BOLZANO. Countdown to the highly anticipated end of year party: tonight, starting at 9pm, Piazza della Vittoria will be filled with music and lights to celebrate the arrival of 2025 together. “Welcome to the future” is the title chosen for the New Year’s Eve , in which the square will be transformed into an immersive and futuristic space with lights, sounds and performances. The programme: Skanka Nancy (9pm): the evening will open with the contagious energy of Skanka Nancy: blues, reggae, pop, rock and great Italian classics. Followed by Hush Puppies (10.30pm), a band with a unique style that mixes funk-rock, pop-blues and acid jazz. Great Midnight Show (11.55pm): the square will be filled with colors and light beams, while exclusive videos will be projected on the LED screens to intensify the anticipation. DJ Leo (00:05), after midnight, the event will continue with the overwhelming rhythm of DJ Leo, known for his versatility and ability to involve the public. Until 2am.
Given the location in the heart of the city, therefore easily reachable from every neighbourhood, the invitation to those who will participate in the New Year’s Eve party is to leave the car at home. There will be five access gates in the square and, like last year, spirits and glass will be banned, while recyclable glasses will be used.
Events throughout the Province
There is also a big celebration in Merano: music and initiatives are scheduled in three different squares of the city depending on the target. In the hours around midnight DJ Shorty, a leading figure of Radio Deejay, one of the most followed broadcasters in Italy, will be in Piazza Teatro with DJ Pat (see article on page 19). In Bressanone, from 9pm, the historic Piazza del Duomo will host the live band Three and a half cent and the DJs Double Dee and Why Not. At midnight a laser show will immerse the square in a spectacular sea of lights.
Fireworks in Lana
Over the fireworks, Lana continues to go her own way. Contrary to what will happen in all (or almost all) South Tyrolean municipalities, this year it will not give up the fireworks display at midnight on New Year’s Eve. The fires will be the culmination of various initiatives. The food stands of the Polvere di Stelle Christmas market in the Cappuccini garden from 10am to 6pm will offer the opportunity to meet, toast the new year and spend moments together. All while waiting for the midnight fireworks.