Countdown to 2026 in Yarra with free, family-friendly fun
Ring in the new year in Yarra with interactive kids’ activities, our outdoor cinema playing a variety of films for kids and adults and food by Wazzup Felafel.
When and where
Wednesday 31 December 2025
4pm until midnight
Edinburgh Gardens, Fitzroy North
Pop-up cinema
Don’t forget the popcorn! We have five films being screened from 4pm at our pop-up cinema:
- 4.15pm Magic Beach (G)
- 5.30pm The Lost Tiger (G)
- 7.00pm Oddball (G)
- 8.30pm The Nut Farm (PG)
- 10.15pm Strictly Ballroom (PG)
There will also be kids’ activities from Festive Tribe and food and non-alcoholic drinks from Wazzup Felafel.
The evening wraps up with a countdown to midnight.
Things you need to know
The best way to get there is via public transport. Visit PTV for up-to-date details on services.
Please note that alcohol is not permitted in any Yarra parks from 9pm, Tuesday 30 December 2025 until 9am, Thursday 1 January 2026. Head to one of the many licensed venues in Yarra for a drink.
Our parks and gardens are part of what makes Yarra so special. We want them to be places that everyone can enjoy.
For locals and visitors, our parks provide a place to relax, socialise and exercise outdoors.
When you visit our parks, help us out by:
- using the public toilets provided, not the laneways
- taking your rubbish with you if the bins are full
- avoiding glass and taking any recyclables home with you
- respecting the neighbours and keeping the noise down
- don’t peg down marquees - use weights only
- cleaning up after your dog and keep them on a leash unless you’re in a designated off-leash area.
Yarra City Council staff will be on site with safety wardens, security and Victoria Police.
If you would like to discuss any further details about the event, please contact us on 9205 5555.