's Fireworks Kick Off 2026 Celebrations
New Zealand's Auckland launched 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display. Meanwhile, Canadians across the country celebrated New Year's Eve with local events and weather challenges. Read more about the global welcome to 2026.
All-Star Musicians Ring in 2026 at London's Victoria Park
London's Victoria Park will welcome 2026 with a special New Year's Eve concert featuring top local musicians. Get the details on the celebration.
Scottish Society of Ottawa Hosts Hogmanay Ceilidh in the Glebe
The Scottish Society of Ottawa is transforming the Glebe into a slice of Edinburgh for its annual Hogmanay Ceilidh. Join the celebration as they ring in the new year with traditional Scottish revelry.
Northern Ontario Hosts Early New Year's Eve for Families
Northern Ontario families can celebrate 2026 early with adapted New Year's Eve events like Science North's 4 p.m. confetti drop in Sudbury. Discover family-friendly festivities across the region.
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