6 Sensational Ways to Ring in 2018 in Victoria, BC

From country tunes and ‘Canadian tuxedos’ to jazz music and black tie, Victoria, BC, comes to life on New Year’s Eve. Here are six sensational ways to ring in the New Year…

New Year’s Eve Gala with Paul Pigat

Where? Hermann’s Jazz Club, View Street
When? The music kicks off at 5.30pm
Why? There’ll be some magical piano music and a performance by a quartet, as well as plenty of cocktails and a five course meal and live music and dancing from Paul Pigat and the Smoking Jackets. 

Canoe NYE Party

Where? Canoe BrewPub Marina & Restaurant, Swift Street
When? 7pm until 1:30am
Why? Funky tunes from the New Souls and a midnight toast as the ball drops.

All That Glitters NYE Party

Where? Paparazzi Nightclub, Johnson Street
When? 8pm until 3am
Why? Dance the night away to house music, remixes, top 40 anthems and all the hits of 2017. Tickets include a delicious buffet and complimentary champagne toast at midnight.

NYE House Party at Nourish

Where? Nourish Kitchen and Café, Quebec Street
When? 8pm until 1am
Why? This is known as one of the swankiest house parties in Victoria. There’ll be hors d’oeuvres, oysters, desserts and Champagne.

New Year’s Eve Gala Party

Where? Fairmont Empress Hotel, Government Street
When? The party kicks off at 9pm
Why? Dance in the New Year at one of the most elegant New Year’s Eve party in Canada. Enjoy a live performance by Amanda Woods and sip a complimentary glass of sparkling wine at midnight at this black tie event.

A Blue Collar New Year Canadian Tuxedo Party

Where? The Duke Saloon, Discovery Street
When? The action kicks off at 9pm
Why? Grab your ‘Canadian tuxedo’ and see in the New Year with some awesome country tunes.
 
If you’re looking for a stylish hotel in Victoria, the Best Western PLUS Carlton Plaza is a great option. Take a walk down Government Street from this AAA Three Diamond heritage hotel and in seven minutes you’ll find yourself amid the Inner Harbour and the Legislature Buildings.