fireworks and light shows, while others with people gathering in public places to welcome 2025.
Some photos from these events from around the world...
Fireworks were set off at the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge during New Year's celebrations in Sydney, Australia
People gather around decorated trees and enjoy performances by musicians to celebrate the New Year in Istanbul, Turkey.
Crowds of celebrants can also be seen on Istanbul's Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue, where a tram passes through the crowd
To celebrate the New Year in Bangkok, Thailand, Thais flocked to the banks of the Chao Phraya River, where fireworks were being set off.
A prayer ceremony is being held to welcome the New Year at the Wat Pathum Wanaram temple in Bangkok.
Fireworks and a drone show are being held at the Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival to celebrate the New Year in Abu Dhabi.
Many families gather at the city hall in Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia, to celebrate the New Year.
Breathtaking views of fireworks marking the start of 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
People skate on Red Square near the Kremlin on New Year's Eve in Moscow, Russia.
Crowds of people taking pictures and strolling along the beach on New Year's Eve in the Indian city of Mumbai.
Participants celebrate after counting down to the New Year 2025 at Shugang Park in Beijing, China.