The Star Gold Coast
On December 31 the festivities kick off at The Star’s Grand Pool Lawn for one of the most sizzling soirees of the year. Tickets to this 18+ event are $225 per person and give you a chance to walk the red carpet and spend the night dancing under neon lights by the pool as internationally renowned rhythm and soul icon Lisa Hunt headlines the entertainment. Embrace the disco vibes as you devour delicacies from the various food stations and roving canapes, dance to live DJs and keep the party going with a four-hour drinks package and a sparkling midnight toast. Find out more here.
Isoletto Prive & Lawn
On the flip side, you can ditch the colour in favour of all-white attire for Isoletto Prive & Lawn’s Night of White party. For $279, dress in white and enjoy an evening filled with delicious canapes and fragrant dishes from the food stations. Quench your thirst with a Grey Goose cocktail on arrival and a four-hour Moët & Chandon Impérial deluxe and Grey Goose vodka beverage package before enjoying front-row seats to The Star’s sparkling firework display. Find out more here.
Garden Kitchen & Bar
Those looking for something a little more laid-back can head to Garden Kitchen & Bar, where guests can enjoy a picnic on The Lawn from 8:00 pm. Picnic tables under the stars are $1600 for ten people and include a three-hour beverage package, live entertainment, decadent platters with Angus beef sliders, arancini and wagyu meatballs, as well as exclusive viewing of the midnight fireworks. Alternatively, if you’d prefer a special dinner with your loved ones, consider booking a table at The Restaurant – with session one running from 5:00 pm (for two hours) and session two from 8:00 pm until late. Those seeking an early dinner can reserve a table for session one online and enjoy a la carte dining. Tickets to session two are $195 per person and include a three-course set menu, a three-hour beverage package, entertainment and access to The Lawn to watch Tigerlily take the stage and the midnight fireworks display. Find out more here.
Cucina Vivo
For those craving international flavours in their New Year’s Eve celebrations, Cucina Vivo will be serving up salivation-inducing Italian eats that are sure to cure your hunger. Eager diners can arrive early for a set menu and a welcome glass of sparkling or appear later to indulge in a three-hour beverage package and five-course menu from 8:30 pm. This stellar feast features the likes of buffalo mozzarella arancini, Cape Grim beef tenderloin with gnocchi fungi and a dark-chocolate tart. Delizioso! Find out more here.
Kiyomi
Lovers of Japanese cuisine will be happy to hear that Kiyomi is tantalising taste buds this New Year’s Eve, with the much-loved restaurant’s culinary creations ready to surprise and delight. There are no set menus – simply make a booking and prepare to make your final meal of 2023 the best yet. Learn more here.
Uncle Su
In the mood for tasty Cantonese classics? Spend the last night of 2023 with Uncle Su and prepare to indulge in a selection of signature Beijing and Szechuan favourites like king crab, lobster, abalone, oysters, barramundi and more. There are two seatings available for booking at Uncle Su – session one at 5:30/5:45/6:00 pm and session two from 7:45 pm until late – with the a la carte menu available for both. Find out more here.
Harvest Buffet
If you can’t settle on just one cuisine, pull up a seat at Harvest Buffet for the ultimate feasting experience. Harvest also has two seatings to choose from (5:00–7:00 pm or 7:30–9:30 pm), where you can pile your plate high with an indulgent selection of hot and cold seafood, freshly-shucked oysters, meats from the carvery, salads, cheeses and plenty of desserts. Find out more here.
Nineteen at The Star
If you want to take your New Year’s celebrations sky-high, head up 19 levels to The Darling’s rooftop for a celebration at Nineteen at The Star. Soak up an evening of style and sophistication as Nineteen offers two first-class dinner sessions. The 2.5-hour sunset seating is $200 per person and gives attendees a four-course set menu including a seafood platter, a choice of mains like Patagonian toothfish or fillet steak and delicious desserts. The moonlight seating offers a similar exuberant menu and more than four hours of fun for $240 per person. Here, you and your crew can wait for the clock to strike midnight with champagne in hand. Learn more here.
The Tropic & Burleigh Pavilion
Farewell 2023 in style with UK DJ and producer Riton at The Tropic and Burleigh Pavilion’s combined celebration. Riton will play his electronic dance tracks like ‘Fake ID’, ‘Turn Me On’ and ‘Friday’ into the new year as you soak in the incredible view and dance the night away until 2:00 am! Standard tickets to this beachside soiree gets you access to the main area and free food all night. An access-all-areas ticket gets you a two-hour drinks package and a generous selection of canapes from 6:00–8:00 pm. Book your tickets here.
