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Say goodbye to 2025 in spectacular fashion at the best New Year's Eve events in Melbourne.
And just like that, New Year’s Eve is upon us, and the hunt for the perfect celebration begins. But with so many sensational options, where do you even start?
Lucky for you, you’ve found the right spot. Whether you’re vibing to sick beats in a basement bar, dancing under the stars at a rooftop soiree, or stepping into a food and wine world of luxury and magic, we’ve curated the best New Year’s Eve events in Melbourne for a tip-top end to 2025.
Here’s where to head if you want to ring in 2026 with style, energy, and a whole lot of sparkle.
Start 2026 Bloody Well: Fitzroy’s Rooftop Recovery Session
If New Year’s Eve ends late, New Year’s Day can still end well. On Top, the newly launched rooftop at The StandardX, Melbourne, is hosting Another Bloody New Year on 1st January. Expect a welcome glass of champagne, DJ-led afternoon energy and three indulgent hours of build-your-own free-flow Bloody Marys or tequila-spiked Bloody Marias, stacked with all the classics.
Come for the cure, stay for Fitzroy’s rooftop views (and just make sure to have booked by 31st December, 2025)
Thursday 1st January, 2026; 1pm to 4pm
$190 per person, book tickets here
On Top at The StandardX, 62 Rose Street, Fitzroy
Yūgen Dining
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Yūgen, where modern Asian-inspired sophistication meets electric energy. Kick off the evening with a signature cocktail on arrival and an array of exquisite canapés, all while DJs spin disco, deep house, and progressive beats. Live entertainment keeps the vibes high as you dance your way to midnight. Whether you start the evening with dinner at Yūgen or arrive after dark, this is one NYE soirée you won’t want to miss.
Event entry from 10.30pm
$85 per person
Book here
Shop 10/605 Chapel Street, South Yarra
VIVA NYE Masquerade Party
Channelling a sultry and sassy 2026? Kick off your New Year at VIVA‘s masquerade party, and you might just get your wish. VIVA will be going all out on entertainment this year with themed spaces, each complete with roving entertainment. Float between them, mask on, of course, as you sip on your cocktail of choice. When the clock strikes midnight, you can rest assured that energy will be high as the dance party kicks into full swing!
From 6pm
$155.22
Book here
64-90 Sutton Street, Melbourne
Firebird
Darlings, this is where your New Year’s Eve takes flight. Firebird delivers bold, smoky Vietnamese-inspired brilliance that demands a toast. The vibe? Electric. Think fresh oysters with pineapple mignonette, smoked lamb croquettes and scallop carpaccio — pure, unapologetic decadence. From 5:30pm they’ll be handing over to Archie Rose for a flowing martini menu.
5.30pm to late
$88 set menu
Book here
223 High Street, Windsor
New Quarter
Begin your New Year’s Eve with the refined vibrancy of New Quarter. For lunch, the à la carte menu is a celebration in itself, but come evening, the magic unfolds with an $88 set menu. Dive into a multi-course feast of Vietnamese-inspired delights — sugarcane prawns, duck floss egg noodles, braised short rib and Vietnamese coffee creme caramel — before taking full advantage of the special Archie Rose martini menu.
12pm to late
$88 per person
Book here
Ground Level, 79 Swan Street, Richmond
Studio Amaro
Step into the pulse of Studio Amaro this New Year’s Eve, where great food and late-night energy set the tone for one unmissable celebration. DJs spin from 7pm, before Andras takes over the decks from 9pm. You can also look forward to NYE-only specials, including oysters with amaro mignonette, roast porchetta and chocolate brownies with peanut brittle, alongside Archie Rose’s exclusive martini menu, keeping the night moving well past midnight.
12pm to 12am
Book here
168 Chapel Street, Windsor
Hotel Sorrento
For a night brimming with energy, elegance, and exceptional views, look no further than Hotel Sorrento this New Year’s Eve. With four levels of entertainment, this is your ultimate destination for ringing in the New Year with style. The dress code? All white, naturally, as the venue transforms into a sophisticated playground for those in the know.
5pm to 1am
$210.61 per person general admission, $367.93 per person VIP access, $930.37 per person VVIP
Book here
5/15 Hotham Road, Sorrento
Tombo Den
This New Year’s Eve, step into the electric vibe of Tombo Den as it transports you straight to the neon-lit streets of Tokyo. The energy here is contagious, with two exclusive Setto menus designed for sharing, featuring bold Japanese flavours and carefully crafted sips.
Choose from a menu starting at $79 per person, pairing beautifully with a curated selection of sake, cocktails, beer, and wine. Enjoy the likes of spicy salmon maki, pork gyoza, charcoal chicken thighs and a strawberry and sake ice cream sundae.
From $79 per person
Book here
100a Chapel Street, Windsor
CIRCL Wine House
CIRCL Wine House promises a New Year’s evening of taste, finesse, and adventure. Indulge in a specially curated set menu designed to showcase the season’s finest, paired with three exceptional wine options that explore the world’s finest wine regions.
At $165 per person for the set menu, each dish is crafted with European-inspired flair and Scandinavian finesse, complemented by a stunning 1,500-bottle wine list. Naturally, when it comes to wine pairings, you’ve got options. Tour the globe with the Alternatives of the World pairing ($85) or stay close to home with Welcome to Australia ($175). Feeling fancy? You’ve also got the option of Icons of Europe ($250) and A Trip Through Champagne ($450).
