New Year’s Eve on the Eyre Peninsula just got a whole lot better! To ring in the New Year, the 2025 NYE Port Lincoln Twilight Meeting is taking over the city’s racecourse with the ultimate and biggest summer celebrations.
This beloved tradition features an afternoon at the races, complete with a full-scale New Year’s Eve party, where boots and bubbles come together for one unforgettable send-off to 2025.
This year’s event will be the biggest to date. Headlined by the Old Town Road Country Dance Party, expect a mix of boot-scooting, line-dancing and DJs ready to start the party. Live music from local favourite Jo Page will help soundtrack the day, while a mechanical bull ride and the Best Dressed Country Competition will bring the charm of a true country hoedown.
The racing action remains front and centre, with twilight races unfolding throughout the afternoon. Punters can settle in trackside to enjoy the unbeatable atmosphere of a community that knows how to celebrate. From families to groups of mates, the event is designed with something for everyone, and that’s why it sells out year after year.
For those looking to elevate their experience, the Function Package is the way to go. The upgrade includes entry, reserved seating, a racebook, and gourmet canape catering, plus the perfect vantage point for enjoying the races before diving into the night’s festivities. It’s a relaxed, premium space for those who want the fun of the party with the comfort of a curated hospitality offering.
Something that makes the Twilight Meeting even more special is its unmistakable community vibe. It’s a favourite for locals who return year after year, and it’s an annual event for holidaymakers. It’s not just a daytime event either. As the sun dips low and the music kicks into gear, the track transforms into an electric mini-festival. There’s a sense of shared celebration, where the excitement of race day blends seamlessly into the evening.
If you’re a holidaymaker visiting from out of town, Port Lincoln has no shortage of places to stay, making it easy to turn NYE into the ultimate summer holiday. There are waterfront hotels with stunning views of Boston Bay, boutique motels, holiday homes, and beachy Airbnbs scattered all across the coastline.
So, if you’re looking to kick off 2026 in style, this is the place to be. Grab your tickets, dust off your boots, and get ready for Port Lincoln’s biggest country party!
Port Lincoln’s NYE Twilight Races
When: Wednesday, December 31st, 12pm to 8pm
Where: Port Lincoln Racing Club, 5-41 Proper Bay Road
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