New Years Eve Gold Coast Events
You either love it or hate it, but New Year’s Eve is the one time of year that people from all walks of life farewell their year and welcome the next one. Often there’s a lot of pressure for it to be a fabulous night of frivolity and while that’s often the case, it’s not always.
In saying that, the Gold Coast knows how to throw an incredible assortment of parties, so if clubbing or shows aren’t your thing, then maybe a dinner with friends or a boat cruise is. Regardless of what you get up to, you’re bound to need a bit of New Year’s Eve trivia somewhere along the night, so here is it!
In Italy people wear red underwear on New Year’s Day to bring good luck all year round.
The traditional New Year’s song Auld Lang Syne means ‘times gone by’.
It’s considered by some to be good luck to eat foods like black eyed peas, ham and cabbage because it is thought they bring prosperity.
To have a happy new year don’t eat lobster or chicken because lobsters can move backward and chickens can scratch in reverse, it’s thought these foods could bring a reversal of fortune.
The common belief behind lighting up fireworks in some countries on New Year’s Day is that it not only illuminates the sky but also dispels bad spirits and unpleasant memories of the past.
Celebrate the start of 2016 at one of these Gold Coast New Year’s Eve Events!
New Years Eve Dinner Cruise
Enjoy watching the fireworks sipping on sparkling wine and taking in the views of the Gold Coast on a cruise that you can board from 8pm. It offers a seafood and international buffet, two levels of entertainment, due upstairs and downstairs modern music. There’s a drink served on arrival and a beverage packaged. Children aged from 3 to 17 welcome.
Cost: Adults $199, children $139
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the New Year’s Eve dinner cruise.
Casino Royale at Skypoint
Toast the New Year from the Skypoint Observation Deck on level 77 of the Q1 building in Surfers Paradise. With uninterrupted views of the fireworks, delicious food and drinks and entertainment from Vertigo, the year’s theme is Casino Royale.There’ll be interactive casino tables and a photo, the dress code is black tie.
Cost: $195.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about Casino Royale at Skypoint.
White Party NYE 2015
Don your most elegant white outfit and enjoy an amazing sunset boat cruise while listening to sounds by some of Australia’s best DJs. Departing from Mariner’s Cove Marina, the two-level boats will take guests on a cruise to a secret island location for a night of entertainment.
Cost: $157
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the White Party NYE 2015.
Glam Rock Party at Hard Rock Cafe Surfers Paradise
Ring in the new year in glam rockin’ style with a night of dinner, dancing or both. There are three different packages, some include dinner and dance and there are dinner options that are child friendly. The optional dress code is glam rock.
Cost: $100 to $250
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the Glam Rock Party at Hard Rock Cafe Surfers Paradise.
Retro Party at Harrigan’s Drift Inn
Get your groove on at Harrigan’s Drift Inn’s Retro-themed party at Jacob’s Well. You might spot Austin Powers and his bevy of hippy babes while you enjoy a three-course meal and listen to live music from Fire N Ice. There’ll be canapés and bubbly on arrival.
Cost: $70
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the Retro Party at Harrigan’s Drift Inn.
Shipwrecked at the Coolangatta Hotel
Come bring in the New Year 2016 thanks to Captain Morgan, Bundy Rum Mutiny, Smirnoff and Corona. This 18+ event features three rooms of live music all night, pop-up bars and more.
Cost: From $23.50
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about Shipwrecked at the Coolangatta Hotel.
NYE at Draculas
Experience the latest show at Draculas on New Year’s Eve and this includes sparkling wine, midnight countdown and a live DJ. Dracula’s is a MA 15+ adult dinner cabaret.
Cost: $150
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about NYE at Draculas.
Seafood Buffet at Southport Yacht Club
With a drink on arrival, guests can enjoy a seafood buffet and entertainment from the Australian renowned Fleetwood Mac Experience in the Waterfront Restaurant and Gemini in the upstairs Compass Room.
Cost: $99.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the Seafood Buffet at the Southport Yacht Club.
Ocean’s 15 at QT Gold Coast
Two events being held at the QT Gold Coast and both with a Las Vegas theme, one being held in Stingray Lounge and Bar and the other at Bazaar. Includes show girls, movie stars, a red carpet as well as award-winning cuisine and surprise guests.
Cost: From $99
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about Ocean’s 15 at the QT Gold Coast.
New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl
You’ll get exclusive entry into four popular Surfers Paradise Clubs and enjoy no queues, fun party hosts and games with a professional photos taken throughout the evening.
Cost: From $50
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl.
Celebrate NYE at Jupiters Hotel and Casino
A selection of dining events, free live entertainment and the famous balloon drop at midnight. From lavish award-winning restaurants to your favourite buffet, there’s something for everyone.
Cost: Varies.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about Celebrate NYE at Jupiters Hotel and Casino.
NYE at Koi Dining and Lounge Bar
A four-course set menu, Champagne and beer on arrival and a Koi Shooter at midnight. D Koi Boys live entertainment. Dress code required.
Cost: $149
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about NYE at Koi Dining and Lounge Bar
All That Glitters at Cabana Bar and Lounge
You’re invited to a glistening affair where you can enjoy a four-hour beverage package, tapas and entertainment. To secure an exclusive Cabana bookings of 10 people is required.
Cost: From $110
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the All that Glitters at Cabana Bar and Lounge.
NYE White Party on the Water – Sanctuary Cove
Sanctuary Cove has come back to life and starts at The Covenant. There’ll be substantial food, free giveaways, and a selection of beverages, Champagne at midnight, a DJ and VIP section.
Cost: $150
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the NYE White Party on the Water.
New Year’s Eve Boat Party
A three-hour cruise with some of the Gold Coast’s hottest DJ’s pumping out beats all night while you party on the roof top dance floor. Once the boat is docked, party goers get given VIP entry to nightclub.
Cost: $90
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the New Year’s Eve Boat Party.
Where and what time to see free New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Broadbeach – 8.30pm and midnight
Fireworks at Kurrawa Park and Pratten Park in Broadbeach with First Summer Band performing at the Broadbeach mall stage from 8pm til 12.30pm.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about Broadbeach Fireworks.
Broadwater Parklands, Southport – 9pm
Bring the whole family to Southport’s Broadwater Parklands from 5pm where The Food Truck Feast runs until 9pm. Fireworks are at the family friendly time of 9pm.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about Broadwater Parklands Fireworks.
Coomera – 9pm
A family friendly community event is being held at Viney Park from 5pm to 9.30pm and will feature live entertainment, amusement rides, sideshow alley, food vendors and fireworks at 9pm.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about Coomera Fireworks.
North Kirra Surf Club – 7.30pm
Plenty of family fun, a barbecue, drinks, glow sticks, jumping castle, raffles and an amazing fireworks display. All proceeds going towards the North Kirra Surf Life Saving Club.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the North Kirra Surf Club fireworks.
Northern Gold Coast – 9pm
At Brien Harris Oval in Ormeau there will be live music and carnival rides. This family-friendly event also has face painting, food and drink stalls and fireworks.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the Northern Gold Coast Fireworks.
Paradise Point – 9pm
This fireworks display includes the latest in technology and the latest effects. This family celebration includes live music on the main stage and a parade of favourite party characters.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the Paradise Point Fireworks.
Surfers Paradise – 8pm and midnight
See in the new year with one of Queensland’s largest fireworks displays with a family friendly display at 8pm followed by a second show at midnight.
Visit our what’s on calendar to see more information about the Surfers Paradise Fireworks.
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