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The New Year's Eve Collection 2026

Midnight, front row. Dubai and Sydney.

16 hand-picked ways to welcome 2027, every one confirmed and on sale for Thursday 31 December. Prices, what is included, what guests say, and where to book.

DubaiSydney
7Dubai experiences
9Sydney experiences
31.12Thursday
Fireworks over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House
MidnightBurj Khalifa, Atlantis and 40+ fireworks sites
AEDAll prices in UAE dirham
7 experiencesOn sale for 31 Dec 2026
Atlantis The Palm UltraSelling fast

Atlantis The Palm

Under the Stars Gala, starring Katy Perry

Palm fireworks, from The Palm to The RoyalFrom 6pm, Thu 31 Dec
FamilyHeadline act
  • Champagne and canapés, then a gala buffet with lobster, caviar and sushi
  • Katy Perry live, plus a 30-piece band
  • Golden Circle adds front-of-stage seats, a caviar box and white truffle
  • Kids' area in the Asateer Tent
FromAED 8,500per adult
Premium SeatingAED 8,500
Rouge CircleAED 10,500
Golden CircleAED 14,500
Child, 4 to 13AED from 6,500
Sky Suite, up to 10 guestsAED 250,000

Prefer a quieter table? Ossiano is AED 2,450, Nobu and Hakkasan AED 1,950, FZN AED 4,000 per person.

4.7Google, 102,939 reviews

“The perfect destination for a family break, it caters to all needs & all ages.”

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Address Sky View, Downtown TopOn sale

Address Sky View, Downtown

Alto 54, Deck Too and Patisserie

Direct Burj Khalifa viewThu 31 Dec, evening into midnight
CouplesBurj view
  • Level 54 sky pool deck facing the Burj Khalifa
  • Three NYE settings across Alto 54, Deck Too and the Patisserie
  • Premium Cabanas for a private corner on the deck
  • The midnight show straight ahead
FromAED 2,600per person
Alto 54, Premium CabanaAED 6,000
Alto 54, Regular TableAED 4,500
Deck TooAED 3,800
PatisserieAED 2,600
4.9Google, 744 reviews

“I would travel all the way back to Dubai just for the food, and the views all over again.”

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At.mosphere, Burj Khalifa Level 122 TopOn sale

At.mosphere, Burj Khalifa Level 122

New Year's Eve Masquerade

Inside the tower that lights up at midnight6pm to 2am, Thu 31 Dec
CouplesHighest table on earth
  • Bubbly and canapés on arrival
  • A la carte from 8pm: oysters, caviar, seafood, premium meats
  • DJ, violinist, saxophonist and a live duo
  • Black and gold masquerade theme
FromAED 2,000per person, minimum spend
Window tableAED 3,000
Non-window tableAED 2,000
4.5Google, 4,640 reviews

“I recommend choosing a table right beside the glass, the views are absolutely stunning.”

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Time Out Market, Souk Al Bahar TopSelling fast

Time Out Market, Souk Al Bahar

The Final Slope

Gold Terrace faces the Burj KhalifaDoors 6:30pm, show 8pm
GroupsFamily
  • Half of every ticket comes back as food and drink credit
  • Seventeen kitchens under one roof
  • Gold Terrace on the lake side, facing the tower
  • Kids under 6 free, 6 to 11 at half price
FromAED 1,000per person
Gold TerraceAED 4,000
Silver StageAED 2,000
Premium AtriumAED 1,700
Standard PlusAED 1,200
StandardAED 1,000
4.7Google, 7,230 reviews

“There are seventeen kitchens serving a wide variety of different cuisines.”

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ZETA Seventy Seven, Address Beach Resort MidOn sale

ZETA Seventy Seven, Address Beach Resort

New Year's Eve on the 77th floor

Marina, Ain Dubai and Palm fireworks8pm to midnight, Thu 31 Dec
CouplesParty
  • Live seafood stations and a full dinner
  • Live singers and a DJ
  • Rooftop infinity pool deck, 77 floors up
  • Choose soft, house or champagne packages
FromAED 1,977per person
Champagne packageAED 3,777
House packageAED 2,777
Soft packageAED 1,977
4.8Google, 2,530 reviews

“The views from the 77th floor are absolutely breathtaking, especially at sunset.”

