Florence Welcomes 2025 with Vibrant New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Florence is gearing up for a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration that promises something for everyone. This year, the city has planned a widespread and diverse array of events across five squares, transforming the night into a city-wide festivity.
In Piazza della Signoria, in the heart of the city, well-known Italian and international artists will take the stage: Mr. Rain, BowLand, Giovanni Caccamo, and Deborah Iurato will lead an evening filled with music, lights, and magic. They will be joined by young talents and emerging artists. At 11:30pm, Mr. Rain will perform.
In Piazza San Giovanni, the “Musart” Association presents the “Gospel Choirs” event featuring two outstanding groups: The Pilgrims, representing contemporary Tuscan gospel, and Lara Johnson & the Black Voices, a remarkable ensemble of six singers accompanied by a band. The event will take place from 10pm to 1am.
In Piazza SS. Annunziata, the “Quelli del ’29” Association presents “Jazz in Luce”—an immersive event combining the music of virtuoso jazz artist Nino Buonocore and his quartet with the international talent of saxophonist Max Ionata. The performance will be enhanced by spectacular light displays. Join from 10:45pm to 12:30am.
The “Music Pool” Association presents “Happy New Year on the Road”, featuring two marching bands that will follow distinct musical routes designed to spread music and joy across two iconic areas of Florence. The event will run from 10pm to 1am.
In Piazza Santa Croce, the Florence Chamber Orchestra Association presents “New Year’s Eve 2025: Music, Dance, and Traditions Under the Stars of Florence”, a unique event combining music and dance for an engaging, interactive experience. The National Symphony Orchestra “RadioTV Moldova” and the Florence Chamber Orchestra will perform a vast musical repertoire. The event will run from 10:45pm to 1:00am.
As the clock counts down to midnight, the diverse celebrations throughout Florence will provide residents and visitors with the opportunity to welcome 2025 with joy and music.
