New Year’s Eve Event Guide

Slam the door on 2020 with an impressive New Year’s Eve celebration including pals, romping and great antique frivolity.

With numerous venues resuming under COVID-Safe plans, New Year’s Eve is the optimal opportunity to slam the door on 2020 and also ring in the brand-new year with some enjoyable, romping and great antique frivolity.

Here we’ve rounded up a few of the Gold Coast’s most preferred New Year’s Eve events covering events, cruises as well as specialty dining, along with family-friendly options perfect for the entire family.

Parties

Mixer at The Island (Cost: from $159)

Party under the celebrities at the Gold Coast’s largest open-air rooftop bar with online home entertainment, immersive pop-up screens, wandering entertainers, unique visitors as well as even more. From 8pm, appreciate a 4.5-hour food and drinks package including premium faucet beers as well as cider, white wine, French bubbles and delicious canapes. Doors open at 7pm and the event kicks on till 5am.

See our occasions schedule to see even more details regarding New Year’s Eve at The Island.

VIP Penthouse celebration at The Island (Cost: from $219)

The VIP experience at the Island Penthouse offers you exclusive access to one of the best New Year’s Eve parties on the Gold Coast. Enjoy premium food and drinks, enjoyment, DJs, strolling performers and amazing pop-up screens, plus 360-degree sights of the Surfers Paradise CBD, coastline and also hinterland. Beginning at 8pm, the VIP experience consists of 4.5-hour food and also costs beverages bundle.

Visit our occasions schedule to see even more information regarding New Year’s Eve at The Island.

New Year’s Eve parties at The Lucky Squire (Cost: from $129)

The Lucky Squire’s two-storey brewhouse at Broadbeach is set to supplant the brand-new year with excellent vibes and blasts with a four-hour food, drinks as well as home entertainment bundle for $159 per person. Early risers can protect a ticket for $129.

Visit our occasions schedule to see more details regarding New Year’s Eve events at the Lucky Squire.

VIP Masquerade Ball at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove (Cost: $299)

Add some aura to your New Year’s Eve at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort’s VIP Masquerade Ball. Enjoy canapes and a fancy four-course dish plus a five-hour drinks package as well as live entertainment. There will certainly likewise be fireworks by The Fountain Terrace at midnight.

Visit our occasions calendar to see more details regarding VIP Masquerade Ball at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort.

NYE reggae celebration at Southport Yacht Club (Cost: grownups $109, youngsters $59)

Calling all reggae enthusiasts! Dirt off your tie-dyed t shirts as well as crochet beanies this New Year’s Eve for Southport Yacht Club’s “Reggaetta” party. Get hold of a pre-dinner pina colada, mojito or a Caribbean wind before putting right into a four-course Caribbean-style supper. Hit the floor for a bogle dancing or settle back and also kick back as you soak up the chilled reggae beats of songs duo Kulaz. Make certain you look the component– there will certainly additionally be rewards for best-dressed visitor, best reggae professional dancer and also best-dressed couple.

Visit our occasions schedule to see even more information about NYE reggae celebration at Southport Yacht Club.

Golden Globes event at Retro’s Cocktail Lounge (Cost: from $120)

Party like a movie star at Retro’s New Year’s Eve Golden Globes event, where they’ll be vocalizing the hits from the ’80s, ’90s and ’00s all evening long. A three-hour food and also drink bundle ranges from 9pm up until twelve o’clock at night and don’t forget to doll up as there will likewise be prizes for best clothed throughout the night.

See our occasions schedule to see more information concerning the Golden Globes event at Retro’s.

Roaring ’20s celebration at The Cavill Hotel (Cost: from $99)

The glamour and also prestige of the roaring ’20s is calling at The Cavill Hotel in Surfers Paradise this New Year’s Eve. Select from the $99 or $149 four-hour food and drink plan, or add on mixed drinks for an added $50. There’ll also be place voucher giveaways for best-dressed guests, with live entertainment and also count-down celebrations at twelve o’clock at night.

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NYE at The Rusty Barrel (Cost: totally free)

Enjoy delicious food, fine whiskies as well as special cocktails that’ll start your New Year off the proper way! DJ efficiency from 8pm onwards.

