Next date: Thursday, 31 December 2026 | 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Say goodbye to 2026 and kick off the new year with a bang on Wednesday, December 31!
The ever-popular New Year’s Eve River Party brought to you by Mackay Festivals and Mackay Regional Council is back from 6pm - 9pm.
This free community event is a favourite among locals and visitors alike. There will be non-stop entertainment for the whole family featuring amusement rides, food vendors, market stalls, local musicians, and entertainment.
The NYE River Party will be topped off with the 9pm and midnight fireworks!
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Cookie Monster on stage with Elmo
Family sitting on the ground for NY Party
Food vender on New Years Eve
Children standing behind a barrier
Two volunteers holding the broacher
Family standing with Elmo
Four kids with glowsticks standing with three police officers
A performer singing and playing a guitar
The crouwd watching the stage getting dark
Bluewater Quay, 10 River Street, Mackay, 4740, View map
10 River Street , Mackay 4740
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