Spectacular New Year’s Eve celebrations around the world!
The beginning of a New Year is a globally celebrated event with parties, music, and displays of all kinds. Let’s take a look at some of the top New Year’s Eve celebrations around the world!
Time for the ball to drop!
Times Square in New York is another popular New Year’s Eve hotspot, and the event that stops the show is the ball drop at midnight to usher in the New Year. The Times Square Ball is located on the roof of One Times Square and falls 141 feet in 60 seconds, starting at 11:59:00. The festivities begin at 6 p.m. with the ball raised and the 6-hour countdown begins. Accompanied by live entertainment and concerts by eminent musicians, Times Square is an iconic place to welcome the New Year.
London Calling!
Old Blighty might have lost its luster, but the UK still has a few moves left. New Year’s Eve celebrations focus on Big Ben and the London Eye. Big Ben hits to mark midnight on New Year’s Eve in London, which is followed by the largest fireworks display in the country, presented by the Mayor of London. The event is ticketed, so better book your tickets in advance as they will surely sell out, before you can say ‘some tea’!
Hip-hop Europe!
It is time to turn our heads towards Europe, starting with Germany. The capital city has a mile-long party zone with live music, disco, and laser shows culminating in, you guessed it, a spectacular fireworks show at midnight! There are many trendy clubs that offer DJ music and a great party atmosphere. If those aren’t your thing, the Berliner Philharmoniker hosts its annual New Year’s Eve concert, a special treat for classical music enthusiasts. PS: It’s free entry for everyone! Nearby food stalls serve food from around the world, make sure you never go hungry. Berlin is gearing up to be a great option to spend New Year’s Eve!
NYE meets UAE!
As more clocks strike 12 around the world, it’s time to head to the opulent Middle East and the United Arab Emirates, where New Year’s Eve celebrations take place at Burj Dubai. A Guinness World Record feat, ‘Light Up 20XX’ is the largest sound and light show in a single structure. Displayed in 109,252 square meters of the Burj Khalifa, it is a sight to behold against the night sky, and a fitting way to welcome in the New Year. The exhibition lasts 10 minutes and is accompanied by multiple musical performances to make the evening even more special.
Down under the NYE festivities!
Sydney, one of the first cities where the clock strikes 12, ushers in the New Year with spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks. Known as the port city, Sydney Harbor is the place to be and a New Year’s Eve cruise even more so, to fully appreciate the grandeur of these spectacular exhibits.
A musically choreographed fireworks display that set off from the Harbor Bridge and surrounding barges in Sydney Harbor is the highlight of the evening, not to mention the visual set that includes the Sydney Harbor Bridge Effect and the Harbor of Light Parade!