Krakow New Years Eve 2024

Things to do on new years eve in Krakow. Top parties, events, hotels & restaurants for NYE 2023-2024

Krakow is the perfect city to venture too if you want to see in the New Year with a range of celebrations! From festive events to the epic light show, the people of Krakow certainly know how to hold a party, especially if you happen to be a big fan of beer and/or, of course, vodka!

If you do happen to find yourself in Krakow over the new year period, then the city itself has plenty to keep you entertained during the day too with the iconic castle and medieval winding streets a particular highlight.

If you are visiting for new years eve though please be aware that it can get very, very cold indeed and be sure to pack accordingly, especially if planning on attending outdoor events. Check out the option of a trip into the wonderfully picturesque nearby mountains at Zakopane is you like to fit in some winter skiing too - the scenery up there is truly wonderful, and the addition of Christmas lights and decorations only adds to the magical scenes.

Market Square New Years Eve

Market Square has been the focus of the new years eve celebrations in Krakow for many years now, and for a long time the highlight of the event was a spectacular fireworks display at midnight. Due to a variety or reasons the fireworks have been put on hold and a light show now being the preferred celebration at midnight. There's

But the event is still not to be missed! With a free music show to enjoy, the square will be packed as people await the amazing sight of the sky lighting up above the castle. It's just a great way to start the new year. You can also grab some festive food and drink items at the food stalls and just enjoy being around the crowds as the countdown celebrations begin.

NYE Bars & Nightclubs

For top bars to visit I can personally recommend the Wodka bar, with a stunning range of different vodka flavours to choose from (see picture above for more details - we spent quite a bit of time there!) the the House of Beer, with a similar speciality in beers. If you plan on getting some dancing in too the city's nightclubs are mainly centred around the Old Town and Kazimierz districts.

New Years Eve Hotels

There are a huge range of accommodation to choose from in Krakow, and for the most part they are very reasonably priced compared to similar sized European cities. I would also recommend checking out Airbnb, which has some fantastic apartments in great locations across the city.

You can search for new years eve deals at all of the top Krakow new years eve hotels here.

Restaurants

There is a thriving restaurant scene in Krakow, and on new years eve there will be no shortage of special menus and events available. Top recommended restaurants to try out include:

Amarylis
Pierwszy Stopien
Restauracja Starka
Veganic Restauracja

See the full range of dining options here.

NYE Live Stream

There is an excellent live streaming webcam view in the Main Square, allowing you to keep up with the festivities online - there may no longer be fireworks, but it's still well worth tuning in to watch the live music and the crowds gathwered for the evening:

Krakow webcam

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