From a humble house party to taking in the fireworks at our iconic waterfront, or soaking up the euphoria of Beyond The Valley, New Year’s activities should be about coming together with the ones you love and celebrating!
A bunch of our favourite local venues are getting into the spirit this turn of the year, popping bottles, pumping beats, and bringing in big countdown energy. If you’re still seeking some New Years plans, here’s some of the best spots to book into this New Year’s Eve!
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Where: E17/33 Mackey St, North Geelong
Celebrating the year that started it all, MexiCams in North Geelong’s Federal Mill precinct are jumping on the New Year’s Eve bandwagon with a bang. Going full fiesta mode, the Mexican meets mischief spot for both food and entertainment are putting on a feast and bringing the fun. For food, they have either a 2, 3 or 4 course chefs menu, or you can do some fiesta trays to share. In the games arena, their karaoke, bowling, shuffleboard, interactive darts, pool, and pinball machines will be getting a workout.
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Where: 36 Bell Street, Torquay
Always the bringer of big beats and even better times, Torquay Hotel are turning things up to 11 for their New Year’s Eve celebrations. Having just reopened their wiz-bang $5m refurbished Beer Garden, Torquay Hotel have a huge summer program of events to accompany and their New Years Party is the way to go with tunes from MAD.DAY, Coco & Ayres, Court, and PINNA, this is a showstopping celebration! Whilst sold-out you may be able to nab a resale ticket!
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Where: 9 Downes Lane, Geelong
If a night of delicious dining is more up your alley, then Felix has you sorted. Their 3 course set menu with wine pairings and a cocktail on arrival screams the height of glamour – a glorious manifestation for the way you’ll be spending the rest of the year! At $199 per person, expect delicacies like Kingfish, Prawn Toast and Wagyu Eye Fillet and Lobster Ravioli.
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Where: Shed 2/22 Baines Cres, Torquay
Always a favourite for a good time with local flavours both on the taps and on the stage, Bells Beach Brewing Co level up for New Year’s Eve bringing in South Atlas, DJ Sheriff and more to swing you into 2026. Tickets are $25 and you’ll receive a pot or glass of wine on arrival.
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Where: 77 High Street, Belmont
You bet your bottom dollar the old faithful Belmont Hotel will be ringing in the New Year with a rooftop party. Branded the Bohemian Summer Festival, Level 1 will be transformed for an unforgettable night of dancing under the stars with prime views of the bays fireworks. You have local DJ’s running deep into the night, Happy Hour from 6.30PM – 7.30PM, drinks specials, and complementary nibbles. It’s a tickets 18+ events so be quick to book in for this one!
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Where: Level 1, 97-99 Ryrie Street Street Geelong
Calling all singles – Here and Now Lounge have the perfect event for you! If you’re manifesting some romance in 2026, why not start your search with a singles night? Marked “Geelong’s Biggest Singles NYE Party”, Here and Now Lounge are taking away the apps and bringing together the people for a NYE that could change the rest of the year! This is a ticketed event and 18+.
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Where: 2270 Portarlington Road, Bellarine
Go full Aussie and ring in the new year with classic hits from your favourite rockers. Bellarine Estate’s New Year’s Eve Party features the unmistakeable rasp of Aussie/DC partnered with Texas BBQ and their seriously great wine! You know the countdown will be completely rocking!
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Where: 66 Brougham Street, Geelong
Always a hotspot no matter the occasion, but for NYE, Lambys Tavern taps into the party spirit. We’re talking local DJ’s on decks, Mario Karts will be on high rotation, and dancefloors will be packed!
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Where: 44 Hitchcock Ave, Barwon Heads
This BH hotspot is a local favourite for a good time, and NYE is no exception. Vibrant Mexican-style eats with the most refreshing beverages, and DJ’s taking things into the night, Locos is a quality space to kick off your 2026!
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Where: 9 Walker St Castlemaine
One ticket – three great parties! Shedshaker Brewing Taproom is taking things to new heights for 2026 and it all starts on NYE with hot Variety! Running across Shedshaker Taproom, Bridge Hotel and Boomtown Winery, this celebration sees LGA Snagz (Dan Kelly and Friends) lead a pack of power to get you dancing from 2025 into 2026.
