Plan your NYE in Sydney 2023
What you need to know
More than a million people will be making their way into the city and surrounds for the celebrations. A little organisation can make a night to remember.
See fireworks times and the full event program.
NYE Schedule
Times for the night so you can enjoy every moment.
Event program
NYE at 7.30pm
Smoking Ceremony
A ritual of purification and unity of smouldering native plants on the iconic vessels Tribal Warrior, Mari Nawi and Wirawi. Produced by Tribal Warrior Association.
Pylon projections and lighting effects
Projections enliven the Sydney Harbour Bridge pylons throughout the night. Lighting effects on the eastern side dazzle the harbour foreshore.
A special tribute to the Sydney Opera House showcasing 50 years of historical moments in pictures. Learn more .
NYE at 8.57pm
Welcome to Country
Welcome to Country Elders from the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council welcome visitors to Gadigal land.
NYE at 9pm
Calling Country fireworks
A celebration of sky, land and sea country, presented by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists through music, dance and illustration. Produced by We Are Warriors.
NYE at 9.15pm
Sydney Harbour Lights
Boats adorned with lights create a visual spectacle as they glide across the harbour. Produced by Commercial Vessels Association.
NYE at Midnight 24.00 hours
Fireworks
Ring in the new year with the world’s best fireworks show, featuring pyrotechnics launched from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and some of Sydney’s iconic landmarks. Tune in to the soundtrack on KIIS 1065.
Public transport
Thousands of extra services will run. Public transport stops may have moved and you won’t be able to walk on some roads.
Road closures
Details on road closures and parking restrictions on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.
Visiting Sydney
Sydney welcomes visitors from all over Australia and the world throughout the year.
Official Sydney NYE Website here:
