Santiago, Viña del Mar, Valparaíso and Atacama
Spending New Year's Eve in Chile is a great idea for those who want to combining travel, good food, wine and lively parties. And the best part: you can choose between the urban vibe of Santiago, the fireworks display by the sea in Viña del Mar and Valparaísoor a different experience, in a mystical atmosphere, at the Atacama Desert.
Below, we've put together main New Year's events and formats for 2025/2026, with an emphasis on parties already confirmed in Santiago, Viña and Valparaíso, as well as how the season works in Atacama.
Nevertheless, it is important to remember that schedules, ticket lots and some program details can be adjusted close to the date - so it's always worth checking the official links before buying.
If you want help organizing all this in practice, you can count on the team at Days in Chile throughout the planning process.
New Year's Eve in Santiago: parties, rooftops and special suppers
Santiago is the perfect base for those who want to spend New Year's Eve with a good urban structure, lots of parties and plenty of accommodation options. The city offers
- Mega parties with open bar, DJs and dance floors until dawn;
- Rooftops and restaurants with views of the city and special suppers;
- Traditional hotels who put together a New Year's Eve program;
- And the possibility of going to the coast or wineries the next day.
Below are some of the main events already confirmed for the turning point 2025/2026, as well as recurring formats to help you choose the ideal New Year's Eve style.
If you want to guarantee the best seats, it's worth getting organized early or talking to us to see what options are best for you.
Santiago's big New Year's Eve parties (confirmed 2025/2026)
Reload 2026 - New Year at the Equestrian Club
A Reload is one of Santiago's most traditional New Year's Eve parties, held in the iconic Santiago Equestrian Club. For the turn of 2025/2026, the event is already confirmed:
- Name: Reload 2026 - New Year at the Equestrian Club
- Location: Santiago Equestrian Club
- Ticket sales: Ticketplus - Reload 2026
- Typical structure of recent editions:
- Various tracks with different musical styles;
- Live shows and renowned DJs;
- VIP areas, bars distributed throughout the event, food trucks and rest areas;
- Focus on safety and comfort for an 18+ audience.
It's a perfect option for those who want a mega party until dawnwith a large production and a lively audience.
💡 If you're planning to include Reload 2026 in your itinerary, we can advise you on logistics, transportation and accommodation in strategic areas so you can get to and from the party more easily.
Strong Enough - Espacio Riesco (LGBT+)
For the public LGBTQIA+The 2025/2026 New Year's Eve has already been confirmed in Santiago:
- Name: Strong Enough - Espacio Riesco
- Location: Espacio Riesco (Huechuraba)
- Ticket sales: Puntoticket - Strong Enough Espacio Riesco
Strong Enough is known for:
- Create an environment safe, welcoming and diverse;
- Offer different environments with music, DJs and performances;
- Production focused on entertainment and respect for the community.
💡 If you're keen to spend New Year's Eve in an LGBTQIA+ friendly venue, this is one of the main bets for 2025/2026 in Santiago. Our team can help you fit the party into your itinerary and suggest places to stay with good mobility to Espacio Riesco.
Club 30 - Bosque Luz
Another interesting confirmation for 2025/2026 is the party aimed at a more mature audience:
- Name: Año Nuevo Club 30 - Bosque Luz
- Location: Bosque Luz / Santiago metropolitan region
- Ticket sales: Passline - New Year Club 30 Bosque Luz
The Club 30 is to offer:
- A party designed for those with 30+with music suitable for this audience;
- Comfortable structure with bar, dance floor and social area;
- Good energy, but with a focus on those who aren't necessarily looking for an ultra-young club.
💡 If you're looking for a lively party, but don't want something so "teen", Club 30 could be a great choice. We can help you compare this option with other parties in the city to find the best fit for you.
The Last Sunset - New Year's Eve Days in Chile + Géminis
For those looking for a complete New Year's Eve in Santiago, the The Last Sunset is one of the best options for the turn of 2025/2026. The experience combines a Dias' exclusive sunset in Chilefrom 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., with open bar and a special New Year's buffetfollowed by the official Producer GéminisThis continues until 7am.
During Sunset, attendees enjoy premium drinks and themed cuisine. After 10pm, the space opens to the general public and the event takes on a mega-party atmosphere, bringing together more than 4,000 people and four different music stages.