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Where: 3 Moorabool Street, Geelong
If Sailors Rest didn’t go full beast mode for the biggest day of the year, something would be wrong. Good news- they are doing just that! The best spot in town to catch the spectacular fireworks display on Geelong’s Waterfront, Sailors Rest are throwing the biggest NYE party in town. Their roof top and lounge will be prime position to yell “Happy New Year” under the glistening displays – with DJ’s and drinks specials – this ticketed event has it all!
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Where: 400 Pakington Street, Newtown (enter via Rutland Street)
If you want something a little more intimate for your NYE celebrations, Woolstore Restaurant have you covered with their dinner sessions. With either a three or four course set menu offering, indulge with the most delicious seasonal produce and refreshing wines.
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Where: 25 Queen St, Bendigo
New Year’s Eve at Le Foyer is all about Mistaken Identity. This event is all about masquerade masks with great food and DJ’s! You’ll receive a champagne on arrival, 3 cocktails, 5 canapes, DJ’s swinging you into the night and 4 hours of unforgettable fun!
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Where: 47 The Esplanade, Torquay
Let The Truants take you into 2026 at Torquay Bowls Club. Kicking off from 9pm, these rockers will bring the energy necessary to explode into the New Year at Torquay Bowls Club.
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Where: Ground Level, 66 Brougham St Geelong
Black Sheep know how to tickle our fancy with their chefs menus and one for New Year is right up our alley! at $79pp or $99pp (includes Bottomless Sparkling and all tap beer), Black Sheep will keep bellies full – a great way to enter into 2026! Whilst these sessions are booked out, there may be cancellations so always check!
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Where: 1 Bridge Rd, Barwon Heads VIC
Three words: Nina Las Vegas! Yes – Barwon Heads Hotel have nabbed one of the biggest beat-makers for their NYE Party indoor and outdoor event. With DJ Swella, Emmyk and Tilly on decks as well, this one is undoubtably a great way to head into 2026!
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Where: 33 Mackey Street, North Geelong
Head into the new year with free complimentary sparkling when you book at 1915. Let the team take you through three of four courses of goodness showcasing their newest dishes to their menu!
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Where: 26 Malop Street, Geelong
Whilst not open until the New Year bell dings, frankie has the early bird celebrators considered with their NYE service. Great food, amazing cocktails, strolling down to the waterfront for the 9pm fireworks and into bed! If that’s how you celebrate, frankie is your friend.
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Where: Shop 3/24 Bell Street Torquay
Nine tasting dishes with dry ages retired dairy cow as a main course at a cool $150pp – Samesyn is your go-to for sensational service and servings this NYE. With only a couple of places left, you won’t want to miss this incredible offer.
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Where: 27 Murray Street, Colac
Roar into 2026 with a roaring 20’s flappas and gangstas party at The Bar Colac. Dress up in your best fancy dress and dance the night away from 7pm until 1am!
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Where: 2 Wharf Street East, Queenscliff
With one of the best views across the Bellarine, 360Q is a delightful spot to welcome in the New Year. At $200pp you’ll receive four courses, an inclusive beverage packages and live entertainment, all with breathtaking views of Port Philip Bay where you’ll witness not one, but two lots of fireworks displays.
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Where: 10-14 Eastern Beach Road
New Year’s Eve with Grey Goose sounds a treat thanks to Novotel Geelong. The Esplanade positioned hotel and restaurant will have three options for wining and dining with waterfront views (naturally including the fireworks!). Go the Limeburners package at either $195pp or $235, the NYE Buffet Dinner – Tempo or the NYE Party – Tempo.
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Where: 1/6-8 Eastern Beach Road, Geelong
Want something with free entry and $16 cocktails, AND a sweeping direct view of Geelong’s Waterfront? Edge Geelong is calling your name. NYE at Edge runs from 5pm with drinks specials rolling until 10pm and live vinyl DJ working your favourite tracks into the night until 2026!
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Where: 135 Kensington Road, Leopold
There is noone that soundtracks a celebration quite like ABBA and what better way to bring in the New Year than with the Dancing Queens of Waterloo ABBA Experience at Leopold Sportie. You’ll get a 2 course dinner and a show for $80. Only limited spots remain so get in now.
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There’s so much on offer to take you into 2026! Find your poison and dance well into the night in Regional Victoria!
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