The North Korean capital saw a marked change in New Year’s Eve celebrations Monday night, with the new additions of a large-scale concert, drone show, and even a countdown to midnight displayed in numeral-shaped fireworks.

The new elements were part of a more modern and elaborate event in Pyongyang’s downtown Kim Il Sung Square, broadcast in typical fashion live on Korean Central Television (KCTV).

Celebrations kicked off on KCTV at 2330 local time, beginning with 30 minutes of performances of well-known patriotic songs by various singers at a stage situated in the center of the square.