New Year celebrations in Pakistan: Where to enjoy the fireworks?

ISLAMABAD: As the clock ticks towards January 1, 2024, Pakistan gears up for a New Year celebrations marked by cultural diversity and religious harmony.

Across the nation, people from various backgrounds come together to welcome the New Year on January 1 in accordance with the Gregorian calendar. While the day is considered an optional holiday, with employees having the flexibility to choose from a list of optional holidays, many offices and businesses remain open.

For those seeking vibrant New Year festivities, here are some places across Pakistan where you can usher in 2024:

Islamabad/Rawalpindi:

Giga Mall: Witness Islamabad’s most spectacular fireworks show at Giga Mall in Phase II of the Defense Housing Authority (DHA) on December 31. Join with your loved ones to bid farewell to 2023 and welcome 2024 in style.

Eiffel Tower in Bahria Town: Rawalpindi’s Bahria Town Eiffel Tower hosts a lively New Year celebration with dazzling fireworks and musical performances, offering a festive atmosphere to welcome 2024.

Park View City Islamabad: Park View City presents a Family Festival for the New Year, featuring a stunning light show, 3D mapping, fireworks, a holographic show, a musical concert, a diverse food court, and captivating shows for younger guests. It promises an unforgettable start to the New Year.

Dera Dari: Experience a delightful New Year’s event at Dera Daari in Islamabad, featuring breathtaking fireworks and a fine dining experience with panoramic city views. Arrive by 11 pm for an evening of delicious food and memorable celebrations.

Karachi:

Bahria Town Karachi: Reportedly hosting the best New Year’s celebration in the city, Bahria Town Karachi promises an extravagant and dazzling fireworks display for an unforgettable start to 2024.

Baradari Park Rang De Karachi: Spend New Year’s Eve at Baradari Park, enjoying Qawali, Jamming, and Fireworks in one location. The event has been a tradition since 2020, welcoming guests of all ages.

Gorakh Hill: Enjoy a breathtaking view of Karachi from Gorakh Hill on New Year’s Eve, celebrating the start of the new year with exciting festivities.

Clifton Beach and Sea View: These locations become prime spots for families and friends to gather and welcome the New Year with joy and excitement.

Lahore:

Lahore, known as the heart of Pakistan, adds its unique touch to New Year celebrations. The Lahore Fort and Badshahi Mosque, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, illuminate the city for a mesmerizing backdrop to the festivities.

Additionally, Pearl Continental Hotel, Avari Hotel, Bahria Town Lahore, and Marriott Hotel Lahore offer enthusiastic celebrations for a memorable New Year’s Eve.

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