New Year's Eve Celebration in Banff
The Town of Banff welcomes residents and visitors for a family-friendly New Year’s gathering at Sundance Park and Central Park. Join for a community skating party and a live concert with entertainment for the whole family.
Event Overview
- Dec. 31, 2025
- 1pm - 8pm
- Sundance Park/ Banff Central Park
- Free Event
Community Skating Party
Location: Okâch – Îyethkabi Oûgitûbi - in Sundance Park
Time: 1pm – 3 p.m.
Kick off your New Year’s Eve festivities with a community skating party! Bring your skates and hit the outdoor rink at Okâch - Îyethkabi Oûgitûbi – the pavilion building in Sundance Park. Enjoy free hot chocolate and live mountain music from local artists.
Help us cut waste by bringing your own cup. A limited number of cups will be available. No skate rentals on site. Skate rentals are available from several downtown businesses.
Celebrate in the Park
Location: Banff Central Park
Time: 4pm – 8 p.m.
Head to Banff Central Park for free, all-ages festivities to bid farewell to 2025 and welcome 2026. Take in a live concert, experience Indigenous dance performances and a tipi display, ride the Lil Toot train for kids, try unique mountain activities and toast a sweet finish with fire-roasted marshmallows, while supplies last.