Melbourne New Years Eve

The city of Melbourne is the host to the greatest and the most extravagant of New Years celebrations in Australia. The Melbourne New Years Eve calls in for massive celebrations stretching to the extent of the River Yarra from Swan Street Bridge to Waterfront City, Docklands. The night is free for all to participate and the event promises to be an stimulating experience.

On New Years Eve the Melbourne city skyline is lit up in to a rainbow of colors and sounds. The special family fireworks that are displayed at 9:15 pm add to the sparkle of the New Year. This is the first set of the spectacular fireworks to be added. The midnight celebrations light the sky with even more spectacular fireworks.

Venues of the New Years Eve celebration

There are six different venues from where you can see the celebrations in all their splendor. The venues are-

- Waterfront City, Docklands - The rock bands will make you rock to their tunes.
- Alexandra Gardens - It is the center of fun and activities that you can enjoy with your entire family. After this there are the family musical entertainment shows. Along with these are the wonderful selections of movies that children will surely enjoy.
- Federation Square - Along with the sparkle of the fire works there are also the performances by the rock and the reggae bands and it can be enjoyed with the whole family.
- Southgate Arts & Leisure Precinct - The mask face painting is the specialty in the New Year celebrations along with the performances of famous bands.
- Birrarung Marr - It is the best place for all the youth of Melbourne as there are competitions for bands and the latest of films are screened in the amphitheatre.
- New Quay - Here one gets to feel the spirit of the carnival with a Latin touch. The light shows are spectacular and so are the stilt walkers, fire twirlers and the jugglers.

The New Years Eve celebrations at Melbourne is a great night indeed with live performances, roving performers, DJs, and lots of entertainment programs that can be enjoyed by the entire family. There are many activities and events for children.
Best viewing sites

The Princes Bridge and the Crown Entertainment Complex are the best places from where the fireworks can be viewed.

Transport - The best way to arrive at Melbourne at this time of the year would be by public transport consisting of trains and trams.

Remember to reach the spots early so that you can get the best view. There are chances of getting lost and so keep your companions close.

Hotels in Melbourne
Pacific International Suites Hotel	Quest On William Hotel
Clarion Suites Gateway Hotel	Quest Royal Gardens hotel
Somerset On Elizabeth hotel	Medina Executive South Yarra Hotel