New Year's Eve Picnic

Terms & Conditions

All tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Any ineligible ticket purchases will be cancelled and you will be notified. It will then be the member’s responsibility to re-book the tickets correctly. For more information about T&Cs call (02) 9231 8182.

Ticket Information

Tickets can only be purchased by Members of Foundation & Friends, and they will be emailed to the purchasing email address upon booking. Membership must be financial on 31 December 2024.

A maximum of 10 adult tickets can be purchased per membership i.e. if you have a Household Membership you are entitled to two (2) member priced tickets, plus eight (8) non-member tickets, plus additional children’s tickets. If you have an Individual Membership you are entitled to one (1) member priced ticket, plus nine (9) non-member tickets, plus additional children’s tickets

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I join as a Foundation & Friends of the Botanic Gardens (Foundation & Friends) member?
If you are not already a member please purchase a membership + ticket bundle, which includes a Foundation & Friends Membership as well as ticket/tickets to the NYE Picnic Event.

If I change my mind or my circumstances change can my tickets be refunded?
No. Once the tickets have been issued, there will be no refunds. Tickets are non-transferable.

I am a member and have purchased one set of tickets. How do I purchase extra tickets?
For additional tickets, please call Foundation & Friends office at (02) 9231 8182 between Monday – Thursday, 9am – 3pm.

Will tickets be sold at the event?
No. There will be no ticket sales at the event. All attendees must present a ticket to gain entry. 

How do we enter the Botanic Garden for the event?
Entry will open at 5pm via the Woolloomooloo Gate on Mrs Macquaries Road. Exit will be via the same point.The Picnic site is approximately 500m from the entry gates.

Is there accessible access and facilities?
The whole Foundation & Friends Picnic site is accessible. There is an accessible gate without stairs at the entry and the lawn areas are accessible via the designated pathways. Accessible toilets are also available at the Picnic site.

If you require extra assistance to access the Picnic site, please book a buggy transfer through the Royal Botanic Gardens - https://www.botanicgardens.org.au/whats-on/new-years-eve/nye-buggy-transfer-bookings

You do NOT need to enter the accessible venue application ballot if you have purchased Foundation & Friends tickets.

My partner and I have a Household membership, how many tickets can we buy?
You can purchase a maximum of 10 adult tickets in total, including 2 member tickets at $185 each, 8 member’s guest tickets at $225 each plus additional children’s tickets.

Can I buy food at the event?
No, this is a self-catered event with only limited snacks available for purchase. We recommend that all food and drinks are brought to the event. Please note that sharp knives are not permitted and we recommend bringing reusable plastic utensils and cups. Please also note that the only glass permitted is wine bottles (including sparkling wine). No other glass or glassware is allowed. Therefore, please make sure to bring all beer, soft drink and other items in cans or plastic containers.

Can I bring alcohol into the event?
Yes. The amount of alcohol permitted per person must fit into the equivalent of a small handheld esky. We encourage the responsible consumption of alcohol. Please also note that the only glass permitted is wine bottles (including sparkling wine). No other glass is allowed. Therefore, please make sure to bring all beer, soft drink and other items in cans or plastic containers.

What type of event is this?
It is an open-air family-friendly picnic on the grass overlooking Sydney Harbour and the bridge.

Can I bring my own chairs to this event?
Yes. Please bring picnic rugs and beach chairs with rounded metal frames that will not harm the lawn. Please do not bring chairs that can dig into the ground as they are not permitted. We have branded picnic rugs available to pre purchase from our online store here. Bean bags are also available for collection on the day, these can be hired here (pre-booking required). These will be available for pick up on the day.

I have lost my ticket, what do I do?
First, you may wish to check your e-mail account ‘junk’ folder.

You could also find your ticket purchase by accessing the Ticketbooth website: https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/, and entering your email address and password (if you've set one), otherwise the option to reset your password can be found just below your login on the website.

If you are still experiencing difficulties, you can contact the Ticketbooth support team at any time at [email protected] with your name, the event for which you have purchased tickets to and any other supporting purchase information (eg. Booking ID).

Is there anything I should bring?

There are no pass outs once in the event, so please bring everything you need when you arrive. As this is a BYO picnic event with very limited snacks available for purchase, we recommend bringing a picnic blanket and your favourite snacks and refreshments. For additional entertainment, board games and card games are encouraged. We also recommend bringing a warm top, jacket, or a rug as it can be a bit colder next to the harbour.

Anything that is not allowed?
You are NOT allowed to bring aerosols like insect sprays, sharp knives, camping or shade structures, drones, poppers, or sparklers. Projectile outdoor games such as balls, frisbees, and toss games are not permitted. No glass is allowed other than wine bottles (including sparkling wine). Please do not bring chairs that can dig into the ground as they are not permitted.

Are you Booking from Overseas? 

Due to the risk of fraudulent transactions, some transactions may be restricted from countries other than Australia.

If you tried to process transactions on our website and have failed, please email our office on foundation.friends@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au, stating your name and address and what quantity, by category, of tickets you would like to purchase.

Thank you for supporting Foundation & Friends.