New Year's Eve is one of the few days when fireworks can be legally let off later than 11pm.
Many choose to mark the beginning of a new year by setting off fireworks or attending displays.
There is no organised display by Newcastle's Quayside this year, instead a laser show is happening. Those who choose to hold private displays must make sure they do not break the law.
Read more: Newcastle New Year laser show times
Fireworks can not be set off legally in public places such as streets and parks, unless as part of a display approved by the council. The only way to hold a legal private display is if the fireworks are set off on private property.
"You can be fined up to £5,000 and imprisoned for up to six months for selling or using fireworks illegally," says Newcastle City Council.
"You could also get an on-the-spot £90 fixed penalty notice."
Fireworks can only be set off at certain times too.
When fireworks can be set off until on New Year's Eve
Usually, fireworks can only be set off between 7am and 11pm. But on New Year's a special exemption applies. Fireworks can be set off until 1am (on New Year's Day).
Bonfire Night, Diwali and Chinese New Year are the other times fireworks can be let off later than 11pm.
