Picture this: watching fireworks light up the night sky as you feel the sand between your toes at midnight on New Year’s Eve. Ringing in the New Year filled with hope, relaxation, and sunshine – just how you mean to go on.
Whether you’re looking for a big night out with all the bells and whistles or a quiet night in to celebrate with your other half, the Algarve’s got something for everyone, so keep reading to find out the best options for New Year’s Eve in the Algarve.
New Year’s Eve at the Rocha Brava Village Resort
Located in the central Algarve, surrounded by nature and close to some of Europe’s most beautiful beaches, the Rocha Brava Village Resort is somewhere to escape it all. From swimming pools and sports facilities to a restaurant and bars, you’re sure to have all your needs met as you enjoy your private luxury villa. Even better, if you’re up for touristing, exploring, or adventuring, you’ll be perfectly positioned to see the best of the Algarve. Only 5 minutes from the town of Carvoeiro, 25 minutes from the larger city of Portimão and half an hour from popular Albufeira, it’s easy to pop out for a meal, stroll, or to enjoy some of the region’s best New Year festivities.
This year, the resort is running special two- and three-night offers, including breakfast and a special New Year’s dinner from just €184 per person. Running from the 29th of December to the 2nd of January, the special offer includes breakfast and late checkout. So, whether you’re up for a few drinks as you watch the fireworks from afar or you want some good food before you head out, you’ll have your every need met before the year’s out, and the perfect setting to start the new year off right the next day.
Ticking all your boxes? Then read on to find out about some of the Algarve’s best New Year celebrations.
New Year’s Eve Carvoeiro 2023
Whether you fancy kicking back in the resort to watch the sky light up or want to get involved in some low-key fun at the Carvoeiro beach party, New Year’s Eve in Carvoeiro promises to be one to remember. Boasting live music on Carvoeiro beach, concerts will start with The Switha’s Band at 10 pm. A firework display on the beach will light up the sky at midnight, followed by a DJ set by Mr Vlalen ft DJ Ezzra until 2 am. The party can be followed by a drink or two at the town’s friendly bars before heading back to the resort for a comfortable night.
New Year’s Eve in Albufeira or Portimão
If you’re looking to party your way into 2024, the Algarve is definitely the place to be. While winter may not be peak season in the region, that doesn’t stop thousands of locals and tourists from flocking to two of the Algarve’s biggest New Year parties: Portimão and the region’s party capital, Albufeira.
Considered the hub of the New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Algarve, Albufeira hosts a concert on the beach every year, along with lots of entertainment and fireworks. This year, the city’s going all-out with a multisensory show on its main beach, Praia dos Pescadores. Carpe Nox 2024, which will have free entry, will feature aerial acrobatics, a sea and sky laser show, an international Street Food Festival (from the 28th to the 31st of December), and concerts on the beach, including Richie Campbell, DJ Rita Mendes, The Gift, and Amália Hoje.
Portimão also promises three nights of free open-air concerts held by the riverside between the 29th and 31st Dec. Kicking off with Beatles tribute band, The Peakles, on the 29th, the 30th will host hits from the 80s, 90s, and 00s performed by RFM Time Machine, with Turb’Ó Baile headlining on the last day of the year.
The countdown to 2024 is on, so all that’s left to do is book your stay and pick your party! What are you waiting for?
