The news is confirmed and the poster speaks for itself: Gaeta is preparing to experience the most spectacular New Year’s Eve ever. If you’ve been looking for the perfect place to say goodbye to 2025 and welcome the New Year, stop your search. Favole di Luce will drop the ace and transform Piazza della Libertà into a giant open-air party arena.
The event, which is completely free of charge, will feature one of Italy’s most beloved showmen as the absolute star: Paolo Belli with his Big Band.
📅 The New Year’s Eve Program (December 31)
The party does not wait until midnight. Starting at 10:30 p.m., Freedom Square will begin to vibrate. Here is the official timeline of the evening so you won’t miss a single minute of fun:
- 🎧 10:30 p.m. – DJ Set Opening: Warm up the engines (and legs) waiting for the main event.
- 🎸 Black Ball Boogie: Before the big guest, an injection of rock’n’roll and swing energy to get the whole square dancing.
- 🥂 Midnight Toast: The most exciting countdown of the year, under the illuminated sky of Gaeta.
- 🎺 MAIN EVENT: Paolo Belli Big Band: Immediately after the toast, the show gets into full swing. Overwhelming music, great classics and the unique wit of Paolo Belli.
- 🎧 DJ Set Closing: Dancing continues late into the night to start 2026 with the right rhythm.
Why choose Gaeta for New Year’s Eve?
In addition to the stellar concert, being in Gaeta on December 31 means immersing yourself in the magical atmosphere of Favole di Luce. Before heading to Freedom Square, you can stroll among the artistic illuminations that make our city unique in the world. It is the perfect mix of romantic and wild.
The event is organized by the City of Gaeta in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, the Lazio Region and ATCL.
🚗 Practice Info: Parking, ZTL and Shuttles (Ask Enea!).
New Year’s Eve means celebration, but it also means lots of traffic. Don’t let the search for parking spoil the atmosphere. The ZTL may change, and parking lots will fill up quickly.
💡 The tip from “Local”: To get around the city without stress, use Enea, our intelligent virtual assistant. Find the icon in the lower right corner of this website. Ask him:
- “Where are the free parking lots open tonight?”
- “What is the ZTL situation for New Year’s Eve?”
- “How do I get to Freedom Square from the parking lot?”
Enea will get back to you in real time with accurate maps and directions. Enjoy the concert, we’ll take care of the rest.
We look forward to seeing you in Freedom Square to make a splash! 🎉
