1. Celebrate with a bang
The fireworks are back with a bang. Set up at your favourite spot down near Lake Burley Griffin and enjoy local artists providing roving entertainment from 6-8.45pm on December 31, before the sky lights up with spectacular fireworks displays at 9pm and midnight. The fireworks will launch from central, west and east basins so there will be plenty of room to spread out on the lake foreshore, and remember to stay COVID-safe. Or, to get a panoramic view, you could always take advantage of the great views from Black Mountain Nature Reserve, Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve and Red Hill Nature Reserve. Go to events.canberra.com.au/new-years-eve for all the information you need.
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2. Good year or good riddance?
Either way, head out to Contentious Character winery for a special celebration. Tickle the tastebuds with a special four-course menu at $140 per person. Add on paired wines at $180 per person. For something more casual, book the Garden Party Barbecue. It's a cover charge of $30 per person to enjoy the views and live music from the Guitar Case Troubadours, Jeff and Deej Duo, and the Lying Cheating Bastards. From 6.30pm to 9.30pm, the barbecue will be firing and the bar pouring drinks. Please note that food and drinks are not included in the cover charge. To book for either event, go to contentiouscharacter.com.au
3. Take your partner
Do-si-do your way into the new year with a bush dance at the iconic Yarralumla Woolshed hosted by the Monaro Folk Society. There'll be live music from the Stringfiddle Band, led by Bob McInnes, and fun dances taught by the famous caller Don Richmond. No experience needed. BYO food and drinks. No need to book. Entry $25, $23 for groups and concessions, $20 for MFS members, students $13 and under 18 free. From 8pm December 31, until 12.30am. Text 0413295004 for more information. Entry requires proof of double vaccination or medical exemption.
4. Party like an animal
Celebrate happy zoo year with a fun family event at the National Zoo and Aquarium. On December 31, from 5.30-7.30pm there'll be games and activities for the whole family, including a silent disco where you can bust some moves alongside the animals. There'll also be the chance to explore some of the zoo at twilight. Tickets adults $45, child $25, family (2 adults and 3 children) $110. Proceeds support the Lion Recovery Fund. Bookings at nationalzoo.rezdy.com
5. NYE garden party
Bring in the New Year with a garden party at the Hyatt Hotel. From 6.30-10pm, enjoy a buffet dinner in Rose Courtyard including active cooking stations, seafood selection, quintessential barbecue, and a glass of Veuve Clicquot on arrival. Within a five-minute walk to Lake Burley Griffin, the Hyatt Hotel Canberra is a great location to enjoy a beautiful dinner, with live music, before making your way to see the fireworks. $185 per adult and $92.50 per child (6-12 years old). To book call 6269 8901.
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Karen Hardy
I've covered a few things here at The Canberra Times over the years, from sport to education. But now I get to write about the fun stuff - where to eat, what to do, places to go, people to see. Let me know about your favourite things. Email: karen.hardy@canberratimes.com.au
I've covered a few things here at The Canberra Times over the years, from sport to education. But now I get to write about the fun stuff - where to eat, what to do, places to go, people to see. Let me know about your favourite things. Email: karen.hardy@canberratimes.com.au
