London New Year's Eve events

Welcome New Year's Eve to London with New Year's Eve fireworks, parties, and cruises.

Join the world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks near the London Eye, or head to one of London's best attractions, restaurants, bars or theatres to celebrate in style.

Looking for where to spend New Year's Eve if you don’t live in London? This guide may be helpful.

Will London celebrate New Year's Eve in 2024?

Yes, London is celebrating New Year's Eve in 2024. The places listed below traditionally host some of the best things to do on New Year's Eve in London – book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Where to go for New Year's Eve in 2024

Entertainment on New Year's Eve goes on throughout London, from shows, events and parties, to dinners, cruises and firework spotting. Here are some of the best things to do on New Year's Eve, to help you decide how to see in the new year.

London New Year's Eve fireworks

Vibrant New Year's Eve fireworks brighten up the sky over the London Eye every year to welcome in the new year.

The hugely popular London New Year's Eve fireworks have been ticketed since 2014 to ensure the event stays safe and fun for all.

If you want to join in the celebrations on the night, you must have secured a ticket to attend. Tickets for the London NYE 2024 fireworks are currently on sale. There is a second release happening in December – check back soon for more information.

New Year's Day event cruises with London views

See London via river with City Cruises' annual New Year's Eve dinner cruise. On these New Year's Eve cruises, you can feast, drink and dance into 2025 in style.

London Sarpedon New Years Cruise 

Treat yourself to a New Year's Eve dinner cruise with stunning views of the fireworks on board the Sarpedon boat for a night to remember.

London Rose New Year Cruise

Or simply party the night away to live DJs as you watch the fireworks from the water onboard the adults-only London Rose cruise.

London Thames Rib Experience 

For an adrenaline-fuelled ride, enjoy 360-degree views of London's New Year's Eve fireworks during the Thames Rib Speedboat Experience, featuring music, refreshments and more.

New Year's Eve speedboat experience in London

Pair a thrilling speedboat ride with tasty food and throwback tunes with Thames Rockets New Year's events.

London restaurants for New Year's Eve dining

Indulge with a meal at one of London's best Michelin-starred restaurants.

Experience special menus; indulgent afternoon teas or a pre-dinner drink at one of London’s sparkling champagne bars or swish cocktail bars.

Don’t know what restaurant to visit? Check out our quick guide to eating out in London.

Celebrate at London’s New Year's Eve bar events.

Celebrate the start of 2025 in style at a cool London restaurant and rooftop bar.

Madison rooftop terrace New Year's Eve party in London

With entertainers, live music, great views of the fireworks and St Paul's Cathedral. This rooftop terrace party will finish your 2024 in style.

A luxurious end to 2024 at The Standard Hotel in London

Head upstairs at The Standard Hotel for its annual New Year's Eve party which promises a sophisticated celebration in luxury surroundings.

Wine and dine at the Sea Containers Hotel Restaurant & 12th Knot Rooftop bar

Indulge in a menu of delights at the Sea Containers hotel restaurant with the sparkling skyline behind, or make your way to the 12th Knot rooftop bar for the midnight countdown.

Dance the night away at a London New Year's Eve club and party

If a lively night of dancing is your thing, check out the New Year’s parties in London below.

Troxy’s Cirque Du Soul New Year's Eve Party

For dancing all night look to the iconic Troxy's Cirque du Soul. This is a New Year's Eve party with incredible performances and a festival-scale crowd.

New Year’s Eve at the Natural History Museum

For a night that will go down in history, get dressed up for a unique New Year's Eve at the Natural History Museum.

This year's celebrations include live music and a DJ, a silent disco and the opportunity to explore some of the museum's galleries after dark, including the 60th Wildlife Photographer of the Year and Birds: Brilliant and Bizarre exhibitions.

New Year’s Masquerade Ball at the Londoner Hotel

Welcome 2025 in style at The Londoner Hotel's New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball.

Here you can expect live music, champagne, a canape reception, a three-course dinner and a free-flowing house wine feature alongside the night's thrilling entertainment.

New Year's Eve shows and concerts

Sing to your heart's desire at these New Year’s shows and concerts.

Be enveloped by music and candlelight at St Mary Le Strand for a classical concert of Vivaldi's iconic masterpiece of The Four Seasons.

Make the most of last-minute Winter activities

Prefer something a bit more active? These New Year’s Eve events for families and kids are the perfect end to 2024.

Enjoy an afternoon ice skate at London’s Winter Wonderland

Get stuck into festive fun at Winter Wonderland, which has rides, markets and shows for all members of the family.

Go and see a New Year’s pantomime 

Take the family to a top Christmas show or a spectacular West End performance (not all productions have shows on New Year's Eve, so check dates in advance).

Barbican’s New Year’s Day Prom

Get the new year off to an explosive start with Barbican's New Year's Day Proms, featuring classical thrills, bites and lighting delights.

New Year’s events near me in London

Got a New Year's event booked in London and need transport there and back? Our Grand Central London routes could be the perfect choice for you.

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