13 photos of fireworks in Sunderland as Keel Square enters 2026

The New Year is here, but Sunderland ended with another huge celebration.

The last 12 months have been huge for the city and Sunderland closed 2025 with two fireworks displays.

Families and New Year revellers flocked to Keel Square to see in 2026 for two firework displays as well as a community procession around the Keel Crossing.

Take a look at the best photos from the night below.

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