Your ultimate guide to New Year’s Eve in Adelaide
Still trying to work out your plans tonight? We’ve got a round-up of the best of what’s on – and what’s not.
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The age-old New Year’s Eve tradition of kissing a stranger at midnight might be a no-go, but South Australians are still looking forward to counting down to 2021.
In fact, many cannot wait to do their COVID-19 check in at a restaurant or hotel on December 31.
Fireworks across the city are cancelled but some council areas are still setting them off tonight – here’s a list.
Because of restrictions, bookings are essential for most functions and many have already sold out – such as those at new hotel SkyCity Adelaide’s rooftop bar and restaurant, Sol, and 2KW.
But recognising people’s need to officially see the last of 2021 and spend time with family and friends, a number of establishments are hosting NYE events from lunchtime.
They include Sparkke at the Whitmore, which co-founder Rose Kentish said was catering to those seeking “gentle fun – which is something we all need”.
Booked out for lunch, the popular city venue is still taking bookings for its two NYE dinners.
“This year New Year’s Eve is about being with people you love to bits,” Ms Kentish said, adding celebrations at Sparkke would feel “like a big warm hug”.
Here’s 21 places to go in Adelaide to celebrate the start of 2021:
CITY
1/ Adelaide Strikers v Perth Scorchers New Year’s Eve Big Bash League 10 Blockbuster
Adelaide Oval, North Adelaide
6.45pm. Tickets: from $5 for kids, $22 for adults and $44 for family. Must be purchased in advance online. No gate sales.
Book here
2/ NYE 2020 at The District!
The District at SkyCity, North Terrace, Adelaide
From 6pm. Free entry.
Adelaide’s newest two-level live music venue will have a concert featuring Dusty Lee & Co, Pirate Life x The District brews and food available.
More info here
3/ NYE Party 2020
The Gatsby Lounge,
Grenfell St, Adelaide
From 6pm. $99 per person
Take your pick from a six-course executive chef’s set menu plus unlimited premium drinks for 1½ hours (at either 5.45pm or 7.30pm sittings) or unlimited premium drinks and bar food from 9pm until midnight.
Book here
4/ Mary’s Tropicool New Years Eve Party
Mary’s Poppin, Synagogue Place, Adelaide
From 9pm. $30 per person.
Face it, 2020 has been a bit of a drag and that’s why this popular club’s heading to Hawaii for NYE. Dress to impress in tropicool outfits for DJ entertainment and shows including a midnight spectacular.
Book here
Sparkke The World
Sparkke at the Whitmore, Morphett St, Adelaide has two options for which tickets are still available:
5/ Pol in the Park Dinner
From 7pm
$80 per person
Tickets to this rooftop event include a drink on arrival – choose from a glass of Pol Roger bubbles, gin and tonic, a flight of Sparkke beer or Summer of Love Spritz – and your choice of one of four different types of luxury burgers and tapas. Plus DJ.
6/ Sparkke’s Graze Away 2020 Dinner
From 7.30pm
$150 per person for dinner plus $50 for wine pairing upgrade
Enjoy three hours of feasting: canape platters, cheeses, antipasto, salads, low and slow protein and a selection of desserts in Sparkke’s courtyard garden and restaurant. You’ll be shouted to a drink on arrival – as above – with the option of upgrade your dining to a full wine pairing by Rose Kentish.
Book for both here
NORTH
7/ NYE Party @ GGs
The Grove, Golden Grove Rd, Surrey Downs. From midday. Free entry.
It’s strictly first in, best dressed for this celebration where there will be drinks specials all day including $10 espresso martinis and $20 cocktail jugs, plus DJ Troy playing from 9pm.
More info here
8/ NYE with Mr Jones
The Gully, North East Rd, Tea Tree Gully
From 8pm. $150 per person.
Prepare to party in style with a four-hour drinks package – including a cocktail on arrival – and canape platters, live jazz and flapper dancers. Plus, group bookings of 10 receive a bottle of G. H. Mumm to share.
Book here
EAST
9/ White Party with Mr Buzzy – Top of the Ark
Arkaba Hotel, Glen Osmond Rd, Fullarton
7.30pm. $99 per person.
Treat yourself to a two-course dinner, three-hour drinks package and a show with Mr Buzzy, DJ and a balloon drop at midnight.