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Glamour, Glamour and Everything Gold party at Finn McCool’s (Cost: $109)

Get set to commemorate all that glitters at Fin McCool’s in Surfers Paradise, with the Irish bar’s Glitz, Glamour and also Everything Gold event. A three-hour food and drink bundle consists of beer, a glass of wine, soft drinks as well as tapas, along with live enjoyment. There will also be rewards for the best dressed as well as various other coupons as well as giveaways.

See our events calendar to see even more information about Finn McCool’s Glitz, Glamour as well as Everything Gold event

SkyPoint New Year’s Eve ($129)

Take your party skies high and welcome 2021 at SkyPoint on Level 77 of the Q1 structure at Surfers Paradise. Tickets are $129 each as well as consist of entry to SkyPoint, access to chef-manned food stations, scrumptious canapes, a two-hour drink package plus online home entertainment.

Visit our events schedule to see more information about SkyPoint New Year’s Eve.

LUXE party at Stingray Lounge, QT Gold Coast (Cost: from $119)

Rub shoulders with a head-turning group and also see out the year on a high with a luxurious night at LUXE– an extravagant New York loft-style party loaded with fanciful artists, fashion connoisseurs and flowing champagne. There’ll additionally be fun food stations as component of a three-hour food and beverage bundle, along with online enjoyment as well as LUXE shocks throughout the evening.

Visit our occasions calendar to see even more info about LUXE event at Stingray Lounge, QT Gold Coast.

Wicked Club Crawl club party excursion (Cost: From $49)– SOLD OUT

A ticket for the Wicked Club Crawl is the ultimate event key for those planning on hitting multiple nightclubs this New Year’s Eve. You’ll conserve time lining up and also cash on cover charges, with your ticket covering access right into 4 of the most popular clubs in Surfers Paradise. The bundle additionally consists of pizza and nibbles, venue vouchers, parlor game, prizes as well as exclusive security.

Retro Revival supper and also show at Southport Sharks (Cost: grownups $65–$75, children over 5 $24–$26)– SOLD OUT

Tease your hair, insert some shoulder pads and take the fam to Frenzy’s this New Year’s Eve, where you can take pleasure in an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet too live home entertainment from ’80s Glam Rock Gods band and also Bon Jovi Tribute. The buffet will certainly be loaded with summer favourites like shellfishes, oysters, roast meats, salads as well as treats, and you can groove the night away to some of the ’80s greatest rock anthems and also pop dancing standards.

Black and White Music Extravaganza at The Gold Coast Italo-Australian Club (Cost: $89)

Enjoy a scrumptious three-course dish at the Gold Coast Italo-Australian club this New Year’s Eve, while grooving to songs from timeless acts such as Abba, Elvis, Johnny Cash, Little Richie and also many more. Reservations are necessary as well as doors open at 6pm.

See our events calendar to see even more details concerning the Black and also White Music Extravaganza.

Wild New Year’s Eve at Aviary Rooftop Bar, Southport Sharks (Cost: from $129)– SOLD OUT

It’s a forest around! Well, it will certainly go to Aviary Rooftop Bar’s Wild New Year’s Eve party. Visitors will be treated to a fun sensory safari with front-row seats to views of the Gold Coast horizon plus live music from DJ GNGE featuring bongo drums as well as enjoyment from wandering jungle acrobats. Events start at 7pm and all ticket holders will certainly delight in a four-hour food as well as beverage plan from 8.30 pm.

Aloha New Year’s at Cabana Bar as well as Lounge, Southport Sharks (Cost: cost-free)

Southport Sharks’ Cabana Bar and also Lounge is organizing a tropical-flavoured New Year’s Eve celebration– best for those looking for a much more intimate, laid-back ambience to ring in 2021. Sit back in an outdoor cabana as well as appreciate refreshing mixed drinks as well as Hawaiian-inspired tapas. You’ll additionally obtain a free of charge welcome mixed drink if you publication for this occasion.

Visit our occasions calendar to see even more information regarding the Aloha New Year’s at Cabana Bar as well as Lounge.

Hollywood Nights event at Spaghetti and also Jazz (Cost: $135)

Roll in on the red rug as well as commemorate the brand-new year in vogue at Spaghetti as well as Jazz’s Hollywood Nights New Year’s Eve celebration. Receive a glass of bubbles on arrival as well as enjoy a live range show featuring hits from genres covering rock ‘n’ roll, disco, musicals and also pop. A tasty selection of tapas will be offered and also you can dance right into the wee hrs of January 1.

See our events schedule to see even more info about the Hollywood Nights New Year’s Eve party at Spaghetti as well as Jazz.

