Emerald is located at the Taronga Event Centre in N’Galawa Terrace. Guests will be treated to unbroken panoramic views of the Harbour, a space that will be set with cocktail furniture and lounges, live entertainment and an evening of indulgent canapes, drinks and dancing to ring in the new year. This is an over 18’s event only. Please note, this section is accessible. 

Cost: $802.50 | This is an over 18’s event only

Gates Open: 7:30pm 

Inclusions:

• Arguably the best view in Sydney!
• With unbroken 180-degree panoramic views of Sydney Harbour and the fireworks, you will be treated to a night of the finest wines, beers and food including grazing stations, roving canapes and desserts while situated at the highest vantage point in Taronga Zoo.
• There will be eating, drinking, dancing to live entertainment and celebrating to bring in the new year.

Platinum is located at the Taronga Event Centre in Dalang Ballroom. Guests will be treated to unbroken panoramic views of the Harbour, a space that will be set with cocktail furniture and lounges, live entertainment and an evening of indulgent canapes, drinks and dancing to ring in the new year. Please note, this section is accessible. 

Gates open: from 7:30pm via Taronga Event Centre reception 

Cost: Adults $502.50
*Children are welcome in the Platinum area and require a ticket.

Inclusions: 

• Stunning unbroken views of Sydney Harbour and Bridge for the fireworks display!
• Your ticket includes all your food with a selection of roving canapes and a delectable food station (including some late-night treats!) as well as an arrival cocktail and midnight toast.
• The space offers Cocktail style furniture with a mix of seating and standing but bring your dancing shoes for the live entertainment and spacious dance floor.

Diamond is located on the Harbour View Lawn on the western side on the Zoo. Here, guests will enjoy exclusive and best views of Sydney Harbour and Bridge for the fireworks in an intimate area. Diamond patrons will be given a wristband upon entry for VIP access to the Diamond area. Please note, this section is non-accessible due to its location which includes a set of stairs. 

Gates open: from 7pm via the Zoo’s main entrance gate. 

Cost: $722.29 per person* 
*Children are welcome in the Diamond area and require a ticket. Due to the tricky terrain, we strongly suggest any bubs and kids who are ‘on-the-move’ are better suited to the Gold or Silver areas.

Inclusions: 

• VIP chair in designated Diamond area – please note this area is unreserved.
• Exclusive and best views of Sydney Harbour and Bridge for the fireworks in an intimate area
• Secure parking on-site. Parking is included in the price of a DIAMOND ticket. Must be booked as Add On. Limited to 1 Parking Pass between 2 tickets.
• Live entertainment
• 1x Grazing box to share between 2 with drink choices to be made on the night
• Drink service from your seat via online ordering system!
• A chance to experience some of Taronga’s wildlife until dark

Gold is located in the Bird Show Amphitheatre and Condor Lawns on the western side of the Zoo. Here, guests will enjoy magnificent views of Sydney Harbour and Bridge for the midnight fireworks. Gold patrons will be given a wristband upon entry for access to the gold area only. Please note, this section is accessible by wheelchair and pram. 

Gates open: from 6:30pm via the Zoo’s main entrance gate. 

Cost: Adults $340.86 | Children $210 (4-15 years) | Children 3 years old and under receive Free entry

Inclusions: 

• Magnificent views of Sydney Harbour and Bridge for the midnight fireworks
• Secure parking on-site. Parking is included in the price of a GOLD ticket. Must be booked as Add On. Limited to 1 Parking Pass between 4 tickets.
• Live entertainment
• A chance to experience some of Taronga’s wildlife until dark
• Live entertainment
• Option to Add-On a Grazing Box to share between 2 people

BYO food and non-alcoholic beverages in sealed containers. Additional food and alcohol also available on-site for sale, please note BYO alcohol and glass is not permitted. Bag checks will be conducted on entry and all alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages in un-sealed containers (including glass, knives and cheese knives, cans or hard plastics) will be confiscated. 

Silver is located on the Concert Lawns of the Zoo. Here, guests will enjoy great views of Sydney Harbour and Bridge for the fireworks. Silver patrons will be given a wristband upon entry for access to the Silver area only. Please note, this section is accessible by wheelchair and pram. 

Gates open: from 6pm via the Zoo’s main entrance gate. 

Cost: Adults $242.43 | Children $120 | Children 3 years old and under receive Free entry

Inclusions: 

• Great views of Sydney Harbour for the fireworks  
• A chance to experience some of Taronga’s wildlife until dark  
• Live entertainment  
• Option to Add-On a Grazing Box to share between 2 people  
• Option to Add-On parking for an additional fee. Please note there is limited secure parking on-site available

BYO food and non-alcoholic beverages in sealed containers. Additional food and alcohol also available on-site for sale, please note BYO alcohol and glass is not permitted. Bag checks will be conducted on entry and all alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages in un-sealed containers (including glass, cans, knives and cheese knives or hard plastics) will be confiscated. 

