Celebrate New Year in Minsk: Top Spots to Visit After Midnight
Minsk is preparing for a vibrant New Year celebration with numerous events planned across the city. Residents can look forward to festive programs that will commence late on December 31 and continue into the early hours of January 1, 2026. Here’s what to expect as you celebrate New Year in Minsk.
Central Celebration and District Events
The main festivities will kick off at 23:45, near the Sports Palace, with a program titled “Magical New Year’s Eve.” This lively celebration will last until 4 AM.
Zavodski District Celebrations
- The “Zavodski New Year!” will feature events at three locations, starting at 01:00:
- Chizhovka-Arena
- Volat Swimming Pool
- Zolak Palace of Children and Youth
Leninsky District Events
- A concert titled “May the holiday bring a miracle to everyone!” will take place in front of Salyut Cinema and the Minsk City Palace of Culture, starting at 01:00 for two hours.
Maskouski District Celebrations
- The program “Hello, New Year!” begins at 01:00 in Brylevichy (Y. Checheta St., 25) and Polyanka Square (K. Libknekhta St.).
- Pavlova Park will also host festivities until 3 AM.
Kastrychnitski District Events
- “Welcome to the New Year” will occur at the Minsk Branch of BCh from 01:00 to 03:00, alongside a “New Year’s Round Dance” disco near the “Evroopt Super” shopping center.
- Another celebration will take place in the Sakal microdistrict.
Partyzanski District Festivities
- An extreme sports park will welcome attendees starting at 00:30, celebrating until 3 AM.
Pervamaiski District Celebrations
- Residents can join festivities at the National Library from 01:00, with additional events at local discos.
- Rusiyanava St., 1
- Fohelya St., 1
- Heroes of the 120th Division St., 15
Sovietski District Events
- The district’s program “In the Rhythm of the New Year” will begin near Kamarouka at 01:00.
Frunzenski and Tsentralny Districts
- Festivities in Frunzenski District will be held near the Minsk Region Ice Palace and in Hugo Chavez Park, starting at 00:30.
- Tsentralny District invites guests to the Palace of Children and Youth square for festivities starting at 01:00 until 02:30.
Transport Arrangements
To facilitate easy access to these celebrations, public transport will operate from midnight until 5 AM. The subway will run until 04:00, with a brief closure at 04:15 for select stations. A detailed schedule of the ground transport routes and intervals will be available online.
As the clock strikes midnight, Minsk will transform into a hub of excitement. Join the festivities, enjoy the celebrations, and welcome the New Year with joy! Celebrate New Year in Minsk like never before.