The year has flown by, and soon, we’ll be counting down to the fireworks and celebrating the start of 2024. If you haven’t made plans yet, Melbourne is full of wonderful places for you to dance the night away. Sip on free-flowing drinks, move and groove on the dancefloor, and watch the spectacular fireworks at these lovely venues. In no particular order, here are some excellent New Year’s Eve parties around Melbourne.
1. Fed Square
Fed Square will have a free program of entertainment on the Main Stage, with plenty of DJs to help you dance your way into the new year. You’ll also find special dining and entertainment packages around Fed Square, so there’s plenty of New Year’s Eve parties for you to join in the heart of Melbourne. Then, at midnight, feel surrounded by the fireworks. See more here.
đSwanston St & Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
2. Arbory Afloat and Arbory Bar & Eatery
On New Yearâs Eve, Arbory is saying goodbye to 2023 with an epic âTulum Jungle Partyâ. Inspired by electric parties held in jungles on the YucatĂĄn coast, this special event will feature plenty of eating, drinking, dancing and music. Enjoy incredible views of the fireworks, as well as performances from The Huxleys and Discordia. Doors open at 6pm, and the venue closes at 1am. Tickets start from $250. Find more details here.
2 Flinders Walk, Melbourne VIC 3000
3. Yarra Botanica
Take in some of the best views of the fireworks from this floating pontoon bar. Yarra Botanica will keep you happily busy with DJs, a roaming sax player and surprise entertainment. There’s also a four hour beverage package, including spritz, spirits, wine, sparkling and beer. Graze on roaming canapes through the night and check out a charcuterie board with local produce. Then, when midnight strikes, see the magnificent fireworks from the heart of the Yarra. First release tickets are $250. Learn more here.
Southbank Promenade, Southbank VIC 3006
4. HER
Multi-level hospitality venue HER is going all out and throwing a night to remember for New Yearâs Eve. There’s three different ways for you to celebrate. Head up to the rooftop and party under the stars in your metallic best. Indulge in a four-course dinner with drinks at HER Bar. Or ring in the new year with DJs in the Music Room. Tickets are required for Her Rooftop and Her Bar, while walk-ins are fine for the Music Room. Learn more here.
270 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
5. Riverland Bar
Head to the banks of the Yarra and enjoy a spectacular evening at Riverland Bar. Doors open at 6pm with drinks available for purchase, and the food and drinks package will run from 8pm to 12:30am. Enjoy unlimited beer, wine, bubbles and house spirits, as well as a selection of canapes to get you through the night. DJ Gav Campbell will be playing tunes from 8pm. General admission tickets are $195. Learn more here.
Federation Wharf 1-9 Melbourne, VIC 3000
6. QT Melbourne
End the year with glitz and glamour at The Rooftop at QT. Graze on luxurious canapes, freshly shucked oysters, a barbecue, a live rotisserie and a late-night dessert station. Pair it with an abundance of flowing sparkling, wines and premium beverages. There will be DJs on rotation, so you can dance your way into 2024. When the clock strikes midnight, gaze at the spectacular fireworks. General admission tickets are $300, and the party starts at 6:30pm. See more here.
133 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
7. Trinket
Trinket on Flinders Lane is shimmering into 2024 with their All That Glitters NYE Party. Look forward to a four hour drinks package, with beer, wine, spirits and soft drinks, as well as a selection of roaming canapes. Listen to DJs from 8pm, and have fun with roaming drag queens from 9pm until midnight. The person with the glitziest outfit will receive a Magnum of Champagne to take home. Cheers to that! Tickets start from $150 per person. Learn more here.
87 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
8. Fortress Melbourne
Love gaming? Spend your New Yearâs Eve at Fortress Melbourne. There will be four themed zones across two levels. Check out the Cyberpunk, Medieval, Sci-Fi and 80s sections, and look forward to live DJs and entertainment. There will be a 360° photobooth and professional photography, as well as prizes for best dressed. Sip on themed cocktails, and have a blast with free board game hire, free PC play and more. Tickets range from $25 to $35. Learn more here.
Shop 25/23 Caledonian Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
9. Garden State Hotel and Tippy-Tay
Garden State Hotel has a few different options to try. If you don’t want to commit, their Garden Party is the place for you. Open to walk-ins only, this event includes drink specials through the night, DJs and a saxophonist, and re-entry for free after the fireworks.
For something more official, head to the Rose Garden and celebrate at their New Year’s Eve Retro Party. This nostalgic event includes live music, dancing, a four-hour beverage package and roaming 90s-inspired canapes. Tickets start from $115 per person.
Finally, for the food lovers, Tippy Tay is doing an incredible four-course Italian banquet. Indulge in a hearty feast, accompanied by a three hour beverage package. There will also be live music. Tickets are $185 per person, or $125 for non-drinkers.
101 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
10. The Trust
The Trust is channelling the vibes of New York’s Studio 54 with a night of fashion, music and art. Enter the revolving door and discover a good, old-fashioned party, filled with shimmering lights, roving canapes, flowing bubbles and pumping tunes. Tickets include a four hour beverage package, and the celebrations kick off at 8pm. First release tickets are $155. Learn more here.
