Newcastle’s New Year’s Eve fireworks displays cancelled due to bad weather
Two planned New Year’s Eve fireworks displays in Newcastle have been cancelled.
Newcastle City Council has confirmed that the two planned fireworks displays on the Quayside for New Year’s Eve have been cancelled due to the bad weather.
The displays, which would have been the first New Year fireworks since 2019, were planned for 6pm and midnight.
However, the Met Office has issued a weather warning for winds of up to 50mph - which is set to impact the North East over the coming days.
As a result of the weather forecast, the Council has made the decision to cancel the fireworks displays on safety grounds.
A Newcastle City Council spokesperson said: “We know many were looking forward to celebrating New Year’s Eve on the Quayside with our spectacular fireworks displays, but due to strong gusty winds and a yellow weather warning issued by the Met Office, we’ve had to take the tough decision to cancel the planned events at 6pm and midnight.
“Safety always comes first, and the forecast has made it clear that continuing would pose risks to those attending, as well as our event teams working on-site.
“Newcastle’s Quayside is a special place to mark New Year’s Eve, and we understand how disappointing this news will be for both residents and visitors, including those who’ve travelled to our city.
“We’re incredibly proud of the community spirit Newcastle always shows, and we hope everyone can still find ways to safely welcome 2025 with family and friends.
“We’d like to thank everyone for their understanding and patience, and we wish you all a very safe and happy new year.”