Whether it's New Year's Eve or just another Saturday night in Sydney's Darling Harbour, if there's one thing Australia is known for it's epic fireworks displays. And the Australia Day fireworks are certainly no exception.

If you're in a major city celebrating the long weekend on Monday, 26 January, be sure to catch one of these brilliant displays and the city skies are illuminated by dazzling displays of colour.

From Perth to Sydney, here's some of the top displays around the country.

While we don't host any events ourselves, here's what's going on around Australia. We recommend checking with local councils and organisers before heading out to ensure nothing has changed last-minute.

Where are they? Circular Quay When are they? During the Australia Day Live Concert 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

The iconic locations to witness the spectacular Australia Day Fireworks, Sydney Opera House and Circular Quay surely make it to the top. The Opera House forecourt offers a prime vantage point to enjoy a clear view of the Sydney fireworks exploding over the harbour and the iconic Opera House itself.

Circular Quay provides panoramic views of the harbour and the firework displays, which it usually decorated with a hub of activity like food stalls lining up, live music and a festive atmosphere.

There are several ways to enjoy fireworks on the Sydney Harbour Cruise, including booking Cruises available during the period where you can enjoy the fireworks in a relaxed atmosphere complete with DJ music, canapés, and other entertainments that will create a memorable scene with your beloved.

Where are they? Langley Park When are they? 8:30pm

Another city where you can indulge in the festive atmosphere of Australia Day Fireworks is in Perth. The city typically hosts a range of family-friendly activities and entertainment in the park, decorated with spectacular fireworks and a drone show over the Swan River.

In 2026, the spectacle will see the wunning combination of drones and colourful fireworks launch from barges floating in the Swan River and more than 100,000 people are expected to come watch.

Where are they? Brighton and Lawnton When are they? 7pm and 7:15pm, respectively

Although Brisbane is having an Australia Day event, known as Great Australian Bites, fireworks don't appear to be on the agenda. But, that doesn't mean there aren't any around! According to the Queensland government's list of upcoming fireworks displays, there will be a few happening in and around Brisbane on the big day.

Where are they? HOTA Parklands, Surfers Paradise When are they? 7pm

Concluding a family friendly Australia Day celebration, fireworks will illuminate the skies over Surfers Paradise in the Gold Coast on Australia Day. Before they do, there will be live music, food trucks and more starting from 4pm.

Where are they? Along the River Torrens near King William Road When are they? Exact time TBC

Adelaide's Aus Lights on the River event starts off with a parade honouring community groups and South Australian's diverse population. After that, there's plenty of live performances to be watch before fireworks over the River Torrens conclude the event.

A national public holiday, Australia Day is observed annually on 26 January it is marked by various events across the country, including peformances by local talent, large citizenship ceremonies, respectful ceremonies and displays of aboriginal culture and, of course, fireworks to conclude the day.

It's held on 26 January to commemorate the First Fleet of British ships that arrived at Port Jackson, marking the beginning of European colonisation in Australia. However, it can be a sensitive day for some as it celebrated the day the fleet arrived rather than signing of a national constitution like many other countries.

So, while there will be plenty of celebrations going on, do keep that is mind and pay respect to those who may feel differently about what Australia Day means to them.