Take your pick of show-stopping celebrations filled with live music, luxe drinks, decadent canapés and a party made for gods, goddesses and glitter lovers alike. Dress to impress, sparkle ‘til sunrise and toast the New Year in true Island style.
Island Rooftop
Feat. 42 Band ‘Hanlon Brothers’
Celebrate under the stars at the Gold Coast’s favourite open-air rooftop bar — The Island Rooftop. Enjoy live entertainment by 42 Band ‘Hanlon Brothers’, along with resident DJs, photo moments and an indulgent 4.5-hour food and drinks package featuring premium spirits.
From 8pm – 12:30am enjoy 4.5 hours of:
- Premium spirits, beers, ginger beer, cider and wines including Mumm Prestige, rosé and prosecco.
- Premium gourmet canapés
- Live entertainment by 42 Band (Hanlon Brothers), resident DJs and photo moments
- Doors open from 7pm.
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Island Penthouse
Feat. Mitchell In The Middle ‘Piano Man’
Experience New Year’s Eve at The Island Penthouse — the Coast’s hottest sky-high celebration. Enjoy an unforgettable night featuring live entertainment by Mitchell in the Middle ‘Piano Man’ (Mitchell Dormer from The Voice) with his electrifying 360° live duelling show alongside his drummer. Sip on super-premium drinks, capture the moment with exclusive photo ops, and take in the breathtaking Penthouse views over Surfers Paradise.
From 8pm – 12:30am your 4.5 hour VIP experience includes:
- Super-premium drinks — espresso martinis, margaritas, premium spirits, Mumm Prestige, rosé, prosecco, premium beers, ginger beer and cider.
- Premium gourmet canapés
- Live entertainment by Mitchell in the Middle (Mitchell Dormer from The Voice) with his electrifying 360° live duelling show alongside his drummer
- Party across the entire Penthouse on level 12 with stunning views over Surfers Paradise
- Doors open from 7pm.
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Laneway Lights Party
Feat. Daft Punk Tribute ‘Discovery’
Experience the ultimate party spanning the entire main level of The Island. Your ticket gives you access to three bars — The Glasshouse, The Pool Deck & Lounge and Goldie’s with resident DJs and photo moments. Headlining the party is the Daft Punk Tribute ‘Discovery’ Live in the Island Glasshouse, featuring an epic production with giant LED screens, immersive lighting and pyrotechnics. Drinks are available for purchase from all three Laneway Lights Party bars. Doors open from 7pm.
First release tickets from $30 + booking fee.
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Access All Areas
Be the star of The Island this New Year’s Eve with an exclusive Golden Ticket granting you access to every party across the Island. Enjoy a 4.5-hour food and drinks package, including premium spirits, as you move between parties—each with its own live entertainment and unforgettable atmosphere.
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*Please note: Access All Areas ticket holders will receive food and drinks packages based on the party they attend at a given time. An exclusive 4.5-hour premium drinks package is also available for AAA ticket holders at the Laneway Lights party.
As the Gold Coast’s premier party destination, The Island Gold Coast will host the most colourful, vibrant and entertaining Melbourne Cup event this year – and the theme is ‘where colour reigns supreme’.
The Island’s General Manager Scott Iliff said that guests will be swept up in the colour and excitement of Melbourne Cup racing – one of the most anticipated social calendar events – and the party atmosphere.
“From the race-day fashions to the immersive entertainment and premium food and drinks, Melbourne Cup at The Island will be a party unlike any other,” explains Scott.
“It will also be one of the first events in our new Glasshouse – a 400-metre square marquee-style space that can host up to 650 guests.”

The Rooftop Melbourne Cup Party
“The space has been designed to make the most of the Gold Coast’s beautiful weather with a 12-metre-long alfresco bar, huge deck and extra high ceilings – and this Melbourne Cup it’s going to be party central!”

The VIP G.H.Mumm Glasshouse Party
“Or guests can choose to party in the open-air on The Island’s Rooftop which will have an energetic and dynamic race-day vibe.”
The Island Gold Coast is close to public transport and parking, making it easy for partygoers and hotel guests.
Choose from the Rooftop Party from $99 kicking off at 12:30pm or the VIP G.H. Mumm Glasshouse Party at $169 starting at 11:30am.
Tickets will sell fast so reserve yours now here.

