What to know
- Toronto and GTA are hosting free New Year’s Eve concerts to ring in 2026, featuring top artists like Alessia Cara, LU KALA, Say Now, CMAGIC5, and DJ Alex Kade.
- Alessia Cara headlines Brampton’s Garden Square, performing hits and being inducted into the Brampton Arts Walk of Fame.
- LU KALA will take over the Harbourfront Centre, while Say Now, CMAGIC5, and Alex Kade perform at Mississauga’s Celebration Square.
- The events promise music, dancing, and celebration for all ages, with details available on the respective city websites.
Toronto, get your champagne glasses ready, because the countdown to 2026 has officially begun, and some of your favourite artists are ready to help you ring in the New Year!
Whether you’re downtown Toronto or elsewhere in the GTA, pop stars from Alessia Cara to LU KALA will be hosting free celebratory shows to close out 2025 and welcome 2026 in style.
Start planning your New Year’s Eve celebration now, and get ready to sing along with these top artists at their free performances. Check out the full list below!
ALESSIA CARA
Where: Garden Square and Main Street North
Time: 7:30 p.m. to Midnight
Brampton’s very own Alessia Cara is coming home to headline the city’s New Year’s Eve celebration. Taking over Garden Square, the Grammy Award winner will sing some of her best hits in front of a hometown crowd and fans. Afterwards, Cara will be inducted into the Brampton Arts Walk of Fame. The night will also feature other performers who have yet to be announced.
For more details, head to the City of Brampton website.
LU KALA
Where: Harbourfront Centre, Toronto
Time: 8:00 p.m. to Midnight
It wouldn’t be a Toronto celebration without a Toronto icon, you don’t want to miss LU KALA take over the Concert Stage at the Harbourfront Centre this NYE! Known for her hit songs Pretty Girl Era, Hotter Now, and Lottery, this Toronto local has taken the pop world by storm. Now, you can ring in the new year, LU KALA style, front row and all for free!
Head to the Harbourfront Centre website for more details.
SAY NOW
Where: Celebration Square, Mississauga
Time: 11:00 p.m.
U.K. girl group Say Now is flying across the sea to put on an unforgettable show in Mississauga’s Celebration Square. Fresh off the heels of their viral hit, Supermarket, this pop trio is bringing vibes, dancing, and vocals that will have you screaming along to every lyric.
Don’t miss your chance to see these rising pop superstars! Head to the City of Mississauga website to learn more.
CMAGIC5
Where: Celebration Square, Mississauga
Time: 9:15 p.m.
CMAGIC5 sound is best described as what you’d expect if Avril Lavigne and Lady Gaga had a baby, and if that doesn’t sound intriguing, then nothing does!
Don’t miss this pop-rock princess take over Celebration Square for a night of electrifying energy. This Toronto artist has been making waves in the pop music industry for her fresh style and fierce music.
Ready to see one of Canada’s rising stars? Check out the City of Mississauga website for more details.
ALEX KADE
Where: Celebration Square, Mississauga
Time: 10:00 p.m.
DJ Alex Kade is getting ready to keep the dance floor moving at Mississauga’s Celebration Square this NYE! Known for fusing multiple genres of music to create tunes that keep audiences on their feet, this multi-genre DJ knows how to throw a party that you don’t want to miss.
So, pull up to his set this NYE and head to the City of Mississauga website to learn more.
