ALTERNATIVE NEW YEAR’S EVE IN BOLOGNA:
WHERE ROCK AND INDIE MAKE HISTORY, NOT JUST A PARTY
NYE 2026: The night you were waiting for
At Covo Club, you’ll find the true alternative New Year’s Eve in Bologna, in an independent rock/indie club that’s been around since 1980. Here, December 31st is the night for lovers of indie, rock, and alternative music: no posing, no formalities, just a club full of people who want to start the year dancing to the music they listen to all year long.
Perfect location if you are looking for:
- a rock/indie New Year’s Eve night in Bologna;
- an alternative New Year’s Eve, without mandatory dinners;
- a last-minute option, with an informal atmosphere.
Cerchi la solita discoteca Bologna a Capodanno con musica commerciale? Il Covo offre esattamente l’opposto: musica vera, prima di tutto, prima di tutti!
DJ set all night long: party never stops
Kicking off New Year’s Eve in Bologna on the Covo Club stage is a rock concert by Laguna Bollente, with a high-volume live set that brings the energy of Bologna’s independent scene to the Casalone.
THE ORIGINAL NYE ROCK PARTY year over year.
Following, the now-famous Covo All Stars DJ set takes over the turntables and keeps you dancing until dawn with a continuous selection of rock, indie, punk, ’80s, new wave, disco, and all those tracks you heard for the first time at Covo.
Why choose the Covo Club Rock/Indie DJ Set?
- Laguna Bollente Live show
- Unique Selection: No forced commercial hits.
- Intimate and authentic atmosphere: The energy and sociability you only find in an independent club.
- Duration: The party is guaranteed until the early hours of the morning
Bologna's hottest New Year's Eve Rock party
Ours is the best alternative to the traditional New Year’s Eve clubs in Bologna. If you’re looking for authenticity, come dance with us!
Ticket purchase and access methods
You can buy Covo NYE tickets directly online on DICE or at the door (if still available). The concert ticket includes access to the afterparty with DJ set. Access is reserved for HOVOC members. You can enter at 11:00 PM, when the stage lights come on and the Casalone begins to fill up: from then on, New Year’s Eve Bologna 2026 at the Covo Club is all yours.
The entry at the door on the 31st night is available at 15€ with 5 € for the HOVOC 25/26 membershi card mandatory to enter. In any case, inside you’ll find everything: Laguna Bollente concert + aftershow with the All Stars DJ set from Covo.
FAQ: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THE COVO CLUB
How much does New Year's Eve at Covo Club cost?
Ticket prices vary depending on when you purchase your ticket, but the formula is always the same: concert + afterparty with an All Stars DJ set.
- Early Bird on DICE: €8 + fee if you buy before midnight on December 25th
- Pre-sale on DICE: €12.50 + fee after December 25th
- At the door on the evening of the 31st: €15, subject to availability
- Mandatory membership: always add €5 for the HOVOC 25/26 membership card, which you can use for the entire 2025/25 season
You can buy the ticket in advance on DICE Or at the door on New Year’s Eve, until capacity is reached. Using DICE is worth it: if you buy before Christmas, you save with Early Bird and are guaranteed entry.
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Buy Covo New Year's Eve tickets online.
- Visit the official event page on DICE: buy your ticket here
- If you don’t have the App, download it and log in with your account (or create one in a few seconds)
- Online ticket includes: The Original NYE Rock Party with Laguna Bollente + All Stars Aftershow
- Online Price: Early Bird until Christmas €8 (+ delivery charge), then standard presale rate on DICE: €12.50 + delivery charge after December 25th
- You will receive the digital ticket on the DICE app, to be shown at the entrance to the Covo on New Year’s Eve
Buying online allows you to secure your spot before capacity is reached and get in faster on the night of the event.
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What is the HOVOC Card and why is it necessary?
The Covo Club is a cultural club reserved for members: to attend events, including New Year’s Eve, you need the HOVOC 25/26 membership card, which costs €5 and is valid for the entire club season. The annual membership card allows you to attend concerts and events from fall to spring without having to re-register each time.
- Complete information on HOVOC 25/26 membeship
- Pre-registration online (recommended for New Year’s Eve): Fill out the form here
- How it works:
- Fill out the pre-registration form online with your details and submit it.
- On the evening of December 31st, you show up at the Covo with your entrance ticket and complete the €5 membership fee (in cash at the cash desk on the ground floor or by card on the first floor).
- If you already have an active HOVOC card, just show it at the ticket office together with your ticket and you can enter directly.
Support independent music
The HOVOC Card is your ticket to the Covo Club, but it’s also something more: it’s a concrete way to support independent music, the bands that come to Casalone, and a scene that thrives thanks to the people who make it happen.
Where is the Covo Club located and what are its opening hours?
The Rock/Indie New Year’s Eve party in Bologna is held, as per tradition, at the Covo Club in Viale Zagabria, 1 (Casalone area).
The exact times (doors opening, concert start, DJ set start) are:
- Doors open: 11:00 PM
- Concert starts at 12:20 AM
- DJ Set Start: 12:00 AM
Quali sono orari e programma di Capodanno al Covo Club?
The exact times (doors opening, concert start, DJ set start) are:
- Doors open: 11:00 PM
- Concert starts at 12:20 AM
- DJ Set Start: 12:00 AM
How do I get to Covo Club on New Year's Eve, and is there parking?
By bike or on foot: From the Two Towers, head toward Via Zamboni, cross Porta San Donato, and take Via San Donato. Continue straight until you reach “Viale Zagabria” on the right. This route will take about 20 minutes.
By Bus: During weekend evenings there are new night lines (N3), to get around Bologna and the province throughout the night (with services every half hour!).
We are in Viale Zagabria, 1. Parking at Covo Club Viale Zagreb nearby is available, but limited.
Who will perform at Covo for New Year's Eve?
Can I reserve a table for the evening?
Tickets can be purchased at the door, but to ensure entry we recommend purchasing the live ticket, which includes access to the DJ Set.
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Make the most of our Early Bird Ticket deal
Tickets are available for pre-sale on DICE at €12.50 (+ delivery charge), but if you book early you can get an Early Bird ticket for €8 (+ delivery charge), valid until 00:00 on December 25th:
Same party, less expense, guaranteed entry.