Manchester City Council

News published January 2026

Tens of thousands turn out to celebrate New Year in Manchester with spectacular firework display

  • Thursday 1 January 2026
Manchester's Central Library at night lit up with pink fireworks spiralling skywards from its roof

People turned out in their tens of thousands tonight to help Manchester celebrate the New Year which was ushered in with Ferris Wheel rides and a spectacular fireworks and light display.

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