New Year's Eve Firework Display - Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside

Ring in 2025 with a Spectacular Display Over the Tyne!

Celebrate the arrival of 2025 in style with two show stopping firework displays lighting up the Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside this New Year’s Eve. Returning for the first time since 2019, these free public displays are the grand finale of Newcastle’s Christmas 2024 celebrations.

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, 31 December 2024
Times:

• 6:00 PM – A family-friendly display for an early New Year celebration.
• Midnight – A spectacular display to welcome in the New Year in style.
  Location: The best views are from the designated viewing areas along the Newcastle Quayside (under the Tyne Bridge to the Cycle Hub) and Baltic Square on Gateshead Quayside. Fireworks will also be visible from various other spots across Newcastle and Gateshead.

What to Expect

Experience two breathtaking 15-minute displays created by the award-winning Reaction Fireworks, set against the iconic backdrop of the Tyne Bridge and the Quayside.

Arrive early to soak up the atmosphere, with live entertainment an hour before each display (from 5:00 PM and 11:00 PM). Keep an eye out for walkabout performers and explore nearby restaurants, cafes, and bars for a complete evening of celebrations.

On the Gateshead side of the Quayside, head to Baltic Square to enjoy a festive selection of food and drink vendors, including prosecco, beer, coffee, and pizza stalls.

Plan Your Evening

Getting Here:
Public transport is the easiest way to reach the Quayside.

• Metro: The closest Metro stations are Central Station and Gateshead Interchange, both just a 10-15 minute walk from the Quayside.
• Bus: Popular routes serving the Quayside include the Q3 service and buses stopping near Central Station. For detailed journey planning, visit the Nexus website or the Go North East route planner.
• Driving: Road closures will be in place from 4:00 PM - be sure to arrive early to allow time to find suitable parking!

Road Closures:

• When: From 4:00 PM on Tuesday, 31 December 2024.
• Where: Newcastle Quayside and surrounding streets will be closed to vehicles to create a safe and pedestrian-friendly environment.

Kick off 2025 with this unforgettable celebration, blending jaw-dropping visuals and the electric energy of Newcastle and Gateshead’s iconic Quayside. It’s the perfect way to welcome the New Year with family, friends, and fellow revellers.

Don’t miss this spectacular New Year’s Eve event—make your way to the Quayside for a celebration to remember!