New Years Eve Ideas For Gold Coast

Looking For Ideas For New Years Eve In Gold Coast Australia?

In the Gold Coast New Years Eve Fireworks are a big part of the family friendly end of year celebrations. There are several great spots to watch the fireworks. One of the best is from the Southport or Labrador side of the Broadwater where you can see the fireworks over the Surfers Paradise skyline.

New Years Eve Gold Coast Australia 2009 To 2010

New Year's Eve is celebrated in Australia on 31 December each year. The next day (1 January) is a public holiday, so it is a great excuse to party the night away, countdown to the new year and generally have fun!

The Gold Coast is fabulous at New Year because it has a good selection of :

• family friendly entertainment and fireworks
• strictly adults only entertainment and parties
• formal New Year Celebrations or New Year Balls
• dinner, music, dancing and parties
• traditional pub or tavern based celebrations

As it gets closer to Christmas and New Year there will be more information about the general celebrations. But if you are looking to join one of the more formal events then I highly recommend booking in early. You may also find some other special events such as party cruises.

You may find that the hotel or accommodation you are staying in offers special events but only for hotel guests. I know that is true at Paradise Resort.

Aussie's love to party - so New Years Eve is the biggest party night!

Brisbane also has fireworks and various NYE parties and balls. 

Family Friendly New Years Eve Options

There are many great options for families in the Gold Coast for New Year's Eve. Here are a few:

• Dreamworld - I have listed it here, because in 2008 Dreamworld opened its gates to families for New Year's Eve. 2009 they have changed strategy. So no family party here. See below for Over 18s options

These options below may be suitable for some families, it will depend upon the age of your children and what you want to see and do this NYE! Check out these options:

• Circle Fiesta at Circle on Cavill - Evening of celebration, performance and cultural delight including cChalk artists, street performers & Jazz Trio “Hans Lovejoy’. If you want to eat, make sure you book into your favourte Circle on Cavill restaurant. I know Perle Dining is having a big party too!
  
• The Hard Rock Café - Families can enjoy the a-la-cart menu and parents can treat themselves to the selection of cocktails. Cnr Cavill Ave & Surfers Paradise Blvd. You will need to book.
  
• Chevron Renaissance Entertainment by the Hot Jazz ‘N’ Swing Kings, make sure you make a booking at your favourite restaurant to be sure of a spot.
• Southport Sharks Club - Bookings essential at all these options. Carmody's Grill from 6pm for 3 course dinner. NYE jungle Fever Party in Frenzy food court from 5.30pm kinds under 5 eat free with every full paying adult or NYE Karaoke at Mackenzie's Sports Bar (probably not for the kids but mentioned it anyway!). Southport Sharks can be found at the Cnr of Musgrave and Olsen Avenues, Southport - though closer to Parkwood!

Gold Coast New Years Eve Fireworks Locations Map

Here is a map of the Gold Coast with the approximate locations of NYE fireworks and family entertainment.

List of locations and times, click on the map to get more details and to discover where they are.

Some locations you will need to be close to get the most out of it, others you can find viewing points around the Gold Coast.

Listed from North To South Gold Coast locations:

Coomera 9pm and midnight Viney Park, Beattie Road

Paradise Point 9pm at Paradise Point Foreshore Park. Plus family entertainment 6pm to 9.30pm.

Southport 9pm at James Overell Park, Brighton Parade. Plus family fun entertainment 6pm to 9.30pm.

Surfers Paradise Surfers Paradise Beach 9pm show and midnight show with the Q1 Countdown.

Broadbeach 8pm and midnight Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach

Coolangatta 9pm and midnight at Coolangatta beachfront.

Tweed Heads 9pm NSW time (8pm Qld Time) at Club Banora and midnight NSW Time (11pm Qld Time) at Jack Evans Boat Harbour.

Adult Only NYE Options

NYE options for adults abound. Some options give partygoers the ability to flit from one place to another, whilst other options are more based around spending the night in the one location. In the mix here you will find nightclubs as well as pubs and taverns and a few other options. Take your pick.

