São Paulo’s 2025 new year’s eve on paulista avenue: program unveiled, public access confirmed from 1 pm

São Paulo is set to host a grand New Year’s Eve celebration on Paulista Avenue for 2025, with public access opening at 1:00 PM on December 31. The event promises nearly 14 hours of continuous entertainment, featuring a diverse lineup of artists, culminating in a silent fireworks display at midnight and continuing into the early hours of January 1. City authorities have detailed extensive security, health, and mobility plans to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.

The massive celebration underscores the city’s commitment to large-scale public events, drawing thousands to one of its most iconic avenues. Preparations for the event began well in advance, focusing on logistics that include road closures, public transport adjustments, and emergency services. This year’s festivities highlight a blend of cultural performances designed to appeal to a broad audience.

More than 3,000 security personnel will be deployed, supported by a comprehensive health infrastructure. The metropolitan transport system will also operate special schedules, adapting to the significant influx of visitors. These measures are designed to manage crowd flow and provide swift assistance throughout the prolonged event.

The grand musical lineup for 2025

The 2025 New Year’s Eve concert on Paulista Avenue will feature a star-studded musical program commencing at 1:30 PM. The schedule begins with religious attractions, transitioning to a variety of musical styles that will keep the energy high until dawn. This diverse lineup aims to cater to different tastes, making the celebration inclusive for all attendees.

A highlight of the evening will be the 15-minute silent fireworks display planned for around midnight, offering a moment of collective celebration without the traditional loud noise. The event then resumes with more performances, ensuring the party continues well into the first day of the new year.

The confirmed schedule for the musical performances includes:
– 1:30 PM – Colo de Deus
– 2:00 PM – Frei Gilson
– 3:30 PM – Padre Marcelo Rossi
– 5:20 PM – João Gomes
– 6:40 PM – Belo
– 8:00 PM – Maiara e Maraísa
– 9:30 PM – Ana Castela
– 11:20 PM – Simone Mendes (followed by the fireworks interval)
– 1:40 AM to 2:40 AM – Latino

Access and road interdictions

Avenida Paulista, along with Alameda Santos and Alameda São Carlos do Pinhal, will undergo complete interdiction to facilitate the New Year’s Eve festivities. These critical closures are scheduled to begin at 12:00 AM on December 31, 2024, and will remain in effect until 1:00 AM on January 2, 2025, ensuring public safety and event setup. Public access to the event area will be exclusively through these blocked thoroughfares.

This strategic shutdown allows for the safe assembly of stages, sound equipment, and security checkpoints, transforming the bustling urban artery into a pedestrian-friendly celebration zone. Detailed plans have been communicated by the city to guide residents and visitors on alternative routes and access points for the duration of the event.

Essential guide: allowed and prohibited items

For the safety and comfort of all participants, the city has issued a clear list of items permitted and prohibited at the Paulista Avenue New Year’s Eve event. Adherence to these guidelines is crucial for smooth entry and enjoyment of the festivities, with security personnel enforcing the rules rigorously at all access points.

Attendees are allowed to bring:
– Personal identification documents
– Bilhete Único (public transport card)
– Water bottles
– Sealed industrialized food items
– Personal use medicines
– Raincoats
– Small backpacks and bags

Strictly prohibited items include:
– Cutting objects of any kind
– Glass bottles
– Umbrellas
– Portable sound systems
– Sprays (including aerosols)
– Bicycles
– Personal fireworks
– Weapons
– Selfie sticks

Enhanced safety and public services

The city has significantly bolstered its operational framework for the 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration on Paulista Avenue, focusing on comprehensive safety and public health provisions. This extensive planning involves a multi-agency approach to manage the expected large crowds effectively and provide immediate support where needed. Authorities are coordinating closely to ensure a seamless execution of these critical services.

Law enforcement presence will be robust, with 1,950 military police officers working in tandem with over 1,100 agents from the Municipal Civil Guard. This combined force aims to maintain order, manage crowd control, and respond promptly to any incidents. Security checkpoints will be established at all entry points to monitor compliance with the prohibited items list.

Healthcare provisions are equally comprehensive, featuring seven strategically located aid stations along Paulista Avenue. These stations will be fully equipped with medical staff, ambulances, and mobile Intensive Care Units (ICUs), ready to address any health emergencies. Furthermore, hospitals in the surrounding areas will implement special corridors to ensure unimpeded access for ambulances and other emergency vehicles. Urban cleaning services will also be enhanced, with 550 dedicated agents deployed to manage waste and maintain cleanliness throughout the event area and its periphery.

Special metro operations for the celebration

For the 2025 New Year’s Eve event on Avenida Paulista, the São Paulo Metro has announced special operational adjustments to accommodate the large influx of revelers. On December 31, Consolação station, strategically located near the heart of the festivities, will close its doors to the public at 10:00 AM. It will remain closed throughout the event, reopening at 4:40 AM on January 1.

Conversely, other key stations, namely Paraíso, Brigadeiro, and Trianon-MASP, will operate continuously through the entire night. These stations will facilitate both embarkation and disembarkation, with their ticket offices remaining open during the early morning hours of January 1. This ensures that attendees have viable transit options for both arriving and departing the event zone.

Lines 1-Blue, 2-Green, 3-Red, and 15-Silver will provide extended service for boarding and disembarking until 2:00 AM on January 1. After this specific time, these lines will transition to an exclusive disembarkation mode, allowing passengers to exit trains but not to begin new journeys. All ticket offices on these lines will maintain their regular operating hours. During the overnight period, the metro system will maintain a substantial fleet across its main lines. Line 1-Blue will have 12 trains in circulation with an additional two in reserve. Line 2-Green will operate with 11 trains and three reserves, while Line 3-Red will feature 12 active trains and three reserves. The Line 15-Silver monorail will run four trains, supported by two reserve units, ensuring consistent service throughout the extended operational hours.

Coordinated mobility efforts

Beyond the metro, broader mobility plans for the 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration include a robust bus service and extensive traffic management. SPTrans, the city’s transit agency, will deploy a special operation involving 500 buses distributed across 46 lines, enhancing connectivity for revelers. These expanded services aim to manage the increased demand for public transport efficiently, ensuring attendees can reach and depart from the event zone with greater ease.

Complementing the public transport initiatives, the Companhia de Engenharia de Tráfego (CET) will mobilize a significant number of agents and vehicles. Their primary role will be to coordinate traffic flow around the interdicted areas and manage diversions, minimizing disruption for other city traffic. This integrated approach ensures both pedestrian safety within the event area and smooth vehicle movement in surrounding districts.