Global celebrations marked the arrival of 2026 with fireworks and light shows at iconic landmarks worldwide. Cities from Sydney to London, Paris to Dubai, and Tokyo to Beijing hosted public gatherings and dazzling displays. Pacific nations like Kiribati and New Zealand were among the first to welcome the new year, followed by Australia, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Traditional rituals, such as temple bell ringing in Japan and bell striking in South Korea, also took place, alongside modern spectacles like the Burj Khalifa's light and fireworks show.