Entertainment
26 December, 2023
Ring in the New Year
WITH 2024 just 10 days away, now is the time to lock in your New Year’s Eve celebration plans.
There’s a selection of free events offered across the Cairns region on Sunday, December 31, as well as ticketed dining, partying and dancing – even a poolside barbecue.
Welcome in the New Year at one of three venues across the region with free events from Cairns Regional Council.
Cairns Regional Council’s New Year’s Eve firework displays will be held at the family friendly time of 8.30pm at the Cairns Esplanade, Palm Cove jetty and Edmonton’s Walker Rd sports precinct.
For the traditionalists, there will also be midnight fireworks at the Cairns Esplanade.
Also, on offer from 6.45pm on December 31 – enjoy a free movie screening of the 1988 musical adventure film, The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking, on the Esplanade and at Walker Rd sports precinct, Edmonton.
Bring your picnic and rug to enjoy the movie before the fireworks display.
The family movies are alcohol-free events, no alcohol will be sold or permitted to be brought into the venues.
The movies and fireworks may be cancelled at short notice in the event of unfavourable or unsafe weather conditions.
Please refer to the council’s Facebook page for status changes at short notice as well as road closures for the festivities.
Reef Hotel Casino
Reef Hotel Casino is boasting the biggest party in town and inviting everyone to ring in 2024 with entertainment including Big Noise live and Big Hits with DJ Sonya.
Or welcome in the New Year at Don Julio’s Funhouse – Don Julio’s Steampunk Symposium and Shindig at RHC’s BAR36. Enjoy retro band Funhouse from 10pm to 2am, Beats by the Doctor and a balloon explosion at midnight.
If fine dining is more your style, then the New Year’s Eve degustation dinner at Tamarind might be for you.
Visit www.reefcasino.com.au for more information.
Cazaly’s Cairns
Perhaps you’d prefer to ‘cruise’ into the New Year with Cazaly’s Cairns.
Enjoy live bands, roving entertainment, Ships Bogan Bingo, Love Boat Trivia, beer tasting, cocktails in the Tiki Bar and entertainment for the kids; or book in for the Captain’s Dinner, a two-course menu plus reserved stage seating and welcome bubbles.
Visit https://cazalys.com.au/event/nye-at-cazalys/
Crystalbrook Collection
As the year draws to a close, Crystalbrook Collection invites you to welcome 2024 in style with an array of New Year’s Eve events across its nine restaurants and bars.
Whether you’re seeking a sophisticated dining experience, a rooftop cocktail party withpanoramic views, or the coolest vibes in town, the many venues promise a New Year’s Eve to remember. At Crystalbrook Riley, settle in for an early or late seating at Paper Crane and enjoy delicious Asian fusion food and good company.
Glam up for an unforgettable evening and embrace the New Year 12 floors up at Rocco, also at Crystalbrook Riley.
Enjoy live music and unparalleled views of the Cairns fireworks display to bring you a truly enchanting night, as you bid goodbye to 2023 and bring in the New Year.
Calypso Club at Crystalbrook Riley is open to the public with reservations via the website.
Celebrate the New Year with fireworks at Cairns’ newest restaurant and bar and bring in 2024 in style.
Join Crystalbrook Flynn’s Italian New Year’s Eve where you can indulge in a tropical Italian affair with a four or five-course set menu with a welcome drink. Choose an early dining experience or immerse yourself in the evening festivities.
Make this New Year’s Eve dazzling at Whiskey and Wine at Crystalbook Flynn. Sip champagne under the stars, enjoy a premium 3.5-hour food and drinks package, live music, and breathtaking views of the Cairns Esplanade fireworks at midnight.
Boardwalk Social New Year’s Eve includes live bands, DJs, pop-up bars, and more. Walk-ins are welcome, or book a table of 10 or more. Located at Crystalbrook Flynn, entry is free, and the celebration lasts from 11am till late.