Grazing Box for 2

$85

Selection of artisan charcuterie & local cheeses. Flavoured dips, marinated olives & pickles. Sourdough baguette, lavash crackers. Dried & fresh seasonal fruits & berries. Mixed roasted nuts & macarons. Bottle of red, white or sparkling wine, or a selection of 3 beers, or soft drinks.

Plant-Based Grazing Box (GF)

$85

Plant-based (GF) Grazing Box with Drinks Selection of seasonal crudites & roasted vegetables. Beetroot & spinach falafels. Flavourful dips, marinated olives & pickles. GF roll & crackers. Dried & fresh seasonal fruits & berries. Mixed roasted nuts & chocolate slice. Bottle of red, white or sparkling wine, or a selection of 3 beers, or soft drinks.

If you have already purchased GOLD tickets and would like to purchase add ons, please select the below

• GOLD Grazing Box
• GOLD Plant Based Grazing Box

If you have already purchased SILVER tickets and would like to purchase add ons, please select the below:

• SILVER Grazing Box
• SILVER Plant Based Grazing Box

• Diamond reserved tickets include 1 (one) parking space between 2 (two) tickets purchased. 

• Gold reserved tickets include 1 (one) parking space between 4 (four) tickets purchased  

• Additional parking onsite at Taronga Zoo can be purchased for $55.

• Alternatively, Diamond, Platinum, Gold & Silver tickets also include complimentary parking at Spit Junction close to public transport. 

Additional parking onsite at Taronga Zoo can be purchased for $55 here:

Parking: Emerald
Parking: Platinum
Parking: Diamond
Parking: Gold
Parking: Silver

• Sit back and relax in style with the Chillazy Chair $35 

• For extra comfort during your New Year’s Eve experience, add on a Taronga Picnic Rug $25 

If you have already purchased SILVER tickets and would like to purchase add ons, please select the below:

• Chillazy Chair
• Picnic Rug

If you have already purchased GOLD tickets and would like to purchase add ons, please select the below:

• Chillazy Chair
• Picnic Rug

If you have already purchased NYE at Taronga tickets and would like to add on the Wildlife Retreat at Taronga, please visit here.

INCLUSIONS

• 2 nights accommodation

• 3 Day access to the Zoo

• Sanctuary Tour: a guided walk through the central wildlife habitat to meet the local residents including koalas, echidnas, pademelons, wallabies and bettongs

• Daily Breakfast

• Complimentary Parking

• Escorted Access to NYE ticketed area

Please note this package is an add on only and does not include your NYE at Taronga ticket in grounds (Diamond, Platinum, Gold or Silver).

ADD ON PACKAGE TERMS & CONDITIONS - WILDLIFE RETREAT AT TARONGA TWO-NIGHT NYE EXPERIENCE!

All stays at the Wildlife Retreat over New Years Eve are non-refundable and cancellations incur a 100% cancellations charge. Date changes are not possible.

• Minimum 2 nights stay (31st December 2025 & 1st January 2026)

• Maximum 3 Guests per room (Additional Charges apply)

• Guests are required at all times to behave in a manner consistent with Taronga’s Animal Welfare Charter. Children must be supervised at all times within the Wildlife Retreat and all bookings require an accompanying adult over the age of 18

• The Taronga Wildlife Retreat is a non-smoking property. Smoking is only permitted outside of the site boundary

• Balloons and confetti are not allowed on the premises as they pose a significant risk to wildlife on site

What time does the event start? 

Gates Open: Silver from 6pm | Gold from 6:30pm | Diamond from 7pm | Platinum from 7:30pm | Emerald from 7.30pm

I’m running late, can I enter later? 

• Yes. You are welcome to enter the event any time after gates open, please follow staff and make your way directly to your ticketed location.  

How do I purchase tickets?

• Pre Sale tickets can be booked online via Ticketek on Tuesday 2 September @ 12pm. 

• GP on sale can be booked online via Ticketek Wednesday 3 September @ 12pm.

Can I buy tickets at the Zoo on the night? 

• We do not have an on-site box office and all tickets must be purchased online and before you arrive.  

Does my ticket give me entry to the Zoo during the day? 

