When is Blue Monday?

This year, Blue Monday falls on Monday 20 January. Blue Monday is regarded around the world as the day when it is hardest to drag yourself out of bed in the morning. But despite what this famous theory says, you won’t find the word ‘depressed’ or ‘sad’ in PortAventura World’s dictionary!

Keep reading to find out more about Blue Monday and discover how we can bring light to this most miserable of days – as well as your whole week, month and year!

Why is it called Blue Monday? Discover the origin of the saddest day of the year

The term ‘Blue Monday’ was coined by a renowned British psychologist, Cliff Arnall, in 2005, who found that a combination of the miserable January weather, the end of the festive period and excessive Christmas spending make it statistically the saddest day of the calendar for many people.

We don’t know whether or not he was on the money, but we do know that he never visited our park. With a few goes on our rides, his study would have raved about all the fun and excitement that can be experienced in any month of the year, including January!

The best antidote for Blue Monday!

We at PortAventura World are experts in turning the simplest of moments into memories that last a lifetime. Would you like us to let you in on a little secret? Well, the best way to avoid getting down in the dumps this January is by making Blue Monday the happiest day ever!

 

Surprise your loved ones with unforgettable memories

A wonderful way to brighten up this most depressing of dates is by surprising your loved ones with something they’ll never forget! Take them to PortAventura World—either purchasing a ticket or booking an overnight stay in one of our hotels—and watch how they grin from ear to ear.

Blue Monday discounts on tickets and hotels

Our website is packed with amazing promotions and discounts for Blue Monday. By visiting the site, you’ll see that we have as many plans, packages and experiences as Dragon Khan has gravity-defying loops!

Get ready to discover our 6 uniquely-decorated worlds, each punctuated with amazing rides and shows. We’re offering these discounts because we believe that you deserve an exciting 2025 in which you can travel the world in a single day.

See you soon.

Happy Blue Monday!