Don’t tell us you’re planning to spend half of January 1st in bed and the other half on the sofa, watching the same old movies?
Come on! Work up the courage, forget the hangover and start enjoying the new year in the early hours.
Whether you’re out and about or indoors, there’s plenty to see and do right from January 1st. Take a look at our suggestions.
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New Year’s Concert (free)
On January 6, at 5pm, Centro Colombo’s Central Square will be transformed into a concert hall to welcome the Orquestra Metropolitana de Lisboa. Under the direction of conductor Bruno Borralhinho, more than 50 musicians will perform a vibrant repertoire of waltzes and polkas inspired by the Viennese tradition.
The program spans Europe with classics by Strauss, Tchaikovsky and Manuel de Falla, promising a start to 2026 marked by elegance and optimism.
Admission is free, but to guarantee one of the 300 seats available, those interested must make a reservation via the Colombo Loves Me app. The event can also be watched freely while standing.
Wonderland Lisboa
Lisbon’s biggest Christmas park, Wonderland Lisboa, only says goodbye to the city on the last day of the week (Sunday 4th).
So take advantage of the last few hours of this fair to take a spin on the Ferris wheel, slide (or slip) on the ice rink and take the kids on the French carousel.
Entry is free. And there’s more next year!
Have fun jumping on the trampolines
There’s nothing better than starting the year jumping! In the first days of 2025, take the opportunity to go – family and friends included – to one of these trampoline parks in and around Lisbon.
Full of adrenaline and fun, fun for kids and adults alike is guaranteed!
Visit the Oceanarium
The Lisbon Oceanarium is the biggest attraction in Parque das Nações (and one of the biggest in Lisbon) and brings together all the seas in one of the most beautiful aquariums in Europe.
With more than 8,000 organisms from 500 different species, it’s a unique experience that takes you to the bottom of the oceans, on a tour among sharks, barracudas, rays, tropical fish and many other incredible animals.
And now there’s even something new full of light, perfect for starting the year illuminated by the “animals” of the oceans.
Address: Esplanada D. Carlos I (Parque das Nações)
Opening hours: every day
Tickets: at Fever
Going to the movies
Even if it’s alone, to “cure” the hangover. And actually, the movie doesn’t even have to be that good, which is difficult because these theaters always show the best ones, and at very attractive prices.
Address: various locations
Opening hours: every day
Tickets: at Fever
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