Illustrative photo Lux Helsinki 2026/2027: Light Art Festival in the Darkest Season
Lux Helsinki 2027 lights up Senate Square and central Helsinki with free light art from December 30, 2026 to January 6, 2027. Held during the darkest season of the year, the festival is open and accessible to the whole family.
Illustrative photo Vienna New Year's Eve 2026 . 2027 : Silvesterpfad, Program and Fireworks Rules
On 31 December 2026, Vienna celebrates with the free Silvesterpfad across eight stages between Rathausplatz and the Prater. Live music, children's activities, waltz lessons and the shared midnight countdown with the Pummerin bell and the Danube Waltz await hundreds of thousands of visitors.
Illustrative photo Madeira New Year Fireworks 2026 – World Record Show over Funchal Bay
On 31 December 2026, Madeira's world famous New Year fireworks light up Funchal Bay. Holder of the Guinness World Record for the largest fireworks display since 2006, the show delivers eight minutes of colour and light from around 59 launch points around the bay.
Illustrative photo Twelve Grapes 2026 – New Year’s Eve Tradition at Puerta del Sol in Madrid
The Twelve Grapes 2026 at Puerta del Sol in Madrid takes place on 31 December 2026. Thousands of people eat twelve lucky grapes at midnight to the chimes of the famous clock. Entry is free, but capacity is limited.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve on the Champs-Élysées 2026/2027 – Fireworks at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris
Celebrate New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Paris at the free Champs-Élysées festivities: video mapping and fireworks at the Arc de Triomphe from 7pm, with a midnight finale and quieter alternatives from Montmartre or a Seine cruise.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve at Puerta del Sol 2026/2027: The 12 Grapes in Madrid
New Year's Eve 2026/2027 at Puerta del Sol in Madrid: a free, world famous street celebration around the historic clock of the Real Casa de Correos, featuring the twelve midnight chimes and the tradition of the twelve lucky grapes.
Illustrative photo Vienna New Year's Eve Trail 2026/2027: Silvesterpfad Street Party
The Vienna New Year's Eve Trail 2026/2027 turns the city center into a huge, free New Year's street party from 2:00 pm on December 31, 2026 until 2:00 am on January 1, 2027, spread across eight locations around Stephansplatz, Graben and Rathausplatz.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Prague 2026/2027 – Fireworks, Old Town Square & Vltava Boat Parties
New Year’s Eve 2026/2027 in Prague transforms Old Town Square, Charles Bridge and the Vltava riverbanks into a lively yet romantic celebration zone. Free street festivities meet optional party boats – check current programmes and book boats early.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Lisbon 2026/2027 – Fireworks and Countdown Party at Praça do Comércio
On December 31, 2026, Lisbon celebrates New Year's Eve at Praça do Comércio with live music, a countdown and fireworks over the Tagus River. The waterfront celebration is free and traditionally draws tens of thousands of visitors.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Funchal 2026/2027 – Fireworks Spectacle Over Madeira's Bay
On December 31, 2026, Funchal on Madeira welcomes the New Year with one of the world's largest fireworks displays over its bay. The free show begins at midnight and can be watched from numerous viewpoints around the city.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Reykjavík 2026/2027 – Bonfires, Fireworks and Northern Lights
On December 31, 2026, Reykjavík combines traditional bonfires with a citywide, resident lit fireworks display. On a clear night, there is even a chance to spot the Northern Lights at the same time. The celebrations are free and take place at multiple sites across the city.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Tromsø 2026/2027 – Arctic Fireworks Under the Northern Lights
On December 31, 2026, Tromsø welcomes the new year far above the Arctic Circle with free fireworks over the fjord and a genuine chance of seeing the Northern Lights. The celebration around Stortorget combines Arctic winter atmosphere with a shared New Year's spectacle.