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NYE Bradleys Head

Sydney Harbour National Park

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Overview

BOOKED OUT. Bring the family to celebrate New Year's Eve at Bradleys Head in Sydney Harbour National Park. It's a great spot for all ages. You'll enjoy prime views of the NYE fireworks.

When

Thursday 31 December 2026. Gates open at 5pm and close at 11.30pm. The event finishes at 12.30am on Friday 1 January 2027.

Accessibility
Hard
Price
Free.
What to
bring
Sunscreen, hat, clothes for all weather conditions, raincoat, sturdy shoes
Bookings
BOOKED OUT.
Please note
  • In 2026, there will be one ticket for all vantage points within Bradleys Head, including the Amphitheatre, the Mast Precinct and Athol Lawn. The free ticket is valid for 1 hour after the gates open at 4pm. 
  • Places in the Amphitheatre and the Mast Precinct are limited, and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Ticket holders will be admitted first, from 4pm to 5pm. After 5pm, there will be general access if the sites aren't already at capacity. 
  • Bradleys Head is an alcohol-free and glass-free zone on New Year's Eve.
  • There's no BYO alcohol, and bag searches will be conducted before you enter the venue.
  • You can buy non-alcoholic drinks and food (limited options) at the event.
  • EFTPOS facilities available.
  • Bradleys Head Road at Whiting Beach Road is closed to vehicles at 3pm.
  • For general questions about this event, phone NSW National Parks on 1300 072 757.

Nestled on the northern foreshore of Sydney Harbour, Bradleys Head is a great family-friendly space to welcome in the new year. It's a popular picnic area with some uninterrupted views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House.

Bring a picnic or buy food from one of the food trucks there. You'll have a great view of the gorgeous fireworks as they signal that 2027 has begun.

This map of Bradleys Head (0.43MB, pdf) shows you where the Amphitheatre, the Mast Precinct and Athol Lawn are located.

For directions, safety and practical information, see visitor info

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