London's New Year's Eve Fireworks Countdown
As Big Ben strikes midnight GMT, London's New Year's Eve fireworks erupt along the River Thames around the London Eye to welcome 2027. This countdown ticks down to the famous chimes, in your own timezone.
London New Year's Eve Fireworks is on Friday, January 1, 2027, which is 145 calendar days away. The live countdown above ticks down to the exact moment, to the second.
How many days until London New Year's Eve Fireworks?
London New Year's Eve Fireworks is on Friday, January 1, 2027, which is 145 calendar days away. The live countdown above ticks down to the exact moment, to the second.
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Fireworks on the Thames
London's ticketed riverside display sends fireworks up from the London Eye and barges on the Thames the instant Big Ben tolls midnight, choreographed to music and broadcast live by the BBC.
The chimes of Big Ben
The bongs of Big Ben in the Elizabeth Tower have marked the turn of the year in Britain for generations. When the final stroke lands at midnight GMT, the sky over central London lights up.
Quick facts
- Begins as Big Ben strikes midnight GMT
- Fireworks launch from the London Eye and the Thames
- Broadcast live across the UK by the BBC
- The riverside viewing areas are ticketed
London New Year's Eve Fireworks — frequently asked questions
When is London New Year's Eve Fireworks?
London New Year's Eve Fireworks is on Friday, January 1, 2027.
How many days until London New Year's Eve Fireworks?
145 calendar days, counting from today: London New Year's Eve Fireworks falls on Friday, January 1, 2027. The clock at the top of the page counts down to the exact second.
Updated August 2026 · time-and-space.science