family friendly new years eve, footscray park

Ring in the New Year with City of Maribyrnong’s spectacular Fireworks in Footscray Park. Kicking off at 6pm, this special event draws thousands to the banks of the iconic Maribyrnong River for a night of free live entertainment and an incredible early fireworks display.

New Year’s Eve 2025 – Entertainment Schedule

From 6.00pm
Roving performers, carnival rides and games kick off the night.

Welcome to Country & Boonwurrung Ngargee Dance Group
A powerful opening blending traditional and contemporary Aboriginal dance.

Country Struts
Line dancing fun to get everyone moving.

Immy Owusu
High-energy Afrodelik grooves with serious rhythm and soul.

Mark Seymour (Headliner)
Iconic Hunters & Collectors hits and crowd favourites.

9.30pm – Fireworks
Family-friendly fireworks light up the sky.

DJ Andrew McLelland
Party tunes to close out the night.

Hosted by Myf Warhurst

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Transport:
Footscray Railway Station is only a short walk to the event and there will be free public transport from 6 pm. There is no parking onsite therefore we encourage all attendees to use public transport.

Mamma's special mentions: Please note: This is an alcohol-free and single-use plastic-free event. Additionally, dog owners are kindly asked to leave their pets at home.

the nitty gritty

FREE EVENT

Footscray Park
Western Lawn
Footscray

Wednesday
December 31

6pm - 10:30pm
Fireworks at 9:30pm

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Over 20 food trucks
Please bring picnic blankets (no BBQ’s allowed) and low fold out chairs, larger will be moved to the side/rear

 
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