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Vida Dubai Mall MidOn sale

Vida Dubai Mall

Welcome 2027 by the Burj

Terrace beside the Burj Khalifa8pm to 1am, Thu 31 Dec
FamilyDowntown
  • Gala dinner on the Banquette Terrace
  • DJ and dancers through to 1am
  • Steps from Dubai Mall and the fountain
  • Soft, house or premium drinks packages
FromAED 1,999per adult
Premium drinksAED 3,999
House drinksAED 2,999
Soft drinksAED 1,999
ChildAED 1,299
4.9Google, 2,086 reviews

“The Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall stare right at you as soon as you open the curtains.”

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Anantara Downtown, Business Bay ValueEarly bird

Anantara Downtown, Business Bay

NYE Gala Dinner

Open-air terrace, Burj on the skyline8pm until late, Thu 31 Dec
FamilyBest value
  • Gala dinner across Ziya and The Courtyard
  • Prices include VAT, service and municipality fees
  • 15% off when confirmed by 1 December
  • Free-flow bubbly option
FromAED 499per person, all taxes in
Free-flow with bubblyAED 649
House beveragesAED 549
Soft drinksAED 499
Child, 6 to 11AED 295
4.7Google, 10,355 reviews

“The hotel is in a perfect location, and the rooms were excellent.”

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9pm and midnightTwo shows over the Harbour Bridge
AUDAll prices in Australian dollars
9 experiencesOn sale for 31 Dec 2026
Bennelong, Sydney Opera House TopOn sale

Bennelong, Sydney Opera House

New Year's Eve at Bennelong

Unobstructed harbour fireworksFrom 7pm, Thu 31 Dec
Reserved tableCouples
  • Champagne on arrival and again at midnight
  • Dress Circle: five courses with an elevated wine pairing
  • Main Dining Room and Counter: four courses with premium pairing
  • Your own reserved table inside the Opera House sails
FromAUD 2,250per person
Dress Circle, Bridge viewsAUD 3,250
Main Dining RoomAUD 2,750
The CounterAUD 2,250
The Table, 10 to 12 guestsAUD 2,250
4.5Google, 2,279 reviews

“The setting inside the Sydney Opera House is absolutely stunning.”

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Altitude, Shangri-La Level 36 TopOn sale

Altitude, Shangri-La Level 36

Eight-course NYE degustation

Harbour, Bridge and Opera House from Level 36From 7:30pm, five-hour seating
Reserved tableWindow seats
  • Eight courses with matched wines
  • Guaranteed window tables available
  • Private dining room for up to 18 guests
  • Both the 9pm and midnight fireworks
FromAUD 1,750per person
Guaranteed window tableAUD 2,500
Main dining roomAUD 1,750
Private room, up to 18AUD 33,000 min spend
4.5Google, 3,009 reviews

“We were seated right by the window, offering an absolutely breathtaking view of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House, and the Harbour Bridge.”

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The Jackson superyacht TopLast seats

The Jackson superyacht

NYE on the water

Front row on the harbourBoard 7pm, King St Wharf 1, back 1am
Adults onlyOn the water
  • Six-hour drinks package including Veuve Clicquot
  • Food stations through the night
  • Both the 9pm and midnight fireworks from the water
  • 18+, superyacht stylish dress
FromAUD 2,450per person
All-inclusive ticketAUD 2,450
4.6Google, 124 reviews

“The vessel itself is stunning and impeccably maintained.”

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Opera Bar, Sydney Opera House TopOn sale

Opera Bar, Sydney Opera House

NYE at Opera Bar

Harbour front, Bridge on one side, Opera House on the other5pm to 2am, Thu 31 Dec
PartyGroups
  • VIP: champagne, caviar, oysters and a seat
  • A Magnum of Taittinger at 9pm and midnight on VIP
  • VIP Lounge: hosted table for up to 8
  • One ticket release only
FromAUD 850per person
VIP Lounge, up to 8 guestsAUD 14,000
VIPAUD 1,295
General AdmissionAUD 850
4.5Google, 13,294 reviews

“You're sitting right by the water with a full view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge on one side and the Sydney Opera House on the other.”