• No, if you wish to purchase tickets to the Zoo to Visit during the day please visit https://ticketsales.taronga.org.au/Tickets/sydney. Please note, the Zoo will close at 4.00pm on this day, and you will need to exit the Zoo and re-enter when gates for the NYE event open from your designated entry time.   

I purchased tickets but can no longer attend, what do I do?  

• Tickets to the event are non-refundable, unless the event is cancelled by the organiser, Taronga Zoo Sydney.  

Can I give my tickets to a friend or family member? 

• Yes! Tickets are not tied to the purchasers name, so you are welcome to pass your tickets onto friends or family to use.  

Do you accept Companion Cards? 

• Yes, holders of a government issued companion card can access a free ticket for their companion. Proof of eligibility will be required upon entry. Please book these tickets by calling Ticketek’s Accessible Line on 1300 665 915. 

Lost ticket, ticket issues or requests? 

• For all ticket enquiries including purchasing over the phone / Tickets were not received / I can no longer attend and want a refund or exchange – please visit Ticketek Support. 

How do I get to Taronga Zoo? 

• Ferries may not be running in the late afternoon if there is heavy boat traffic. The public bus that meets the ferry at Taronga Wharf up to the Zoo entrance will not be running due to Police road closures and there is no entry from the bottom of the zoo. We advise if patrons are using public transport to catch a bus to the Zoo from Sydney CBD. Visit www.transportnsw.info or call 131 500 for up-to-date information and timetables.

How much does parking cost? 

• Diamond and Gold ticket holders are entitled to park on-site at Taronga Zoo in the main Zoo car park by using the entrance at the end of Prince Albert Street and junction of Whiting Beach Road. 

• Silver, Platinum and Emerald ticket holders can also purchase a voucher to park on-site for an additional $55 from Ticketek. A number of police roadblocks will be in place around the Zoo and the Sydney Harbour foreshore area and access around these roadblocks will require a Zoo NYE car park ticket. To avoid any issues with road blocks all patrons with a Zoo NYE Car Park Ticket should arrive at the Zoo via Prince Albert Street rather than Bradleys Head Road.

Is the Zoo an accessible site? 

• The Diamond reserved location is non-accessible due to its location which includes a set of stairs.  
• Emerald, Platinum, Gold and Silver locations are accessible by wheelchair and pram.  
• To get the most out of your experience, comfortable shoes and attire are highly recommended. For full information on accessibility at Taronga Zoo, please visit: https://taronga.org.au/taronga-zoo/plan-your-zoo-visit/facilities-accessibility
• Please contact us on 9969 2777 if you may require assistance during your experience. 

Are strollers and prams allowed? 

• Yes, strollers and prams are allowed. 

What aren’t I allowed to bring? 

• The following items are prohibited and not allowed to be brought into the Zoo grounds;
• Weapons, sharps, cheese knives, glass, animals or animal costumes, balls, balloons, bicycle, scooter, skateboard or rollerblades, alcohol or illegal substances, non-alcoholic beverages in unsealed containers (including glass, cans or hard plastics), musical instruments, noisemaker, airhorn, laser pen, laser pointer or similar focused light devices, portable BBQs, candles, sparklers and/or any firework paraphernalia, poles, sticks, selfie or Go Pro sticks, professional photography, drones.
• No liquids (including non-alcoholic beverages, water or alcohol) are permitted on site for security reasons. Free water refill stations are available on site, so bring your empty reusable water bottles, no glass permitted! Please ensure your reusable water bottles are emptied before entering through the security checkpoint.
• All non-alcoholic beverages must be in sealed containers (such as hard plastic or cans), glass is not permitted.
• For more information, please view the prohibited items list here.

How will the animals respond to the event and extended opening hours during the event? 

• Rest assured that Taronga’s first priority and concern is always the welfare of the remarkable animals in our care. Taronga’s animals also have access to the comfort and shelter of their night dens and inside areas, but it’s not uncommon for certain animals to choose to remain outside during night events. 

• Planning has included detailed assessments from keepers to ensure that the event will not be problematic for our animals. Fortunately, Taronga Zoo Sydney has more than 25 years’ experience in successfully hosting after-hours events, including the Twilight at Taronga concerts, Vivid Sydney at Taronga Zoo and New Year’s Eve. Keepers and behavioural scientists monitor the animals and the environment during these events to ensure animal wellbeing is assured, and we are pleased that there have been no reported issues since the Twilight concerts began in 1996. 

• The Zoo measures noise levels periodically during events and if the guidelines are accidentally exceeded, the volume is immediately reduced. Additionally, Taronga Zoo’s animals also have access to the comfort and shelter of their night quarters and inside areas, but it’s not uncommon for certain animals to choose to remain outside during night events. 

