A spectacular New Year’s Eve 2026 Fireworks Display to light up Downtown Tampa
- Alastair Mac
- 33 minutes ago
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Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk is partnering with Jackson’s Bistro, Bar & Sushi to ensure Tampa welcomes 2026 with a bang.
Welcome the new year with sparkle, excitement, and community spirit on Tampa’s waterfront!
For the first time, Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk is partnering with Jackson’s Bistro, Bar & Sushi to light up the downtown Tampa skyline with a spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks display!
Ring in 2026 with a dazzling celebration over the Hillsborough River, featuring prime viewing spots along the Riverwalk and at Jackson’s Bistro, Bar & Sushi.
The celebration kicks off on Wednesday, December 31 at 9 pm, and continues through 1 am on Thursday, January 1, 2026 offering an exciting waterfront experience in the heart of Tampa to celebrate the new year.
The countdown to 2026 is on! Check out the latest New Year's Eve News. Celebrate the New Year with parties, eats and treats, dinks specials, and more. Plus, as the clock strikes midnight, celebrate as the skies explode with the most spectacular firework you can imagine!
Everyone is free to enjoy the fireworks along the Riverwalk or you can enjoy a VIP experience at Jackson’s Bistro, Bar & Sushi, 601 S Harbour Island Blvd Ste 100, Tampa.
Guests will enjoy multiple party areas, including a private VIP outdoor party areas overlooking Tampa’s stunning downtown skyline, offering the perfect spot to watch the fireworks display.
The celebration also features an open bar, appetizers, festive party favors, a midnight Prosecco toast and balloon drops to mark the start of 2026. The entertainment will be pumping all night with DJs, entertainment, and more, all for $150 per ticket.
“This new partnership brings even more excitement to New Year’s Eve on the Riverwalk,” said MaryBeth Williams, Executive Director of Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk. “We’re thrilled to help create a memorable night that showcases community spirit and the beauty of Tampa’s waterfront.”
James E. Hamilton, Chief Operating Officer at Jackson’s Bistro, Bar & Sushi commented, “We’re excited to partner with Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk this year and provide a refreshed waterfront setting for Tampa’s New Year’s Eve celebration.”
Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk encourages everyone to gather along the Riverwalk for this special evening as Tampa welcomes the new year with sparkle, excitement, and shared celebration.
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