Ring in the New Year with a free, memorable evening featuring pop-up performances and a dazzling midnight fireworks display.

The celebration kicks off on December 31 at 10 p.m. with fireworks at midnight, visible from anywhere with a view of Toronto’s inner harbour.

There are no fireworks at City Hall or Nathan Phillips Square.

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Free TTC

The TTC is offering free service on New Year’s Eve from 7 p.m. to 8 a.m. Plan your trip.

Union Station

To prevent overcrowding in Union Station following the fireworks, all TTC customers will be directed to line up on Bay Street, south of Front Street.

Accessible entry will be maintained on Bay Street and through the Bay Promenade inside the station.

  • Last train from Union Station to Finch Stations leaves at 2:31 a.m.
  • Last train from Union Station to Vaugh Metropolitan Centre Station leaves at 2:27 a.m.

TTC riders are encouraged to consider using alternate stations such as King, Queen, St. Andrew and Osgoode to avoid crowds at Union Station.

The Blue Night Networks operates after 3 a.m.

Free GO Transit and UP Express

GO Transit and UP Express is offering free travel on New Year’s Eve from 7 p.m. to 8 a.m. Plan your trip.

Parking

Find a Green P parking lot to use on New Year’s Eve.

Road Closures

If you need to drive, please be mindful of the following road closures from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.:

  • Eastbound traffic on Queens Quay West
  • Bay Street from Front Street to Queens Quay West
  • York Street from Front Street to Queens Quay West

Additional road closures may be added at any time during the event if warranted by Toronto Police Services. Get the latest information on road closures across Toronto.

Take your time going to and from the waterfront.

All programming is outdoors and weather may vary so dress appropriately.

For the safety of all residents, please do not set off fireworks without a permit. Learn more about City fireworks regulations and bylaws.

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