‘Tis the season, and with Christmas in the rearview mirror, it’s time to shift focus onto the next holiday. Another new year is on the horizon, so now is the perfect time to start planning and ensure your final 2026 schedule is packed with festivities. With plenty of local activities to choose from, there’s something for everyone and every budget to welcome 2027.
New Year’s Eve Disco Party
Leave the kids at home and dance your way to midnight at Kedron-Wavell’s NYE Disco Party! With music from The JSB, you won’t want to miss one of the area’s biggest parties; you can even win prizes throughout the night and get 2027 off to a flying start.
- Where: Kedron-Wavell, 21 Kittyhawk Drive in the Blue Pacific Showroom
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 8:30 pm – 12:30 am
Late Night Delight
If you don’t want to go home once the bells have finished ringing, you can keep the party going. Kedron-Wavell’s Late Night Delight starts at midnight for your chance to keep the party going until the early hours of the morning. What better way to start 2027 than with a euphoric dance party!
- Where: Kedron-Wavell, 21 Kittyhawk Drive in the Kittyhawk Room
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 12 am – 3 am
Family Fun New Year’s Eve at The Sands Bowlo
Wave 2026 into the sunset with the entire family and enjoy a wholesome evening of family fun, complete with lawn games and a petting zoo. You can snack on Bowlo bites and enjoy the vibes. It is a ticketed event, though, so book as soon as you can to avoid missing out. It gives the kids a great chance to participate, and there’s still plenty of time to tuck them into bed before midnight rolls around.
- Where: The Sands Bowlo at 7 Burnett Pl, Sandgate
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 5 pm – 9 pm
Italian Style! ANFE New Year’s Eve
DJ Ennio is putting on a New Year’s Eve show for the Italian Style 2026 sendoff hosted by ANFE Italian Club.
Tickets are $160 for members and $175 for non-members, and the ticket includes entertainment by DJ Ennio and a four-course meal. Of course, you’ll receive Prosecco on arrival and a sparkling wine to toast the midnight heralding of 2027. Plus, a midnight snack. If you enjoy Italian food and love dancing, this might be the perfect choice for your evening. Just make sure you book your tickets.
- Where: AFNE Italian Club at 429 Stafford Road
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 6:30 pm – 1 am
Aspley Hornets Presents New Year’s 2027 Eve Event
This outdoor event is a great choice for the whole family. There are drinks, dining options, and live entertainment for all ages. Don’t miss out on the spectacular fireworks display organised to close the evening; it’s one of the hottest spots to spend New Year’s Eve.
- Where: Aspley Hornets Football Club
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 4 pm – 8:30 pm, fireworks at 8 pm
Trivia by Moonlight
If you’re looking for a quieter night that lets you get home in time to celebrate at midnight, this moonlight trivia evening at the Full Moon Hotel may be the perfect match. This is their typical weekly quiz night, but keep your eyes on this event. Last year they extended it into a proper NYE celebration, so it may get another update closer to the time if this is something you wish had more festive flair.
- Where: Full Moon Hotel
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 8 pm – 11 pm
Morning Melodies
You don’t need to wait for the evening to enjoy New Year’s Eve. If you are looking for a daytime event, there is a particularly entertaining option with vocalist and guitarist Tracy Vaughan. Grab a show, head for lunch, and take a nap before your NYE evening festivities kick off.
- Where: The Sands Social, 50 Keogh Street
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
Scarecrow: The Mellencamp Show
If you’re looking to rock your way to midnight, the Brighton Beach Hotel has you covered. Sit back and enjoy an evening of John Mellencamp hits, played live by the popular band Scarecrow. There’s also plenty of party favourites on the set list and rock classics to enjoy as the countdown ticks closer to midnight. In addition to a rocking night, your ticket includes a drink on arrival.
- Where: Brighton Beach Hotel
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 8 pm – 12:30 am
New Years at Scarborough Beach Bar
Just a short drive away, you can celebrate New Year’s Eve by the waterfront at Scarborough Beach Bar, with drinks, dancing and a lively party atmosphere. Enjoy optional bottomless drinks and share plates packages for $90 per person, or simply book a table and join the celebrations.
- Where: Scarborough Beach Bar, Scarborough
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: until 1 am
Emo Night
Or, if you want to relive the early 2000s, revel in your youth and you’re willing to travel a little further, consider The Brightside’s big NYE Broke AF Emo Night in Fortitude Valley. This one is an all-night affair, so there’s no need to worry about late-night plans; The Brightside has you well and truly covered.
- Where: The Brightside, 27 Warner St, Fortitude Valley
- When: Thursday, 31 December 2026
- Time: 8 pm – 3 am
Looking for something a little different and interested in heading into Brisbane? Why not take a look at The Star Brisbane’s annual New Year’s Eve masquerade ball? Tickets include canapés and a three-course meal, as well as a four-hour luxury beverage package so you can celebrate all night long.
What activities are you planning this New Year’s Eve? Share with us in the comments below. Or, if you’re planning an event this December 31st, drop the details so we can add it to the list.