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Captain Cook Cruises MidOn sale

Captain Cook Cruises

Sydney 2000 and Starship

Inside the fireworks exclusion zoneBoard from 6:30pm, King St Wharf 1, back about 1am
Reserved seatFamily
  • Sydney 2000 Ocean Deck: four courses, midnight supper, bottomless Chandon
  • Window seat upgrade on Sydney 2000 for AUD 150
  • Starship: grazing stations, wine, beer and a live band
  • Reserved seating on board, all ages with an adult
FromAUD 1,599per person
Sydney 2000, Ocean DeckAUD 2,050
Starship SydneyAUD 1,599
4.3Google, 733 reviews

“Easily the best cruise experience in Sydney!”

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Aria, 1 Macquarie Street MidOn sale

Aria, 1 Macquarie Street

NYE at Aria

Opera House and harbour from the dining roomEarly 5pm, Main Event 7:30pm, Cocktail Party 9pm
Reserved tableFamily
  • Main Event: six courses with premium wine pairing
  • Champagne on arrival and at midnight
  • Cocktail Party: three-hour drinks package with canapés
  • Early dinner with a children's menu
FromAUD 350per person
Main EventAUD 1,950
Cocktail PartyAUD 795
Early DiningAUD 350
4.5Google, 2,466 reviews

“The quintessential Sydney restaurant.”

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Blu Bar on 36, Shangri-La MidOn sale

Blu Bar on 36, Shangri-La

Golden Hour to Midnight

Harbour panorama from Level 367:30pm to 12:30am, Thu 31 Dec
Adults onlyCocktails
  • Grazing stations and canapés
  • Premium drinks all night
  • Mostly standing, limited seating
  • 18+ with photo ID
FromAUD 1,349per person
Golden Hour to MidnightAUD 1,349
4.0Google, 1,404 reviews

“Best cocktail view in Sydney.”

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Taronga Zoo, Mosman ValueSelling fast

Taronga Zoo, Mosman

New Year's Eve at Taronga

The whole harbour from across the waterEntry from 6pm, exit 12:15am to 1am
FamilyBest value
  • Emerald: N'Galawa Terrace, premium food and drinks, 18+
  • Silver: the Concert Lawns, families welcome
  • Harbour panorama from the north shore
  • Parking add-on available
FromAUD 245per adult
Emerald, 18+AUD 802.50
Silver, adultAUD 245
Silver, childAUD 125
4.5Google, 36,435 reviews

“The location of the zoo with a view of Sydney Harbour in and of itself is iconic.”

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Opera Australia, Sydney Opera House ValueOn sale

Opera Australia, Sydney Opera House

Opera Gala or La Bohème, plus Midnight Party

Midnight Party in the Northern FoyerCurtain 7:45pm, party to midnight
Reserved seatCulture
  • Opera Gala in the Concert Hall, or La Bohème in the Joan Sutherland Theatre
  • Your own reserved theatre seat
  • Platinum adds pre-show dinner, interval champagne and the Midnight Party
  • Pre-show dinner at 5:30pm, three courses with wine
FromAUD 249per person
Platinum packageAUD 1,956
Pre-show DinnerAUD 499
Midnight PartyAUD 499
Show ticketAUD from 249
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Good to know

A few tips from us to make the night run smoothly.

Dubai

Be in Downtown by 4pm

Roads around the Burj Khalifa close from 4pm on the 31st. We plan your transfer and hotel so you arrive early and relaxed, with time for sunset.

Dubai

Wristbands are collected on the 30th

Downtown restaurants issue access wristbands before the day. We arrange collection on 30 December so the night itself is straightforward.

Dubai

Two shows, one city

The Burj Khalifa show is the headline, and the Palm, Marina and Ain Dubai light up at the same moment. Pick the skyline you want in your photos.

Sydney

Want a guaranteed seat?

Public vantage points around the harbour are standing room. For your own table, choose Bennelong, Altitude, Aria, Opera Bar VIP or a dining cruise.

Sydney

Two shows: 9pm and midnight

The 9pm show suits families with children. Every experience in this collection covers the midnight show.

Both cities

The best tables go first

Window tables, cabanas and the top cruise decks sell out weeks ahead. Lock in the experience now, then we build the rest of the trip around it.