Brantford's New Year's Eve Celebration

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Brantford on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 with free live music, photo booth and party favours at Harmony Square (89 Dalhousie Street) and the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts (88 Dalhousie Street), followed by a spectacular firework display after the ball drops in Harmony Square at midnight.

New this year, join us in Harmony Square starting at 7:00 p.m. for a FREE DJ Skate Party, presented by Rangoli Indian Restaurant and Bar. Bring your ice-skates and glide to festive music from our live DJ as you skate into the New Year. Enjoy FREE samosas, spring rolls, and chai tea (while supplies last), and feel the warmth of the season! Plus, we’re giving away Dining for 2 gift cards to Rangoli restaurant randomly to those skating! Don’t miss out on the fun, food, and surprises—see you on the ice! The DJ Skate Party is weather permitting. Please check Harmony Square's Facebook page for updates as they occur.

The free concert kicks-off with opening remarks beginning at 8:50 p.m. followed by live music, presented by Associated Paving & Materials Inc, at the historic Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts featuring Freeloader playing hard rock and funk followed by Hell N Back, performing a tribute to AC/DC just after 10:00 p.m. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. Be sure to arrive early because the first 200 people entering the Sanderson Centre through the Dalhousie Street entrance will receive a free special light-up headband. Attendees can also receive a free party favour and keepsake photo in the photo booth sponsored by The Works and TD Bank Group located in the Main Lobby.

Freeloader at 9:00 p.m.

Freeloader flawlessly performs the music of Red Hot Chili Peppers, Rage Against The Machine, Tool, Black Sabbath, Incubus, Rush, Peter Gabriel, Soundgarden, Zeppelin and many more. Their uncanny ability to capture the sound and feel of some of Rock music’s most iconic singers, combined with his high-octane stage presence makes Freeloader a band not to be missed.

Freeloader

Hell N Back at 10:00 p.m.

Hell N Back is the Canadian tribute to AC/DC covering all the best of Bon Scott and Brian Johnson’s classic hits. Their pledge is to bring the most authentic AC/DC experience possible with a casual fun atmosphere.

Temporary road closures

The following streets will be closed on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 for Brantford’s New Year’s Eve Celebration:

Colborne Street between Queen and Bain Streets from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Hill Street and Water/Wharfe Street from Icomm Drive to Bain Street from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Dalhousie Street between Market Street to Queen Street from 11:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Detour routes will be signed to accommodate vehicular traffic.

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Brantford Transit

Free transit services will be available on New Year’s Eve to and from the event from 9:00 p.m. on December 31 to 1:00 a.m. on January 1. Consider using Brantford Transit to get to our event. The main Transit Terminal is located on 64 Darling Street, just steps from Harmony Square and across from the Sanderson Centre for the Performing Arts. You can find routes and schedules at Brantford.ca/Transit.

Municipal Parking

Market Centre Parkade: free municipal parking is available on Saturday and Sunday between the Brantford and District Civic Centre and Harmony Square. The entrance is located at 59 Icomm Drive.
Darling Street Municipal Parking Lot No. 3: a paid parking lot is available and located next to the Brantford Transit Main Bus Terminal.
King Street Municipal Parking Lot No. 4: a paid parking lot is available and located between Dalhousie Street and Colborne Street off King Street.

A central pay station is available at the Municipal Parking Lots No. 3 and 4 where coins, Mastercard and Visa credit cards are accepted. Rates can be found at Brantford.ca/Parking.

Brantford's New Year's Eve Celebration

Temporary road closures

Parking and Transit

Brantford Transit

Municipal Parking

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