It all comes alive for New Year’s Eve Canberra this 31st December 2026. Welcome in the New Year in the Australian capitol with fabulous varied options of free council supported family NYE parties and other private commercial events. Gardens and parks and civic areas come alive. With great viewing areas and many park area with free events will be well attended. And make sure you book early for the commercial NYE events as these will sell out.
All public NYE events supported by the Canberra Council are alcohol free events. Please drink responsibly and get a great start to 2027.
Getting around Canberra on the 31st December is best sorted with the public transport Action Buses or the Night Rider bus options. Or do as our NYE Concierge suggests and organise accommodation close to your New Years event to see out 2026 and party into 2027.
NYE is in Summer in Canberra in December so it should be quite a nice night on 31st December but do watch the weather as Canberra can get cold in the evenings.
New Year’s Eve Canberra 2026 Events
| EVENT | VENUE | LOCATION | FROM | TIX | COMMENTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NYE Bush Dance | Monaro Folk Society | Weston | TBA | ||
| NYE 2026 | Margot Wine & Espresso Bar | Canberra | TBA | Enjoy prime viewing of the Canberra NYE fireworks as you enjoy fine wine, cheeses, cocktails and pizza. Great location on the banks of Lake Burley Griffin in the National Triangle. Tickets typically include drink on arrival. | |
| New Year's Eve Dinner | Banana Leaf | Canberra | TBA | Usually offers a multi course A La Carte with choices. Typically multiple sittings available on NYE. | |
| NYE Fireworks Cruise | MV Southern Cross | Yarralumla | TBA | Party celebration cruise to take in the magnificent Canberra midnight New Years fireworks on Lake Burley Griffin. Enjoy hot and cold gourmet canapes. Beverages included. | |
| NYE Promenade Dining | Hyatt Hotel Promenade | Canberra | TBA | Usually offers a New Year's Eve buffet dinner with drinks. This venue also has accommodation. It is family friendly NYE dining. | |
| Final NYE | Cube Nightclub | Canberra | TBA | NYE Party. Offers typically include drink on arrival plus Drink Cards. DJ Entertainment. | |
| New Year's Eve Buffet 2026 | Casino Canberra | Canberra | Free | Drinks, Food, LIVE Entertainment. Dancing. Midnight Countdown. This venue has accommodation. | |
| NYE Dining | CSCC Yacht Club Restaurant | Yarralumla | TBA | Superb multi course dining to celebrate welcoming the new year. Beverages included. All inclusive. Entertainment. |
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Canberra New Year’s Eve 2026 Community Events
Canberra will Welcome 2026 with an array of community celebrations on New Years Eve with fireworks for all the family.
| EVENT | VENUE | LOCATION | DETAILS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canberra New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks | Lake Burley Griffin | Canberra | The Capital of Fireworks in Australia and the Capital City of Australia, Canberra will celebrate Good Bye 2026 with family fireworks at 9pm. This time is suitable for the whole family to enjoy. Young children and old can celebrate together. Viewing should be okay from all around Lake Burley Griffin. The NYE fireworks should go for an extended 15 minutes. |
