Newcastle City Council has confirmed that New Years Eve fireworks are returning this year.

The announcement comes after New Year’s Eve saw laser displays light up the Quayside, although major changes are coming this year.

Late last week the Council confirmed the switch.

Labelled Howaymanay, the ticketed event will kick off at 8:30pm with live entertainment and street food running through the night.

Two displays will take place - one at midnight as well as another free family friendly option taking place at 6pm.

Tickets are on sale now through the festive pages of the Newcastle City Council website at a cost of £6.

Organisers are expecting the event to reack capacity before the night.

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