• DreamWorld - Have planned a real Over 18s adrenalin pumpin' Rock n Ride Party dubbed AMPED. Gates open 7pm 31 Dec 2009 and close at 1am 1 Jan 2010. You can even get your transfers from Gold Coast or Brisbane. More information about DreamWorld New Years Eve Party 2009.
• Clock Hotel - Welcome in the New Year at the Clock Hotel’s NYE Party with live DJ entertainment, canapés & drinks. Clock Hotel is near Chevron Renaissance at 3282 Surfers Paradise Blvd. Make sure you book (07) 5539 0344.
• Club Helensvale - Typical club NYE. Enjoy dinner and entertainment with Wayne Sealy playing hits from 70s, 80s, 90s and today. Club Helensvale is at 20 to 28 Discovery Drive, Helensvale.
• Cocktails & Dreams Nightclub Enjoy the party at one of the Coast’s largest multi-level commercial dance clubs. Bookings on the door on the night, be early! Cocktails and Dreams is at The Mark, Orchid Ave, Surfers.
• D’Arcy Arms - Set menu and of course the best Guiness around! To be sure, the best place to welcome in the 2010 with some Irish cheer! D'Arcy Arms is at 2923 Gold Coast Highway, Cnr Fredrick St. Not sure if you need to book, check it out.
  
• Elsewhere Bar - Party away 2009 and start 2010 as you intend to continue! Entertainment by Ben Abrahams, Giv, DJKhris, Katharine & Stretch. Elsewhere is at 23 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise. I understand there are no bookings but you probably have to be there early to get in.
• Melbas Arabian Nights - 2 fully themed Arabian rooms, a 5 course tasting menu & resident DJs until 5am. Bookings required. Melbas on the Park is at 46 Cavill Ave, Surfers.
• QDeck - Perfect place to watch the Surfers Paradise fireworks display from QDeck and be entertained by Honey & DJ Maly. Bookings essential.
• Shooters Lounge Bar & Nightclub Entertainment includes DJ acts Marshal Ace, Tredman, Brett Allen and more. Bookings required. Shooters is at 26 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise.
  
• The Avenue - Great Surfers venue to celebrate New Year’s Eve good food and live music.
  The Avenue is at 4 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise.
• The Drink Nightclub - Indulge in some of the coasts best Dance, top 40 and RnB music whilst dancing up a storm. Bookings required be there at The Drink Nightclub, 4 Orchid Avenue, Surfers
• The Ruby Tramp - Crowd pleasing entertainment from Melbourne - Gloves. Means nothing to me, but if it is for you make sure you book at get to The Ruby Tramp 4 Orchid Avenue, Surfers
• Titanium Bar - NYE feeling like a high roller at the casino? This is your place! With Showgirls and live entertainment to celebrate the New Year. Bookings required for Titanium Bar 30-34 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise.
• Southport Workers Club - Free NYE show at 8pm with the Chevrolets. Southport Wprkers Club is on Scarborough Street, Southport next to Transit Centre.
• Surfers Paradise Beer Garden - Entertainment by local artist Venus Envy. Surfers Beer Garden is at cnr Cavill Mall & Orchid Ave. Bookings at the door on the night, so I guess be there early!
• Surfers Paradise RSL - Party and welcome 2010 with rock and roll band and guest comedian. Surfers RSL is at 9 Beach Road Surfers Paradise.
• Surfers Paradise Surf Life Saving Club - Party like an Egyptian this New Years Eve and help send their team to the World Surf Life Saving Championships in Egypt. Partying for a good cause - what a way to send out 2009. Surfers SLSC is at Cnr Hanlan St & The Esplanade. Make sure you book. (07) 5531 5966
• Wicked Club Crawl New Years Eve 2009/10 - Party with over 1500 people from around the globe with the largest New Years Eve party on the Gold Coast, or so they say! You will visit Shooters Lounge Bar & Nightclub, CD’s, Cocktails & Dreams, Sin City and The Bedroom. Cost is $100 per person, bookings essential. Book here.
  

New Year's Eve Balls & Formal Parties

Palazzo Versace probably has the most famous of these balls.

In 2009 the theme is Unmasked!

To get the most out of this party you are best to make a real night of it and stay there!

It is a very exclusive affair.

Other potential options are balls at:

• Jupiters Casino
• Sheraton Mirage Gold Coast.

I'll keep you posted!

