View of the Sydney Opera House on Australia Day as seen from the Sydney Showboat
View of the Sydney Opera House on Australia Day as seen from the Sydney Showboat
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Sydney Showboat cruising past the illuminated Opera House
Cabaret Show on Sydney Showboats Australia Day Cruises | Sydney - Australia
Fireworks over the stunning Sydney Harbour
Australia day programs aboard Australia Day Cruise
View of the Sydney Opera House on Australia Day as seen from the Sydney Showboat
View of the Sydney Opera House on Australia Day as seen from the Sydney Showboat
Sydney Showboats Cabaret Show & Dinner Cruise | Banner
Sydney Showboat cruising past the illuminated Opera House
Cabaret Show on Sydney Showboats Australia Day Cruises | Sydney - Australia
Fireworks over the stunning Sydney Harbour
Australia day programs aboard Australia Day Cruise
View of the Sydney Opera House on Australia Day as seen from the Sydney Showboat
Sydney Showboats Cabaret Show & Dinner Cruise | Banner
Sydney Showboat cruising past the illuminated Opera House
Cabaret Show on Sydney Showboats Australia Day Cruises | Sydney - Australia
Fireworks over the stunning Sydney Harbour
Australia day programs aboard Australia Day Cruise

Australia Day Fireworks Dinner Cruises On Sydney Harbour

Location King Street Wharf - 5
Boards 18:15
Departs 19:00
Returns 22:00

On Australia Day, Sydney Harbour comes alive with a vibrant celebration, and the Sydney Showboat offers the perfect way to experience it all. Choose one of our Sydney Harbour Australia Day cruises to enjoy an unforgettable evening cruise featuring the best of Aussie hospitality—delicious dining, incredible live entertainment and breathtaking views of the harbour's festivities, including the dazzling fireworks display.

Showboat’s Australia Day cruises are the ultimate way to soak up the famous Australia Day Live concert and its mesmerising fireworks show from the water! Choose the classic Australia Day harbour cruise package for the ultimate harbour experience with a deluxe three-course dinner, unlimited drinks and Showboat’s signature cabaret show, ‘Voyage of Love’.

Now in its ninth spectacular season, Voyage of Love has captivated millions since 1987 and is sure to delight you on the Showboat Australia Day cruise as well! Performed by a talented all-Australian cast, this high-energy show journeys through love in iconic cities like Paris, New York and Rio, concluding with a heartwarming Aussie finale featuring nostalgic classics and beloved hits. With cheeky theatrics, mesmerising dance and world-class Aussie talent, it’s the ultimate way to celebrate Australia Day!

Please note that official Australia Day Sydney Harbour events are subject to the 2026 program issued by the City of Sydney and will be updated in due course.

Australia Day 2026 Cruise Packages

Showboat Australia Day Fireworks & Light Parade Dinner Cruise – $220 pp

The classic Australia Day harbour experience with dinner, drinks and cabaret
Banner of Showboat Australia Day Fireworks & Light Parade Dinner Cruise Package
Cruise Inclusions
  • 3hr Australia Day fireworks cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • Official participant in the 'Lit Vessels Parade'
  • Watch the Australia Day Live events & fireworks finale
  • 3-course seated & served dinner
  • Beers, wines, sparkling, soft drinks & juices
  • Reserved seats & waiter service
  • 1hr spectacular cabaret show ‘Voyage of Love’

*Access to exclusion zone to watch the Australia Day Live
*Australia Day harbour events are subject to the 2026 program issued by the City of Sydney

Australia Day Art Decko Fireworks & Light Parade Dinner Cruise – $160 pp

Australia Day harbour dinner and drinks at the Art Decko Level - show not included
Cruise Inclusions
  • 3hr Australia Day fireworks cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • Official participant in the 'Lit Vessels Parade'
  • Watch the Australia Day Live events & fireworks finale
  • 3-course seated & served dinner
  • Beers, wines, sparkling, soft drinks & juices
  • Reserved seats & waiter service
  • ‘Voyage of Love’ cabaret show not included

*Access to exclusion zone to watch the Australia Day Live
*Australia Day harbour events are subject to the 2026 program issued by the City of Sydney

Australia Day Paddlewheel Lounge Fireworks & Light Parade Dinner Cruise – $150 pp

Australia Day harbour dinner and drinks at the Paddlewheel Lounge - show not included
Cruise Inclusions
  • 3hr Australia Day fireworks cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • Official participant in the 'Lit Vessels Parade'
  • Watch the Australia Day Live events & fireworks finale
  • 3-course seated & served dinner
  • Beers, wines, sparkling, soft drinks & juices
  • Reserved seats & waiter service
  • ‘Voyage of Love’ cabaret show not included

*Access to exclusion zone to watch the Australia Day Live
*Australia Day harbour events are subject to the 2026 program issued by the City of Sydney

Additional Information
Cruise Programme
7:30pm - 10:30pm
Australia Day Live + Lit Vessels Parade + Fireworks Displays

*See sample Australia Day events above. The schedule for the 2026 program will be updated closer to the event.

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Guest Reviews
  • 26 January 2025
    We attended with a couple of family members from interstate. It was great to share such a great experience with them. We all had a fantastic time, especially with the Australia Day events to watch. We loved everything about it. The show was terrific, the singer and male dancer exceptional.
    - Debra H
  • 26 January 2025
    What a great way to spend our 30th Wedding Anniversary and Australia Day. Staff, Show, foods and total experience was amazing.
    - Ellen K
  • 26 January 2025
    It's the best cruise experience we have ever experienced, Hence why we all booked again,coming in from Adelaide, there is nothing that we could complain about it was magnificent,looking forward to booking for 2026 sensational.
    - Jan A