New Year’s Day in Byron Bay is all about easing into the year ahead. From laid-back recovery sessions and backyard hangs to curated DJ line-ups and sun-soaked celebrations, the region keeps the good energy rolling well beyond midnight. Whether you’re chasing music, food, or a relaxed place to regroup with friends, these New Year’s Day events offer plenty of ways to start the year on your own terms.

North Byron Hotel: Rhythms of Resolution – New Year’s Day Celebration

Kick off the year in style with a day of vibrant beats, infectious rhythms, and unforgettable vibes. Join us at the North Byron for a one-of-a-kind celebration featuring world-class DJs and live African percussion from the incredible Gabriel Otu.

NEW YEAR’S DAY ⚡⁠AT PARADISO MUSIC ROOM ⁠

Featuring DJs from a range of Byron-based collectives, this NYD session is built around connection, collaboration and carefully curated sound. One night bringing together some of the best crews in town to kick off 2026 the right way.⁠

The Belongil New Year’s Day

Start the year on a natural high – New Year’s Day at The Belongil is a sun-soaked recovery session set across Byron Bay’s most exciting new multi-venue dining destination.⁠

NYD COMEDOWN at the Ocean Shores Tavern

The Tav’s New Year’s Day Backyard Bash is the perfect place to ride out the comedown with greasy smash burgers, cold shade, louder-than-necessary tunes, a few friendly lawn games & ice cold bevvys to bring you back to life.