New Year’s Eve Spending Set to Reach $5.8 Million as Adelaide Celebrates 2025

Last updated 06 Jan, 2025

City goers are tipped to dig deep this New Year’s Eve, splashing out more than $5.83 million as the CBD and North Adelaide ring in 2025.

According to latest figures analysed by AEDA’s Data & Insights team, approximately $5,839,217 is set to go through the tills— up four per cent on last year.

It comes as figures from a sample of 42 hotels showed forward bookings were currently at 69 per cent occupancy, up from 39 per cent at the same time in 2023.


In Short:

  • City goers are set to splash more than $5.8 million on NYE.
  • Forward hotel bookings are at 69 per cent occupancy.
  • Ring in the New Year in Adelaide with some tips from ExperienceAdelaide.com.au.

Adelaide Economic Development Agency Acting General Manager Andrew White encourages locals and visitors alike to support city businesses on their last day of 2024 trade.

“Supporting our vibrant city on New Year's Eve is not just about celebrating, but also helping fuel Adelaide's economic growth into 2025,” Mr White says.

Adelaide Economic Development Agency Acting General Manager Andrew White encourages locals and visitors alike to support city businesses on their last day of 2024 trade.

“Supporting our vibrant city on New Year's Eve is not just about celebrating, but also helping fuel Adelaide's economic growth into 2025,” Mr White says.

“Supporting our vibrant city on New Year's Eve is not just about celebrating, but also helping fuel Adelaide's economic growth into 2025,” Mr White says.

“Whether it is getting a bite to eat before the fireworks at Elder Park or heading to Rundle Mall to take advantage of post-Christmas sales—make the most of your New Year’s Eve as we all prepare to countdown into 2025."

You can ring in the New Year in Adelaide with some tips from ExperienceAdelaide.com.au.

Whether you want to celebrate with stunning views at HENNESSY Rooftop Bar, gather for a feast at The Kitchen or head to the Riverbank with the family for spectacular fireworks—there is something for everyone in the City.

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