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Lord Mayor's New Year's Eve Fireworks

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Welcome in the new year with an exciting display of fireworks in the heart of Brisbane at the Lord Mayor's New Year's Eve Fireworks.

The Lord Mayor's New Year's Eve Fireworks

Delivered by Brisbane City Council, the Lord Mayor’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks will once again light up the Brisbane skyline in the biggest pyrotechnics display produced in Queensland. For the first time, this year will feature simultaneous fireworks displays at 7.45pm and midnight across 4 precincts.

Enjoy the fireworks at Queen’s Wharf Brisbane.

Best viewing location

The Landing.

Licensing information

There will be a bar at our public viewing site.

Bag checks and conditions of entry

The Landing

There will be bag checks and conditions of entry to the Landing.

 Conditions of entry
  • Capacity in this area is limited and will be available on a first-in basis.
  • The viewing area is a licensed venue. Minors must be accompanied by an adult all times.
  • Bag search will be conducted on entry.
  • Guests may be subject to metal detector scanning.
  • Limited pass outs will be permitted and will be time limited.
  • CCTV will be in operation.
  • Smoking is not permitted in the precinct.

Prohibited items

The following items are prohibited:

  • all drinks other than sealed bottled water
  • marquees, chairs and any other portable structure
  • metal cutlery and other sharp items.
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Important things to know

  • Empty personal drink bottles are permitted. Water stations are provided inside the venue.
  • Prams are permitted where space allows for safety to be maintained.
  • Security personnel have the right to refuse entry to anyone who does not comply with these conditions of entry or whose presence is deemed to pose a risk to others. Queensland Police Officers will be in attendance.

Round up your crew, pick your spot along the riverfront and head to Howard Smith Wharves for a night of festive dining, live music and celebrations as you welcome in the new year.

Enjoy a variety of dining options, Brisbane’s finest DJs and front-row seats across the precinct to the dazzling fireworks displays at 7:45pm and midnight.

Book now to secure your spot. Walk-in space will also be available at Felons Brewing Co., Felons Barrel Hall, Main Lawn and the River Garden. 

Licensing information

The precinct is fully licensed.

Get in touch

For general reservation information, phone 07 3188 9090.

Bring in the new year at Riverside Centre.

Best viewing location

Riverside Plaza.

Licensing information

The precinct is alcohol-free (excepting restaurants).

Get in touch

For general information, email the Riverside Security team.

Celebrate in style at South Bank.

Best viewing location

Clem Jones Promenade, the Cultural Forecourt, Riverside Green and River Quay.

Licensing information

The precinct is alcohol-free (excepting restaurants).

Bag checks and conditions of entry

Bag checks will be in place from 9am.

Prohibited items

The following items are prohibited:

  • alcohol
  • animals (except accredited assistance dogs)
  • boogie boards or similar large recreational equipment
  • drones or remote-controlled devices (to report an unauthorised drone in the area, please submit an incident report to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority)
  • glass or metal, including containers and cans
  • hazardous or flammable substances, such as aerosols
  • helium balloons, laser pointers or confetti canons
  • large poles, banner stands or flags
  • marquees, tents or shade structures
  • recreational bikes, scooters or rideables
  • weapons and blades
  • any item or object deemed to compromise public safety, disrupt operations, or harm the reputation or enjoyment of the event
  • water or liquids in unsealed bottles (only sealed bottled water is allowed). Empty bottles are permitted to refill at event water stations. No other liquids are permitted.

Get in touch

For enquiries leading up to the event, email the team.

For feedback requiring immediate action during the event, phone South Bank 24/7 Security on 07 3867 2045. 

In a long-held Brisbane tradition for many residents and families, the event remains free and fun for everyone.

Victoria Bridge and Kangaroo Point Bridge will not be available viewing points for the fireworks. To learn more, read our Community Service Announcement.

About the show

The theme for this year’s show is ‘City of Dreams’ and invites Brisbane to see itself in full colour: vibrant, connected and alive.

The fireworks display features over 100,000 pyrotechnic effects from 6 barges on the Brisbane River. Vantage points are Howard Smith Wharves, South Bank, Queen’s Wharf Brisbane, Riverside Centre and Kangaroo Point.

Produced by a crew of 22 and using 9 tonnes of fireworks and equipment, the displays will feature a new heart multi-shot, a round rain effect, and a halo ring. Each fireworks display goes for 10 minutes.

This year's program will also feature 2 drone shows, a brand-new addition to the event. Taking place at 9pm and 11pm, they will include 200 drones and run for 8 minutes each. These will be visible from South Bank and Queen’s Wharf Brisbane only.

Getting there

Public transport is the best way to travel to each of the precincts for the fireworks.

Free travel applies from 8.00pm on New Year’s Eve (Wednesday 31 December 2025) until 5.30am on New Year’s morning (Thursday 1 January 2026) for all Translink bus, train, ferry and tram services in South East Queensland – this includes Council buses, CityCats and ferry services.

Free travel does not apply on Airtrain services, long distance trains or on demand services.

Customers do not need to tap on/off at card validators during the free travel period, unless they are travelling to the Brisbane Airport station.

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Learn more

To learn more about public transport for the event, read our Community Service Announcement.

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Plan ahead

Use Translink’s journey planner to plan ahead. 

There a number of service impacts during this period. For information about upcoming works and disruptions, visit Translink’s Service updates.

Road closures and parking changes

To ensure that the event is delivered safely, there will be road closures and changes to parking in and around South Bank, South Brisbane and Brisbane City.

All closures are subject to change, if necessary, to maintain event safety or due to other unforeseen circumstances. Council will also install signage on roads with changed traffic conditions in the lead up to the event.

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To learn more about road closures and parking changes for the event, read our Community Service Announcement.