Port Albert New Year's Eve Fireworks
Port Albert's New Year's Eve Fireworks is a signature event for region.
This annual event attracts thousands of people to the town with a fun-filled event schedule that combines markets, food trucks, and free kids activities and the finale being the free fireworks display.
This spectacular event is co-ordinated by the Port Albert Progress Association.
2025 Event Details
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Event Location: Rutters Park, Bay Street Port Albert.
Event Date/Time: Twighlight markets opens at 6pm Dec 31st with the fireworks display at approximately 9.30pm (see full event schedule below).
Event Cost: Gold coin donation to help fund this free event is collected at the gate by volunteers.
Event Set-up: This is an open air event which is held at Rutters Park. We encourage you to bring down your picnic rug and chairs and enjoy dusk on the foreshore (bring your bug spray). This is a family friendly event so we encourage pets to be on a leash.
Payment Options: We recommend the use of cash as some EFTPOS machine struggle with low Internet coverage.
What's On: Markets, Food & Drink Vendors, Children's Activities, plus Local Shops will also be open (activities are weather dependant). **EVENT CLOSED**
Fireworks: The spectacular fireworks display will start approximatley 9.30pm. **Please ensure that all pets are secured.**
Communications: Please follow our Facebook page for up to the minute event annoucements. Visit Facebook >>>
Join the online conversation by using the hashtag #NYEPortAlbert on your social media posts.
Brought to you by the Port Albert Progress Association.
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What's on at the Port!
Food Trucks
There is a diverse range of cuisines, along with hot and cold beverage stalls. From dinner, snacks to sweet desserts.
Market Stalls
Wander through the various market stalls to see a range of personal products, toys and gifts.
Family Activities
We've got entertainment for the whole family. Bring the kids, enjoy the playground, entertainment, and games in the park.
Childrens Activities
Make sure you come down to the park early and enjoy the FREE kids activities and games that are available.
Local Shops
There is a range of local cafes and restaurants that are open and serving, both eat-in or takeaway on
New Year's Eve.
Fireworks Display
The spectacular New Year's Eve Fireworks display will start approximatley 9.30pm.
2025 Food & Drink
Lions Club: BBQ, Hot Dogs, Cold Drinks, Popcorn.
Big Bears Donuts: Donuts and Coffee.
Oz Whip Gelato: Soft Serve, Gelati, Hot Jam.
Gippsland Jersey: Milkshakes (Cancelled).
Devlish Donuts: Variety of Donuts.
Rosedale Pad Thai: Thai Food.
Dream Organic Coffee: Coffee, Tea, Raw Slices, Softdrinks.
Wheelie Good Pizza: Woodfired Pizza & Drinks.
The Juicy Momo: Dumplings, Empanadas & Fried Noodles.
Delish Turkish Street Food: (Cancelled).
Slinky Spuds: Twisty Spuds and Cold Drinks.
Phaeo’s Thai Kitchen: Thai Dishes
Hagoo PTY LTD: Langos, Burek, Crepes, Soft Drinks Jelly Cups.
The Naked Spud: Baked Potatoes.
The Breezy Brew: Coffee, Milkshakes, Frappes.
LOCAL CAFE AND RESTAURANTS
Port Albert Fresh Seafoods:
Burgers, Fish & Chips, Coffee, Hot & Cold Drinks (Open Lunch to 10pm).
Port Albert Fish & Chip Co:
Full menu including gummy shark, rock flat, tiger flathead, salads, coffees cakes and more.
(Opens 11am to 8pm)
VerSicilia Ristorante:
Italian Restaurant (Open 2pm to 10.30pm).
Port Albert Trader:
Picnic Platters, Pumpkin Steak / Grain Salad, Pesto Pasta Salad, Hot Dogs, Dimmies, Potato Cakes, Nuggets, Pluto Pups plus Slushies, Cold Drinks and Tiramisu. (Open Lunch to 10pm).
Port Albert General Store:
Snacks and Drinks.
2025 Family Activities
Make sure you arrive early and enjoy the FREE family activities for the kids.
From 6.00pm, we have Face Painting, Large Board Games, Petting Zoo, Plaster Mould Painting, as well as selling Glow Sticks ($2 Ea).
2025 Market Items
Licenced sporting goods and tin signs.
Showbags and toys.
Kids clothing and accessories.
Fairy floss, sour straps and flashing toys.
African jewellery pieces & handicrafts.
Henna tattoos.
Arch support thongs.
Ladies and childrens clothing (new).
Camp chairs, hoodies, beanies and accessories.
Kids plaster moulds.
Soy wax candles, beauty products.
Kids clothing and accessories/3D printing.
Phone accessories and kids toys.
Woollen jumpers, antique brass items e.g door handles and singing bowls.
Gin, Gin fusion products, gin and juice cans.
Custom made tumblers.
Hats of all sorts.
Corsets, fake nails etc.
Scarves, earrings, tea towels, and stationery.
Gourmet dog treats and accessories.
Childrens clothing and ladies coats from recyled blankets.
3D printed sensory fidgets etc.
Fairy floss & popcorn.
Ugg boots, cow hides and moccasins.
Slappas thongs.
Fireworks
Be part of the region's signature New Year's Eve event on Port Albert's foreshore.
The annual spectacular fireworks display will start approximatley 9.30pm a PERFECT photo opportunity to share with friends all around the world.
Proudly brought to you by the Port Albert Progress Association (PAPA)
Event Schedule
6.00pm *Event Starts*
December 31st
Food Opens
Childrens Activities
Markets
Local Shops Open
6.30pm
December 31st
Food Vendors
Local Restaurants & Cafes Open
9.30pm
December 31st
NYE Fireworks
2025 Event Bookings
Have a business that might want to be part of this event? **EVENT CLOSED**
We are always looking for new businesses to participate.
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Food Vans
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Entertainment
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Childrens Activities
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Market Stalls
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Exhibitions
Register your Business NOW!
