Best locations for new years eve Budapest In the Hungarian capital, New years eve is not only celebrated on the evening, the three-day party starts on the 30 th of December. There is live music, performances, champagne and fireworks. On New Years day everyone tucks into the local delicacy of pigs feet which is called ‘Kocsonya’ – a well-known hangover cure. Berlin More than one million people gather at the Brandenburg gate in Berlin to bring in the New year. More than two kilometres of fun stages for shows, party tents, light and laser shows as well as lots of food and drink stools are lined up. A spectacular firework display starts at midnight on the dot, towering above the Brandenburg gate as Berliners and tourists clink glasses and celebrate the New year. The following parties at clubs and pubs extend well on into the night. Edinburgh Similar to Budapest, the annual festivities last three days and start on the 30 th of December. ‘’Hogmanay’’ translates to ...