New Year's Eve at Darwin Waterfront

New Year’s Eve at Darwin Waterfront is set to be a night of family festivities with a packed line-up of local talent, two firework displays, a neon disco for the kids and a New Year's themed show from Liquid Light.

New Year's Eve at Darwin Waterfront is a free event, and no ticket is required.

Picnics are welcome. This year's event is alcohol & smoke free.

General Event Information
- Entry opens at 3pm, with entertainment commencing from 5pm
- This event is free and no ticket is required
- Entry is via Kitchener Drive, Darwin Convention Centre porte cachere, or Anchorage Court
- Access to all restaurants remains open
- No alcohol is permitted within the event area
- Picnics are welcome, however food trucks will be available
Parking & Public Transport
Parking:
- Parking is available across Darwin Waterfront and the CBD.
- Multi-storey carpark: will remain open for the duration of the event, however will close once it is at capacity.
- Darwin Convention Centre underground carpark: Parking is available at the Darwin Convention Centre and is free of charge.
- On-street parking: All on-street parking will be available. Please abide by parking signs and do not park on verges or footpaths.
- Stokes Hill Wharf: Carparking for Wharf patrons only.
Disability Access & Parking
- Pick up and drop off is available from Darwin Convention Centre or along Anchorage Court.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I pack a picnic or bring food into the event? Yes! You can bring a picnic, however no alcohol is permitted. Patrons are encouraged to bring a water bottle to re-fill at the Power and Water hydration stations throughout the event. Food vendors will also be on-site providing delicious and affordable food options.
- Will I be able to purchase food and drink? Yes! Food trucks will be available on the night and will be located on Kitchener Drive. We encourage cashless transactions for this event.
- Can I BYO? No. New Year’s Eve at Darwin Waterfront is an alcohol-free event and no alcohol will be allowed within the public realm. Waterfront restaurants and bars will be open if you wish to consume alcohol within a licensed venue.
- Can I bring any seating? Yes! Picnic rugs and low lying seating is welcome.
- Can I bring my dog? No. We recommend leaving your furry friend at home.
- Do I need a ticket? No. New Year’s Eve at Darwin Waterfront is a free, public event.
- What time are the firework displays? We have two firework displays, one at 9pm and another at midnight.
- What happens if it rains? Pack a poncho, the event will proceed if it rains. There will be no undercover areas to retreat to. Make sure you’ve liked Darwin Waterfront on Facebook to stay up-to-date on any weather or event announcements. Should there be storm activity, the performance times may change.
- Can I smoke at this event? No. New Year’s Eve at Darwin Waterfront is a smoke-free event.
- Can I order takeaway from a restaurant?Restaurants will be at capacity with pre-bookings and takeaway orders will be very limited.

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Australian Defence Force Training

By Yasmine Welsh • July 16, 2025

Australian and United States military personnel will conduct training as part of Exercise Talisman Sabre in the Darwin port area from mid-to-late July 2025. Exercise Talisman Sabre is Australia’s largest bilateral exercise with the US and it officially commenced with the opening ceremony in Sydney on Sunday, 13 July 2025. This essential training is vital to maintain Australia’s world-class military capability. Exercise Talisman Sabre training activities will be conducted during the day and night. You may hear and see watercraft, military vehicles, helicopters and unmanned aerial systems, as well as military personnel carrying weapons and using blank ammunition. You should not be alarmed if you hear or see any of the above. The Australian Defence Force is working closely with the Northern Territory Government, City of Darwin Council, Northern Territory Police Force, media outlets and other emergency services to keep you informed about what is occurring. Should residents become concerned about any activity observed during this training exercise, they may contact the Defence Joint Operations Support Services – Northern Territory team via email at joss.nt@defence.gov.au.