New Year's Eve Canberra 2026 Party Guide ideas to see in 2027

party new year's eve canberra 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	COMMENTS
NYE Bush Dance	Monaro Folk Society	Weston	$35	Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a traditional bush dance at the Yarralumla Woolshed. Enjoy live folk music, easy-to-follow dance calling and a welcoming community atmosphere. All dances are taught, making it perfect for beginners and seasoned dancers alike.
NYE 2026	Margot Wine & Espresso Bar	Canberra	$140	Enjoy prime viewing of the Canberra NYE fireworks as you enjoy fine wine, cheeses and delights. Great location on the banks of Lake Burley Griffin in the National Triangle. Non drinker Tickets available. Canberra NYE Fireworks at 9pm.
New Year's Eve Dinner	Banana Leaf	Canberra	$65	A Sri Lankan NYE feast. Celebration dining set menu available for seeing off 2026 and Welcoming the new year 2027. Family friendly.
NYE Fireworks Cruise	MV Southern Cross	Yarralumla	$124	Party cruise to take in the magnificent Canberra early New Years 2026 celebration on Lake Burley Griffin. Drinks and food available for purchase. Early and Late fireworks cruise options.
NYE Promenade Dining	Hyatt Hotel Promenade	Canberra	$85	New Year’s Eve Seafood buffet dinner. This venue also has accommodation. It is family friendly NYE dining.
Final NYE	Cube Nightclub	Canberra	$40	Final NYE. Dress up party. Get ready for all your favourite tunes retro style to welcome New Year 2027. DJ Entertainment. Roaming performances and drink specials. Open late!
New Year's Eve Buffet 2026	Casino Canberra	Canberra	Free	Welcome in 2027 at Canberra Casino in style! Enjoy special NYE cocktail offers. Massive Countdown fun! Groups are welcome. This venue has accommodation.
NYE Dining	CSCC Yacht Club Restaurant	Yarralumla	$199	Superb four course NYE dining to celebrate welcoming the new year 2027. With LIVE entertainment and four hour beverage package.

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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.