With 2024 just about over, there’s no better way to strut into 2025 by joining in some of the most thrilling NYE events Melbourne has to offer.
The year’s come and gone like a blur and excitement is brewing for what’s coming next. 2025 is around the corner, which means New Year’s Eve is nearly upon us. To farewell 2024 with one last massive hoorah, Melbourne’s lively pubs and venues are putting heaps of fun on to make this New Year’s Eye a memorable one.
Whatever you and your mates are into, there’s something for everyone. Music the entire night is guaranteed, with gigs and tribute nights covering all things metal, punk, rock, hip hop and ska. Eclectic DJs and dazzling drag shows are also ready to go. It doesn’t matter who you are, there’s a spot in that’s got your name on it this New Year’s Eve in Melbourne.
Not to mention the dozens of delectable food and drink deals at each of these spots will help keep you partying hard. Check out where the best parties are happening in Melbourne to make this end-of-year celebration count.
Stay up to date with what’s happening in and around Melbourne here.
The Espy
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- DJs, Bites and Bevs
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Spend this New Year’s Eve in Melbourne down by the sea at the Espy, with a DJ in every room, featuring Kelly Tree, Tonky and Joey P. You can sip on as many cold ones as you please with their three-and-a-half-hour drinks package and a spread of roaming canapés and grazing bites.
Brunswick Ballroom
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- Bjorn Again NYE Party
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You can thank the Brunswick Ballroom for the music this year as they are hosting “the world’s number one ABBA show, Bjorn Again”. The Ballroom kitchen will be serving up some treats too with their extensive burger menu, or for something a bit more fancy, check out the Selfish menu.
The Night Cat
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- Questlove Exclusive DJ Set
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This is the Melbourne New Year’s Eye event to send off 2024 with an exclusive DJ set from prolific drummer Questlove of the Roots’. From performing at Heidi Klum’s Halloween party to Jay Z’ Oscar Gold and Obama’s Whitehouse farewell, “for Questlove, DJing isn’t just a side gig, it’s like a lifeline”.
Memo Music Hall
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- Melbourne Ska Orchestra Extravaganza
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If you’re looking for something outside the city centre, then Melbourne Ska Orchestra are playing an extravaganza for you. Led by Nicky Bomba, previously of the John Butler Trio, this ARIA award-winning band has previously played BluesFest and Glastonbury, making them the band to see this NYE.
Stay Gold
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- Charli XCX Brat NYE Party
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This year wouldn’t be complete without a BRAT summer, so why not live that life at the Superficial presents Charlie XCX Brat Party? Playing all of Charli’s anthems as well as the best dance hits of 2024, it’s going to be a party to end all parties.
The Tote
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- BONEZ New Queers Eve
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The Tote’s hosting the ultimate New Year’s Eve party in Melbourne for queers and allies this year with BONEZ, featuring alternative party DJs Ava Akira and Stevie Whatever and live music from Piano Punk to Excuse for an Exist. BONEZ has previously collaborated with Sydney World Pride, Art Simone (Ru Paul’s Drag Race), Dragula’s Yuri Guaii and more!
The Gasometer
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- Pizza Death Party
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Those who would like a night of metal mayhem should head down to the Gaso downstairs to thrash out to Melbourne’s own Pizza Death joined by punk rockers Flangipanis from Brisbane, with other guests to be announced shortly. Get your pint ready and windmill your way into 2025.
Penny Black
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- NYE 2025 Party
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Described as “a night of drag, disco, drinks, divas and downright dazzling decadence”, this is the dance party to sign off 2024, featuring queens Della Katessen, Brenda Bressed and HollyPop with others soon to be announced. The first 40 payers will receive a free cocktail on entry!
Northcote Theatre
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- High Times
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Head to the Northcote Theatre for Crown Ruler’s 25th anniversary NYE celebration. This all-day, all-night event runs from 3pm to 3am with soul and groove vibes. The event features headline act Yaya Bey’s first-ever Australian performance and an incredible lineup with our own Nai Palm (Hiatus Kaiyote) and many more!
The Old Bar
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- Frenzee Launch
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If a night of discovering a new band is more your style, get yourself into a Frenzee and head over for their album launch. Born in Melbourne and raised in Greece, these three siblings are rapidly gaining fans across the world and have headed to Melbourne for a run of shows. They will be supported by Grim Rhythm, Tankerville and The Antics.
Welcome to Thornbury
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- Enchanted Garden Party
- Free entry
Want a Shakespearean Midnight Summer’s dream this year? Join the Enchanted Garden Party, a free entry event for a more laid-back vibe. Have your face painted or win a prize for the fanciest dressed. The DJ will be spinning old-school hip-hop, disco and beats. “Bring your best people, your best energy, and ring in 2025 in style. See you in the garden.”
Grazeland
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- NYE at Grazeland
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For the best view and those who are more the foodie type. Spotswood’s Grazeland is holding a spectacular evening with Melbourne’s most delicious party to sign off the year. You can choose from two packages depending on your celebrations for the night. The “General admission experience” will give you two food vouchers and access to all live entertainment, and children under 12 get in free!
Corner Hotel
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- Battlesnake with special guests
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The Corner is kissing the year goodbye with a bang in the form of Battlesnake, the freaky rock ‘n’ rollers ready to provide a party of the ages. Dramatic, theatric and full of zest, the band is known for their danceable tracks and infectious energy. The rooftop will be open all afternoon, making for the ultimate place to watch the sunset on the 2024 and drink copious amounts of pres before heading to the party downstairs.
The Toff
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- Now.Here.This
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Finish off the year on the right note at the Now.Here.This New Year’s Eve Freak-Out, a mind-blowing sonic journey through ’70s/’80s Miami, set at The Toff in Town. Starting at 7pm, DJs will ignite the night with infectious beats, leading to an all-out live set by the Now.Here.This All-Star Band at 11:30pm. Dress in full Miami Vice/Studio 54 style – loud, bold, and unforgettable. Prepare for a chaotic, champagne-fueled night that’ll leave you buzzing into 2025!
For more information on New Year’s Eve in Melbourne 2024/2025, head here.
