Schedule
Times for the night
so you can enjoy every moment.
Event program
Event program
7.30pm
Smoking Ceremony
An Elder performs a sacred Smoking Ceremony, as a sign of respect for Traditional Custodians past and present and to welcome all visitors onto Gadigal land.

8.30pm
Pylon projections and lighting effects
Projections enliven the Sydney Harbour Bridge pylons throughout the night. Lighting effects on the eastern side dazzle the harbour foreshore.

9pm
Welcome to Country fireworks
Curated by First Nations artist Blak Douglas, the family friendly show features projections of dancers, whale and eel totems, a fireworks display, an exclusive soundtrack and a hip-hop performance.

Midnight
Fireworks
See Sydney shine in spectacular fashion. The display features pyrotechnic effects launched from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and barges in the harbour. Watch a live stream or tune in to the synchronised simulcast on KIIS 1065.
