SUNSHINE COAST NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATIONS 2026
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Ring in the New Year, Sunshine Coast!
We’re counting down to the biggest night of the year — and the Sunshine Coast is turning it on!
Join us for Sunshine Coast New Year’s Eve, with fireworks lighting up Mooloolaba, Coolum, and Caloundra. Grab the family, pack your picnic blanket, and get ready for a night of coastal sparkle!
At Mooloolaba, the party kicks off from 5pm, with live music, roving performers, food trucks and two massive fireworks shows at 8:30pm and midnight. Prefer something closer to home? Coolum and Caloundra have earlier family-friendly shows too — perfect for the kids (and the early sleepers!).
All events are glass-free and alcohol-free, so you can relax, enjoy, and focus on the fun.
Let’s welcome 2026 together — under the stars, by the sea, and with plenty of MIX FM magic.
Mooloolaba
What to Expect:
- Event celebrations from 5pm–midnight
- Live music and stage performances
- Roving performers and family-friendly entertainment
- Food trucks with plenty of dinner + dessert options
- Local cafés and restaurants along the Esplanade open late
- Two fireworks displays: 8:30pm (family-friendly) & midnight
- Alcohol- and glass-free event zone
- Public transport, ferries, taxis and rideshare available
- Supervised BikePark for bikes/scooters
- Very limited parking — arrive early
Coolum Beach
What to Expect:
- Relaxed, family-friendly NYE atmosphere
- Early fireworks at 8:30pm
- Great viewing areas along the beach
- Access to nearby cafés, takeaway spots & local eateries
- Alcohol- and glass-free environment
- Public transport and rideshare access recommended
- Ideal for families wanting an earlier night
Caloundra
What to Expect:
- Family-friendly coastal celebration
- Fireworks at 9:30pm
- Viewing areas around Bulcock Beach & surrounds
- Access to local restaurants, cafés and food outlets
- Alcohol- and glass-free policies in place
- Public transport and rideshare options available
- Perfect for those wanting mid-evening fireworks without staying out late
