
Mayor Taylor's New Year's Levée 2026
Friday, January 16, 2026
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Riverwalk Commons (200 Doug Duncan Drive)
Mayor Taylor and Newmarket Council invite the community to the Mayor’s Levee, a celebration to welcome the new year with family‑friendly activities, live entertainment, and seasonal fun.
The following free activities include:
- Live outdoor concert featuring Glenn Marais and The Mojo Train
- Raffle Prizes
- Fire Performance by Bella Magic
- Free treats (while quantities last)
- Photo Opportunities
- Outdoor Skating & More!
Event Schedule:
- 6 p.m. Live DJ
- 6:15 p.m. Glenn Marais and The Mojo Train
- 6:30 p.m. Bella Magic Fire Performance
- 6:45 p.m. Live DJ
- 7:00 p.m. Glenn Marais and The Mojo Train
- 7:15 p.m. Mayor’s Welcome Message & Raffle Draw
- 7:30 p.m. Bella Magic Fire Performance
- 7:45 p.m. Live DJ
- 8:00 p.m. Live DJ & Raffle Draw
- 8:15 p.m. Glenn Marais and The Mojo Train
- 8:30 p.m. Closing Remarks
The Newmarket Food Pantry will be onsite collecting donations. Everyone is encouraged to bring a non‑perishable food item to support local families.
NWMRKT Proud hats will be available for purchase at the Mayor’s Levee for $20, with proceeds supporting the Newmarket Food Pantry.
Photo & Video Release
Media and Town of Newmarket staff will be taking photos and video footage at Town of Newmarket Special Events. These images may be used, re-used and published in news stories, social media and on websites, in addition to distributed to our event partners.
For more information, please email [email protected] or call Customer Service at (905) 895-5193.
Support Newmarket's green initiatives by walking, carpooling, or taking the bus.
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.