Goat Island
- Ticketed (paid)
- Sold Out
- BYO alcohol allowed
- Toilets
- Balmain East
The island is located between the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Balmain. You’ll enjoy uninterrupted views of the Sydney fireworks to the west side of the bridge.
Admission, hours and capacity
Admission
Tickets are required.
All tickets have been sold. Visit NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Hours
6:30pm – 12:15am
Capacity
Holds up to 780 people
About the Site
Food and beverages
No food for sale but you can bring your own
Alcohol
You can bring your own alcohol
Toilets
Toilets are available but accessible facilities aren’t provided
Drinking water
Drinking water stations are available
Restrictions
- No drones
- No camping
- No pets
- No busking
- No sunshades
Entry conditions
- Bag checks on entry
Location & Access
Goat Island, Balmain East
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Getting here
Ferry
Ferries depart from Barangaroo wharf 6.30pm and 7.15pm and return from Barangaroo wharf.
Getting home
Pedestrian diversions will be in place on New Year’s Eve. The way you leave may be different to how you arrived. Be prepared for a longer walk to transport hubs.
Ferry
Ferries depart from Goat Island until 1:15am
Fireworks viewing guide
What you need to know to enjoy the celebration harbourside.



