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Edmonton residents will be treated to not one, but two, massive fireworks shows as the city ushers in the new year and marks the beginning of Canada’s 150th anniversary.

The first fireworks will be at 8:30 p.m. to accommodate families with young children, while the second show will be held at midnight.

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Starting at 6 p.m. and running until 10:30 p.m., the city will be hosting free ice skating outside City Hall (with free skate rentals no less), while magicians and balloon artists entertain the kids inside. Sir Winston Churchill Square will also host food concessions, fire pits and live music.

Not your jam? Here is a handy list of other events taking place around the city and further afield.

Muttart Conservatory

For those not wanting to be with the masses at midnight, you could also celebrate the new year with a family friendly afternoon masquerade ball at the Muttart Conservatory. Running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., regular conservatory admission will get you crafts, music and an afternoon “midnight” countdown for the little ones.