Central Coast Council is delighted to invite residents and visitors to ring in the New Year with a vibrant celebration at Gosford and The Entrance on Wednesday 31 December.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
From 6-9pm, both waterfront locations will come alive with an exciting array of live music, roving performers, amusements and activities for kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These free and alcohol-free events are designed to be safe and welcoming for everyone, making them the perfect way to celebrate New Year\u2019s Eve with loved ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Council Mayor Lawrie McKinna said New Year’s Eve on the Central Coast is a fantastic opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate all that makes our region special. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOur New Year\u2019s Eve events showcase the very best of the Central Coast\u2019s community spirit and natural beauty. We encourage everyone to join in, celebrate safely and make lasting memories with loved ones,\u201d Mayor McKinna said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe look forward to seeing families, friends and visitors join us for a safe and memorable night, filled with fun and local talent.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Enjoy a delicious selection of eats from local food trucks and market stalls as you soak up the festive atmosphere alongside family and friends. Talented local bands and artists will take to the stage throughout the evening, setting the tone for an unforgettable night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Live music line up:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Gosford:
\u2022 6 \u2013 6.15pm | Kuthula Band
\u2022 6.25 \u2013 7.05pm | The Camrys
\u2022 7.20 \u2013 8pm | Rebecca Johnson Band
\u2022 8.15 \u2013 9pm | Katie Jayne Band<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Entrance:
\u2022 6 \u2013 6.15pm | Pilot Buffalo
\u2022 6.25 \u2013 7.05pm | The Cat Snatchers (formerly Toby Wells Band)
\u2022 7.20 \u2013 8pm | Baxter\u2019s Revenge
\u2022 8.15 \u2013 9pm | Spicy Margarita<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith encourages everyone to plan ahead for the events.
\u201cWe encourage everyone to make the most of public transport when coming to our events, and to plan ahead as holiday traffic can be busier than usual,\u201d Ms Smith said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIf you\u2019re driving, please take care and be mindful of possible road closures or delays near event venues. Be sure to check the latest updates before you travel.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For more details about New Year\u2019s Eve celebrations and what\u2019s on this summer, visit lovecentralcoast.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Central Coast Council is delighted to invite residents and visitors to ring in the New Year with a vibrant celebration at Gosford and The Entrance on Wednesday 31 December. From…","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9417,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","episode_type":"audio","audio_file":"","podmotor_file_id":"","podmotor_episode_id":"","cover_image":"","cover_image_id":"","duration":"","filesize":"","filesize_raw":"","date_recorded":"","explicit":"","block":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[41],"tags":[],"series":[],"class_list":["post-9416","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news-events"],"episode_featured_image":"https:\/\/onthecoastpublications.com.au\/onthecoastover55\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/12\/newyearseve.jpg","episode_player_image":"https:\/\/onthecoastpublications.com.au\/onthecoastover55\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/12\/newyearseve.jpg","download_link":"","player_link":"","audio_player":false,"episode_data":{"playerMode":"dark","subscribeUrls":{"apple_podcasts":{"key":"apple_podcasts","url":"","label":"Apple Podcasts","class":"apple_podcasts","icon":"apple-podcasts.png"},"stitcher":{"key":"stitcher","url":"","label":"Stitcher","class":"stitcher","icon":"stitcher.png"},"google_podcasts":{"key":"google_podcasts","url":"","label":"Google Podcasts","class":"google_podcasts","icon":"google-podcasts.png"},"spotify":{"key":"spotify","url":"","label":"Spotify","class":"spotify","icon":"spotify.png"}},"rssFeedUrl":"https:\/\/onthecoastpublications.com.au\/onthecoastover55\/feed\/podcast\/coffee-with-a-coastie","embedCode":"NYE for Families: Free Waterfront Fun in Gosford & The Entrance<\/a><\/blockquote>