New Year's Eve at Darwin Waterfront

• Entry opens at 3pm, with entertainment commencing from 5pm
• This event is free and no ticket is required
• Entry is via Kitchener Drive, Darwin Convention Centre porte cachere, or Anchorage Court
• Access to all restaurants remains open
• No alcohol is permitted within the event area
• Picnics are welcome, however food trucks will be available 

Parking:

• Parking is available across Darwin Waterfront and the CBD.
• Multi-storey carpark: will remain open for the duration of the event, however will close once it is at capacity. 
• Darwin Convention Centre underground carpark: Parking is available at the Darwin Convention Centre and is free of charge.
• On-street parking: All on-street parking will be available. Please abide by parking signs and do not park on verges or footpaths. 
• Stokes Hill Wharf: Carparking for Wharf patrons only.

Disability Access & Parking

• Pick up and drop off is available from Darwin Convention Centre or along Anchorage Court. 

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I pack a picnic or bring food into the event? Yes! You can bring a picnic, however no alcohol is permitted. Patrons are encouraged to bring a water bottle to re-fill at the Power and Water hydration stations throughout the event.  Food vendors will also be on-site providing delicious and affordable food options.  
• Will I be able to purchase food and drink? Yes! Food trucks will be available on the night and will be located on Kitchener Drive. We encourage cashless transactions for this event.
• Can I BYO? No. New Year’s Eve at Darwin Waterfront is an alcohol-free event and no alcohol will be allowed within the public realm. Waterfront restaurants and bars will be open if you wish to consume alcohol within a licensed venue. 
• Can I bring any seating? Yes! Picnic rugs and low lying seating is welcome. 
• Can I bring my dog? No. We recommend leaving your furry friend at home.
• Do I need a ticket? No. New Year’s Eve at Darwin Waterfront is a free, public event.
• What time are the firework displays? We have two firework displays, one at 9pm and another at midnight.
• What happens if it rains? Pack a poncho, the event will proceed if it rains. There will be no undercover areas to retreat to. Make sure you’ve liked Darwin Waterfront on Facebook to stay up-to-date on any weather or event announcements. Should there be storm activity, the performance times may change. 
• Can I smoke at this event? No. New Year’s Eve at Darwin Waterfront is a smoke-free event.
• Can I order takeaway from a restaurant?Restaurants will be at capacity with pre-bookings and takeaway orders will be very limited.