CRUISES

New Year’s Eve cruise along the Broadwater (Cost: grownups $117, youngsters $85)

Join Spirit Broadwater Cruises this New Year’s Eve for a family-friendly, stress-free, tranquil water cruise ship with magnificent sights. Cruise ship highlights include cocktail-style dining with canapes, live songs and a completely licenced bar.

See our occasions calendar to see even more information about Spirit Broadwater Cruises family-friendly New Year’s Eve cruise ship

New Year’s Eve cruise ship aboard the Spirit of Elston (Cost: $199)

Cruise along the Gold Coast waterways aboard Sea World’s newest vessel, the Spirit of Elston. The four-hour cruise departs and also returns from Surfers Paradise and also takes you to the Broadwater, seeing Marina Mirage, Sea World, Palazzo Versace as well as more. Events consist of a four-hour drink bundle, online songs as well as canape choices all aboard an elegant air-conditioned vessel. Boarding is 8.15 pm for an 8.30 pm separation.

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SHOWS AND LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

New Year’s Eve at Dracula’s (Cost: $155)

Get set to sink your fangs into 2021 at Dracula’s, where you can experience the cabaret theater’s latest online program Muertos while sipping mixed drinks and savouring a delicious three-course dish. You’ll additionally obtain a ghost train trip, VIP pendant as well as complimentary glass of bubbles at midnight.

See our occasions calendar to see even more details about New Year’s Eve at Dracula’s.

PINK the Tribute Show at Diggers as well as Sports Club (Cost: $149)

If you’re a Pink follower, you’re in for a treat this New Year’s Eve. Diggers and Sports Club in Surfers Paradise are holding PINK the Tribute show, complete with online band playing all her hits as well as a four-hour food and also beverage bundle.

See our occasions calendar to see more information about PINK the Tribute Show at Diggers as well as Sports Club.

New Year’s Eve amusement at Currumbin RSL (Free)

For a cooled, live songs experience this New Year’s Eve, head to Currumbin RSL. Soloist Tim Conlon will certainly be playing from 2pm– 5pm, followed by Deck Acoustics with Ben Amour from 5pm– 8pm. Acoustic duo Resonance will certainly assist you supplant the new year when they take the phase from 8pm– 1am.

See our events schedule to see even more details regarding New Year’s Eve enjoyment at Currumbin RSL.

New Year’s Eve entertainment at the Coolangatta Hotel (Cost: $29.10)

If you’re seeking an enjoyable night loaded with real-time music, The Cooly Hotel has you covered. The enjoyable starts from 5pm generally Bar with Musical Bingo organized by Hit That Hit prior to musician Steve Blaik takes the stage at 7pm. Nightclub Disciples follow at 10pm with sentimental ’70s funk, while in the Bandroom, Division 4 will have you rocking out from 9pm till after twelve o’clock at night.

See our events calendar to see even more details concerning New Year’s Eve at the Coolangatta Hotel.

DINNER AND DRINKS

Yamagen at QT Gold Coast (Cost: from $80)

For those that value modern-day Japanese flavours, funky surroundings and also a well-executed bar, Yamagen is the location to be this New Year’s Eve. Take pleasure in an unique menu, that includes champagne on arrival and access to Stingray’s New Year’s Eve event LUXE.

Visit our events schedule to see more information about Yamagen at QT Gold Coast.

Exchange Marketplace, QT Gold Coast (Cost: grownups from $129, youngsters from $39)

For a worldwide eating experience this New Year’s Eve, submerse yourself in the magic of Bazaar’s Marketplace, inspired by the souks as well as bodegas of global street delays. Available is trawler-fresh fish and shellfish, crustacean and charcuterie bars, Asian specials, grill terminals, a wood-fired pizza stove, rotisserie and also much more. Select from a range of supper as well as drinks plans, which additionally includes complimentary access to Stingray’s LUXE celebration for grownups.

See our occasions calendar to see even more info concerning Bazaar Marketplace, QT Gold Coast.

Carmody’s, Southport Sharks (Cost: $85–$95)– SOLD OUT

Commemorate with your tastebuds at Carmody’s this New Year’s Eve as well as delight in a three-course culinary treat with a head chef Nathan Hay’s unique congratulatory menu. Enhance your meal with the restaurant’s large range of wines and spirits. If you would like a suggestion, the restaurant’s knowledgeable staff enjoy to assist.

