Nothing beats Byron Bay for Schoolies Week. Chilled surfer vibes, endless summer days and a fun party scene – it’s a great place to celebrate the end of high school. Byron Bay attracts the backpacker crowd year round so it’s all geared up with an awesome nightlife and chilled day-time activities like beach cricket or learning how to surf.
Lock in your Byron Bay Schoolies accommodation early for access to the best deals at the best resorts. By booking with Sure Thing Schoolies you get access to exclusive parties and activities and we know where to continue the fun in town. There are seven main nightclubs in Byron Bay and each night of schoolies a nightclub hosts an epic party – think silent discos, glow-in-the-dark and rooftop parties. It’s a massive week of partying. Plus, a bonus of booking through Sure Thing Schoolies is you get access to other exclusive rooftop parties at Byron Bay Beach Hostel like a meet and greet and farewell gig.
Not going to be 18 at schoolies? No biggie, there Sure Thing Schoolies hosts parties within the accommodation so you can still be amongst it. Also, don’t miss out on the all ages boat party and Paintball Showdown. Two exclusive events that each year school leavers rave about.
Things to do at Schoolies Byron Bay:
- Grab your mates, make a team and compete in an action-packed game of Paintball
- Learn how to surf
- Walk up to the Byron Bay Lighthouse for awesome views and to visit the most eastern part of Australia
- Get an adrenaline rush on an epic Skydive over Byron Bay
Week One: 22 Nov – 29 Nov 2025
Week Two: 29 Nov – 6 Dec 2025
Week Three: 6 Nov – 13 Dec 2025
Schoolies 2026
Week One: 21 Nov – 28 Nov 2026
Week Two: 28 Nov – 5 Dec 2026
Week Three: 5 Nov – 12 Dec 2026
Schoolies aged 16 to 18 who are completing year 12 on the year of travel may attend. If you have left school early (eg Year 10) for work or TAFE and you are in this age group then you may also attend. The Schoolies accommodation and activities are accessible to all Schoolies 18+ as well as under 18.
The closest airports to Byron Bay are:
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- Ballina (25 min drive)
- Gold Coast/Coolangatta (1 hr drive)
- Brisbane (2 hr 30 min drive)
Transfers between the airport and the accommodation can be organised by Schoolies in advance (through an airport transfer/transport company). Alternatively, a Taxi, Maxi Taxi or Uber can be used. Drive times to the accommodation are approximately as follows:
- Ballina (25 min drive)
- Gold Coast/Coolangatta (1 hr drive)
- Brisbane (2 hr 30 min drive)
Schoolies can get access into the bars and clubs if they are 18. Otherwise, there is a great Schoolies vibe at the Schoolies accommodation that can be enjoyed every evening for all Schoolies regardless of age. Staying at the Schoolies accommodation is a huge advantage for those who are under 18 as it gives you a venue to enjoy and celebrate your Schoolies week.
There is Live Music at the Schoolies Accommodation at this exclusive Sure Thing Schoolies Resort (for under 18s as well as 18+ to enjoy. There are also Fire Shows for your entertainment during Schoolies at the Sure Thing Schoolies Accommodation.
Free for Schoolies at Accommodation
- Swimming Pool
- Beach Volleyball
- TV Room (Foxtel/Cable)
- Open air cinema
- BBQ Area with hammocks
- Live Music
- Fire Shows
Premium Activities
(Costs involved)
- Surf Board Hire and Surf Lessons
- Horse Riding
- Kayaking
- Fishing Trips
- Whale Watching
- Sea Turtle Snorkel Tours
- Circus Arts
- Skydiving
- Hang Gliding
- Air Ballooning
- Pamper Spa Centres
For Schoolies images click: www.byronbayschooliesweek.com.au/gallery
Official Byron Bay Schoolies Video
Upon payment of deposit, group members must register on an online form:
- Full name as per I.D. or passport
- Mobile number
- Personal email address
Stage 2
On 10th of August of the year of travel, group members must register on an online form:
- Address
- Home Number
- Date of Birth
- High School Name and Suburb
- Portrait photo
These are the House Rules for this event: