Every year, the question of what to do for New Year's Eve is heavily debated in group chats across Brisbane. It all comes down to the kind of night you want to have: views of fireworks or a DJ spinning fire? A sit-down dinner or a night that ends well after midnight? Thankfully, Brisbane's hospitality lineup has all your bases covered. Loyalty program The Pass is hosting a number of New Year's Eve celebrations in Brisbane to send off 2025 in style. From live sax and dancefloors to elegant flame-grilled dining — we have a feeling you'll find what you're looking for. [caption id="attachment_1053560" align="alignnone" width="1920"] The Regatta[/caption] NYE Around the World, The Regatta The Regatta is one of Brisbane's most beloved pubs for a reason. While you'll currently find it wrapped in a giant bow for Christmas, come December 31, the pub will be in full 2026 mode with NYE celebrations across its many bars. On the ground level, The Boatshed's After Dark experience includes a five-course dinner and drinks package centred around their flame-grilled steaks. On level two, you'll find the three-course, gourmet New Year's Eve in Paris experience, complete with riverside firework views. Meanwhile, over on level one, expect more of a party atmosphere at Rio Carnival. Book in for a four-hour canapé and drinks package with river views from the wraparound balcony. Or, opt for the Midnight in NYC on the ground floor for live music, a vibe-filled countdown and a New York-themed space. Book tickets at the Regatta website. [caption id="attachment_1053559" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Hey Chica![/caption] Jungle Fever NYE Fiesta, Hey Chica! Fortitude Valley's Hey Chica! is transforming this New Year's Eve. The typically Latin-styled bar will undergo a jungle-inspired makeover to play host to a night of dancing well past the countdown. Live DJs will be in the booth all night, alongside live instrumentalists. Entry is just $35, or book your crew in for the all-inclusive canapé and drinks package from 8pm to midnight. Book tickets at the Hey Chica! website. [caption id="attachment_1053558" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Lefty's Music Hall[/caption] Bigger Than Texas New Year's Eve, Lefty's Music Hall Where else to ring in the new year than in the hallowed Americana jewel of Caxton Street? This year, the theme is country — as always, you'll find live music, dancing (read: boot scootin'), and good-old-fashioned Lefty's hospitality. Entry is $44.90, or snag early-bird pricing for the food and beverage package at just $127. Book tickets via the Oztix website. [caption id="attachment_1053557" align="alignnone" width="1920"] The Wickham[/caption] No Scrubs: NYE Party, The Wickham If — like Troye Sivan and Charli XCX — you just wanna go back to 1999, The Wickham's No Scrubs: NYE Party is for you. Dust off your butterfly clips, low-rise jeans, and Clueless looks and prepare for a night soundtracked by 90s anthems. From 'Bye Bye Bye' to 'Genie in a Bottle', you'll be ringing in 2026 with at least one pop classic stuck in your head. You'll find themed drinks, giveaways for the first people through the door, and, of course, a Wickham-style heaving dance floor. Book tickets via the Oztix website. [caption id="attachment_1053556" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Riverland[/caption] NYE Celebrations, Riverland Riverland is always one of the best views in Brisbane, but come NYE — it's extra special. For front row firework vistas, grab tickets to this year's celebrations, featuring a four-hour food and drinks package that includes live cooking stations, roaming canapés, premium drinks packages, live music, DJs, and entertainment weaving through the crowd. Then, as the clock ticks closer to midnight, sit back and watch as the Brisbane River erupts with fireworks as you welcome 2026. Book tickets via Oztix website. [caption id="attachment_1053555" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Fridays[/caption] New Year's Eve, Fridays When you think of river-side views in Brisbane, you tend to think of Fridays iconic, leafy outdoor area. As always, Fridays is doing one of the city's best NYE packages, featuring firework views out across the Story Bridge and river. Alongside a live band from 7pm, DJs and roaming entertainment, your ticket also includes four hours of free-flowing premium drinks packages, as well as plenty of nibbles. The venue is open until late, so you can keep celebrating past midnight. Book tickets via the Oztix website. [caption id="attachment_1053554" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Babylon Brisbane[/caption] New Year's Eve Party, Babylon There is a reason that Babylon's NYE tickets sell quickly each year. Mostly due to the fact you'll be celebrating right on the banks of the brown snake with uninterrupted views, and the venue's stacked menu to dine on. You can either make a booking in the restaurant at a time of your choosing (if you'd rather be in bed by midnight) or join in the party at Babylon Gardens. Over in the gardens, enjoy Levantine-inspired canapés, curated food stations and a premium beverage package. There will be a DJ, a saxophonist and fire twirlers bringing the atmosphere as the skyline bursts into technicolour. Book via the Babylon website. [caption id="attachment_1053561" align="alignnone" width="1920"] Retro's[/caption] Midnight in Vegas, Retro's Fortitude Valley If you have always wanted to do NYE in Vegas but never seem to be organised enough, then Retro's Vegas-themed celebration is for you. The Valley stalwart will be decked out with dazzling lights, Vegas ambience and great music until 5am. Naturally, the dance floor will be full thanks to the venue's penchant for retro anthems and party classics. The venue's celebrations sell out every year — so don't miss out on tickets. Book via the Retro's website. Discover more of Australian Venue Co.'s New Year's Eve celebrations at the website.