Spending New Year’s Eve 2026 in Pavia means enjoying a special evening in the heart of the city, with live music, entertainment, and a shared festive atmosphere. On December 31, 2025, the Municipality of Pavia invites residents and visitors to celebrate the arrival of the new year together in the historic Cortile Teresiano of the University of Pavia.

New Year’s Eve Program in Pavia

The evening will begin at 11:00 PM with a live performance by Area 80, a band ready to bring back the greatest hits of 1980s and 1990s music. An engaging repertoire designed to warm up the atmosphere and lead the audience toward the countdown to midnight.

After the midnight toast, from 1:00 AM onward, the celebration will continue with Andrea Rock from Virgin Radio, featuring a rock-based DJ set to keep everyone dancing and having fun until late at night.

Free admission – Gates open at 10:00 PM.

The Cortile Teresiano: a Historic Venue at the Heart of the University of Pavia

The Cortile Teresiano is one of the most distinctive spaces within the Central Building of the University of Pavia. Overlooking Piazza Leonardo da Vinci, it is part of the ancient university complex dating back to the late 15th century, which developed over the centuries through significant architectural interventions.

This historic courtyard represents a natural link between the city and the heart of the University, fitting into a system of courtyards and open spaces that reflect Pavia’s long academic tradition.
Throughout the year, the Cortile Teresiano hosts cultural initiatives, university events, and public gatherings such as fairs and meetings, confirming its role as an urban “agora” within both the academic and civic context.

A New Year’s Eve in the Heart of the City

Once again, the Cortile Teresiano proves to be an ideal venue for major events in Pavia: easily accessible, rich in historical charm, and perfectly suited to hosting an evening filled with music and energy. The event offers a unique opportunity to bid farewell to 2025 and welcome 2026 in a festive atmosphere open to everyone.

Why Choose Pavia for New Year’s Eve 2026

Choosing Pavia for New Year’s Eve means combining high-quality entertainment with an elegant urban setting and the chance to experience the city beyond the night of December 31, among monuments, museums, and gastronomic traditions. From historic squares to evocative courtyards such as the Cortile Teresiano, Pavia offers a welcoming and convivial experience, ideal for starting the new year.

New Year’s Eve 2026 in Pavia awaits you with a night of music, entertainment, and shared celebration, to begin the new year in the best possible way.

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New Year’s Eve in Pavia is not limited to the celebration in the Cortile Teresiano alone; various evening options are available, including alternative forms of entertainment such as New Year’s Eve at Teatro Fraschini with the show Saturday Night Fever, an option for those seeking a more theatrical experience suitable for families as well.

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