New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve at Opera Bar
Thursday, 31st December, 2026
We rang in 2026 at Sydney’s most spectacular harbourside celebration. Opera Bar NYE is a standing festival-style event designed for you to explore multiple entertainment zones, dance to live bands and DJs, and discover roaming performers throughout the venue.
In 2025 were delighted to present Cosmic Universe – a celestial celebration like no other. The experience brought cosmic wonder throughout the venue, reimagining the space as an illuminated solar system bringing the Milky Way to life, set against Sydney’s glittering harbour. Inspired by galaxies, nebulas, and cosmic landscapes, the design creates immersive installations with bold lighting and creative effects that blur the line between party venue and outer space.
Planning ahead for 2026? Register your interest below.
Terms & Conditions
- All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Valid photo ID matching the name on the ticket is required for entry.
- Name changes can be made up to 24 hours prior to the event through Iwannaticket. It is the responsibility of the ticket holder to process any name changes.
- Opera Bar reserves the right to refuse entry to any guest who does not meet entry requirements or who poses a risk to the safety and enjoyment of other guests.
- The safety and security of our visitors, patrons and staff is our highest priority. The Opera House works closely with the NSW Police and other relevant authorities to ensure a safe and secure environment.
• As a condition of entry, bag inspections and electronic screening will be carried out at entry. Please follow the directions of Opera House staff and be aware of prohibited items.
• We recommend you travel lightly and be aware that alcohol, glass and metal containers, any dangerous or illegal items, large umbrellas, tent structures and portable chairs, are not permitted as per our Conditions of Entry for New Year’s Eve.
• If you are attending an event in an internal venue, backpacks and bags larger than A4 size, will need to be cloaked
- This is an 18+ event. Valid photo ID is required for entry.
- Minors will not be permitted entry under any circumstances.
For those requiring assistance, wheelchair or lift access please contact opb@applejackhospitality.com.au and SOH
+61 2 9250 7777 or email: accessibility@sydneyoperahouse.com.
Those requiring assistance will have priority access to Opera Bar event.
- All guests must comply with venue rules and staff directions at all times.
- Opera Bar reserves the right to remove any guest whose behaviour is deemed inappropriate, disruptive, or unsafe without refund.
- Responsible service of alcohol applies. Intoxicated guests may be asked to leave the premises, without cause for refund.
- Package inclusions are as stated and cannot be substituted or exchanged for cash value.
Entertainment, food, and beverage offerings are subject to change without notice. - Please note that last entry to Sydney Opera House precinct will be 10pm. Lock outs will be imposed. No refunds will be provided for guests arriving late to the event.
- This is an outdoor event. The event will proceed in wet weather.
- In the unlikely event of cancellation due to circumstances beyond our control, ticket holders will be notified via email and refunds will be processed.
By attending this event, you consent to being photographed and filmed. Images and footage may be used for promotional purposes.
Opera Bar and its operators accept no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage to personal property.
Guests attend at their own risk.
Opera Bar and its operators are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage incurred during the event except where required by law.

