Ring in the New Year: Melbourne’s Best Events for NYE 2025

If you’re looking for an all-inclusive night out of roaming canapes, bubbles galore and live music to swing you into 2026, look no further, we’ve rallied together a list the best NYE parties in town. From rooftops to beer gardens and even a floating bar on the Yarra River, here’s your ultimate guide to the best places to celebrate NYE in Melbourne this year.

If your ideal NYE involves towering city views, crisp drinks, and a rooftop crowd that looks like summer distilled, Quarterhouse Rooftop is your destination. Perched above the CBD, it blends sophistication with a party spirit — think glowing skyline, pulsing beats and a golden-hour backdrop that practically begs for photos.

From 7pm, settle in with four hours of bottomless house wines and schooners, roving canapés that keep the night effortlessly elevated, and DJs setting a smooth-to-eclectic soundscape. It’s the kind of rooftop celebration that feels curated and a guaranteed stylish way to toast to 2026.

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An institution that needs no introduction, The Espy throws the kind of NYE party that feels like a rite of passage for any Melbourne local. Every room pulses with energy, crowds spill between spaces, and the music is always loud, warm and summery — exactly the vibe St Kilda is known for.

Main Bar – NYE with Chromeo

Chromeo. At The Espy. On NYE. Enough said.

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Mya Tiger

Upstairs, Mya Tiger turns NYE into a culinary event. The dining room glows with moody lighting and vintage Shanghai charm — a perfect setting for a Cantonese banquet paired with a drinks package. Three sittings offer flexibility, while the optional Ghost Bar tab elevates the night into something truly indulgent.

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Louey’s Bar & Kitchen – St Kilda

For those who want NYE to feel joyful, communal and delicious: Louey’s delivers. It’s the kind of celebration where kids, friends and big groups all fit effortlessly into the buzz.

The venue’s famous unlimited pizza makes a heroic return, alongside abundant drinks and an atmosphere that shifts from laid-back to lively as the night unfolds.

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Floating on the Yarra, Yarra Botanica delivers some of the best fireworks views in Melbourne — with a breezy, open-air vibe that makes every moment feel like summer on the water.

DJs spin across two levels as the city skyline reflects off the river. The VIP experience offers elevated views from the upper deck along with a generous four-hour drinks package (spritzes, spirits, wine and beer) and roaming canapés. GA gives you a more relaxed but still festive two-hour beverage pack with food.

It’s colourful, effortless and one of the most visually memorable places to ring in the new year.

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There’s something magical about The Prince Deck at twilight — the light turns soft gold, drinks clink over the balcony, and the CBD skyline plays a supporting role. NYE here is for those who want a celebration with atmosphere.

With DJ Andy Murphy leading the soundtrack, and a complimentary early bird drink for arrivals before 5pm, expect a perfect seaside way to send off 2025.

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This is your “start early, stay late, go big” NYE option. Hopscotch does riverside energy like few others — casual by day, electric by night.

Begin with live music, $20 spritzes, and creative cocktails, then slide into a twilight celebration with a three-hour drinks package and DJs spinning until 3am. With non-drinker options and late GA entry, Hopscotch is perfect everyone, no matter the NYE agenda.

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If commitment isn’t your NYE vibe, Garden State has you covered. Free entry, great tunes and an always-buzzing crowd mean your night can be as spontaneous as you want it to be.

Spread across multiple levels, it’s easy to slip between moods — inside for a dance, outdoors for the countdown. Book or walk in; either way, this is a Melbourne classic for a reason.

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Lively, bold and built for big-group celebrations, Hickens Hotel is ideal for those wanting a late-night city countdown that just keeps going. Enjoy four hours of drinks including house spirits, roving canapés and a DJ afterparty that stretches well past midnight.

It’s the type of night where the rooftop becomes a dance floor and time becomes… irrelevant.

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A Richmond favourite, especially for fireworks lovers. Public House offers both balcony and rooftop tickets, each giving guests elevated views over the city while DJs build the night’s momentum.

It’s upbeat, social, and a brilliant option for anyone wanting something festive without heading into the CBD core.

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Morris House is for people who want their NYE to feel fun, social and a little bit fancy — but never over the top. As the sun dips behind the CBD skyline, the rooftop fills with an easy, welcoming buzz. From 7pm, the party finds its rhythm with bottomless drinks, roaming bites and a DJ who keeps the energy building right through to midnight. 

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With one of the CBD’s most coveted rooftop views, State of Grace is an elegant and high-energy place to enjoy the NYE fireworks.

Expect a polished experience: four-hour beverage package, an hour of roaming spritz service (yes, please), canapés and a curated DJ lineup. It’s glam without being over the top — the perfect blend of sparkle and taste.

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Views for days, music that pulls you straight onto the dance floor, and a crowd that comes ready to celebrate — Harlow is always a strong NYE pick.

With a four-hour drinks package from 7pm, roaming canapés and DJs in the Basement, you can switch between rooftop relaxation and party-mode energy as the night unfolds.

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