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New Year's Eve in Brisbane 2026
New Year's Eve in Brisbane means the free fireworks on Thursday 31 December 2026, and South Bank is usually the main spot. Here's what's on that night, from Brisbane City Council's events calendar, and how to go with a group instead of on your own.
New Year's Eve events in Brisbane
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The fireworks
Lord Mayor's New Year's Eve Fireworks: Thursday 31 December 2026. They're free and you don't need to book.
Times: the council hasn't posted the 2026 times yet. Last year there were two shows, at 7.45pm and midnight, from four spots around the city, with South Bank the main one. We'll add this year's times once they're out.
Go with people
New Year's Eve is a night a lot of people don't want to spend on their own. Once Vesica is out, you'll tap “I'm going” on an event and chat with the others going, so you can meet up before the fireworks.
Questions people ask
When are the Brisbane New Year's Eve fireworks in 2026?
Thursday 31 December 2026. The council hasn't posted this year's times yet. Last year there was an early show at 7.45pm and another at midnight.
Are the New Year's Eve fireworks in Brisbane free?
Yes. The Lord Mayor's New Year's Eve Fireworks are free and you don't need to book.
Where can I watch the New Year's Eve fireworks in Brisbane?
Last year there were four spots around the city, with South Bank the main one. The council posts this year's spots closer to the night.
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