Here’s what is open and closed over the next couple days, plus a list of some events to help you celebrate the New Year.
New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve isn’t a statutory holiday, but keep in mind, some businesses may close early.
The Beer store and LCBO will close at 6 p.m.
Leave the car at home and ride public transit free
(regular rates apply prior to the times listed)
Barrie from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m.
Orillia from 7:45 p.m. to 1:45 a.m.
Bradford from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. (with no service from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
York Region from 7 p.m. with select YRT routes until 5 a.m.
GO Transit will also provide free service starting at 7 p.m. with extra late night service
Events to check out
Aurora: Family First Night
Barrie: Downtown Countdown
Bradford: Family First Night
Newmarket: Tim Hortons First Night
Orillia: New Years' Eve Bash
Owen Sound: New Year’s Eve Family Celebration
If an event isn’t listed for your community, try checking with your town’s website.
What's open on New Year’s Day
- Vaughan Mills Mall and Upper Canada Mall
- Movie theatres
- Most restaurants
- Some grocery stores and pharmacies
What's closed on New Year’s Day
- Bayfield Mall, Georgian Mall, and Tanger Outlet
- Most stores and shopping centre
- LCBO and Beer Stores
- Banks and government buildings
- Canada Post will not deliver or collect mail
