Live music and family friendly entertainment on the Cairns Esplanade, and fireworks at three locations are planned to ring in the New Year.
Bring a blanket, chair, and your dancing shoes and enjoy a free concert on the Western Events Lawn at the Cairns Esplanade from 5pm as part of Council's New Year's Eve celebrations.
The four-hour concert will feature the upbeat rhythms of DJ Chooky and DJ Bart, along with the melodic harmonies of the local Anais Campbell Trio.
Family fireworks will be held at 9pm, to give the expected sell-out crowd from the Cairns Taipans home game time to make their way from the Cairns Convention Centre to the Esplanade.
A second fireworks display will be held at the midnight to welcome in 2025.
Additional fireworks will be held at 8.30pm at Walker Road Sports Precinct in Edmonton, and the Palm Cove jetty.
Mayor Amy Eden said New Year's Eve was an opportunity for the community to come together, reflect on the past year, and look forward with optimism for the next 12 months.
"This year, our New Year's Eve celebrations are designed to bring our community together with free and accessible events for all ages," Cr Eden said.
"We've got something for everyone with events happening at the Esplanade, and fireworks at Edmonton and Palm Cove.
"Let's come together as a community to say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025 with joy and optimism."
Road Closures
Shields Street to Florence Street: Closed from 11am on 31 December to 9am on 2 January
Spence Street to Shields Street: Closed from 4.30pm on 31 December to 1am on 1 January
Weather Advisory
Events may be cancelled in the event of strong winds or lightning storms.
Events will proceed in light rain, so pack umbrellas and raincoats to keep the festive spirit alive. For last-minute updates, check the Council's Facebook page.