New Year's Eve Parties and Dinners

There are several options for enjoying a good dinner with great company in a fabulous location here are some ideas:

• Chelos Restaurant at Radisson Palm Meadows - NYE 2009 Buffet Dinner with music and dancing till late! Adults $120, Children (5 - 15 years) $60 and Under 5s $25.
• Hotel Watermark & Spa, Surfers Paradise - New Years Eve celebrations from $79.00 for Adults and $39.50 for Children 4 t0 12 years. Celebrate from 8pm to12pm. The price includes full International Buffet, beer wine and soft drink and the full celebration. There are two countdowns one at 11pm (for our NSW friends) and one at midnight!
• Hyatt Sanctuary Cove - The Hyatt at Sanctuary Cove have it sorted for parents with kids! The kids can go and enjoy Camp Hyatt NYE celebrations with dinner, music and activities till 1am! Whilst the parents can enjoy a dinner and celebration of their own. Even better when you combine this with a stay at the hotel.
• SeaWorld Resort Shoreline Restaurant - They have a special NYE dinner and celebration till 9pm. I guess to be family friendly.
• Sheraton Mirage Gold Coast - Spend a mellow New Year's Eve in the Breaker Bar listening to live singing and resident pianist. Tickets are $70 and include arrival hors d'oeuvres, choice of cocktails and ultimate views to two sessions of private resort fireworks.

Gold Coast New Years Eve Fireworks Video

NYE fireworks in Gold Coast are held in several locations and at different times to enable the younger children to enjoy them before midnight. Main fireworks are at Surfers Paradise. Great viewing options include the beach and high rise buildings. Here is a video of last year's fireworks!

New Years Eve Brisbane

If you are not going to be on the Gold Coast, or if you want to find something else, here are some options in Brisbane.

Family Friendly Fireworks at Brisbane South Bank Parklands.

The entire South Bank precinct is transformed for the Streets New Year's Eve Party. Celebrate from 3pm. Live music, an all-ages dance party, free movies, a fairground and two spectacular fireworks displays at 8:30pm and midnight on the Brisbane River. The most popular locations to view the fireworks and enjoy the party throughout the Parklands are:

• Streets Beach - bring your cozzie
• Clem Jones Promenade - get in early for the best viewing position.
• Little Stanley Street - featuring live bands playing jazz, gypsy, samba and more.
• Suncorp Piazza - be prepared to dance!
• Cultural Forecourt - carnival rides, fairy floss, competitions for the kids and family-friendly movies

Brisbane New Years Eve Balls and Parties

The following events are a selection of the adult new years eve party options in Brisbane.

• Titanic Ball
  Where: City Hall Brisbane Ann Street, Brisbane.
  5 party zones at City Hall. Entertainment from Hot Sauce, Miles from Nowhere, Me and Mr Jones, Bandoake, DJ Bill King and Tuffy Limited. Tickets $145 each Dress - Black Tie Formal. Prizes for Titanic 1912 dress. Doors open 7.30 pm closes 1.00am. All Inclusive Food and Drinks and a free pass to the Eagle Farm Race Day Reunion on Saturday 2 January 2010
• NYE at Zuri
  Where: Zuri Lounge Bar and Dining 1/367 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane
  Zuri is one of the most decadent venues in Brisbane! This new years eve they play host to glamour club brand, Hed Kandi. Enjoy the music and Hed Kandi Angels. Dress code "Glitter, Glamour, Sparkle". Doors open 6.30pm closes 5.00am. So party all night! Tickets selling fast. Check out more details at zuri.com.au.
• Byblos Bar
  Where: Byblos Bar, Shop 7.13 39 Hercules St, Hamilton, Brisbane
  2nd year for this event. Party starts 8.00pm. Substantial canape menu, premium drinks including cocktails and spirits. Live entertainment, including DJ Sparkles. Enjoy the fireworks at 9pm and gain at midnight. Shuttle bus running to the Valley and the City from 12 Midnight to 3am. Tickets $185.00 from the venue.
• Billionaire New Year's Eve 2009 Masquerade Ball
  Where: Rosies on Edward 235 Edward Street, Brisbane
  Something completely different from Zuri! Pop, Rock and Punk! Party at a Brisbane alternative music spot. Featuring The Amity Affliction, Burning Empires, Headwound The Pony, Fall Out Boy DJs. If you dress to the masquerade ball theme you could be in the running for free drinks and giveaways. Doors open 7pm. Get your tickets early.

Please note, that whilst all care is taken to ensure the details are correct, things change. So please double check with the venues to ensure you are not disappointed or miss out on booking.

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