31 December 2026 · Verona, Italy
New Year’s Eve in Verona 2026–2027
Spend the final day of 2026 exploring Verona and welcome the New Year between the historic city and the quiet of the Verona Hills.
New Year in Verona
Spend 31 December between Verona and the Verona Hills
Verona combines historic streets, monumental squares and cultural landmarks with the countryside that begins just beyond the city.
Villa Balis Crema is a historic 16th-century residence in Valpantena, in the Verona Hills. Staying outside the city centre makes it possible to dedicate part of 31 December to Verona and then return to the Villa for the evening.
For New Year’s Eve 2026–2027, guests looking for an organised celebration can also discover LUMINA – New Year’s Eve by Candlelight, the dedicated New Year offer at Villa Balis Crema.
31 December in the city
What to do in Verona before New Year’s Eve
The final day of the year can also be an opportunity to discover Verona before the evening celebrations begin.
Piazza Bra and the Arena
Begin in Piazza Bra, dominated by the Arena di Verona, and continue into the historic centre on foot.
Walk through the historic centre
Continue along the central streets towards Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza dei Signori for a walk through some of Verona’s best-known historic spaces.
Plan cultural visits in advance
If you intend to visit museums, monuments or cultural sites on 31 December or 1 January, check the official holiday opening hours before your visit.
Stay near Verona
A base in the Verona Hills for the New Year period
Villa Balis Crema is located in Romagnano di Grezzana, in Valpantena, offering a countryside setting within the wider Verona area.
Rooms & suites
Choose among the different room and suite categories available within the historic buildings of Villa Balis Crema.
SPA
Wellness can be added to a winter stay by checking SPA availability and reservation conditions directly with Villa Balis Crema.
Private parking
Private parking at Villa Balis Crema is available free of charge for hotel guests.
LUMINA · 2026–2027
New Year’s Eve by Candlelight at Villa Balis Crema
Guests who prefer to celebrate outside the city centre can discover LUMINA, Villa Balis Crema’s dedicated New Year’s Eve offer in the Verona Hills.
On 31 December 2026, the evening begins with a New Year’s Eve aperitif from 7:00 pm, followed by the Gala Dinner in the Salone delle Feste from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm.
The programme continues with the midnight toast to welcome 2027 and a DJ set after midnight.
New Year’s Eve aperitif.
Gala Dinner in the Salone delle Feste, served until 11:30 pm.
Toast to welcome 2027.
DJ set in the Salone delle Feste.
31 December & 1 January
A simple New Year itinerary in Verona
Verona and the surrounding hills can be combined within the same New Year stay.
Explore Verona’s historic centre around Piazza Bra, the Arena and the central pedestrian streets.
Continue your visit in the city, allowing enough time to return to Villa Balis Crema if you are attending the evening programme.
Guests who have booked LUMINA can join the New Year’s Eve programme beginning with the aperitif from 7:00 pm.
Guests staying with the LUMINA package can begin 2027 with the buffet breakfast included in the official offer.
Getting to Villa Balis Crema
Arriving in Verona for New Year
Villa Balis Crema is located at Via Belvedere 1/A, 37023 Romagnano di Grezzana, Verona, in Valpantena.
Verona Valerio Catullo Airport is approximately 20 kilometres from the Villa. The typical journey by car or taxi takes around 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic.
If you are travelling during the New Year period, allow sufficient time for the journey between Verona and the Villa.
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New Year’s Eve in Verona FAQ
Planning New Year’s Eve in Verona
Where can I stay for New Year’s Eve near Verona?
Villa Balis Crema is located in Romagnano di Grezzana, in Valpantena and the Verona Hills. It offers rooms and suites outside the city centre while keeping Verona within the same stay itinerary.
Can I visit Verona before celebrating New Year’s Eve at Villa Balis Crema?
Yes. Guests attending LUMINA can spend part of 31 December in Verona before returning to the Villa. The official LUMINA programme begins with the aperitif from 7:00 pm.
What is LUMINA?
LUMINA is Villa Balis Crema’s New Year’s Eve by Candlelight offer for 31 December 2026. The evening includes a New Year’s Eve aperitif, Gala Dinner, midnight toast and DJ set, with accommodation details available on the official offer page.
What time does LUMINA start on 31 December 2026?
The official programme begins with the New Year’s Eve aperitif from 7:00 pm. The Gala Dinner is served from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm, followed by the midnight toast and DJ set.
How much is the official LUMINA New Year’s Eve menu?
The official menu for 31 December 2026 is priced at €140 per person. Water, coffee, house digestifs and the midnight toast are included. Wines are not included.
What is included in the 2026 LUMINA menu?
The menu includes the Villa Aperitif, brioche bread with date butter and smoked salmon, broccoli flan with black truffle fondue, pumpkin risotto, Monte Veronese crêpes with porcini mushrooms and thyme, veal cheek with Amarone, duck breast with orange, dark chocolate namelaka and traditional cotechino and lentils at midnight.
Does the LUMINA offer include accommodation?
Yes. The official LUMINA offer includes an overnight stay in the selected room, together with the other inclusions listed on the dedicated LUMINA offer page.
How far is Villa Balis Crema from Verona Airport?
Villa Balis Crema is approximately 20 kilometres from Verona Valerio Catullo Airport. The typical journey by car or taxi is around 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic.
Verona & Villa Balis Crema
From Verona to the hills
New Year 2026–2027
Plan your New Year stay near Verona
Explore Verona during the final days of 2026 and stay in the Verona Hills at Villa Balis Crema. For the evening of 31 December, discover the dedicated LUMINA New Year’s Eve offer.