Get ready to ring in the new year in spectacular style at London’s annual New Year’s Eve in the Park, presented by Old Oak Properties. London’s biggest countdown returns to Victoria Park on Wednesday, December 31, from 7 p.m. to midnight.
This New Year’s Eve marks a meaningful milestone for London, as 2026 kicks off our bicentennial year. Celebrate under the stars with live local entertainment, a variety of delicious food trucks, a 360° photo booth, and two dazzling fireworks shows, presented by Drewlo Holdings.
The evening kicks off with Family Hour at 7 p.m., featuring exciting children’s entertainment by local artist Saidat. Families can enjoy ice skating, stay warm with complimentary hot chocolate, and snap a photo with their favourite Superhero.
The kids’ countdown takes place at 8 p.m., with the first fireworks show lighting up the night sky and giving families a chance to experience the magic together before bedtime.
Family Hour activities, including ice skating and hot chocolate service, conclude at 8 p.m., but the celebration continues into the evening.
Starting at 8:30 p.m., enjoy live musical performances, presented by the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG). Experience the best of London’s vibrant music scene, including For the Record, the Brad Gibb Allstar Band, Latin Power Band, and the Forest City London Music Awards Allstars. It’s the perfect soundtrack to bring in the new year.
As midnight approaches, Londoners will join together to count down the arrival of 2026, as a breathtaking fireworks display officially ushers in the new year with a bang.
“There's something special about the energy at New Year's Eve in the Park," says Mayor Josh Morgan. "It's a time of excitement and renewal, where we gather as a community to celebrate the past year while welcoming a new one. For London, it's an opportunity to reflect on 200 years of heritage and growth as we mark our bicentennial and consider how far we've come over that time. I can't wait to share this moment and ring in the next chapter with Londoners."
New Year’s Eve in the Park is a community-driven event supported by the City of London and sponsors including Old Oak Properties, Drewlo Holdings, LiUNA Local 1059, McCormick Canada, the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG), The Tricar Group, 97.5 Virgin Radio, Pure Country 93, and CTV London.
For all the details, please visit: london.ca/NewYears.
Travelling to Victoria Park
London Transit will provide free transit service from December 31, 2025, at 8 p.m. until January 1, 2026, at 1 a.m. (end of service). For more details, please visit londontransit.ca.
On-street parking downtown is free after 6 p.m. on December 31, 2025, and free all-day January 1, 2026. Find more parking details by visiting london.ca/parking.
Bike parking is available near Victoria Park, including on the south side of the bandshell, at the corner of Richmond Street and Central Avenue, along Wellington Street just north of Dufferin Avenue, and outside City Hall.
Secure bike lockers can also be rented and are located at the southeast corner of Clarence Avenue and Richmond Street (at the north end of Victoria Park). The bike lockers can be opened with the Movatic app, and the first two hours of rental are free.