📍Event Venue: Espaço Botanico Centro de Eventos
👉Address: Diagonal Las Torres 2700, Lote 4. Peñalolen, Santiago.
Values: R$ 990 (adult) / R$ 590 (child up to 11 years).
The ticket includes an exclusive Sunset, open bar, special buffet and full access to the Géminis party until dawn.
It is also possible to hire optional transport by R$ 200 (adult) e R$ 150 (under 11 years old). To check if your accommodation is within the available route, just talk to our team.
👉 For more information and to buy tickets: Click here and talk to our team!
💡 If you're looking for a complete New Year's Eve - from sunset to sunrise - with a good structure, varied music and a more organized experience than traditional mega parties, The Last Sunset is an excellent choice to put at the heart of your itinerary.
Restaurants, rooftops and suppers in Santiago (not unique events, but recurring)
In addition to the big parties, Santiago continues to offer more intimate and gastronomic formats, which are often repeated year after year, even if the menu and prices change:
- Tramonto Rooftop - NOI Vitacura Hotel:
- Special New Year's Eve menu, live music or DJ and views of Santiago and the Cordillera.
- Ideal for couples and small groups who want something sophisticated.
- Revolving Restaurant:
- Dinner with a 360° view of the city, a closed New Year's Eve menu and the chance to watch the fireworks in comfort.
- Suppers in hotels (like the Intercontinental):
- Cocktail + buffet/special menu + DJ/band in event hall.
- A good choice for families or those who prefer everything organized in one place.
💡 These events are practically right every yearbut the exact format for 2025/2026 has yet to be announced. If you want to focus on dinner + comfort, we can help you follow the opening of reservations and fit it into your itinerary.
New Year's Eve in Viña del Mar: fireworks at sea and parties
For those who dream of turning the year fires over the PacificViña del Mar is one of Chile's most classic destinations. And for the turn of 2025/2026, there is already important news:
Fireworks in Viña del Mar (confirmed for 2025/2026)
Viña del Mar City Hall has officially approved the New Year's Eve spectacle at sea for the turn of 2025/2026, with:
- Maintaining the fireworks display over the bay;
- Expansion of launch points;
- Use of low-noise pyrotechnics, with pets, children and noise-sensitive people in mind.
Source: Official news from the Municipality of Viña del Mar.
This means that, once again, Viña del Mar will be one of the main spots in the country to see the New Year's Eve illuminated by the sea.
💡 If your priority is fireworks, we can help you choose where to stay in Viña, which beach or viewpoint usually has the best view and how to arrange transportation to/from Santiago.
New Year's Eve in Valparaíso: seafront and hill parties
Valparaíso combines the bohemian atmosphere of the hills with a view of the bay illuminated by the fireworks. For 2025/2026, there are already confirmed parties facing the sea and in traditional venues.
New Year's Eve party by the sea - Terraza Bellavista 2026
One of the confirmed options in Valparaíso is a party facing the sea:
- Name: New Year's Eve by the Sea - Terraza Bellavista 2026
- Location: Terraza Bellavista, Valparaíso
- Event: Vesti - Terraza Bellavista 2026
Typical characteristics of this type of party:
- Privileged view of Valparaíso Bay and the fireworks;
- Structure with bar, DJ and dance floor;
- People who want to party, but without giving up watch the fireworks from the front row.
New Year 2026 in Trotamundos - Valparaíso
Another important confirmation is that the event will take place in a cultural/traditional venue in the region:
- Name: New Year 2026 in Trotamundos
- Location: Trotamundos, Valparaíso
- Ticket sales: Passline - New Year 2026 at Trotamundos Valparaíso
This type of event usually offers:
- Live music, DJs and a more alternative/bohemian atmosphere;
- The structure is aimed at those who enjoy concerts and local culture;
- Relaxed atmosphere, with a mixed crowd (Chileans and tourists).
Parties and panoramas in hills and other spaces
In addition to these already confirmed parties, Valparaíso usually has:
- Bars and hostels on the hills offering suppers and parties with a view;
- Smaller events, publicized by the establishments themselves, often on Instagram.
