New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve clubs and parties
As always, the capital's myriad New Year's Eve parties make London one of the best places to rave the old year away. Check out our extensive listings for inhibition-free midnight hedonism.
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New Year's Eve fireworks
For once it seems London will have some decent NYE fireworks. A dazzling display is promised which will illuminate the London skyline. It's bound to be rammed so get there early if you want to see them rather than listen to the live coverage on BBC Radio 1.
See full details of the official New Year's Eve fireworks

New Year's Eve comedy and cabaret
There's no better way to greet a new year than with a smile on your face. There are always great comedy gigs on NYE. Or if you fancy something slightly more risqué, why not book a seat at a top cabaret show?
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New Year's Eve gigs
Mosh your way into 2009 at one of these great gigs. There's everything from jazz concerts to grand scale indie jamborees and a lively blues hoedown.
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Things to do during the day
New Year's Eve fun needn't start after dark: find out how to make the most of the last day of the year with everything from ice skating to major exhibitions.
See all New Year's Eve daytime fun

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