Are there fireworks in Melbourne NYE 2020?
Likely to diminish the size of crowds and keep things COVID-safe after the city’s outbreak earlier in the year, Melbourne is not putting on a firework show for 2020/2021. Instead, it’s opting for a two-day, ticketed street festival.
Are Melbourne fireworks Cancelled?
Melbourne will not host fireworks on New Year’s Eve, leaving Sydney as the main attraction in the sky.
What time are the fireworks tonight in Melbourne?
Fireworks are officially scheduled for 7:30pm and are usually set off from barges on the water.
Why are there no fireworks in Melbourne?
The City of Melbourne announced last month that it would not go ahead with the usual New Year’s Eve fireworks to minimise the risk of crowds gathering. Sydneysiders have been mostly banned from watching the famous New Year’s Eve fireworks from the harbour after foreshore viewing areas were shut for the first time.
What is there to do on New Years Eve 2020 in Melbourne?
New Year’s Eve Melbourne events
| EVENT | VENUE | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| NYE: Don’t be late to 2020 | Storyville | Melbourne |
| New Year’s Eve Laneway Party | The Bridge Hotel | Richmond |
| Ahoy 2020! NYE | Royal Victoria Motor Yacht Club | Williamstown |
| New Year’s Eve at Harlow | Harlow | Richmond |
Can you buy fireworks in Victoria?
It is important to note that the purchase and use of fireworks in Victoria are illegal and heavy penalties can apply. WorkSafe Executive Director of Health and Safety Marnie Williams said the illegal practice or purchasing and operating fireworks was not worth the risk.
Where should I go for New Years Eve in Melbourne?
New Year’s Eve Melbourne events
| EVENT | VENUE | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| NYE Night Garden Festival | Hopscotch | Southbank |
| Tropical New Year’s Eve | Melbourne Public | South Wharf |
| New Year’s Eve at The General Assembly | The General Assembly | South Wharf |
| NYE Rooftop Party | Waterside Hotel | Melbourne |