Which city hosts the famous New Year's Eve fireworks over Copacabana Beach?

Rio de Janeiro hosts the famous New Year’s Eve fireworks over Copacabana Beach.

Brazilian New Year’s Eve is commonly called Réveillon, and Rio’s Copacabana celebration is one of its most recognizable public events. Fireworks are launched from barges offshore, allowing the display to be viewed along the broad beach and waterfront. Millions of people may gather in the city during the holiday period, making crowd management a major part of the event.

Many celebrants wear white clothing, a practice associated with peace and renewal. Other customs reflect Afro-Brazilian religious traditions, including offerings to Iemanjá, the orisha associated with the sea, although practices vary among participants and communities. Some people also jump seven waves, making wishes as they do so.

Copacabana’s celebration is sometimes confused with Brazil’s national capital, Brasília, or with São Paulo’s major avenue party. The internationally televised beach fireworks are specifically associated with Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana neighborhood and its Atlantic shoreline.