ECSTATIC NEW YEAR'S GATHERING 2026
and the Sacred Fire
30 DEC ~ 02 JAN 2026 ⫸ TOMAR ~ PORTUGAL ⫸ 4 DAYS OF PURE ECSTASY & CONNECTION
We will Dance a lot, Sing around the fire, Let go of what needs to go and open a portal of intentions for the new year > this is the most waited Gathering of the year!
We hope you can join!
4 days dancing, singing, connecting, awakening.
We are organizing again, for the 9th time in a row, this New Year’s Gathering, which has always been so special : ))
A ritual to end a cycle and begin a new one, where we leave renewed, ecstatic and with great peace to step in the new year.
We will be around 80 people at this unique moment, for 4 days and 3 nights, with the energy of the full moon : ))
This time we have loads of news!
A special and ritualized New Year’s Gathering, where we will dance a lot, sing and express what is inside, in deep connection with ourselves, with others and with nature!
Free from additives (alcohol, drugs) where our infinite energy reveals itself naturally!!
⫸FACILITATORS:
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Organized by Virgílio Beatriz, with amazing Facilitators, Musicians, Artists and Therapists.
> Virgílio Beatriz: Host, Facilitator and Musician in Ecstatic Dance & Voice Portugal & Nós Voz mantras. In this gathering >> 1 Ecstatic Dance + 1 Healing Voice Awakening session + Canta! Canta Canta!* + 2 Rituals + general Host.
> Rute Novais: Facilitator, DJ & Host in Ecstatic Dance Lisboa & Sintra. In this gathering >> 1 “Vision Dance” session.
> Taban: DJ & Host in Samadhi Ritual Aljezur. In this gathering >> 1 Samadhi Ecstatic Dance + Musician (percussion)
> Dina Fonseca: Facilitator in Corpo Medicina. In this gathering >> 1 “Corpo Medicina” session
> Kopal: DJ & Musical producer in Wattusi Music. In this gathering >> DJ “New Year’s Tropical Party” + Musician (percussion)
> Javier Karuá: Musician & Composer. In this gathering >> Musician (Violin & Guitar)
> Diogo Quaresma: Musician & Handcraft. In this gathering >> Musician (Flute, Ngoni & Kora)
> Aguabel: Musician & Artist in Visionary Art Residence. In this gathering >> Musician & Live Painting.
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> Tiago Bento (operational coordination); Sofia Frutuoso (team coordination & production) Mónica Barbosa (registration & communication); STAFF: Carolina Higgs (translation), Filipe Patrocínio (production), Pedro Esteves (photo & video), Hugo Garcia (fire keeper) and more volunteers.
>> Present organizations: Ecstatic Dance & Voice Portugal, Ecstatic Dance Lisboa, Ecstatic Dance Sintra, Nós Voz , Samadhi Ritual, Wattusi Music e Quinta São José dos Montes.
4 unique days!
⫸ PROGRAMA:
: : from Tuesday (30 DEC) at 2pm, to Friday (02 JAN) at 6pm : :
*It is also possible to come for just 2 nights (30 DEC – 01 JAN)*
The last night and last day are optional (Fade-out) where we will have a more relaxed program with 2 sessions.
20 Unique Moments!
Ecstatic Dance > with the special waves of Virgílio Beatriz.
Vision Dance > to open the new year intentions in our bodies, with Rute Novais.
Samadhi Ecstatic Ritual > a mystical and electric Ecstatic Dance with Taban.
New Year’s Tropical Party > long night with the warm rhythms of Kopal.
Healing Voice Awakening > one of the most requested workshops with Vírgilio Beatriz.
Corpo Medicina > a special journey into our body and our being with Dina Fonseca.
Rituals > in the fire and at New Year’s Eve – magical moments.
Canta! Canta! Canta! > A space around the fire to sing together, where we invite everyone to share their songs.
Personalized Astral chart analysis (each person chooses the area they want to be analyzed).
Morning practices > with yoga, stretching and meditation.
We will also have available (with extra payment): Sauna Gus, Cold plunge, different Therapies, Market and“Calma Bar” (Cacau & snacks).
⫸VENUE/ LOCATION:
Quinta São José dos Montes (Tomar):
One of the most emblematic retreat centers in Portugal, 150 km north of Lisbon.
With a large forest, swimming pool, a huge lake (1 km away) and a 300m2 “Dance Temple”, a 180m2 dome, living room with fireplace, stoves and heating in the various rooms and a large fire with benches around it.
This retreat center, beside the large area and plenty of sleeping capacity, is well known for its incredible vegetarian meals.
⫸ CONTRIBUITION:
There is a price for the Ticket and another for Accommodation + Meals.
Ticket price: €235
Ticket Includes:
- 4 days and 3 nights gathering
- Sessions, Rituals and Workshops
- Personalized Astrologic Chart Analysis
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ACCOMMODATION + MEALS PRICE:
30 DEC -1 JAN:
(Includes 2 nights / 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners and 1 supper)
Prices per person:
- Tent*: €133
- Caravan/Van*: €133
- Dormitory: €153
- Exterior Double room for families: €153
- Double yurt: €168
- Double room: €168
- Double room with private wc: €198
- Double dome with private wc: €198
30 DEC -2 JAN:
(Includes 3 nights / 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners and 1 supper)
Prices per person:
- Tent*: €198
- Caravan*: €198
- Dormitory: €228
- Exterior Double room for families: 228€
- Double Yurt: €244
- Double room: €244
- Double room with private wc: €297
- Double dome with private wc: €297
*Prices for tent and own caravan/van.
// The ticket price is the same for both day options.
// Accommodation and meals are only paid on December 30th at check-in at the Retreat Center : )
Important info:
> We start on the 30th at 2:00 pm all together to present the program, team and explain how everything works – if you can’t be there at the beginning, don’t sign up – this way we guarantee the quality of this Gathering : )
> The minimum presence at this gathering is 2 nights and 3 days, less is not possible, so that we can tap into that special energy : )
> Registration is only confirmed after filling out the registration form (see below) and paying the full amount or, at least, 50% of the ticket value.
> Here you can consult the cancellation policy: https://bit.ly/ENYG26-CANCEL
> If you want to guarantee your place, sign up now, we always come to sold out.
** There will be translation to English and the workshops are in bilingual : ))
** Animals: the venue don’t allow to bring them : )
⫸ REGISTRATION:
If you have any questions, send an email to: ecstaticdanceandvoiceportugal@gmail.com
WE WILL ENTER IN 2026 TOGETHER!
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