Greece and Cyprus Opt for Quiet New Year Celebrations in 2026

Greece and Cyprus are changing how they celebrate New Year's in 2026.

Instead of loud fireworks, they will use quieter pyrotechnics, light shows, and drone displays.

This change is to make the celebrations better for children, pets, and people who are sensitive to loud noises.

Athens started using quieter fireworks last year, and Nicosia is now using drones instead of fireworks.

Drones are better because they make less noise, don't pollute, and are safer.

Cyprus will also use drones to show EU symbols because they will be leading the EU for a while.

Some places in Greece will still use loud fireworks, but the main celebrations in Athens will focus on lights and drones.

This is a big change from the loud and sometimes dangerous traditions of the past.