What is the name of London's annual New Year's Eve fireworks celebration along the River Thames?

London's annual New Year's Eve fireworks celebration along the River Thames is called London New Year's Eve fireworks.

The modern large-scale display is centered near the London Eye and the Victoria Embankment, with fireworks launched from barges and nearby structures. The spectacle accompanies the midnight chimes of Big Ben, although the clock tower's official name is Elizabeth Tower.

London's public display became a major annual event in the 21st century, drawing spectators to the central riverfront and reaching a much larger audience through television broadcasts. The celebration can include music, a countdown, and coordinated lighting.

A frequent error is to call the tower itself Big Ben. Big Ben is the nickname of the Great Bell inside Elizabeth Tower. The fireworks celebration is also distinct from London's New Year's Day Parade, which takes place on January 1.