The Town of Cobourg is postponing its planned New Year’s Eve family celebration due to the unseasonably warm weather and rainy conditions.
The town announced on Monday (December 30) that it is “regretfully” moving the First Night in Cobourg event on December 31 to a future date in January that will be determined soon.
First Night in Cobourg typically involves an evening at the Rotary Harbourfront Park that is filled with music, ice skating, “seasonal magic,” and community spirit.
As a result of the warmer weather and rain, the outdoor skating rink at the Rotary Harbourfront Park is currently closed.
“The Town of Cobourg will update the community on a new event date as soon as temperatures stabilize, and staff are able to get the rink operational,” noted a media release.
In addition to skating to the music provided by a live DJ, First Night in Cobourg usually includes horse and wagon rides under the stars through Cobourg’s scenic streets, and a 9 p.m. fireworks display over the harbour to celebrate the new year.
While the December 31 event is postponed, the town invites community members to join Town of Cobourg Mayor Lucas Cleveland and Cobourg council at the traditional New Year’s Levee.
The levee is on Saturday (January 4) from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Concert Hall of Victoria Hall, which is located at 55 King St. W. in Cobourg.
“New to the schedule this year are activities to be enjoyed by community members of all ages,” the town noted in a media release.
The evening features live music by the concert band of Cobourg’s jazz group, The Bootnecks, along with a special performance by Sounds of the Next Generation (SONG).
The evening also includes family-friendly activities, festive refreshments, cotton candy, and popcorn.
There will be a proclamation by Cobourg Town Crier, Mandy Robinson, to welcome the new year.