Palazzo Versace Gold Coast (Cost: $249 to $695)

Mark the beginning of a wonderful 2021 at Palazzo Versace, with a series of eating options to choose from. Enjoy a decadent six-course degustation with matched wines at Vanitas, or 3 or four training courses of fine Italian cuisine at Il Barocco. Additionally, start 2021 under the celebrities as the Water Salon is changed into a stunning array of pyrotechnics with restless amusement and also DJ, scrumptious food stations, canapes and free-flowing drinks.

See our events schedule to see even more info about Palazzo Versace.

Nineteen at The Star Gold Coast (Cost: grownups $160, youngsters $75)

For a first-class New Year’s Eve experience, head to Nineteen at The Star where you can pick from 2 different dinner settings by sundown or moonlight. Appreciate a remarkable, multi-course dining experience at one of the Gold Coast’s many elegant areas.

See our occasions calendar to see more information about Nineteen at The Star Gold Coast.

Cucina Vivo at The Star Gold Coast ($77–$190)– SOLD OUT

Invite the New Year Italian design at Cucina Vivo, with two seating times to choose from. Start the night off right with a three-course share menu between 6pm and 8pm with a two-hour beverages package, or ring in the new year from 8.30 pm with a set menu and also three-hour drink package.

Yard Kitchen and also Bar at the Star Gold Coast (Cost: from $125)– SOLD OUT

Whether you want to relax on The Lawn with a barbecue plan, book a special supper in the restaurant or dance the evening away on the deck, Garden Kitchen as well as Bar has it all. The dining establishment and also barbecue food selections each come with a three-hour beverages package.

Kiyomi Restaurant at The Star Gold Coast (Cost: $154)

Farewell 2020 Japanese style at Kiyomi Restaurant, with an innovative set menu produced by dreamer Executive Chef Chase Kojima. 2 sittings are available and include glass of sparkling wine on arrival.

See our events schedule to see more details Kiyomi Restaurant at The Star Gold Coast.

Imperial at The Star Gold Coast (Cost: Various)

Treat yourself to something extra unique this New Year’s Eve and indulge in a lovely Chinese meal with family and friends at Imperial at The Star. There are two sittings to choose from as well as guests will rate with a glass of bubbles. At the initial resting, from 5.30 pm– 7.30 pm, you can choose recipes from the a la carte food selection or at the 2nd resting, from 7.45 pm until late, you can delight in a buffet menu.

See our occasions calendar to see even more information at Imperial at The Star Gold Coast.

Terraces Restaurant at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort (Cost: adults $220, kids $89)

For a sophisticated family-friendly evening, publication a place at Terraces Restaurant where your palate will commemorate a decadent seafood buffet, salads and also vegetables, scrumptious roasts as well as indulgent desserts. Grownups obtain free bubbles on arrival.

Visit our occasions schedule to see even more info about Terraces Restaurant at the Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort.

Horizons, Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort (Cost: $349)

Elegant, contemporary eating setting Horizons is offering a luxurious seven-course degustation supper with matching glass of wines to salute the new year. The succulent collection food selection, meticulously crafted by Head Chef Christopher Dodds, includes dishes consisting of tuna dukkha with compressed melon, avocado, soy and also ginger vinaigrette, spiced duck with sauteed scallop as well as spring vegetables and a dark chocolate semi freddo with strawberry consomme, pistachio meringue as well as dontel.

See our occasions schedule to see even more details about the New Year’s Eve degustation dinner at Horizons, Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort .

FAMILY-FRIENDLY OPTIONS

If you’re seeking New Year’s Eve parties the whole family members can appreciate, these occasions are suitable for adults and also youngsters alike:

  • NYE reggae celebration at Southport Yacht Club, including dinner as well as amusement (Cost: adults $109, kids $59).
  • Retro Revival supper as well as show at Southport Sharks (Cost: adults $65–$75, kids over 5 $24–$26).
  • New Year’s Eve cruise ship on the Spirit of Broadwater, consisting of canapes and live songs (Cost: grownups $117, children $85).
  • Supper at Bazaar Marketplace, QT Gold Coast (Cost: grownups from $110, teenagers $110, kids $49).
  • Premium sunset picnic at Nineteen at The Star Gold Coast (Cost: adults $160, kids $75).
  • Buffet dinner at Terraces Restaurant, Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort (Cost: adults $220, kids $89).

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