Party like its 2026 - New Year’s Eve in the Tweed

THE Tweed will be awash with colour and light this New Year’s Eve as the region welcomes 2026 with events, gigs and celebrations across the shire.

Public events include the Twin Towns fireworks at Jack Evans Boat Harbour at 9 pm and 12 am, and the Cabarita Beach Hotel fireworks at 8 pm and 12 am.

At Twin Towns, live music from 3 pm includes the Abby Skye Band and The Aliens, with Rewind taking the stage at Twin Town Juniors.

Club Banora will host The Hodads and regional favourite Fat Albert for the countdown with fireworks at 9 pm.

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Living in the 70s plays Club Tweed on New Year’s Eve. Photo: SUPPLIED

The Murwillumbah Leagues Club offers family-friendly vibes and enough for the grown-ups to kick on with free entry from 3-5 pm, 2020 smokehouse feasts from 3 pm until sold out, a jumping castle and kids’ activities, bistro dining and live music from 9 pm until late.

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At Club Tweed, it’s all about the retro with Living in the 70s, with disco balls, funky vibes, and non-stop 70s hits all night long.

Dress to impress – bell bottoms, platforms, sequins, and all.

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Delicious traditional smoked BBQ is on offer from 2020 Smokehouse amid family friendly fun at Murwillumbah Leagues Club. Photo: SUPPLIED

Tweed River House offers an elegant dinner option with a five or seven-course NYE tasting menu from 5.30 pm.

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Seagulls Club hosts live music, dancing, and celebrations, kicking off with The Bongo Boys, followed by High Voltage and The AC/DC Experience in a night of anthems, fireworks, and signature Seagulls energy.

Kids and family activities include a magic show at 4 pm.

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There are many options to cheer in the New Year across the Tweed, from fine dining to beach fireworks and everything in between. Photo: KATERYNA HLIZNITSOVA

The Kingscliff Beach Hotel comes alive with Midnight Fiesta in collaboration with Casamigos, offering a night of music, margaritas, and a massive celebration by the beach with the last happy hour of the year.

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New Year’s Eve by the Lake in Cabarita is a family-friendly celebration in a relaxed outdoor setting with live music, food stalls, and fireworks over the water.

Ideal for families and groups wanting to enjoy the atmosphere before midnight. Bring picnic blankets, chairs, and a cooler.

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At Pottsville’s Black Drop Café, a Greek Feast of culinary masterpieces features the freshest seasonal produce sourced from local farmers. Reservations are essential.

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