Get excited, we have (almost) officially made it to the end of 2020, and if there is one thing worth celebrating, it is that. Luckily for us, there are MANY local venues that know how to throw a party sure to shake off the last 12 months. In style, of course.
Which is quite obviously, exactly what we need. In honour of that, here is our ultimate guide for some unforgettable parties to choose from this New Year’s Eve to ensure 2021 gets exactly the high vibe welcome it deserves.
JW MARRIOTT GOLD COAST RESORT & SPA
The brand new, and extremely sophisticated JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa will be hosting a night to remember in three of their venues on New Year’s Eve.
Citrique
Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful banquets on the Coast, Citrique is offering a night of interactive dining with live cooking stations, a four-hour premium beverage package including Moet Champagne, and live entertainment. Adults are $375pp, teens are $199pp, children 5 to 12 are $150pp, and children 3 and 4 are $50pp. To book, call +61 7 5592 9800.
Chapter & Verse
Ring in 2021 with a four-hour canapé and beverage package at Chapter & Verse. You’ll get a welcome signature cocktail and live entertainment until late. Tickets are $129pp here.
Misono
The stunning Japanese restaurant has several banquet options on offer, all served with Miso Soup, Misono Salad, hibachi vegetables, prawn appetizers, hibachi chicken rice, and a special dessert. Packages start at $180pp and include an array of extra dishes dependent on the package you choose. There’s a vegetarian option too. A two-hour beverage package is included in the price of each. Yum. To book, call +61 7 5592 9800.
Where: 158 Ferny Ave, Surfers Paradise
THE STAR GOLD COAST
Kiyomi
Farewell 2020 in style with the freshest of ingredients, exquisitely prepared for a night to remember. There’ll be two seatings – one at 5.30pm and one at 8.30pm – both include a set menu for two and a glass of champagne on arrival. Tickets are $154.35pp and it’s sure to be a magical number. Find yours here.
Nineteen at The Star
For a five-star New Year’s Eve experience, choose from two sittings on the rooftop at Nineteen at the Star – the Sunset Menu or the Moonlight Menu. At Sunset you’ll get a six-course dinner experience for $160 per adult and $75 per child (12 and under). The Moonlight Menu is seven courses and $220 per adult. Both will be incredibly filled with decadent dishes and unrivaled views. For tickets, please contact nineteengc@star.com.au
Garden Kitchen & Bar – The Lawn
Celebrate on The Lawn in style with a Picnic Package for you and seven friends. From 8pm until late you can enjoy a three-hour beverage package with snack food for $999* for a group of eight people. It’s sure to be a relaxed, unforgettable night. For bookings, call 07 5592 8757 or email stargcdining@star.com.au
Imperial at The Star
Sample the very best in Chinese cuisine with an à la carte menu or Banquet Menu. Sit from 5.30pm or 7.45pm and enjoy a shared banquet for two with a glass of champagne on arrival. Tickets are $164.65pp here.
Where: Casino Dr, Broadbeach
THE ISLAND GOLD COAST – GLASSHOUSE
Treat yourself to something special at The Island Gold Coast’s glittering party this New Year’s Eve. You’ll enjoy DJs, immersive pop-up displays, roaming performers, special guests, and more. Roll up from 8pm for a 4.5-hour food and drinks package including premium spirits, premium tap beers and cider, wine, French sparkling with delicious canapés. Tickets are $159pp here.
Where: 3128 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise
QT GOLD COAST
Yamagen
Experience Yamagen’s finest dishes designed by Executive Chef, Adam Lane, with a seven-course Japanese degustation menu, paired with a glass of champagne on arrival. Masterful bartenders will be serving whisky infused cocktails, highballs and spirits to order. Tickets are $195 per person and there are three seating times to choose from. It’ll be an evening to remember. Get tickets here.
Bazaar at QT
Wander a mosaic of interactive food markets to see in the New Year at Bazaar at QT, with a chance of over-indulging with bubbles and a decadent feast including Moreton Bay bugs and Green Prawns. Seating times are available from 5.30pm. Tickets are $129pp for adults (including a glass of Mumm champagne on arrival, teens (13 – 17 years) are $89pp, children (5 – 12 years) are $39pp and under 4 years are free. Grab yours here.
Stingray Lounge
Take a much-needed trip around the world this NYE at QT’s Stingray Lounge. You’ll get a QT branded passport at the door and then stamp your destination to receive a unique experiential cocktail for every country you visit. Bottomless in-flight food, first-class treatment, and live entertainment will bring your travel experience to life. Upgrade your ticket and pop-off New Years’ in style by reserving a seat in the first-class lounge complete with bottle service, a designated hostess, and in-flight perks. Tickets from $139 here.
Where: 7 Staghorn Ave, Surfers Paradise
PALAZZO VERSACE
Vanitas
Set within exquisite surrounds, Vanitas offers extravagance at its finest. Begin the evening with a glass of Krug and caviar followed by an elegant six-course degustation paired with only the finest of wines. Perfectly situated overlooking the Water Salon, welcome 2021 with a pyrotechnic spectacle and enchanting string quartet. The event begins at 8pm and tickets are $695pp.