The Island
There’s a solid gold reason to welcome in 2024 at The Island Gold Coast’s glittering New Year’s Eve multi-level party. This sizzling soiree comes with everything – we’re talking decadent sips, delicious canapes and gourmet food stations fit for a god or goddess! It’s time to rise and shine, bring your sparkliest self, and shimmer among live entertainment, special guests and pop-up displays at one of the Coast’s most iconic parties. With the bar serving until 5:00 am, you know this is going to be a big one. Tickets can be purchased here.
Aviary Rooftop Bar
For a touch of sparkle and glamour, ring in the new year with glittering skyline views at the popular Southport rooftop bar, and be swept into the bygone era of vintage carnivals. Complete with roving carnival performers, a flowing champagne tower and old-world grandeur, Aviary’s luxe affair will include a premium four-hour beverage package, a welcome cocktail, and a sumptuous spread of canapes and authentic Italian pizzas. DJ Marea will be spinning sounds from 8:00 pm to 1:00 am, and revellers will also score sky-high views of the spectacular fireworks. The first release of tickets have sold out, so jump on the second release of tickets here.
Cabana Bar & Lounge
Dreaming of a tropical holiday? Say aloha to 2024 and be transported to paradise for the ultimate island-style celebration at Southport’s Cabana Bar & Lounge, which will transform into a Hawaiian-themed oasis. Tickets are just $49 and include a welcome drink on arrival, a spread of tropical-inspired canapes to fuel the fun-filled times ahead, live DJ beats, and front-row seats to not one but two dazzling fireworks displays. Don your finest tropical threads and book your spot here.
Hyde Paradiso
Welcome in 2024 Hyde-style. Dance the night away from your elevated outlook with a four-hour beverage package, roaming canapes and exclusive views of the renowned Surfers Paradise fireworks. Come ready to party! The drinks package kicks off at 8:00 pm and includes Moet & Chandon Champagne, The Botanist Gin creations and Rameau d’Or Rose Magnums. First-release tickets are $250 per person and can be purchased here.
Cali Beach
Party the night away with Cali Beach turning into a nighttime oasis amongst the illuminated backdrop of the stunning Gold Coast skyline. It’s the best location to watch the New Year’s Eve fireworks and bring in the new year! Expect to see professionally choreographed night shows, along with roving performances and live entertainment all night. Learn more and grab tickets here. Be quick as the last two years have sold out!
La Luna Beach Club
Ring in the New Year at prestige waterfront destination La Luna Beach Club. Reserve a table at MĀRE for $415 per person and enjoy a four-course dinner, a three-hour drinks package and access to La Luna Pool Side. Alternatively, book a spot by The La Luna Pool and dance around the moon until the clock strikes 12 with a cocktail in hand for $310 per person or secure a private cabana for 12-15 guests. Make a booking here.
Southport Sharks
If you’d prefer to feast your way merrily into the new year, gather your nearest and dearest and enjoy mountains of trawler-fresh seafood and decadent delights at Southport Sharks’ mouth-watering New Year’s Eve buffet. Following your final feast for the year, you can roll straight into the retro-themed dance party. If you’re keen to add some flair to your New Year’s Eve festivities, lean into the theme and don your finest retro-themed ‘fit, then boogie your way into 2024. Tickets for adults and kids are available here.
Surfers Pavilion
Dress to impress and join Surfers Pavilion by the water for four hours of food and drinks, DJs and roving entertainment this New Year’s Eve. The four-hour premium food and drinks package includes delicious canapes, premium spirits, bubbles, wine and beer along with a night full of entertainment until the early hours of the morning! First-release tickets are from $142. Grab your tickets here.
The Lucky Squire
Broadbeach watering hole The Lucky Squire is dishing up the good vibes with a three-hour signature package from 8:00–11:00 pm. Dress in your best, boogie to the beats of live music and feast on substantial canapes surrounded by your nearest and dearest. Tickets are $140 per person and are available here.
White Rhino
Dance the night away with live entertainment and a four-hour premium food and beverage package at White Rhino. With extended trading hours until 3:00 am, this is going to be one unforgettable New Year’s soiree. First-release tickets are from $81 and can be purchased here. Be quick as the last two years sold out!
The Collective
Cocktail trees are on the menu at The Collective’s New Year’s Eve celebration, where you can welcome in 2024 with all of your favourite dishes, tipples and live music all evening. Kitchens will be open until 9:30 pm to ensure you can make the absolute most of your last meals of 2023. Treat yourself and make a booking here.
No Bones Byron Bay
Ring in the new year with a bang at No Bones Byron Bay. Start the New Year’s Eve festivities with a mouth-watering tasting menu and cocktail snacks, alongside a free-flowing selection of bubbles and cocktails. Then from 10:00 pm to 2:00 am, the party will continue with culinary delights, creative cocktails and captivating beats spun by the incredible DJ Afrodisea and DJ Kenzo Cruz, which are sure to keep you dancing into the early hours of the morning. Secure your spot by heading here.