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Grouse Mountain is proud to reach its 100-year milestone in 2026, marking the occasion with a New Year’s Eve centennial kick-off on Wednesday, December 31st! Join us for the celebration including fireworks, a variety of activities and entertainment, plus special food & beverage offerings. 

Most activities and events are included with the purchase of a Mountain Admission Ticket, Lift Ticket, or valid Grouse Mountain Pass. Plus, for New Year’s Eve, we’re offering a special $39 Evening Ticket, granting access to the mountain and skiing or riding after 8pm. Join us on December 31st to ring in the New Year and help kick off our centennial celebrations!


activities & times
  • Fireworks Displays at the Mountaintop Skating Pond: Family Show at 7pm & Pyro Musical at Midnight
  • Countdown celebration at the Mountaintop Skating Pond: Live DJ from 6pm - Midnight
  • Grouse 100 Photo Booth in the Peak Chalet: 3pm - Midnight
  • Light Walk: 9am - Midnight
  • Mountaintop Skating Pond: 10:00am - Midnight
  • First Nations crafts in the híwus Feasthouse: 8:00pm - 10:30pm
  • CIBC Fire Pit Lounge with complimentary hot chocolate: 6:00pm onwards (while supplies last)
  • Complimentary Snowshoe Tours: 5:00pm - 10:00pm (limited availability) 

FOOD & BEVERAGE
  • Family Buffet in The Timber Room: 5:30pm seating (8:30pm sold out) 
  • Seven-course dinner at The Observatory with wine pairing: 5pm seating (9pm sold out)
  • Food/drink specials in Altitudes: Live DJ from 9pm - Midnight

complimentary Snowshoe Tours
Join a free guided 45 minute Snowshoe Tour around the Blue Grouse Lake snowshoe trail system including through the Light Walk and around the híwus Feasthouse before heading back to the Mountaintop Skating Pond. Meet the guides behind Santa’s Workshop to gear up in your complimentary snowshoes. Tours have limited availability and must be booked online in advance here.

Snowshoe Tour Times: 5pm, 6pm, 8pm, 9pm, 10pm



Observatory Wine Pairing Dinner
Make this New Year's Eve an unforgettable experience by joining us at The Peak of Vancouver to welcome 2026 with an exquisite, multi-course Chef's Tasting Menu. 

Indulge in seven opulent courses with wine pairings, featuring a truffle-kissed amuse-bouche, fresh seafood, rich duck, premium beef, a seasonal sorbet, and a decadent tiramisu to finish.

Reserve your spot now for a 5pm seating (9pm seating  now sold out) which will allow you to view our celebratory evening fireworks displays. We will be providing a complimentary champagne toast to ring in the New Year at midnight. 

Wine pairings are included for $195 per person, plus taxes and gratuities. Complimentary Skyride/Gondola tickets are provided for all reservations. You are welcome to enjoy our mountain activities from 4pm onwards. 

For any allergy or dietary requests- please inform our team at the time of booking. You may reserve by clicking here, emailing observatory@grousemountain.com, or calling 604.998.5045.  

Observatory Dinner Times: 5pm (9pm sold out)



New Year's Eve Family Buffet
Make this New Year's Eve an unforgettable experience by joining us at The Peak of Vancouver to welcome 2026 with mountain top fireworks and a family friendly buffet.

Indulge in multiple buffet options featuring West Coast classics and favourites for family members of all ages. Staged in our Timber Room, there will also be a fully stocked bar to add drinks to your meal.

Please reserve your spot for a 5:30pm or 8:30pm buffet seating which will allow you to view our celebratory evening fireworks displays.

Reserve the New Year's Eve Family Buffet by clicking here, or by calling 604.998.5045.

Family Buffet Times: 5:30pm (8:30pm sold out)

RESERVE NOW

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