The Timeless Gala
The Timeless Gala is a New Year’s Eve celebration where community, fandom, and elegance come together. Celebrate the arrival of the New Year with an unforgettable evening of community, exceptional dining, live entertainment, dancing, and celebration.
Whether you choose elegant evening wear, fancy cosplay, or your finest geek glam, you’ll be among friends as we come together to create timeless memories. Connect with fellow geeks, fans, and community members in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere while enjoying an evening of laughter, friendship, and festivity.
As the countdown to midnight begins, raise a glass to new beginnings and ring in the New Year surrounded by great company, unforgettable moments, and a little bit of wonder.
When and Where?
Date
December 31, 2026
Location
The Delta Halifax Downtown, 1990 Barrington Street
Time
6:00PM – 1:00AM
Theme
Inspirations from the Speakeasy Glamour of the 1920’s
Attendance is restricted to 19+
Ticket Prices
Regular: $169 per person before taxes and Eventbrite fees
Included in the price of your ticket:
- 1 Complimentary sparkling beverage served by Zupiter Circus upon entry
- alcoholic and non alcoholic options will be available
- 3-course sit down meal served by hotel staff
- Live entertainment during dinner
- Photobooth Services with Conrad the Designer
- Dance with a DJ from True North DJ services
- Late night snack stations for all the munchies
- Cash Bar services for all your beverages needs during dinner, dancing and merriment throughout the evening
- Coat Check for your winter cloaks
Ring in the New Year with your friends, family and fellow geek community in a safe and fun environment that Hal-Con is known to foster.
Please note that there are no refunds offered on tickets, and the event will happen rain or shine.
Meal
Appetizer
- Heritage Green salad: pickled pear, feta cheese, pickled beet with a roasted red pepper vinaigrette (VG, NF & GF / VO & DF option available)
Dinner
You will select one of the following options:
- Crispy skin Salmon, 6oz fillet, with dill pesto with balsamic reduction (GF & NF)
- Braised Beef Short Rib with red wine reduction (GF, NF & DF)
- Grilled Portabella Steak with a cremini mushroom pepper sauce (V, GF & NF)
- All served with seasonal vegetables and roasted garlic potatoes (V, GF and NF)
Dessert
- Chocolate Pot de creme with raspberry coulis (V, GF and NF)
Late night snack stations
- Bit-size Desserts buffet station (all V, GF & NF)
- Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Mini Sugar Cookies
- Pumpkin Coconut Cake
- Raspberry Brownies
Popcorn buffet station (V, DF, GF)
- Fresh popped popcorn
- Seasonings option
Legend
GF: Gluten Free | NF: Nut Free | DF: Dairy Free | VG: Vegetarian | V: Vegan | VO: Vegan Option | DFO: Dairy Free Option
Event Schedule
6:00 pm – Welcome Cocktail Hour
7:00 pm – Dinner Service & Live entertainment begins
9:00 pm – Dance with DJ begins
11:00 pm – Late Night Snack Stations
12:00 am – Happy New Year!
1:00 am – Our Evening Ends
Hotel Information
Special group rate of $199.00 Cdn plus tax a night for a guest room. There is limited # of rooms at this rate, so book early to secure the rate.
To Book use online reservation link: Reservation Link for Hal-Con’s The Timeless Gala
Last day to book: November 30, 2026
Dress Code
The following are a few suggestions of what will be welcomed and encouraged, but not required:
- Fancy Cosplay
- Costumes
- Formal Attire
- Semi Formal Attire
- Geeky Glam
- 1920’s inspired looks
As you plan your attire, please keep in mind that the following activities will be required throughout the evening: sitting for dinner, moving from one room to another, possible dancing if you chose to partake and photobooth shenanigans.
As this is a celebration, please note that the following items will not be allowed:
- prop weapons of any kind
- Wings
FAQs:
Meal selection will take place when you order your ticket through Eventbrite.
Please note that there is limited capacity in the venue. Once all the tickets sell, the event will be sold out and we will not be adding any additional tickets.
If you have any questions or inquiries, please see the list below to direct your question to the appropriate staff member:
- For all ticket inquires: tickets@hal-con.com
- For all general inquiries: externalevents@hal-con.com
