Where to watch fireworks on the Gold Coast for New Year’s Eve 2022

From fireworks shows, to family-friendly fun and adults only parties - this is your ultimate guide to celebrating New Year’s Eve on the Gold Coast.

Parties and gatherings are back in style for the first time since the pandemic.

And after a long year, it’s time to let your hair down and ring in 2023 – with heaps of events to help you celebrate.

From fireworks shows, to family-friendly fun and adults only parties – this is your ultimate guide to celebrating New Year’s Eve on the Gold Coast.

Fireworks shows:

New Year’s Eve disco party

When: 4pm to 8pm, Dec 31

Where: Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport

Details: Pack your picnic blanket for an afternoon and evening of live music, kids activities, food trucks, face painting and a fireworks show at 8pm. A free Gold Coast City Council event. More information here.

Seaworld Dr fireworks

When: 8pm and midnight, Dec 31

Where: Seaworld Dr, Main Beach

Details: Outdoor public fireworks display

Palm Beach fireworks

When: 8pm, Dec 31

Where: 1505 Gold Coast Hwy

Details: Outdoor public fireworks display

New Year's Eve fireworks on the Gold Coast. Picture: Sal Alas

Coomera Community NYE Fireworks Event

When: 5pm to 9pm, Dec 31

Where: Viney Park, 1 Yaun Street, Coomera

Details: This is a free, family-friendly event.

Expect food vans, amusement rides, sideshow alley, live kids entertainment, live music entertainment and fireworks at 9pm.

More information here.

Bilinga fireworks

When: 7.30pm, Dec 31

Where: North Kirra Surf Life Saving Club

Details: Public outdoor fireworks display

New Year’s Eve by the Lake

When: 5.30pm to 8.30pm, Dec 31

Where: Varsity Promenade (Lakefront Stage), 240 Varsity Parade, Varsity Lakes

Details: Enjoy live music, food trucks and kids activities set against the backdrop of the stunning Lake Orr.

There will be a fireworks finale at 8.30pm.

This free event is supported by Division 11 Councillor Hermann Vorster.

A family enjoying fireworks on New Year’s Eve. Picture: Mike Batterham

Harley Park New Year’s Eve

When: 5.30pm to 9.30pm, Dec 31

Where: Harley Park, 376 Marine Parade, Labrador

Details: Sponsored by Charis Seafood, get ready for a jam-packed night of live music from local bands, children’s rides and activities, roving performers and food trucks.

A fireworks finale will take place at 9pm.

This free event is supported by Councillor Ryan Bayldon-Lumsden.

Paradise Point fireworks

When: 9pm, Dec 31

Where: The Esplanade

Details: Public outdoor fireworks display

Southport Sharks fireworks

When: 9pm and midnight, Dec 31

Where: Corner Olsen and Musgrave Ave, Southport

Details: Public outdoor fireworks display

New Year’s Eve in Surfers Paradise

When: 7pm to midnight, Dec 31

Where: The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise

Details: Attendees will ring in the new year with two stunning fireworks displays at this beachside bash - one at 8pm and one at midnight.

There are dozens of nearby restaurants to choose from and DJ Vice will be playing this year’s biggest hits from 7pm.

This free event is run by Gold Coast City Council.

The Gold Coast skyline. Picture: Rodney Anderson Photography

New Year’s Eve in Broadbeach

When: 8pm to midnight, Dec 31

Where: Kurrawa Pratten Park, 167 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach

Details: Two fireworks displays will light up the night sky at 8pm and midnight.

Enjoy a meal at one of the many nearby restaurants.

This is a free event.

The Star Casino fireworks

When: Midnight, Dec 31

Where: 1 Casino Dr, Broadbeach

Details: Public outdoor fireworks display

Robina fireworks

When: 4pm to 9pm, Dec 31

Where: Robina Town Centre

Details: Family-friendly entertainment, rides and restaurants ready to roll from 4pm and fireworks set to illuminate Gold Coast skies at an earlier 9pm time slot.

Carnival-style rides, including a super slide, cup and saucer ride and jumping castle will keep the kids entertained alongside balloon artists, face painters and stilt walkers while a photo booth will snap the last hours of 2022.

Coolangatta New Year’s Eve fireworks

When: 9pm to midnight, Dec 31

Where: Queen Elizabeth Park, opposite 60 Marine Parade, Coolangatta

Details: Ring in 2023 with two fireworks displays at 9pm and midnight.

Have a bite to eat at nearby restaurants.

This free event is presented by Gold Coast City Council.

Street parking is limited so plan ahead.

A family watching fireworks on New Year’s Eve. Picture: Mike Batterham

Other events:

New Year’s Eve Party in the Park

When: From 4pm, Dec 31

Where: Silver Bridle Park – Molendinar

Details: This event promises to be a laid-back afternoon of family fun.

Families can enjoy live music, children’s rides, bubble fun, face painting, a jumping castle, climbing wall and more at this free party.

New Year’s Eve 80s Party

When: From 7pm, Dec 31

Where: Paradise Point Bowls Club

Details: Dust off your parachute pants and grow out a mullet.

Step back in time to 1989, featuring live entertainment from Runes, bar/bistro specials and prizes for the best dressed.

NYE at Nineteen at The Star

When: From 8pm, Dec 31

Where: The Star Gold Coast

Details: Tickets cost $180 to $220 and include a five-course set menu.

Bookings are essential and full pre-payment is required.

To book, phone [phone] or email [e-mail].

More information here.

New Year's Eve 2019 fireworks on the Gold Coast. Picture: White Space Interiors

New Year’s Eve Family Fun

When: From 4.30pm, Dec 31

Where: Mermaid Beach Tavern

Details: This one’s for the kids.

A children’s disco will kick off from 6pm and kids eat free with every main meal purchased from 5.30pm.

Book a table to secure your spot here.

New Year’s Eve at Dracula’s

When: From 7.30, Dec 31

Where: Dracula’s Cabaret, 1 Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach

Details: 15+ event. Tickets cost $170 per person and include a three-course dinner, full show, midnight countdown and glass of champagne.

Bookings essential. More information here.

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