New Year's Eve 2026 · Melbourne CBD

New Year's Eve Cruise Party on the Melba Star

One of the few all-ages dinner cruises on the river, leaving two minutes' walk from Flinders Street Station.

What's included

  • Chinese buffet dinner
  • Beer, wine, sparkling cider, juice and soft drinks
  • Finger food and snacks
  • Party music
  • 360-degree fireworks viewing

About New Year's Eve Cruise Party on the Melba Star

New Year's Eve Cruise Party on the Melba Star is at Yarra River Cruises, Berth 2 Federation Wharf, Princes Walk in Melbourne CBD (On the Yarra & the Bay). It's one of the cruises, dinners, family-friendly, riverside options for New Year's Eve 2026 in Melbourne. Fireworks: Midnight on the Yarra. Age: All ages.

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Details are based on the venue's published NYE information and can change. Confirm the price, times and inclusions with Yarra River Cruises before booking. Are you the venue? Claim and upgrade this listing.

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