Disco Fever brings live entertainment, dining, casino activities and prizes throughout the property, including two ticketed New Year’s Eve parties.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa has announced its plans to ring in 2027 with Disco Fever, a New Year’s Eve celebration featuring live entertainment, dining, casino activities, prizes and a midnight countdown on December 31, 2026.

Guests can celebrate throughout the property at 4837 Albion Road, with free admission to the casino floor, free live band performances on the Hard Rock Cafe and Council Oak stages, and additional entertainment on the casino floor throughout the day. Two ticketed events round out the evening: Disco Fever: New Year’s Eve Party ft. Alter Ego at Hard Rock LIVE and JOY! at The Joint. Unity members receive early access to tickets beginning October 8, ahead of the public sale on October 15.Celebrate Across the Property

Guests can enjoy free live band performances on the Hard Rock Cafe and Council Oak stages from 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., along with additional entertainment on the casino floor and Disco Fever décor throughout the property. Party favours will also be distributed to guests to help celebrate the arrival of 2027.

The celebrations begin earlier in the day with the “Win Your Age in Cash Multiplier” promotion, running from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to win their age in cash with a multiplier wheel bringing an extra element of excitement to the celebration.
Then, “Welcome 2027!” with a guest winning $2,027 in cash every two hours from 12:27 p.m. on December 31, 2026, to 2:27 a.m. on January 1, 2027.

Disco Fever: New Year’s Eve Party ft. Alter Ego at Hard Rock LIVE
Alter Ego will take the stage as guests welcome the new year with live music, dancing, a midnight countdown and prizes.

JOY! at The Joint
Four DJs, one stage, one incredible night. DJs MACE, RawRah, Kam and Casual will keep the celebration going at The Joint, taking guests into the early hours of 2027.

New Year’s Eve Dining
Guests can begin their December 31 celebrations with brunch at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, with seatings from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Dining options across the property will also be available throughout the day and evening.

Make It a Getaway
Guests can complete their New Year’s Eve experience with an overnight stay at Hard Rock Hotel Ottawa, bringing dining, entertainment and accommodations together in one destination.

On January 1, the property will operate as usual, with the RISE N’ SHINE BREAKFAST MENU available at Hard Rock Cafe and regular lunch and dinner menus offered across the property’s dining outlets.

Guests must be 19 years of age or older to access the property, including the hotel, restaurants, casino and Hard Rock LIVE. Valid photo ID is required. Casino promotion terms and conditions apply. PlaySmart.

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About Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa is a world-class entertainment destination in Canada’s capital, blending the iconic Hard Rock experience with the rich history of the Rideau Carleton Raceway. Originally opened in 1962 as Canada’s first-ever five-eighths mile harness racing oval, the site has been a staple in Ottawa’s gaming and entertainment community for over six decades.

Now fully transformed into Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, the $350 million resort features a 150-room hotel, including 22 suites, an expanded gaming floor with up to 1,500 slot machines, 40 live-action table games, and high-limit gaming. Guests can enjoy six unique dining options, including the iconic Hard Rock Cafe and Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, alongside three bars, the Rock Shop®, and Hard Rock Live — a 23,000 square foot, 1,900-seat performance venue hosting world-class concerts and events. Authentic music memorabilia, with a special focus on Canadian music legends, is showcased throughout the property.

As a proud member of the Ottawa community, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa employs over 1000 team members and continues a long-standing tradition of community investment through partnerships, sponsorships, and charitable initiatives. Since February 2000, the City of Ottawa has received over $119 million in payments from the casino, contributing significantly to local programs and services.

Operated by Hard Rock International and governed by Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG). With OLG partnership, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa demonstrates a daily commitment to responsible gambling with full implementation of OLG’s PlaySmart program and is recognized through the RG Check accreditation program.

For more information on Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, visit casino.hardrock.com/ottawa