Ring in 2025 with a Dazzling and Colourful Fireworks Display at Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour

HONG KONG--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the world prepares to bid farewell to 2024, Hong Kong is set to light up the sky with a breathtaking New Year countdown fireworks display on December 31, 2024. This annual tradition has become a hallmark of the city’s festive spirit, drawing locals and visitors alike to the iconic Victoria Harbour for an unforgettable night of celebration and joy to welcome another journey around the sun.

Adding an unparalleled level of energy to the festivities, Crash Adams, a hit Canadian pop music duo from Toronto, will join the stage of Hong Kong countdown celebrations for the first time together with performances of local artists.

Guided by the theme ‘The Symphony of Happiness’, the fireworks display reflects the vibrancy and resilience of life in Hong Kong, delivering a powerful message to take into the new year. Attendees can expect a rich tapestry of colours and dynamic shapes inspired by the essence of life.

Beginning at the stroke of midnight and unfolding over 12 spectacular minutes, the fireworks display encompasses five distinct movements, each representing a vital element of existence: Fire, Earth, Wood, Water and Metal. The grand finale, Light of Future (metal) will see bright multi-hued fireworks and iridescent clouds light up Victoria Harbour, embodying a courageous spirit for a shining future in the year ahead.

In addition to the dazzling fireworks, the stunning show will feature pyrotechnics effects launched from prominent rooftops along the skyline. This multi-layered approach ensures that the entire harbour is alive with colour and sound, creating an immersive atmosphere that will resonate throughout the city.

As part of the festivities, pre-show pyro-shooting stars will take place on Hong Kong Island at 15-minute intervals from 11:00pm, allowing spectators to make their wishes for the coming year as they watch the sky ignite in anticipation. Additionally, a giant countdown clock will grace the façade of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, building excitement as it marks the final moments of 2024.

Join us in celebrating the dawn of 2025, where the sky will come alive with colour and sound. Gather your friends and family, and celebrate in your way for a night filled with excitement, wonder, and unforgettable memories, and embrace the joy and hope that the New Year brings.

Stay tuned for more information about the event and tips for the best viewing spots on the Hong Kong Tourism Board website.

Information of Video and Image Download

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• Post-event video footage and photos of Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations will be available for download from 1 January 2025, 03:00 Hong Kong Time (31 December 2024 GMT 19:00).

Information of Social Media Livestreaming and Satellite Live Feed of “Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations”

1. Details of Social Media Livestreaming (Performances and Fireworks):

Discover Hong Kong YouTube	https://www.youtube.com/@hongkong
Livestreaming time	31 December 2024, 23:25-24:17 Hong Kong Time (GMT 15:25-16:17)

2. Details of Satellite Feed for Broadcasters (Fireworks only):

Live feed time	31 Dec 2024, 23:45-24:12 Hong Kong Time (GMT 15:45-16:12)
Signal testing time	31 Dec 2024, 20:00-20:15 Hong Kong Time (GMT 12:00-12:15)
Technical support	Tel: [phone]

Asia Sat 5, 100.5 degrees East (covering Asia, Middle East, Eastern Europe, CIS and Australia)

Programme Name		New Year Countdown Event
On-air Date and Time		GMT: 31 Dec 2024 15:45
Satellite		Asia Sat 5（100.5°EAST）/ C-band
Transponder		C9V 9_4 (9MHz)
Uplink Frequency		6218.5 MHz (Horizontal)
Down link Frequency		3993.5 MHz (Vertical)
Symbol rate		7.2 Msps
FEC		3 / 4
Video Format		High Definition 1080i/50 4:2:0
Aspect Ratio		16 : 9
Modulation		DVB-S2 / 8PSK
Pilot		on
Roll off		0.2
Encoding Bit Rate		14.0Mbps (MPEG4 H.264)
Encryption		NIL- Free to Air
Audio assignment	1	Program Mixing (L Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	2	Program Mixing (R Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	3	Program Mixing (L Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	4	Program Mixing (R Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)

IntelSat 19, 166.0 degrees East (covering Asia-Pacific region with reach to the Western United States)

Programme Name		New Year Countdown Event
On-air Date and Time		GMT: 31 Dec 2024 15:45
Satellite		IntelSat 19（166.0 °EAST）/ C-band
Transponder		14C Slot D (9MHz)
Uplink Frequency		6218.5 MHz (Vertical)
Down link Frequency		3992.5 MHz (Horizontal)
Symbol rate		7.2 Msps
FEC		3 / 4
Video Format		High Definition 1080/50i 4:2:0
Aspect Ratio		16 : 9
Modulation		DVB-S2 / 8PSK
Pilot		on
Roll off		0.2
Encoding Bit Rate		14.0Mbps (MPEG4 H.264)
Encryption		NIL- Free to Air
Audio assignment	1	Program Mixing (L Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	2	Program Mixing (R Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	3	Program Mixing (L Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	4	Program Mixing (R Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)

IntelSat 34, 55.5 degrees West (covering the Americas)

Programme Name		New Year Countdown Event
On-air Date and Time		GMT: 31 Dec 2024 15:45
Satellite		IntelSat 34 (55.5° WEST）/ C-band
Transponder		19C Slot A (9MHz)
Uplink Frequency		6346.5 MHz (Horizontal)
Down link Frequency		4121.5 MHz (Vertical)
Symbol rate		7.2 Msps
FEC		3 / 4
Video Format		High Definition 1080i / 59.94 4:2:0
Aspect Ratio		16 : 9
Modulation		DVB-S2 / 8PSK
Pilot		on
Roll off		0.2
Encoding Bit Rate		14.0Mbps (MPEG4 H.264)
Encryption		NIL- Free to Air
Audio assignment	1	Program Mixing (L Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	2	Program Mixing (R Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	3	Program Mixing (L Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	4	Program Mixing (R Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)

Eutelsat 7B, 7.0 degrees East (covering Europe)

Programme Name		New Year Countdown Event
On-air Date and Time		GMT: 31 Dec 2024 15:45
Satellite		Eutelsat 7B（7.0° EAST）/ Ku-band
Transponder		TXP F06 D9
Uplink Frequency		14203.83 MHz (Horizontal)
Down link Frequency		12703.83 MHz (Vertical)
Symbol rate		7.2 Msps
FEC		3 / 4
Video Format		High Definition 1080i / 50 4:2:0
Aspect Ratio		16 : 9
Modulation		DVB-S2 / 8PSK
Pilot		on
Roll off		0.2
Encoding Bit Rate		14.0Mbps (MPEG4 H.264)
Encryption		NIL- Free to Air
Audio assignment	1	Program Mixing (L Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	2	Program Mixing (R Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	3	Program Mixing (L Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)
	4	Program Mixing (R Stereo) (MPEG1 Layer II)