Plan your NYE

What you need to know

More than a million people will be making their way into the city and surrounds for the celebrations. A little organisation can make a night to remember. See fireworks times and the full event program.

Vantage points

Watch the fireworks from one of these viewing areas on the harbour.

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Commuters waiting for a train.

Public transport

Thousands of extra services will run. Public transport stops may have moved and you won’t be able to walk on some roads.

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Aerial view of crowded streets

Road closures

Details on road closures and parking restrictions on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

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Visiting Sydney

Sydney welcomes visitors from all over Australia and the world throughout the year.

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A live band plays to dancing partygoers at an indoor venue.

Events

From the harbourside to the dancefloor, there’s plenty on offer to bring in 2023. Your options for the biggest night of the year.

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Numerous sailing boats moored at a marina on Sydney Harbour.

Boating

Setting sail and dropping your anchor somewhere in the harbour can be a fun way to experience the night. Read what you need to know if you’re planning to be on a boat.

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