Global Fireworks
Global cities welcomed 2026 with fireworks
London, United Kingdom / Sydney, Australia / Auckland, New Zealand / Edinburgh, United Kingdom / New Year's Eve /

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  • Cities around the world rang in 2026 with dazzling fireworks displays, with London leading the charge as 100,000 revelers gathered along the Thames for a breathtaking show focused on the iconic London Eye.
  • Auckland set the global stage as the first major city to celebrate, launching an impressive display from the towering Sky Tower, lighting up the night sky with thousands of fireworks.
  • Sydney's New Year’s festivities included a poignant moment of silence for victims of a recent mass shooting, blending celebration with remembrance as tributes illuminated the Harbour Bridge before the fireworks spectacular.
  • Edinburgh welcomed the new year with a lively Hogmanay celebration, highlighting its rich traditions and drawing in crowds eager to partake in the evening's festivities.
  • Across the United States and beyond, cities like New York, Paris, and Dubai showcased their own unique celebrations, underscoring a global spirit of community and hope amid the challenges of the past year.
  • Amidst a backdrop of enhanced security and occasional event cancellations, the overarching narrative remained one of joy, resilience, and a collective yearning for peace and prosperity as the new year began.

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