• Taronga is a not for profit organisation and funds raised by the series directly benefit the Zoo’s wildlife programs. 

Can I smoke or vape? 

• Taronga Zoo is a smoke-free site. Smoking, vaping and the use of any electronic device that simulates tobacco smoking is prohibited in all zoo outdoor areas. Guests who do not comply will be denied entry or removed. 

Safety & Security: 

• New Year’s Eve is a family event. For the safety of other guests as well as our resident animals, any guest who is found acting in a socially disruptive manner may be removed from the Zoo grounds at the discretion of Taronga Zoo security and management. All guests are expected to keep alcohol consumption to a socially acceptable standard. Please note: Zoo Management reserve the right to remove from the Zoo premises anyone in a state of intoxication or who serves liquor to a minor. 

What are the seating arrangements? 

• The Emerald area is located at the Taronga Event Centre in N’Galawa Terrace. There is guaranteed seating for all guests in a mixture of cocktail and lounge furniture. Seating will not be assigned.
• The Platinum area is located at the Taronga Event Centre in Dalang Ballroom. Guests will be treated to a space that will be set with cocktail furniture and lounges, please note there is a limited amount of seating and not everyone will be able to sit.
• Diamond guests will be provided with upright chairs to sit on.
• The Gold area is mainly an amphitheatre style setting with long benches and limited lawn space. The limited lawn space is suitable for picnic rugs and cushions.
• The Silver area is located on the concert lawns and is suited for picnic rugs, cushions and low chairs.

Can I bring my own seat? 

• Yes for Silver and Gold Areas, you can bring your own low-level seats, cushions and rugs. Alternatively, a limited number of Chillazy Chairs will be available for purchase for any patrons who are looking for a comfy place to settle on.
• Additional seating is not required for Platinum or Emerald tickets.

Will there be places to eat? 

• A range of hot food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be available to purchase on the night. Delicious Gourmet Hampers are available to add on to your NYE ticket! Alternatively, you are welcome to BYO food. Please note Taronga Zoo is cashless.
• The Taronga Food Market located near the Diamond and Gold will be open to all NYE patrons offering a variety of hot food as well as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages*
• Silver Area will have access to the Food Truck and takeaway options in the Silver area only – no access to TFM.
• Emerald tickets include all of your food and a premium selection of wines & beers.
• Platinum tickets include all of your food and an arrival drink with all other beverages available for purchase from the bar located in venue
• * Subject to change please check the Taronga website for up to date menus
   

Can I BYO Alcohol? 

• Taronga Zoo is a fully licensed event and BYO alcohol and glass is not permitted. Random bag checks will be conducted on entry and all alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages in un-sealed containers (including glass, cans or hard plastics) will be confiscated. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are available to purchase. 

• Free water refill stations are also available on site, so bring your empty reusable water bottles, no glass permitted! Please ensure your reusable water bottles are emptied before entering through the security checkpoint.

What happens if it rains? 

• As an outdoor event, New Year’s Eve at Taronga is subject to weather. Please note the event will proceed rain or shine. The event will be cancelled only if the weather poses a safety threat to patrons, staff or performers at Taronga Zoo during show time. 

• We strongly recommend you come prepared with wet weather gear, raincoats and ponchos and something waterproof to sit on in case of rain (umbrellas may be used at the rear of the lawn only. We endeavour to provide as much notice as possible regarding any changes to the event due to weather, however as weather conditions are unpredictable this status may change at any time. The decision to delay or cancel an event is made by the Event Manager on site and can be made at any time up to or during the event. Any changes to the event times due to weather will be communicated to ticket holders and via Taronga’s website. 

• Patrons accept that in purchasing a ticket they are paying for an event that commences at approximately 6pm at Taronga Zoo and that weather conditions prior to that time and in other parts of Sydney will not result in the performance being cancelled. Patrons accept the risk that weather they consider unsatisfactory may occur on a concert night and acknowledge that a performance may be cancelled by Taronga due to dangerous weather conditions at the time of or during the performance. 

• Some pathways may have low level lighting, we recommend caution in these areas. 

• Emerald & Platinum tickets are wet weather safe, so you are fully covered from all inclement weather.

Can I stay overnight at the Zoo as part of my experience? 

- Yes! Make your New Year’s Eve experience the ultimate night out by staying at Taronga's elegant eco-retreat, the Wildlife Retreat at Taronga. Nestled within the grounds of Taronga Zoo, the Wildlife Retreat offers designer rooms, intimate wildlife encounters, award-winning dining and stunning views over Sydney Harbour and the city. Visit https://taronga.org.au/retreat for more information and availability!