New Year’s Eve at The Duke 

New Year's Eve at The Duke

Where better to farewell one year and welcome the next than New Zealand’s first licensed pub? 

Celebrate the last sunset of the year from Russell’s iconic waterfront before counting down to midnight with great food, live music and plenty of festive atmosphere. 

Our chefs are already putting together this year’s New Year’s Eve menu  and we’ll be revealing the full menu closer to the big night. 

Early Seating 

From 5:00pm | Tables available until 7:30pm 

Perfect for those wanting an early celebration before heading off to enjoy the rest of the evening.  This gives you time to go for a wander, enjoy the town and come back for a dance from 10PM with our awesome band 

  • À la carte menu available 

Late Seating 

From 7:30pm | No time limit 

See in the New Year with us and settle in for an unforgettable evening. 

  • Three-Course Set Menu, $175 per person (inside seating and beachfront) 
  • Deck seating, $200 per person 
  • Includes a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival 

Live Entertainment 

The celebrations kick off with live music from 5:00pm, before our live band takes the stage from 10:00pm until late, creating the perfect soundtrack to welcome the New Year. 

Booking Information 

  • Full pre-payment is required to confirm your booking. 
  • Tickets are non-refundable. 
  • A 2.45% surcharge applies to all credit card payments. If you’d prefer to pay another way, just let us know. 
  • Bookings are essential. 

To reserve your table, email functions@theduke.co.nz.

Great food. Live music. Waterfront views. A New Year’s Eve to remember.