The Copenhagen Post

Why we make new year’s resolutions – and how they help internationals in transition

Here’s how you can experience Copenhagen in 2026

In 2026, Copenhagen and the surrounding region will see new openings and major events, offering residents and internationals more chances to engage with the city.

The government announced food vouchers for pensioners, low-income families with children and the unemployed

Mette Frederiksen announced it yesterday in her New Year speech, where she also said the government will try to lower VAT.

More internationals convicted of serious crimes to be expelled from Denmark

Frederiksen announced the plan during her New Year speech. "Before long, the government will also present a comprehensive deportation reform.”

King Frederik focused on Russia-linked security threats in New Year’s speech, and mentioned internationals

Most of the king’s traditional New Year’s Eve speech focused on security threats posed by Russia. The king also briefly addressed international issues in his speech.

Vivienne McKee: “This year’s Christmas show is the last one. After 42 years, we will focus on other projects.”

After four decades on stage, the show run by British actress Vivienne McKee, which has become a tradition for thousands of Danes, is coming to an end. “The first show in 1982 was very small, with four actors and a piano player on a small stage, but it had the same concept: involving the audience, making them boo the bad guy and cheer for the protagonist. People told me, ‘You can’t do this in Denmark,’ and I said, ‘We’ll see’, she recalls.