The X post from The Associated Press (@AP) shows a video of Auckland, New Zealand, welcoming 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display launched from the iconic **Sky Tower**, the country's tallest structure at 328 meters (though reports note fireworks from levels up to ~240m effective height).


As one of the first major cities to enter the new year due to its time zone, Auckland kicked off global celebrations despite rainy weather that canceled some smaller events. The five-minute midnight show featured around 3,500 fireworks, lasers, projections, and a synchronized light display on the Auckland Harbour Bridge, set to a playlist of 2025's top hits.


The post has garnered over 58,000 views, hundreds of likes, and mostly positive reactions, with some users sharing excitement and others offering minor critiques.


Here are some visuals from the 2026 New Year's Eve fireworks at Auckland's Sky Tower:


Happy New Year! 🎆 If you'd like more details or updates on other cities' celebrations, let me know.