10 things to do on New Year's Day in Toronto

New Year's Day events in Toronto are the perfect way to kick off the new year in the right way. Take in a concert, set some intentions, or cheer on Kyle Lowry for a positive start to the last year of the twenty-teens. 

Events you might want to check out:

Polar Bear Dip (January 1 @ Sunnyside Park Beach (beach side by bathing pavillion))
Wake up your body after too much champagne with the annual dip into the icy waters of Sunnyside Beach, with all proceeds going to Boost CYAC.
Salute To Vienna (January 1 @ Roy Thomson Hall)
This concert recreates the beauty of Vienna’s golden era and features Strauss waltzes and sweeping melodies performed by acclaimed European singers, champion ballroom dancers, ballet, and live symphony orchestra.
Cube Industry (January 1 @ Cube Nightclub)
Don't let you work get in the way of having a totally messy and completely fun NYE. Celebrate one day late with DJ Jef Harper and Chris La Roque.
AGO Bistro New Year's Day Brunch (January 1 @ Art Gallery of Ontario)
Indulge in brunch surrounded by culture so you can feel good about starting 2019 off on the right foot.
Hot Stone Restorative Healing Circle (January 1 @ The Rock Stone)
If 2019 is your year for positive self-care, start it right and utilize breath, crystals, meditation, hot stone restorative yoga and sound healing to ground, recharge, and establish your intentions for the new year.
Architextures Marathon After-Party (January 1-2 @ Round)
Keep the party going with all-day-long after party shenanigans featuring beats from tons of DJs and visual artists.
Modern Showdown (January 1 @ Face to Face Games)
Kick off 2019 with a showdown of the video game variety. Play your heart out for a chance to win with $1K in the prize pool.
Ghetto Glam Bingo (January 1 @ Pegasus Bar)
Join the fiery D'Manda Tension and the legendary Michelle DuBarry for an evening of dabbing with a twist. With fabulous prizes and ridiculous banter, this isn't your grandma's bingo.
Hangover Hockey (January 1 @ George Bell Arena)
Work off those cocktails and regrets with a friendly co-ed hockey game that is low pressure but high fun.
Utah Jazz vs Toronto Raptors (January 1 @ Scotiabank Arena)
Come out to cheer on our boys as they lead the North to victory. Fingers crossed rap daddy Drake shows up to start the year off right.

by Martha Stortz via blogTO