Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Australia (Updated 2026)

Cataract Gorge Cruise 9:30 am
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as...
$32

Combines full-body motion capture and high-quality haptics to provide unprecedented realism and complete immersion that’s not possible with home VR systems or other location-based VR...
$32

Cataract Gorge Cruise 12:30 pm
Cruise past historical Kings Wharf, Seaport and Launceston's delightful riverfront precinct. The highlight of the experience is then cruising into Launceston's spectacular Cataract Gorge, as...
$32

Wesley Taylor Art Studios present the new ‘Paint & Sip’ sessions. These are two-hour art lessons with all art materials supplied. What’s more? You get...
$32

Escape Hunt Melbourne
Mach Two (4 star difficulty rating) Infiltrate a top-secret government facility shrouded in mystery, where whispers of extraterrestrial life and covert experiments echo through the...
$32

We venture into the Jungle less than two kilometres from the Coral Sea on the slopes of a mountain blanketed in old growth rainforest amongst...
$32

Some adventurers have been studying archives in the Realm of Magic and have founded many references to the Elixir of Life, and we're beginning to...
$32

Virtual Reality Experience
VR Corner is Sydney's first Multiplayer virtual reality Cafe that based in Central of Sydney CBD (5 mins walk from Central Station)....
$32

Discover the best of Sydney and The Rocks on a single tour! Historical small-group guided tour (limited to 16 guests). Embark on a captivating journey...
$32

Our seated Premium Wine Tasting is fun and informative, while tasting some fabulous premium wines paired with a delicious cheese plate. Learn some of the...
$32

A hosted tasting with spectacular views of the Adelaide Hills of exceptional expressions of cool climate Chardonnay where you can compare the diverse characteristics of...
$32

Take a walk-through Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s natural bushland under the stars. Explore 9 cosmic zones on a 1.5km celestial trail. Allow 60-90 minutes for this...
$32

Enjoy this very special escape game with an inspiring story behind it. The legend says that the Wand of Illumination was the most powerful of...
$32

The Realm of Mystery is the most intriguing place. Whilst on its surface it appears to be nearly identical to the world we know, under...
$32

Much like the other Arcana, the Wand of Illumination and the Elixir of Life, the Stone of Destiny is said to imbue the holder with...
$32

Most travelers think they’ve seen Melbourne after strolling its laneways and famous streets. But what if I told you the city’s real soul hides in...
$32

The markets of Melbourne are buzzing, colourful reflections of the city’s soul. Half of Aussies are first- or second-generation immigrants, and this diverse cultural tapestry...
$32

Port Stephens: Dolphin Discovery Cruise
Enjoy a 1.5-hour afternoon dolphin-watching cruise that takes you directly to the best spots for sightings of wild bottlenose dolphins. Learn about the playful creatures...
$32

One of the two oldest public buildings in Adelaide, the Adelaide Gaol is said to be the most haunted site in South Australia. On this...
$32

A visit to the Historic Village Herberton is like stepping back in time. Showcasing Australia’s rich and diverse history this outdoor pioneer museum is testament...
$32

Discover Melbourne’s beauty on a fully private experience shaped around you. Choose a culture-focused walk through atmospheric laneways, historic arcades, striking architecture, street-art corners and...
$32