$165 per person
Book here
22 Punch Lane, Melbourne
Stokehouse
Ring in 2026 in the ultimate seaside setting with Stokehouse. You’re in for a progressive treat, starting with Pol Roger champagne in the Terrace Bar, paired with Oscietra caviar and native rock oysters. From there, you’ll be indulging in a five-course menu as you soak in the views and live entertainment, enjoying exclusive use of the whole venue.
From 7pm
$395 per person
Book here
30 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda
Johnny’s Green Room
This New Year’s Eve, Johnny’s Green Room invites you to an unforgettable rooftop celebration from 7pm until late. Indulge in a Champagne tower, free-flowing bubbles, and a curated cocktail menu by Matthew Bax, all while enjoying Karen Martini’s exclusive menu — think tuna crudo, house-made arancini, and open calzones. As for tunes, DJs from Hope St Radio will be serenading you all night long.
7pm to 1am
$300 per person
Book here
Level 2/293-297 Lygon Street, Carlton
HER
Say adieu to 2025 at HER, where every floor delivers its own unique celebration. Indulge in intimate dinners at HER BAR with steak frites and Champagne, dance the night away in the MUSIC ROOM, savour a turbo-charged Thai BBQ feast at BKK, and catch sparkling summer nights on the HER ROOFTOP under the fireworks. A night full of variety, energy, and celebration awaits — choose your vibe and ring in the New Year in style.
$130 per person at HER ROOFTOP
$85 per person at BKK and HER BAR
Free entry and walk-ins only at MUSIC ROOM
Book here
270 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne
Yakimono
This New Year’s Eve in Melbourne, transport yourself to Japan with a night of high-octane indulgence at Yakimono. Flame-licked favourites, vibrant dishes, and a sensory overload await, with an à la carte menu bursting with flavour alongside Setto menus starting from $79 per person. Pair your meal with everything from sake to signature cocktails, and let the beats of guest DJs keep the energy electric all night long on the terrace. It’s the ultimate celebration of taste and rhythm — book early, as tables are flying fast. The stage is set for a night you’ll never forget.
5pm onwards
Book here
80 Collins Street, Melbourne
Sebastian
This New Year’s Eve in Melbourne, Williamstown’s Sebastian invites you to indulge in a flavour-packed celebration by the sea. From 8.30pm, kick off the night with a glass of bubbles before delving into a Basque-inspired feast. As the evening unfolds, savour a selection of small and large plates, before heading to the beachfront deck where drinks flow freely (sangria on tap), and roaming desserts delight your senses.
$230 per person
Book here
26 Esplanade, Williamstown
Crown Melbourne
Ring in the New Year at Crown Melbourne, where the night unfolds across a line-up of polished dining rooms and party-ready spaces. Start with a lavish seafood spread at Conservatory, elevated by live entertainment, or settle into the poised precision of Koko for Japanese-inspired finesse. Crave French comfort? Bistro Guillaume delivers classics with flair, while Gradi turns out its award-winning pizzas and Kolkata Cricket Club brings bold, spice-led energy. From celebratory feasts to late-night revelry, Crown sets the stage for a stylish send-off to 2025.
See all the details and offerings here
Southbank, Melbourne
Hotel Nacional
As the clock winds down on 2025, elevate your New Year’s Eve to celestial heights at Hotel Nacional’s rooftop extravaganza. Tucked above the city, this stunning open-air venue offers a glittering panorama of the stars and skyline. Arrive between 8pm and 10pm for guaranteed access to the rooftop and two complimentary drinks. From 10pm onwards the rooftop is available for walk-ins but only until max capacity is reached.
From 8pm
$50 per person
Book here
23-25 Hardware Lane, Melbourne
Mister Bianco
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Mister Bianco with a divine four-course feast. Start with delicious stuzzichini like arancino alla norma and house-smoked salmon, followed by yellow tomato raviolo and roast lamb rack. Conclude with an array of delicious Italian desserts to share.
With early sittings ideal for families and late sittings perfect for ringing in the new year, Mister Bianco offers a festive dining experience for all.
$155 per person
Book here
26-28 Cotham Road, Kew
Harlow
Harlow‘s NYE rooftop party offers spectacular views of the midnight fireworks. Enjoy a 4-hour package from 7pm, featuring bottomless drinks and canapés all night. Plus, DJs will keep the energy flowing in the basement from 8pm until late.
$100pp
Fom 7pm onwards
Book here
447 Church Street, Richmond
The Espy
This New Year’s Eve in Melbourne, The Espy is delivering four unforgettable ways to ring in 2025. Whether you’re dancing the night away to top DJs in the Main Bar with roaming canapés and a drinks package ($160 per person), indulging in a Cantonese banquet at Mya Tiger (from $185), enjoying bottomless pizza and drinks at Louey’s with Italo Disco beats ($145), or celebrating with oysters and premium drinks at Ghost’s VIP space ($220), The Espy guarantees an eventful, diverse evening. Embrace the charm of St Kilda’s iconic venue — your perfect NYE destination.
Book here
11 The Esplanade, St Kilda
The Continental Sorrento
The Continental Sorrento has unveiled a dazzling array of New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day events that will make ringing in 2026 truly unforgettable. For those seeking a vibrant celebration, Conti 54 transforms the venue into a disco-themed paradise with roaming entertainment, caviar and margaritas aplenty. For a more low-key yet luxe celebration, head to Ember for a curated menu of Josper-cooked tid bits.
Conti 54 (The Continental), $260.18 per person
Ember, $150 per person
Book here
21 Ocean Beach Road, Sorrento
With the help of these fine venues, New Year’s Eve in Melbourne is sure to be an unforgettable night. Looking for fun things to do in the new year? Consider chasing the best waterfalls in Victoria on a sunny day or recovering with a zen sesh and the best day spas in Melbourne.
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