Welcome the new year in style onboard a Sydney New Year’s Eve cruise

NYE 2026 - Thursday 31 December

Sydney's New Year’s Eve fireworks spectacular is the world's best, and there's no better vantage point than from the water. Secure your place inside the exclusion zone with prime viewing positions for the spectacular Harbour Bridge finale aboard the Captain Cook Cruises fleet.

  • The Jackson JX at night

    Ultimate NYE Experience onboard The Jackson

    7:30PM KING ST WHARF 1

    • Cruise inside the exclusion zone for front row seats for Sydney Harbour's iconic 9pm and Midnight fireworks display
    • Culinary Experiences and Live Food Stations throughout the Vessel
    • All-inclusive Beverage Package featuring free flowing Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV, Signature Cocktails, Premium Spirits, Young Henry's Tap Beer and a selection of Premium Wines
    • Live entertainment on each deck to dance the night away
    • 7:30pm - 1:00am Darling Harbour King St Wharf 1

    From $2,450.00 per person

  • Champagne toasting group of girls on Harbour Bar casual dining night

    Sydney 2000 Club Deck - NYE Premium Dinner Experience

    7:00PM KING ST WHARF 1

    • Cruise inside the exclusion zone onboard flagship Sydney 2000
    • 5-course Dinner including Midnight Supper
    • Bottomless Chandon
    • Cellarman’s selection of premium Australian Wines, craft beers
    • Live Music to dance the night away
    • Individual table seating on our second highest dining level - Club Deck
    • Access to outside decks on all decks excluding Star Deck
    • 7:00pm - 1:00am Darling Harbour King St Wharf 1

    From $2,150.00 pp - minimum 2

  • Sydney 2000 boat exterior cruising by Opera House at night with fireworks in the background doctored New Years Eve special events

    Sydney 2000 Ocean Deck - NYE Inclusive Dinner Experience

    7:00PM KING ST WHARF 1

    • Cruise inside the NYE exclusion zone onboard flagship Sydney 2000
    • 4-course Dinner including Midnight Supper
    • Bottomless Chandon and Cellarman’s selection of premium beverages
    • Live Music to dance the night away!
    • Individual table seating on water level dining deck - Ocean Deck
    • Access to outside decks on all decks excluding Star Deck
    • Fully accessible same level wheelchair bathrooms – stair access to outdoor decks
    • 7:00pm - 1:00am Darling Harbour King St Wharf 1

    $2,050.00 pp - minimum 2

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    Starship Sydney - NYE Party

    7:30PM KING ST WHARF 4

    • Cruise inside the exclusion zone on Sydney Harbour aboard one of the city’s most iconic glass vessels
    • Prime viewing both the 9pm and midnight fireworks
    • Indulge in premium grazing stations and roaming canapés served throughout the evening.
    • Enjoy a full beverage package featuring premium Australian wines, Young Henrys craft beers, soft drinks and juices.
    • Dance into 2027 with live band entertainment and an unforgettable Sydney Harbour atmosphere.
    • 7:30pm - 1:00am Darling Harbour King St Wharf 4

    $1,599.00 Per person

    Normally $1,699.00. Save $100.00.

  • SOLD OUT
    Gold Penfolds Dinner wines and port glass with St Henri Dine and Drink

    Sydney 2000 Sky Deck - NYE Platinum Penfolds Degustation Dinner Experience

    SOLD OUT
    7:00PM KING ST WHARF 1

    • Cruise inside the exclusion zone onboard flagship Sydney 2000
    • Our most lavish experience on our most elevated deck for best viewing position of spectacular Fireworks
    • 6-course degustation menu paired with Penfold’s bottomless premium wines
    • Premium spirits
    • Live Music to enjoy over dinner and to ring in the New Year!
    • Individual table seating on our highest dining level - Sky Deck
    • Access to outside decks on all decks excluding Star Deck
    • 7:00pm - 1:00am Darling Harbour King St Wharf 1

New Year's Eve Program

2025 program as a guide

From 8.30pm
Pylon projections and lighting effects - Sydney Harbour Bridge pylons and eastern side.

8:57pm Welcome to Country
Gadigal Elders from the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council welcome visitors to Gadigal land

9.00pm Calling Country Fireworks
Welcome to Country Fireworks - Family friendly show featuring and celebration of sky, land and sea country, presented by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists through music, dance and illustration

9:15pm Sydney Harbour Lights
Boats adorned with lights create a visual spectacle as they glide across the harbour. Produced by the Australian Commercial Vessels Association.

11:58pm Countdown to Midnight
The 90 second countdown begins

Midnight Fireworks
Pyrotechnic effects launched from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and barges in the harbour to a synchronised simulcast.

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