NewYear’sEveinOldMontreal:WheretoSay“Hi!”to2025
Our collective annual fresh start is fast approaching, and for maximum magic, what better place to usher in all the newness than the historic district, where festiveness and charm reign all year round? From a lavish soirée to a culinary voyage to just dancing the night – and 2024 – away, here are a few sparkling old quarter gems to make your New Year’s Eve as bright as can be.
This year, the heart of New Year’s beats in Old Montreal!
As part of a special, city-wide New Year’s program, Place Jacques-Cartier will be the place to be from December 29 to 31 thanks to Montréal Festif, an event put on by Aire commune. Featuring free outdoor concerts, themed installations and family activities, this is simply not to be missed!
To crown it all, the program’s flagship event, by Igloofest, will take place on the Jacques-Cartier Quay on December 31. Free concerts from 8 PM to 2 AM, a multimedia performance and spectacular fireworks before midnight are what’s in store. A happy New Year ‘twill be indeed!
Lavish magic
Make it grand with William Gray
If you’re looking to go luxurious this year, ready your New Year’s best for the William Gray Hotel’s Grand Ball Event! Champagne, a 6-course dinner, live music and more await you in an altogether splendid setting at this exceptional Old Montreal hotel. Overnight package available!
A golden eve at the Hôtel Place d’Armes
A night of lavish revelry is yours to be had at the iconic Hôtel Place d’Armes with their scintillating soirée, Jardin d’Or. Immerse yourself in a tropical Gilded Age while enjoying a magnificent five-course feast, free-flowing cocktails, and toasting the New Year in glittering gold.
(Dinner at Brasserie 701 with overnight stay package also available!)
The Great Gatsby is back at Bord’Elle
The elegance and glamour of the Roaring ‘20s is coming to town once again with A Very Gatsby New Year’s Eve at Bord’Elle. Mingle the night away in flapper/dapper style, enjoying premium cocktails, exclusive bottle service, a gourmet menu and a countdown to remember. Cheers!
A New Year’s of fabulous Far Eastern fare
Kyo, for a feast of refinement
Take your New Year’s straight to Japan with Kyo Bar Japonais’ exclusive offer on December 31. From 5:30 to 6:30 PM, a festive menu of Japanese culinary delights will be served for $95, and from 8:30 to 9:30 PM, indulge in a sumptuous feast for the occasion at $185. Kanpai!
End with a bang at Hang
For a vibrant, exotic and wickedly delicious way to say “Bye ‘24, Hello ‘25!”, think of Hang. Begin with a 3-course meal showcasing their exquisite Haute-Viet cuisine, and then get bumping with world-class DJs, signature cocktails, and a countdown that’ll be electric to say the least.
The Farsides: Thai-fusion with a beat
Ring it all in at this one-of-a-kind Tiki/“Thaiwaiian” temple with Encore, a night where classic hip-hop and R&B videos meet a stunning retro venue and fusion cuisine unlike any other in town. Thai-Hawaiian fare, killer cocktails, booming vibe… Welcome to The Farsides, 2025.
A new beginning up in the club
Be bedazzled at La Voûte
When it comes to putting on a proper party, this “nocturnal cabaret” pulls out all the stops. And that definitely goes for New Year’s. With its mix of live entertainment, extravagant costumes, local DJs, dinner and more, La Voûte’s a NYE destination guaranteed to delight.
Lola Lola Lolita: Leave it on the dance floor
Want to say adiós to 2024 by burning up the dance floor to latin vibes? DJ Carlos is bringing his special caliente to Lola Lola Lolita with a set to make you sweat at 12 AM. But be sure to get there at 9, ‘cause that’s when the fun starts. Feliz Año Nuevo, and a magical 2025 to one all!
Photos: Geneviève Giguère - Corner Collection
