New Year's Eve
5pm – 9.30pm on Thursday 31 December
Get ready for our unforgettable FREE New Year’s Eve celebration in Parramatta Park with The Cat Empire, Baker Boy and Zindzi & The Zillionaires!
Gather your friends and family and celebrate New Year’s Eve in Parramatta Park with live music, entertainment, food and fireworks. Entry is free, so bring a picnic blanket and make a night of it!
Headline Artists
The Cat Empire
The Cat Empire
The Crescent Stage
Aussie icons The Cat Empire bring their infectious live energy to the stage, blending jazz, funk, ska, reggae, rock and Latin influences with driving rhythms, soaring horns and a sound guaranteed to get audiences moving.
Baker Boy
Baker Boy
The Paddock Stage
Proud Yolŋu artist and six-time ARIA winner Baker Boy brings his signature energy to the stage, blending culture, identity and an evolving sound into a powerful live performance.
Zindzi & The Zillionaires
Zindzi & The Zillionaires
The Family Stage
Zindzi & The Zillionaires bring joyful R&B grooves and plenty of fun to the stage, with songs celebrating friends, family, nature and sharing, with good vibes for kids and grown-ups alike.
Explore Our Stages
The Crescent Stage
The Crescent Stage
Get ready to dance as The Cat Empire bring their signature sound and infectious live energy to The Crescent Stage, alongside a stellar line-up of artists. Entry is free with a wristband.
The Paddock Stage
The Paddock Stage
Feel the energy as six-time ARIA winner Baker Boy takes the stage, bringing his powerful sound, culture and dynamic live performance to Parramatta Park before the 9pm fireworks.
The Family Stage
The Family Stage
Sing and dance along with Zindzi & The Zillionaires as they bring joyful R&B grooves, playful songs and good vibes to the family stage.
Event Highlights
Fireworks Show
Fireworks Show
At 9pm, look to the sky as a spectacular fireworks display lights up Parramatta Park, with brilliant views from across the event.
Fun Zone
Fun Zone
Amusement rides, and hands-on activities for all ages, perfect for families looking for a safe, fun night out.
Terrazza Aperol
Terrazza Aperol
The Paddock Stage
This is your Mediterranean oasis in Parramatta Park.
Serving Aperol Spritz and a variety of beverages to compliment your New Year's Eve in Parramatta.
Getting Here and Frequently Asked Questions
Farewell 2026 at Parramatta’s ultimate end-of-year celebration in the stunning grounds of the World Heritage listed Parramatta Park.
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Partners & Sponsors
This event is proudly presented by City of Parramatta Council in partnership with Parramatta Park.

The Crescent Stage is proudly supported by Nova 96.9.
PARKROYAL Parramatta is the official accommodation partner for New Year’s Eve 2025.

