The North American continent must have been god’s favorite while he created our planet, because there’s no other explanation for its abundant natural beauty, and immensely scenic landscapes. While there are way too many charming places to visit in North America For Christmas & New Year’s Eve spread across various countries, some of the most wonderful ones, that must not be missed by any traveller, are listed here. Read on
Christmas and New Year’s Eve Celebrations Across North America
1. Montreal, Canada
Montreal is a popular attraction in Canada and shines throughout December. The city beautifully sparks with holiday and festive vibes, making it the best place to experience Christmas in Canada. You can stroll and shop at the famous holiday markets, explore the vibrant lights illuminating the streets, or see amazing shows, concerts and sites for romantic retreat in Canada. From enjoying the festive vibes to dancing the night away, you can ring in the New Year at one of the hottest clubs in Montreal. After all, it is one of the best places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Canada. La Seconde Avant Minuit, Satosphere Dome, Comedy Nest, Bistro a Jojo, and Club La Voute are some of the top party venues for your New Year’s Eve. Apart from these, you can also find plenty of fine dining restaurants serving special dinners and hosting unique parties making your eve the best one!
2. Niagara Falls, Canada
Thousands of people flock to Niagara Falls on New Year’s Eve for the largest free concert that is held every year. At Queen Victoria Park, you can enjoy two splendid fireworks along with line-ups of world-class musicians while you enjoy the sight of the majestic water falls beautifully lit up in different colors in this new year party. Guess what? If you feel you do not want to spend the New Year’s eve outside the whole night, you can also try your hands on fate at the Casino Niagara, which incidentally is one of the best Canada attractions during the New Year time. Also, you can enjoy mind-blowing fireworks display from Clifton Hill while playing glow-in-the-dark mini golf, and also can see the Dinosaur Park.
Moreover, you will find plenty of other things to do and see around Niagara Fall including live performances, activities, shows, and much more.
3. Alexandria, VA
Alexandria is arguably one of the best holiday cities in the United States. With its fantastic events including parades, local shopping, festivals, and beautiful markets, it is an excellent place to be in November and December. The Winter Village at Cameron Run is one of the major events that offers a fun family experience with unique light displays. Ring in the New Year in one of many eateries offering chef-driven New Year Menus. Get cosy in one of the heated igloos in King & Rye with a Winter Wonderland Menu. Enjoy the midnight fireworks over the Ptomac River along with various shows and performances.
4. Solvang, CA
Christmas celebration in Solvang takes place as Julesfest with some of the most amazing and unique events that you will not find anywhere in the USA. The Danish-style holiday celebration begins early running throughout the festive season. It is packed with lots of family fun, holiday shopping, delicious cuisines, wine, beer, and much more. With more than 150 unique boutiques and specialty shops, this tourist destination just 2 hours from LA, has everything to offer from iron art to clogs, and elegant antiques to Danish porcelain. Spend this New Year with your family and loved ones in Solvang and treasure memories forever.
5. Las Vegas, USA
If its entertainment and celebration, it has got to be Las Vegas. This entertainment hub of the world, is illuminated with lights and the atmosphere is filled with the festive spirit. Be it Christmas or New Year, the air is filled with the sweet scent of wine and Christmas delicacies. All hotels gets decorated from top to bottom and restaurants prepare special menus for the festivals.
Expect New Year’s celebrations to draw huge crowds. The entire four miles of the Vegas Strip from Russel to Sahara covering Mandalay Bay to the START Hotel Casino and SkyPod, will be closed down by 8:00 p.m. and thousands of visitors gather to ring the New Year with a spectacular fireworks show.
6. Park City, Utah
When it’s a holiday season, this mountain town in Utah comes alive like no other place. Festivities that start from late November as in bicycles, trucks and cars; locals crank up holiday music and parade up and down the main road. And on the Christmas Eve you will see Saint Nick skiing down the slopes leading a torchlight parade on the payday trail. Any welcoming New Year in this mountain town is offered with tons of things to do and experience. From enjoying a night of cocktails to witnessing the beautiful fireworks, Park City has several options to ring in the New Year, no matter what you are looking for.
Conclusion
The North American part of the world has something for all kinds of travelers – be it the backpack globe trotters, or the ones who love to spend quality time with family. While we have listed some fabulous places to bring in Christmas and New year’s eve, if there’s a place you truly feel must be a part of this list, do let us know. We’d love to include that and give our travelers a great destination to go to.