Book here
10/ NYE 2020 – Dinner & Drinks at The Col
The Colonist, The Parade, Norwood
Tapas, traditional pub grub and restaurant-style meals will be on the all-day A La Carte menu. There will also be happy hour from 4pm to 6pm when you can shout yourself – and your party pals – $11 premium G & Ts, $4 off bottles of wine and more.
Book here
11/ New Year’s Eve Pre-drinks
Torrens Arms Hotel, Belair Rd, Kingswood
From 5pm.
Come to the courtyard for pre-drinks or a low-key NYE. There will be acoustic tunes from by Nick Deegan, $6 pints on all tap beer from 5pm to 7pm and $10 espresso martinis.
Book here
SOUTH
12/ New Year’s Eve Lantern Party in the Garden
Marion Hotel, Marion Rd, Mitchell Park
From 8pm.
Get ready for DJs, late night Asian eats and drink specials including frozen slushies at $40 per person for entry and four beverages. Or get the gang together for an $800 booth package for 10 people which includes entry, a bottle of Grey Goose vodka and a bottle of 79 Degrees gin, plus mixers, garnishes and late night Asian snacks. Or there’s...
13/ NYE in The Shed at Marion Hotel
From 7.15pm.
Watch the Adelaide Strikers take on the Perth Scorchers in the Big Bash Cricket NYE match in a family friendly atmosphere where the full menu and drink specials will be available.
Book here
14/ Rock ‘n’ Roll NYE with Andy and the Rockits
Tonsley Hotel, South Rd, Tonsley. $50 per person for two-course dinner and show.
Dinner is available from 5.30pm and Andy and the Rockits will be playing from 9pm to 1am.
Book here
WEST
15/ New Year’s Eve at Condesa Torrensville
Condesa Mexican Torrensville, Henley Beach Rd, Torrensville
5pm-9pm.
Get your NYE party started with a Mexican feast and pre-drinks at this much-loved meeting place, which is offering $5 off banquet bookings and $10 margaritas.
Book here
16/ Tropical Latino NYE Carnival
The Gov, Port Rd, Hindmarsh
$35 per person
Come as your favourite cocktail – think a Mojito or Pina Colada-inspired ensemble – or in a tropical outfit for a night of entertainment presented by La Bomba including a Latin band Sonyuma and Brazilian carnival parade starring Australasian Samba Queen Talita. Bash the COVID-19 pinata paced with $500 worth of prizes and goodies and celebrate the arrival of 2021 with a colourful confetti canon at midnight and more.
Tickets will not be available at the door, so be sure to secure yours now to avoid disappointment.
Booking information via SMS: 0401 811 722
17/ New Year’s Eve – Luciano’s Goes to the Italian Riviera
Luciano’s, Marina Pier, Glenelg
From 7pm. $175 per person.
Be transported to the Italian Riviera with live entertainment by Party On (a spin-off of Chunky Custard) starring Becky Bake. Enjoy a glass of G H Mumm champagne on arrival, five-course degustation featuring the favours of Italy designed by celebrity chef Adam Swanson and wines by Mr Riggs.
Book here
18/ New Year’s Eve Birthday Bash
The Mile End Hotel, Henley Beach Rd, Adelaide.
11.30am-1am
Say bye to 2020 and hi to 2021 while celebrating this historic watering hole’s 180th birthday. Treat yourself to something from the all-day menu or food and drink specials before the big balloon drop and huge birthday cake.
Book here
19/ New Year’s Eve at The Mosaic
The Mosaic Hotel, Turner Drive, West Lakes. 6.30pm-12.30am.
Prepare for a swell party at this new venue’s Gatsby themed event. There will be live music from 8pm, cocktail specials from 10pm and prized for best-dressed partygoers.
Book here
20/ See-ya 2020 New Year’s Eve 2021
The Moseley, Moseley Square, Glenelg. 4pm-2am.
DJ upstairs from 4pm and downstairs from 6pm. $20 entry from 6pm and $30 from 8pm
Tickets sold at the door only
More info here
21/ New Year’s Eve Dinner at Glenelg
Stamford Grand, Jetty Rd, Glenelg. From 7.30pm.
$165 per person plus booking fee
Welcome the New Year in the grand ballroom. There will be a glass of sparkling wine on arrival and a dinner consisting of four courses, each of which will be paired with a glass of Hentley Farm wine. Live entertainment by Point 05.
Book here
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