Ayala Avenue New Year’s Eve Countdown to 2026 draws 64,000 live attendees, over 14 million reach

Fireworks light up the Makati skyline at midnight during the “Makati in Full Color: Ayala Avenue New Year’s Eve Countdown to 2026,” which drew tens of thousands of onsite attendees and reached millions worldwide.

Makati’s New Year’s Eve celebration welcoming 2026 drew an estimated 64,000 live attendees along Ayala Avenue and reached more than 14 million people worldwide, based on official post-event figures released on January 4 by Make It Makati.

The milestone numbers provide a clearer picture of the scale and impact of “Makati in Full Color: Ayala Avenue New Year’s Eve Countdown to 2026,” a large-scale public event held on December 31 that turned the city’s central business district into a shared space for music, performance, and collective celebration.

Watch highlights from the “Makati in Full Color: Ayala Avenue New Year’s Eve Countdown to 2026” in this short video by GoodNewsPilipinas.com reporter JC Santos.

According to the official summary, the celebration featured seven main acts, one front act, and two DJ sets, involving 150 artists and creatives across six hours of live performances and 48 songs. Organizers also reported 20 dedicated zones designed to accommodate different audience groups, including seniors, persons with disabilities, families with children, and seated viewing areas.

A highlight of the evening was a 15-minute uninterrupted fireworks display, choreographed to commissioned music and supported by more than 3,500 aerial and frontline shots, lighting up the Makati skyline at midnight.

The event’s reach extended beyond those physically present. Official figures show a total reach of 8.4 million across digital platforms, with millions of video views, livestream watchers, and online engagements recorded following the countdown.

The large-scale production was supported by the local government of Makati and partner organizations, with organizers noting the role of coordinated safety, infrastructure, and crowd management efforts in ensuring a smooth and orderly celebration.

Video coverage of the New Year’s Eve countdown by GoodNewsPilipinas.com reporter JC Santos captures scenes from the live celebration along Ayala Avenue, showing the crowd’s energy, performances, and the midnight fireworks that welcomed 2026.

Organizers thanked attendees for being part of the event, describing the celebration as a shared moment made meaningful by public participation and community spirit.

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