There’s no better way to ring in the New Year than with a fireworks display and we have the complete guide to where to get the best vantage points across the Northern Beaches. 

Northern Beaches Council is hosting several free family-friendly sites for the community to enjoy the festivities - some with great water views. 

Fireworks will light up the night skies for approximately 10-12 minutes at the following locations:

• Frenchs Forest – 9pm, Lionel Watts Reserve, Blackbutts Road
• Dee Why – 9pm, Ted Jackson Reserve, Dee Why Beach 
• Bayview – 9pm, Winnererremy Bay, Mona St, Mona Vale
• Manly – 9pm, East & West Esplanade, Manly Cove
• Bayview – Midnight, Winnererremy Bay, Mona St, Mona Vale 

Families are encouraged to bring your own picnic or purchase takeaway from one of the many local restaurants and enjoy the fireworks spectacular!

For the safety of the public, there will be road closures in place around Dee Why and Manly. Please be mindful of the road closures when planning your journey and get public transport where possible.

Please note alcohol is prohibited at Dee Why, Frenchs Forest, Bayview and Manly (East Esplanade) from 8pm-8am. Alcohol is prohibited 24hrs a day at West Esplanade Reserve. There is also no glass at Lionel Watts Reserve. 

To ensure compliance with fireworks exclusion zone requirements, Rowland Reserve at Bayview will be closed. Families can enjoy the fireworks from multiple outdoor vantage points around the bay.

This event is subject to weather conditions. For updates on the day follow @beachescouncil on Facebook and Instagram. 

Council will be offsetting the emissions from the NYE fireworks displays.

Note: We recommend that you keep pets indoors during the fireworks.

We welcome everyone to our events. If you have any accessibility or inclusion requirements in order to participate fully, please let us know prior to attending on 02 8495 5436 or events@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

Find out more details on the 2023 New Year’s Eve celebrations.