A brand-new New Year’s Eve festival is arriving in Melbourne this summer—Chapter NYE 2025 has officially announced its debut lineup, bringing a fresh dose of underground energy to PICA on 31st December, 2025. The first edition promises a carefully curated blend of house, techno, disco, and club-focused sounds to ring in the new year with style.

Leading the bill is Berlin-via-San Francisco favourite Gene On Earth, alongside the always-electrifying Hiroko Yamamura, known for her gritty, driving sets. Joining them are international groove purveyors Lovebirds and Laidlaw, plus local legends Andy Hart, Laura King, Sunshine, and Mimosa, helping to shape the event’s uniquely Melbourne vibe.

Chapter NYE will also feature back-to-back sets and exciting live combinations including JAMO & Kumi and Coupla Selectaz, while selectors like CamrinWatsin, Baron Von Trax, Sasha Fern, and Oliver James will bring serious heat across the dancefloor. The one-day event will transform PICA into a sonic playground as fans welcome 2026 with top-tier music and community energy.

Tickets go on sale this Thursday, 4th September at 9am, with First Release GA passes starting from $63.20. With a focus on quality curation and vibrant club culture, Chapter NYE is set to become a standout addition to Melbourne’s New Year’s Eve calendar.