đ405 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
11. The Q
Soar up to the 28th level of Quincy Hotel, and ring in the new year at The Q. Start the night with a signature cocktail on arrival, and take in 360-degree views of Melbourne CBD. Feast on Asian flavours throughout the night, paired with free flowing wine and beer. Then, at midnight, raise a glass of champagne and watch the fireworks. Tickets are $160 per person. See more here.
đQuincy Hotel, Level 28, 509 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
12. State of Grace
Head up to the rooftop of State of Grace, and take in epic views of the fireworks. There’s a four hour beverage package, including an hour of roaming spritzes, as well as canapes and entertainment like DJs, fire twirling performances, a magician and more. When you’re not on the roof, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or find libations in Fall from Grace. Doors open at 7:30pm, and the package starts at 8. First release tickets are $170. See more here.
đ27 King St, Melbourne VIC 3000
13. Melbourne Skydeck
Treat yourself to one of the highest New Year’s Eve parties in the city at Melbourne Skydeckâs Disco in the Sky. At 88 floors above sea level, youâll see the iconic Melbourne fireworks from a whole new perspective. There will be an all-inclusive drinks package throughout the evening, as well as curated canapes and access to the Edge and Voyager Theatre. DJ Baitz will be there spinning old and new disco tunes. Check it out from 8pm to 1am. Tickets start at $250 per person.
7 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC 3006
14. Marvel Stadium
Spend your New Yearâs Eve at Marvel Stadium. There’s a couple of different options to choose from. Pop into the Victory Room for a free event that’s suitable for adults and children. Celebrate with food, entertainment and activities, including AFL AusKick, then enjoy great views of the fireworks. It’s open from 6pm to 1am.
For an adults-only event, check out The Cocktail Party. Look out over the harbour from the Medallion Club Terrace Bar, and dance to an epic DJ set. Enjoy roaming canapes and enjoy drinks like champagne, wine and beer. Of course, at midnight, you’ll have amazing views of the fireworks. The party kicks off at 6:30pm. Tickets are $169.69. Learn more here.
740 Bourke St, Docklands VIC 3008
15. Harbour Kitchen
Welcome the new year at this stunning waterfront venue in Docklands. At Harbour Kitchen, you can look forward to sensational views, as well as delectable feasts and premium drinks. There will be DJs and dancing, as well as photobooths and party favours. Final release tickets are $190. See here for more.
đShop1 800 Bourke Street Waterside of, NAB, Docklands VIC 3008
16. H2ohâs Sunset on the Bay
Head to Port Melbourne for one of the most renowned New Yearâs Eve parties. Two venues, Waterfront on the Pier and Campari, have come together for this epic sunset celebration. Dance the night away and let loose with a 6.5 hour drinks package. Enjoy light cocktail food, and enjoy sweeping views of Port Phillip Bay and the stunning fireworks. Tickets for H2oh’s Sunset on the Bay start from $160. See more here.
11 Waterfront Pl, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
17. St Kilda Sea Baths
Head to St Kilda Sea Baths for a fantastic end-of-year celebration by Better In Colour. Captain Baxter, Sea Baths Rooftop, Republica and Encore will open for the festivities. Watch the final sunset of 2023, and enjoy two hours of complimentary basic drinks from 4pm to 6pm. There will also be canapes, and over 30 DJs across four rooms. Ring in the New Year by the iconic beach, and watch the fireworks in the distance. Final release tickets cost $175 plus booking fee. Learn more here.
10/10-18 Jacka Blvd, St Kilda VIC 3182
18. Hotel Esplanade
The Espy has two different New Year’s Eve parties for you to try just outside of Melbourne. Have a party in the Main Bar, and enjoy a 3.5 hour drinks package, as well as grazing bites, entertainment and DJs. General tickets are $175 per person.
Otherwise, pop into Ghost Bar for an intimate experience, and graze on canapes, oysters and drinks. You’ll also enjoy access to all other rooms at The Espy, as well as a complimentary champagne at midnight. Tickets are $210 per person.
11 The Esplanade, St Kilda VIC 3182
19. The Provincial
This venue in Fitzroy is throwing a multi-level celebration, so there’s two packages to choose from. The Rooftop Package includes four hours of drinks, as well as roaming canapes, a dessert station and DJs until 1am. Meanwhile, the Ground Package includes two hours of drinks, DJs until 3am and a DIY taco station. Both options include midnight toast and confetti cannons. The Rooftop option is from $149, while the Ground option is $49. Find out more about The Provincial here.
đ299 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065
20. The Continental Sorrento
Not looking for New Yearâs Eve parties in Melbourne? Swap city views for the seaside and escape to Sorrento. The Conti is ringing in the new year with an extravagant, Havana Night-themed celebration. The entire precinct will come alive with music, food, dance and vibrant colours. The party starts at 7pm, with a 5-hour inclusive package of food and free-flowing drinks by the sea. There will be roaming performers around the venue. Tickets cost $350. See more here.
1-21 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento, Victoria, 3943, Sorrento