

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Sydney Harbour Australia Day 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 05:20 am – Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 06:20 am
- **Event Description**: ?? Australia Day 2026: Sydney Harbour ProgramMonday, 26 January 2026Sydney Harbour will transform into a world-class stage for a day of reflection, community, and celebration.? Morning: Reflection &amp; CultureDawn Reflection (5:20 am – 5:40 am): The Sydney Opera House sails illuminate with First Nations artwork. It can be best viewed from the Overseas Passenger Terminal.WugulOra Morning Ceremony (7:30 am – 8:30 am): A sacred smoking ceremony at Barangaroo Reserve celebrating the Gadigal people that also includes the Australian National Anthem sung in Eora and English.Oz Day 10K (9:00 am): Watch the world’s elite wheelchair athletes race through the historic streets of The Rocks.⛴️ Midday: Harbourfest HighlightsMidday Salute (11:55 am): A thunderous 21-gun salute followed by a high-octane RAAF F-35A Lightning II flypast over the harbor.Ferrython (12:10 pm – 12:30 pm): Four of Sydney’s Emerald Class ferries race from Fort Denison to the finish line under the Bridge.Maritime Mayhem (12:15 pm): Tugboat stunts and jet-ski acrobatics in Sydney Cove.Harbour Parade (1:00 pm – 2:15 pm): A "best-dressed" flotilla of private vessels.? Evening: The Grand FinaleAustralia Day Live (7:30 pm – 9:30 pm): A star-studded concert at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt choreographed to a parade of illuminated boats (the Lit Vessels Parade) and a massive fireworks display.Tickets: Tickets are free but essential. They will be up for sale from Wednesday, 14 January 2026 via the Opera House website.Broadcast: Watch live on ABC TV or iView if you can't make it to the Quay.? Attendee Essentials (The Fine Print)? Getting There &amp; HomeCircular Quay Station: From 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm, trains will not stop at Circular Quay to manage crowds. Use Wynyard, St James, or Martin Place and walk.Light Rail: L2 and L3 services will not run between Circular Quay and Town Hall from 7:30 pm onwards.Wharf Closures: Major wharves (including Circular Quay and King St) will have intermittent closures for the Ferrython and evening shows. Check the Trip Planner at transportnsw.info.? Information for BoatiesExclusion Zones:11:45 am – 12:45 pm: Full closure from the Bridge to East of Fort Denison.7:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Full closure of Sydney Cove.Spit Bridge: Operates on a regular Public Holiday timetable (no extra openings).Safety: NSW Police will enforce a 0.05 BAC limit. Lifejackets are mandatory for children under 12 in open areas of vessels under 8m.♿ Accessibility &amp; ComfortViewing: Designated accessible viewing areas are located at the Overseas Passenger Terminal and Barangaroo Reserve.Drop-offs: A dedicated accessible drop-off point is located at Harrington Street (The Rocks).Amenities: For the evening concert, haptic vests and quiet spaces for neurodivergent guests are available (registration required via australiaday.com.au).Security: Expect bag checks at the Opera House and major entry points. No glass or alcohol is permitted in most public vantage points.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sydney/sydney-harbour-australia-day-2026/80002808277950
- **Event Categories**: festivals, australia-day, parades, concerts, sports, workshops, music, entertainment, fireworks, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://www.australiaday.com.au/tools/harbour-parade/

## Event venue details

- **city**: Sydney
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Sydney Harbour
- **lat**: -33.8396500000
- **long**: 151.2054100000
- **full address**: Sydney Harbour, Sydney, Australia

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 8
- **organizer**: Events Guide in Australia (https://allevents.in/org/events-guide-in-australia/20868265)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 05:20 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sydney Harbour, Sydney, Australia
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Events Guide in Australia
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** festivals, australia-day, parades, concerts, sports, workshops, music, entertainment, fireworks, holiday
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Sydney Harbour Australia Day 2026 ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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