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NEW YEAR’S EVE 2026

Thursday 31st December 2026 | 5PM - 2AM

MIDNIGHT LOOKS BETTER FROM HERE.

This year, we’re taking over the waterfront for one massive night of huge DJs, packed dancefloors, roaming entertainment and non-stop energy from the final sunset of 2026 right through to the first hours of 2027. 

One massive night. One unbeatable backdrop.
See you at midnight.

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DJ Lineup:

LITTLE FRITTER

COSMO'S MIDNIGHT (DJ SET)

WONGO - KESSIN - ARIANNA SUNSHINE

FITZPERC - MOLLY ROBERTS

We’re bringing a stacked lineup to the Bay for a night made for the dancefloor. 

From sunset sessions and hands-in-the-air anthems to the midnight countdown and the first tracks of 2027, expect the music to keep moving across the venue all night long. 

Nine DJs. One waterfront party. No slowing down.

General Admission Tickets | 5PM - 2AM

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THE WATERFRONT PARTY

Get right amongst it with General Admission access to the Beach Club, where the waterfront becomes the dancefloor for one huge New Year’s Eve.

Your General Admission ticket includes:
 - Two complimentary drink vouchers - collect your vouchers before 8PM and redeem them throughout the night on selected drinks.
- Access to the Beach Club
- Waterfront dancefloor
- DJs from 5PM until late
- Waterfront bars
- New Year’s Eve atmosphere from sunset to midnight and beyond
- One of Sydney’s most iconic harbourside locations for the biggest night of the year
 

Get in early for sunset. Find your crew. Hit the dancefloor.
Come early. Stay late. Dance your way into 2027.

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VIP Tickets | 6PM - 2AM

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NEW YEAR'S EVE, LEVELLED UP

If there was ever a night to go all out, this is it.
Our VIP Experience takes New Year’s Eve at Watsons to another level, with exclusive access to Top Deck, Mid Deck and the Sunset Room and some of the best views in the house when midnight hits.

Your VIP ticket includes:
- Exclusive access to Top Deck, Mid Deck & Sunset Room
- Sydney Harbour views and a premier vantage point for the midnight fireworks
- Three-hour premium beverage package from 6PM – 9PM
- Exclusive food experience stations
- Private VIP bars
- Private VIP dancefloors
- Roaming entertainment throughout the evening
- Photo moments throughout the venue
 - Full venue access so you can move between the main party and your VIP spaces throughout the night
- DJs from 6PM until late
 

Start with sunset drinks. Stay for midnight. Finish on the dancefloor.
This is your excuse to go all out.

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GETTING TO & FROM WATSONS ON NYE

New Year’s Eve is one of Sydney’s busiest nights of the year, so we strongly recommend planning your journey in advance and allowing additional travel time.
Road closures and changes to public transport are expected across Sydney throughout the evening.
For guests leaving Watsons Bay after the event, ferry services are scheduled to operate:
WATSONS BAY → ROSE BAY
1:10AM & 2:10AM
WATSONS BAY → MANLY
1:30AM
Please note that seating is not reserved, and all ferry services operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
Further information regarding public transport schedules, road closures and travel arrangements will be provided closer to the event date.

Terms & Conditions

Bookings are essential. This is an 18+ years event, with no minors allowed. Tickets are limited, so please act quickly to make sure you don't miss out. Menu subject to change. Beverage package includes select drinks.

Humanitix is the only authorised ticket seller unless otherwise stated on our website. Purchasing tickets from unauthorised sellers puts you at risk of receiving fake, invalid, or previously canceled tickets, which may result in being denied entry to the event. If purchasing resale tickets, use official Humanitix channels to ensure their validity.

Conditions of Entry

This event is strictly 18+ and all guests will be required to present valid ID. Minors are not permitted. All ticket holders are required to present a booking confirmation and proof of ID. The venue has a strict ‘no-smoking’ policy. All smokers are required to do so in the allocated areas. Pass outs (re-entry) to the event is permitted, provided you have a wristband and ID to be checked at the point of exit and entry.

Patrons who are suspected to be intoxicated, under the influence of drugs will be subject to being removed in accordance with RSA. The venue reserves the right to refuse entry or remove patrons who are inappropriately attired or behaving in an inappropriate od disorderly manner. This is an all-weather event and will proceed regardless of conditions. Please be aware of scam tickets and only buy resale tickets via Humanitix.

Watsons Bay Hotel practices the responsible service of alcohol.