What's on for Christmas and New Year at Quinta do Lago. Updated 2022
Quinta do Lago is the outstanding lifestyle resort in Southern Portugal. Fabulous properties, glorious natural surroundings by the Ria Formosa, miles of golden beach and superb restaurants and facilities, make the resort one of the most popular destinations for travellers from all over the world. And while summer is without doubt a great time to visit, the beautiful winter sunsets, tranquil surroundings and festive cheer of Christmas celebrations, make Christmas and New Year in Quinta do Lago very special too.
Below you can find out what’s on at the resort over the festive period. There’s plenty of active fun in the sun, as well as gourmet delights and tasty treats to please everyone. So, gather some friends, organize the kids, and come enjoy Christmas at Quinta do Lago.
And of course, this year, the FIFA World Cup is on in the run-up to Christmas. You can catch all the football action on the screens at Dano's. Sip a pint or two, snack on some tasty dishes and cheer your team. There's even a private lounge for game viewing you can book, just for you and your pals.
Find out about World Cup 2022 at Dano's
- The festive season agenda is still being finalized - check back so you don't miss out on any exciting events!
- Did you know you can purchase Quinta do Lago Gift Cards? Offer a Gourmet Experience, Sports Experience, Golfers, or Q Boutique gift card. Find out more here
Where to Stay
The Magnolia Hotel has some super winter and Christmas offers to tempt you and the family to Quinta do Lago.
Kids Stay & Eat Free
Yes. Free. Special winter and Christmas break offer in Quinta do Lago. Families stay at The Magnolia Hotel and kids stay for free. Includes daily buffet breakfast for the family and meals for the kids. The offer is valid over the winter, including the Christmas and New Year period!
Winter Discount - 15% off
Stay at The Magnolia Hotel between 14th Nov. and 23rd Dec. and you can get 15% off!
Bonus - you can combine this offer with the Kids Stay & Eat Free offer. That's another 15% off in addition to the kids staying and eating for free!
Find out about The Magnolia Hotel Special Offers
Find out more about The Magnolia Hotel and its heated pool and family-friendly cottages.
Holiday Lights Switch-On
The start of the fun! The lights will be switched on at Dano’s on 3rd Dec. 2022. Enjoy mulled wine, hot chocolate and live music at Dano’s Plaza, next to The Campus.
Get the details of Holiday Lights Switch On
Christmas Market
Enjoy a relaxed Christmas Market at Daon's Plaza on the 3rd Dec. 2022. Traditional products and handcrafts, delicious food and great wines, and lovely gifts. Stay for the Christmas Lights Switch on, and end the evening with a tasty meal at Dano's.
Find out about the Christmas Market at Dano's
Boxing Day at Dano’s
Everybody loves Boxing Day. It’s a catch-up with friends, have fun and watch the sports day. And the best place for all of that is Dano’s. Enjoy some restorative pints, eat some tasty treats and catch all the Boxing Day footie on the multiple large screens.
Find out about Boxing Day at Dano’s

New Year
Quinta do Lago’s various restaurants offer a range of menus, styles and entertainment to celebrate New Year’s Eve – from elegant, fine dining at Casa Velha, fabulous food and steaks at Bovino, lakeside dining at Casa do Lago, and a lively, relaxed evening at Dano’s.
Get the details about New Year’s Eve at Quinta do Lago
And for a pick-me-up start to 2023, there’s nothing better than a tasty and varied Brunch. Head to Dano’s on 1st Jan. for a New Year Brunch from 12:00h
Find out about New Year’s Day at Dano’s
What’s on – Active Fun
Set over hectares of beautiful natural surroundings by the Ria Formosa, Quinta do Lago is a great place to enjoy strolls along the beach and walks on the nature trails, keeping an eye out for flamingos at the lake. Famous for its magnificent golf facilities, it’s not only about golf at Quinta do Lago.

The Campus is Quinta do Lago’s sporting hub, created for professional athletes and enthusiastic amateurs, and offering outstanding sporting facilities. Aside from the regular fitness and gym sessions available, you can play tennis and padel, or get some coaching, as well as take a spin with the team from The Bike Shed. There is even triathlon training available. Junior athletes are not forgotten at The Campus - there are several junior programmes for tennis, fitness, swimming and triathlon.
Throughout December there are some fun tournaments and challenges you can join, including the fabulous Junior Open Golf Tournament.
The 2022 edition takes place on Laranjal course and there are 5 categories, ranging from u-10s to u-21.
Find out more about the Junior Open Golf Tournament
