The following are the major events Exclusion Zones for Sydney Harbour for December 2024 and January 2025 that boaters need to know for the relevant days. Please consults the event websites or the Transport for NSW event webpages for further and final details.
Sydney to Hobart – December 26
- Race Starts at 1.oo pm
- Exclusion Zone from 12 noon to 2.20 pm
- Further details at 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race AND Transport for NSW
New Years Eve 31 December 2024
- First Fireworks will occur at 9 pm
- 9.30 till 11 pm – Sydney Harbour Lights Parade
- 12 midnight – main fireworks display
Further details at Transport for NSW
Australia Day 2025 – January 26
- 11:45am – 12:30pm Harbourfest including: 21 Gun Salute, RAAF Roulettes display, Ferrython and Maritime Mayhem
- 12:45pm-2:00pmHarbour Parade
- 1:00pm-1:30pmTall Ships Race, Bradleys Head to Sydney Harbour Bridge
- 1:30pm-6:00pmAustralia Day Regatta, East Sydney Harbour
- 7:30pm-9:30pmAustralia Day Live in Circular Quay
For more program and event details, visit australiaday.com.au or Transport for NSW