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There are many amazing ways to celebrate New year’s eve in Gothenburg. Enjoy a fancy restaurant meal, dance the night away at a club, visit the theatre or check out the fireworks at Bohus fortress. Here’s a selection of everything that happens in and around Gothenburg this New year’s eve.

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Gothenburg is an amazing Christmas city, with thousands of lights, cosy markets, Christmas at Liseberg Amusement Park and a unique atmosphere. Come here in December to enjoy enchanting choirs, ice skating, a circular cinema and Swedish Christmas flavours.

Mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and Christmas trees. We love Christmas markets, and in Gothenburg there are many to choose from. Here are some of our favourites, from cosy Haga to majestic Tjolöholm Castle.

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What better way to spend a sunny day than to go and have a picnic in the leafy parks, or at the top of a hill overlooking the city? Bring a blanket, fill a basket with your favourite food and drinks and head out to one of the many lovely picnic spots in and around Gothenburg.

Kungsportsavenyen, commonly known as Avenyn, stretches from the bridge Kungsportsbron by the canal to Götaplatsen and the Museum of Art, the City Theatre and the Concert Hall. The main boulevard is busy all day until late.

Gamlestaden means “The Old City” and was founded in 1473, centuries before the current city centre evolved. Come here to explore charming second hand shops, bustling markets, local beer and wine makers, and an expanding food scene.

Haga is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Gothenburg. The pedestrian street Haga Nygata is lined with well-preserved houses, many in the characteristic Gothenburg style called “landshövdingehus” with one floor in brick and the rest in wood. Today they house plenty of independent shops and cafés.

Explore entertainment and fun stretching from sports to music, exhibitions and conferences. Go for a spin on the carousels at Liseberg amusement park or explore the djungle at Universeum. The event district is the meeting place for families and congress visitors alike.