Happy New Year 2026: Spectacular Fireworks Light Up the Skies Worldwide

As the clock struck midnight, cities around the world celebrated the dawn of the new year with a fusion of spectacular fireworks and local heritage. After a year defined by the harsh realities of conflict and political unrest, these festivities marked a hopeful transition away from a turbulent past. Here's a look at some of the spectacular photos of New Year's Eve fireworks across the world

Fireworks explode over Sydney Harbour Bridge to mark the New Year in Sydney, Australia.

Fireworks explode as projection mapping is displayed on the surface of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building to celebrate the New Year in Tokyo, Japan.

Fireworks explode over the London Eye Ferris wheel to mark the New Year's celebrations in London.

Fireworks explode during the New Year celebrations in Bangkok, Thailand.

Fireworks explode during the New Year celebrations in Bangkok, Thailand.

Fireworks explode during the New Year celebrations in Bangkok, Thailand.

Fireworks explode over Marina Bay during the New Year celebrations in Singapore.

People watch the New Year’s Day celebration fireworks in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Fireworks explode during the New Year celebrations in Bangkok.

Fireworks explode over the London Eye Ferris wheel to mark the New Year's celebrations in London.

Fireworks explode over the glass dome of the Reichstag building and the German national flag to mark the New Year's celebrations in Berlin, Germany.

Fireworks explode during New Year's celebrations in Valletta, Malta.