💡 If you want a view of the fireworks without giving up a good partyWe can help you choose between options such as Terraza Bellavista, Trotamundos and other venues that are confirmed closer to the date.
New Year's Eve in the Cordillera: Cerro Arrayán (Santiago region)
For those who want a New Year's Eve in the mountainsIf you want to enjoy the Cordillera air and a more private atmosphere, an interesting option is:
- Cerro Arrayán - New Year 2026
- Information: Cerro Arrayán - New Year
This type of event usually includes:
- Special dinner or festive menu;
- A mountain setting, with views of Santiago and the surrounding countryside;
- A quieter atmosphere than the city's big parties, but still in the spirit of celebration.
💡 If you like the idea of combining mountain + city in the same trip (for example, spending New Year's Eve at Cerro Arrayán and other days in Santiago), we can put together an itinerary that takes advantage of the best of both worlds.
New Year's Eve in the Atacama Desert
In Atacama DesertNew Year's Eve is a very different experience: fewer fireworks and mega parties, more one hundred percent immersion in surreal landscapes and starry skies.
In San Pedro de AtacamaThe most common is to find:
- Parties in bars and hostels on Calle Caracoles, with DJs and a makeshift dance floor;
- Special suppers in restaurants and hotels;
- Some themed events promoted by venues or agencies.
As much of the program is local and released close to the date, one of the best ways to keep up with it is to follow profiles of hotels and bars on Instagram, as in the recent content about New Year's Eve in the region:
They help you get a feel for the area and understand how events work there - but for practical details (times, prices, reservations), it's always a good idea to talk to the establishment directly.
💡 If your idea is to combine Atacama with New Year's Eve in Santiago or on the coastTalk to us: we'll help you arrange flights, transfers and the best order for your trip to flow smoothly.
Attention: commerce, transport and sightseeing on New Year's Eve
Some important points for planning your New Year's Eve in Chile:
- Trade and services:
- Day 31/12: many businesses operate part-time.
- Day 01/01: shopping malls, supermarkets and various tourist attractions do not open.
- Currency exchange and food:
- Make sure you have enough change before the turn of the century.
- Plan your meals for the 1st (many restaurants are closed or have reduced opening hours).
- Tours:
- Some tours operate only on the morning of the 31st (city tour, Portillo, wineries).
- On the 1st, there are usually fewer tours on offer.
If you are in doubt about which tours are open on New Year's EveOur team can provide you with up-to-date availability and suggest the best fit for your schedule.
Final tips for enjoying New Year's Eve in Chile
- Book everything in advance: parties, restaurants, hotels in Viña/Valpo and excursions - the end of the year is high season.
- Always check the official channels: even with the links confirmed, ticket lots, times and details may change.
- Plan your journey: traffic in Santiago and towards the coast can be heavy on the 31st; consider leaving early or staying overnight in Viña/Valparaíso.
- Bring suitable clothing: hot days, cooler nights - especially on the coast, in the mountains and in the desert.
- Enjoy the food and wine: New Year's Eve is a great excuse to try typical Chilean dishes and local labels.
If you would like closer support in choosing parties, buying tours and putting together your day-to-day itinerary, you can talk to Days in Chile and let us help you fit everything together in the most practical way possible.
Conclusion: where is the best place to spend New Year's Eve in Chile?
There is no single "best" place to spend New Year's Eve in Chile - there is the best place for your profile:
- If you like big partiesDJs and open bar until dawn, Santiago with events such as Reload 2026, Strong Enough, Classic 2026, Club 30 Bosque Luz and New Year's Eve 2026: The Last Sunset by Dias in Chile + Géminis it's probably your face.
- If the dream is to toast fireworks over the sea, the coast between Viña del Mar (with official show already approved) and Valparaíso (with seafront parties like Terraza Bellavista and Trotamundos) is unbeatable.
- If you want something different, intimate and connected to nature, San Pedro de Atacama and options such as Arrayán Hill offer a New Year with a different rhythm and a different landscape.
Regardless of the destination, Chile offers very varied New Year's Eve experiences - all with good food, excellent wines and striking scenery.
If you've already decided that you want to spend New Year's Eve 2025/2026 here, the next step is to start planning ahead. And, if you like, the Days in Chile is ready to accompany you from the first day of planning to the toast on New Year's Eve.