Celebrate an unforgettable night of live music, entertainment and family friendly fun as the Wodonga community rings in the New Year with an incredible fireworks display*.
Licensed event. Food and beverages available for purchase. No BYO alcohol. BYO picnic rugs and chairs.
This is a pet free event, service animals are permitted. Children must be supervised at all times. This is a smoke and vape free event.
Wodonga Council is proud to partner with the Wodonga Raiders Football and Netball Club to deliver this much-loved community event, bringing locals together to welcome the New Year. Check out their Facebook page for more.
*Fireworks subject to suitable weather conditions.
Program
Glenn Starr Band - Main stage, 6pm, 7.15pm, 8.30pm
Internationally acclaimed entertainer Glenn Starr brings a powerful voice and dynamic stage presence to a memorable set of hits from the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s to keep the event rocking with the songs you know and love.
DJ Marcus - Main stage, 5.30pm, 6.45pm, 8pm
DJ Marcus is a popular regional party and event DJ in the Wodonga area, keeping the energy high and the crowd entertained all event!
Giant Inflatables - Gilly’s Party Hire - Kids Activity Zone, 5.30pm to 9pm
Get ready for some larger-than-life fun for all ages! Five unique giant sporting inflatable games bring colour, excitement and friendly competition to the event. There’s plenty of fun to be had!
Giant Games – Snichols - Kids Activity Zone, 5.30pm to 9pm
Snichols Giant Games brings oversized fun to the event with a collection of giant lawn games guaranteed to keep the youngsters entertained. Perfect for families, these interactive games encourage play, laughter and friendly competition, giving kids plenty of space to explore while parents relax and enjoy the festival.
Kids Activity Tent - The Cats Pyjamas - Kids Activity Zone, 5.30pm to 9pm
Take your imagination on an adventure with The Cats Pyjamas in their immersive creative experiences. Design and make your own jewellery, build in the cardboard construction area or make a magical forest fairy – it's all here in this interactive play space.
Reptile Zoo - Reptile Encounters - Kids Activity Zone, 5.30pm to 8.30pm
Wildlife up close. Reptile Encounters brings the best of Australians native wildlife to the event, with purposeful, safe impactful reptile encounters. Experience and reconnect with nature through an interactive, educational and fun experience.
Face painting - Kids Activity Zone, 5.30pm to 9pm
Free face painting! Choose from a range of quick and easy colourful designs created by local face painting favourites. A fun, free activity for kids throughout the event.
Roving characters – Roving, 5.30pm - 9.30pm
Unique characters Jack Danovski and Jean Claude will be on hand, providing roving magic shows, small workshops and exciting activations.
Circus performers – Roving, 5.30pm to 9pm
Bringing energy and excitement to the celebration, a number of roving circus performers will delight guests of all ages throughout the evening. Featuring a vibrant mix activations and entertainment, these talented performers will roam the event site, engaging with the crowd and adding a touch of magic to the New Year's Eve festivities.
Fireworks - 9.15pm to 9.25pm
The event will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display. Fireworks subject to suitable weather conditions.
Plan your evening: What you need to know
Event entry
Enter via Wodonga Raiders Football and Netball Club main gate.
- This is a free community event and no tickets are required for entry.
- Entry is on a first in basis until the event site capacity is reached.
- Bag checks will be conducted at the entry point.
- Licensed event. No BYO alcohol. BYO picnic rugs and chairs.
- No glass.
Food and beverages
Food and beverages will be available from Wodonga Raiders Canteen, Wodonga Raiders Bar, a community barbecue and an assortment of local food trucks.
Alcohol
This is a fully licensed event; alcohol will be served in accordance with Liquor Control Reform Act 1998.
- No BYO alcohol.
- No glass.
- No supply to under 18s. IDs will be checked.
- The event organisers and/or vendors reserve the right to refuse alcohol service to patrons who are intoxicated, drunk and/or disorderly.
- The event organisers reserve the right to request patrons leave the event area if they are intoxicated, drunk or disorderly.
- Please observe the licensed zone which is the fenced event area. No open alcohol is to be taken beyond this zone.
Parking
Public car parking is available within walking distance of the event at:
- Birallee Park Car Park – access from Marshall St
- Wodonga Hockey Centre Car Park – access from Silva Drive
- Emerald Oval Car Park – access from Emerald Avenue
Street parking is also available surrounding Birallee Park. Please do not park across resident’s driveways.
Wodonga Sports and Leisure Centre and Gayview Park also have parking available and are a short walk from the venue.
Accessible parking
Dedicated disabled car parking spaces are available at Birallee Park.
Animals
This is an animal and pet free event. Please leave your pets at home. Registered service animals are permitted with accredited vest on display.
Smoking and vaping
This is a strictly no smoking or vaping event. Organisers may request patrons leave if engaging in the above activities.
Public toilets
Onsite toilets are available in the following locations:
- The northern side of the changeroom pavilion
- Inside Wodonga Raiders social space
First aid
St John Ambulance will be on site and available for the duration of the event. Please see a member of the events team (red shirts or high vis) should you require medical assistance.
Lost property
If you have lost property, please go to the entry for assistance. All lost property will be taken back to Wodonga Council offices at the conclusion of the event for seven days. If there are any unclaimed items, they will be handed to Wodonga Police.
Drinking water
North East Water refill stations will be available for all patrons to utilise throughout the event and attendees are encouraged to BYO water bottle.
Seating
We encourage you to BYO picnic blankets and/or chairs.
Event security
Security personnel will be present at entrances/exits and roaming throughout the event.
Children
Children must be supervised at all times. If a child is lost, please notify event staff.
Event staff
Should you require any assistance or have any questions during the event, please notify event staff.