Nearly five thousand people gathered at the Fenarreco pavilion in Brusque on the night of 31 December for the Réveillon Celebra Brusque, a free municipal event that marked the city’s farewell to 2025 and welcomed 2026 with a 15-minute silent fireworks display.
Brusque New Year celebration welcomed a diverse crowd
With rain having eased, the municipal gates opened at 20:00 and residents and visitors filled the pavilion to enjoy live performances and a calm, inclusive countdown to the new year. The programme included sets by Rogerinho Las Flores, a performance by Bia Barros who led the city’s countdown, and the duo Ricardo & Diogo.
At midnight the sky lit up without loud detonations. The silent fireworks display lasted about 15 minutes and drew admiration from the crowd for its visual splendour. Paulo de Souza Freitas, originally from Minas Gerais and a Brusque resident for eight years, said he did not expect such a grand show. “It was more than I expected,” he said, describing the moment as beautiful and emotional.
Organisers emphasised that the choice of silent pyrotechnics was intended to make the event accessible. The quieter display allowed parents with young children, people with sound sensitivities including autistic children, elderly residents and owners of pets to participate without the distress that traditional fireworks can cause. The initiative formed part of broader efforts to make public celebrations more inclusive.
Officials acknowledged that mounting the celebration presented logistical challenges after a period of heavy rain. Juliana da Silva, director-general of the Municipal Tourism Foundation (Fumtur), said the hard work paid off when organisers saw the turnout. “It was difficult, but seeing so many people here made the effort worthwhile,” she said.
Mayor André Vechi reflected on the event as a moment of unity for the community. He noted that the city had experienced a difficult spell due to the weather but that the New Year celebration offered an opportunity for gratitude and hope. “We worked very hard at the end of the year. This was a moment of celebration and unity with the people of Brusque,” he said, urging citizens to look to 2026 with optimism.
The event was organised by the City of Brusque through Fumtur and formed part of the municipal calendar of end-of-year activities. With free entry and a mix of local musical talent, the celebration aimed to provide leisure and conviviality for residents and visitors. The turnout reinforced local pride and demonstrated the community’s resilience following recent disruptions.
As cities across Brazil and the region plan public festivities, the Brusque approach underlined how accessible choices such as silent fireworks can broaden participation. For many attendees, the evening combined entertainment, communal spirit and a respectful nod to those who are affected by louder displays, offering a template for inclusive public celebrations.
Key Takeaways:
- Approximately 5,000 people attended the free Réveillon Celebra Brusque event at the Fenarreco pavilion.
- The evening featured local musical acts and a 15-minute silent fireworks display to welcome 2026.
- Silent fireworks made the celebration accessible to autistic children, elderly residents and pets.
- The event was organised by the city through Fumtur as part of year-end festivities following recent heavy rains.
