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Where to go out on New Year’s Eve 2025 in Dakar: The ultimate guide

Dakar, Senegal’s vibrant capital, is a great place to celebrate the New Year. With its infectious energy and vibrant nightlife scene, the city offers plenty of options to celebrate in style. But where should you go for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve? Here are some suggestions to help you choose the perfect spot.

The essentials of Dakar nightlife

  • The clubs: To dance the night away, Dakar's clubs are the perfect place. The Vogue, The Patio and Zanzibar are sure values for lovers of African and international music. Don't hesitate to inquire about the special evenings organized for the New Year.
  • Cocktail bars: If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, Dakar's many cocktail bars will welcome you with their original cocktails and lively terraces. Pink Factory and the Sisterhood Coffee Shop are popular addresses for locals and tourists.

The restaurants

The end-of-year celebrations are an opportunity for Senegalese restaurants to offer festive programs and special menus. Here is a selection of events announced on social networks to celebrate Christmas and New Year in Dakar.

Radisson Blu Dakar
The Radisson Blu is offering a dinner show with Omar Pène to celebrate the arrival of 2022. The menu includes live cooking stations, a party buffet and party favors. Price: 100,000 FCFA per adult, 25,000 FCFA per child (up to 10 years old). On January 1, a festive brunch is also planned.

The Castle
The restaurant offers Christmas suggestions from December 24 to 30, prepared with products imported from France, as well as a special menu for New Year's Eve. The club offers two musical atmospheres to end the year in style. Exceptional openings from December 24 to 27 and from December 31 to January 3.

Mamelles Lighthouse
On December 24, the Phare des Mamelles is organizing a Christmas evening with a festive dinner, live music, DJ sessions and shows. Packages starting at 5,000 FCFA for an unforgettable atmosphere.

The Green Gourmand, located in the heart of Dakar, shared its New Year’s Eve program on Instagram, offering a menu at 35,000 CFA per person. This innovative menu includes starters such as the revisited thiéboudienne, main courses such as chicken yassa with spices, and for dessert, a revisited thiakry.

 

The Terrace, another gem of the capital, is using its Twitter page to advertise a Christmas dinner at 42,000 CFA per person. The menu is a fusion of flavors with dishes like beef maffe and traditional desserts like ngalakh, enriched with baobab and peanuts.
The Farid, celebrated for its Lebanese cuisine, has unveiled on its X page (formerly Twitter) a special holiday menu for 50,000 CFA. Diners can expect Senegalese-Lebanese mezze, a main course of braised fish, and oriental sweets to round off the meal.

 

At Loutcha in Dakar-Plateau, known for its fresh fish, offers a New Year's Eve menu for 30,000 CFA, with specialties such as Senegalese-style grilled thiof, accompanied by local sauces and marinated tuna skewers.

The Grill
The restaurant offers festive suggestions for the end of year celebrations. Reservations open.

The Lagoon
La Lagune announces a program of end-of-year celebrations with an “Illuminated” Christmas in a family atmosphere and a New Year promising to be a great vintage with the best DJs.

Pullman Dakar Teranga
The Pullman Dakar Teranga offers exceptional buffets and live performances with artists such as Cheikh Lô and Daara J Family for the end-of-year celebrations.

These events offer a variety of options to celebrate the end-of-year holidays in Dakar, combining gastronomy, music and conviviality. It is recommended to contact the establishments directly to confirm details and make reservations.

Tips for a successful New Year's Eve

  • Book in advance: The most popular establishments fill up quickly, remember to reserve your table or place for the evening.
  • Plan your outfit: New Year's Eve is the time to pull out all the stops! Opt for a chic and comfortable outfit.
  • Be open-minded: Let yourself be tempted by new things and discover new places.
  • Enjoy the atmosphere: The most important thing is to have a good time and share this special night with your loved ones.

In conclusion, Dakar is a city that knows how to party. Whether you are looking for a wild night out or a romantic dinner, you will definitely find the perfect place to celebrate the New Year. So, don't hesitate any longer and come and live an unforgettable experience in the Senegalese capital!

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