Water Salon Soiree
Begin 2021 under the stars as Palazzo Versace’s Water Salon is transformed into a spectacular array of pyrotechnics, roving entertainment with a DJ. Indulge with an array of mouth-watering food stations, canapes and free-flowing beverages as you celebrate the end of one year and the beginning of another at the Gold Coast’s most fashionable address. Kicking off at 9pm, tickets are $395pp.
Il Barocco Restaurant
For an Italian cuisine affair, Il Barocco offers a three and four-course shared dining experience complemented with free-flowing beverages overlooking the Water Salon pyrotechnic spectacle and music della vita. The first sitting will take place from 6pm to 8pm, adult tickets are $359pp and children 4 to 17 years are $249pp. The second sitting is from 9pm to 12am, adult tickets are $495, children 4 to 17 years are $385pp.
Where: 94 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach
SOUTHPORT YACHT CLUB
Its Reggae Night at Southport Yacht Club’s New Year’s Eve bash. Dust off your tie-dyed shirts and crochet beanies and dance the night away to the reggae sounds of Kulaz. Grab a pre-dinner Pina Colada, Mojito or a Caribbean Breeze and then kick back while you’re served an amazing four-course plated Caribbean style dinner. There’ll be prizes for best-dressed, best reggae dancer and best-dressed couple. The good time kicks off at 6.30pm and tickets are $109 for adults and $59 for children here.
Where: 1 MacArthur Pde, Main Beach
HYDE PARADISO
Enjoy an exquisite New Year’s Eve event overlooking the ocean in Surfers Paradise at the stunning Hyde Paradiso. From 8pm you’ll enjoy a four-hour beverage package including beer, wine and spirits, bread and dips on arrival, three tapas plates per person, and a cheese and charcuterie platter to finish. Tickets are $295pp for a minimum of four people. You can also choose a VIP Oceanfront Booth, the private Sgroppino Room or a VIP Balcony table for two. It’s sure to be a sparkly one – all bookings via reservations@hydeparadiso.com
Where: Level 2/8 The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise
SHERATON GRAND MIRAGE RESORT
Terraces Restaurant
Bid farewell to 2020 with the whole family at Terraces Restaurant with a seafood dinner experience and glass of sparkling wine for adults on arrival. Tickets are $220 for adults, $139 for teens, $89 for children 5 to 12 years and children under 4 eat free. Grab yours here.
Oyster Bar and Grill
The elegant, modern dining setting in Oyster Bar & Grill is providing a lavish seven-course degustation dinner with matching wines to toast to the New Year. Tickets are $349pp here.
Horizons
The delightful Horizons is providing a lavish seven-course degustation dinner with matching wines to toast to the New Year. Tickets are $349 here.
Where: 71 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach
INTERCONTINENTAL SANCTUARY COVE RESORT
MacArthur’s Ballroom
Experience a show-stopping VIP Masquerade Ball designed to add unprecedented sparkle and mystery to your night. You’ll indulge in gourmet canapés, a four-course menu designed by Executive Chef Matt Hart, and a five-hour beverage package for $299pp. Phone 07 5501 9891, email bneqleventplanning@ihg.com and find out more here.
Cove Café
It’s guaranteed to be a good time at Cove Café, with everything from taco bars to oyster shucking and liquid nitrogen ice-cream installations. Adults will get a welcome glass of sparkling and everyone can wander down to the water to watch the midnight fireworks. Tickets are $155 per adult, $74 per teenager (12-17 years) including soft drinks and juice, $49 per child (5-11 years) including soft drinks and juice, and children under 4 years are free. Find tickets here.
Where: Manor Ct, Sanctuary Cove
HILTON SURFERS PARADISE
With live entertainment, a seafood dinner, desserts, and a drinks package for almost three hours, say ‘sayonara’ to 2020 in style at Hilton Surfers Paradise. In the heart of Surfers Paradise, dinner will be served up at Catch Restaurant, and costs $145 per person. Book by calling (07) 5680 8000.
Where: 6 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise
SOUTHPORT SHARKS
The last event with tickets still available, say ‘Aloha’ to 2021, ringing in the New Year courtesy of Cabana Bar & Lounge at Southport Sharks. With Hawaiian-inspired tapas food, cocktails and a DJ spinning the tunes, the action kicks off from 7.30pm. With minimum spend amounts applying, register your interest for the event here.
Where: Olsen Ave & Musgrave Ave, Southport
SEA WORLD RESORT
With tickets still left for the New Year’s Eve Family Dinner from 6pm-8pm, enjoy a laid-back celebration with your entire crew at Sea World Resort in Main Beach. Offering up a three-course dinner and drinks package at the Shoreline Restaurant, tickets are $19 for infants, $49 for children and $99 for adults. Find out more here.
Where: Seaworld Dr, Main Beach
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