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Spend an unforgettable night celebrating New Year’s Eve on the Gold Coast. Bring in 2026 at an epic array of New Year’s events sprinkled throughout the city.
From glamorous rooftop soirées and free fireworks on the beach to river cruises and dance floor fiestas, there’s something to tempt everybody’s taste and budget. Put on your party shoes and get ready to celebrate New Year’s Eve Gold Coast style!
New Year's Eve Fireworks
New Year’s Eve on the Gold Coast means fireworks! On December 31st, the night sky lights up with incredible free fireworks displays across the city. There are usually two displays in each location - one earlier in the evening so kids can join in the fun and experience the wonder of such a spectacle, and another at midnight to see the New Year in with a bang.
Bring a picnic dinner, spread out a rug and set up on the foreshore of one of these locations for a brilliant family friendly New Year’s celebration.
Surfers Paradise Foreshore - 8pm and midnight.
Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach - 8pm and midnight.
Coolangatta Beach - 9pm and midnight.
Family Friendly Community Celebrations
New Year’s Eve by the Lake - Varsity Lakes
Waterfront Stage, Varsity Promenade | 5.30 - 8.30pm
Miami Twilight NYE at Thorn Park - Miami
Thorn Park, Marine Parade, Miami | 4 - 8pm
New Year’s Eve by the Sea - Broadwater Parklands
The Great Lawn, Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport | 4 - 8pm
Paradise Point Parklands, The Esplanade, Paradise Point | 5 - 9pm
New Year’s Eve in Coomera
Coomera Sports Park, 53 Beattie Road, Coomera | 6 - 8pm
Robina Town Centre | 4 - 8pm
The Exhibitionist Bar
Finish 2025 on a high - quite literally - at The Exhibitionist Bar at HOTA. This rooftop venue has panoramic views and you’ll be able to see fireworks all over the city from up there. Start the night with cocktails and caviar bumps on arrival, then settle in for a four-hour beverage package and a vibrant spread of floating food and wood-fired pizzas. There’ll be a DJ spinning tunes all night, an exclusive fireworks display and good times aplenty.
Palette Restaurant at HOTA
Another sparkling celebration at HOTA is New Year’s Eve at Palette. Celebrate the final night of 2025 with an exquisite five-course dining experience showcasing the finest local flavours from South-East Queensland, perfectly paired with exceptional Australian wines to elevate every bite. Indulge in a night of elegance, artistry, and flavour - where every detail reflects the creativity and quality at the heart of HOTA.
The Star Gold Coast
There are a few different celebrations happening at The Star Gold Coast to ring in the New Year including decadent fine dining at some of the restaurants including Kiyomi, Uncle Su and Nineteen at The Star. One of our top picks is the NYE Masquerade Ball - a ticket includes a three-course dinner, drinks packages, live band and DJs. Dress to impress and don your mask to maintain some mystery - this will be a night to remember!
Yot Club
Set sail into 2026 aboard Yot Club’s Mediterranean White Party, a floating oasis shimmering in all-white elegance. The deck transforms into a chic Euro-inspired escape, complete with roaming canapés, premium beverage packages, and unbeatable views of the Gold Coast skyline. Dress to impress in your finest white and dance the night away to deep house, tropical beats, and Mediterranean rhythms. Gather your NYE crew — this is one unforgettable night on the water.
SkyPoint
Ring in the New Year sky-high at SkyPoint, where the countdown meets the coastline in a fiesta like no other. Soar 230 metres above the Gold Coast with 360° views, a buzzing dance floor, and vibrant Mexican flair setting the scene. Think sizzling tacos, shaken cocktails, sparkling fireworks, and plenty of colour and energy. Level 77 is the place to farewell 2025 in true fiesta style — fun, flavour, and an unforgettable night above the city.
Stingray Bar at QT
Take a trip down the rabbit hole this New Year’s Eve as Stingray Surfers Paradise transforms into a twisted Mad Hatter’s wonderland. Think curious cocktails, decadent bites, and surprises around every corner. Your ticket includes gourmet grazing, resident DJs keeping the dance floor alive, high-energy performances, and a free-flowing drinks package to carry you into 2026. This is one wild, wonder-filled party you won’t want to miss.
The Island
Greet the new year in style at The Island in Surfers Paradise. There are three (yes, three!) show stopping celebrations taking place across the sprawling venue - choose from The Rooftop, The Penthouse or The Laneway. Or you can get a golden ticket that grants you Access All Areas. Each one offers delicious food, drinks packages and epic live entertainment and the perfect party vibe to carry you into 2026.
Sea World Cruises
Get the best views of the Broadwater fireworks displays cruising into the New Year with Sea World Cruises. Departing at 8.30pm, take in the stunning Surfers Paradise skyline and waterways before heading out to the Gold Coast Broadwater to enjoy the midnight fireworks from open-top decks. Enjoy a glass of Chandon on arrival along with live music, gourmet canapés and a great selection of beverages. The perfect party to cruise into 2026.
Kirra Beach House
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in coastal luxe style at the New Year’s White Party at Kirra Beach House. Start the evening from 6pm with the Cocktail & Canapé Party, enjoying first access, the best seats, live saxophone, and DJs. From 8 pm, general admission kicks in as the night heats up with sparkling vibes, disco shimmer, and unbeatable skyline views.
Burleigh Pavilion anf The Tropic
Get ready to dance into 2026 at Burleigh Pavilion and The Tropic as A-Trak takes over the decks, keeping the energy high with ocean views, cocktails in hand, and nothing but good vibes. Doors open all day with a full DJ lineup, and the official festivities kick off from 6 pm. With general admission and VIP options, this iconic venue promises an epic New Year’s celebration you won’t forget — music, views, and vibes all night long.
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