7 Musical events to lift your Holiday spirits

Christmas and the Holidays are just around the corner! If you're looking for the perfect way to immerse yourself in the magical spirit of this season, what could be better than concerts, ballets, and shows that warm the heart and light up the festive atmosphere?

• Harlem Gospel Choir at Teatro Duse

Get ready for an explosion of joy, energy, and spirituality with the arrival of the acclaimed Harlem Gospel Choir at the Teatro Duse . This concert has become a cornerstone of Christmas celebrations, offering audiences a vibrant and deeply engaging experience. The choir, renowned worldwide for its powerful voices and incredible emotional intensity, performs traditional gospel and Christmas songs with a unique style that touches the heart and makes your foot tap. Let yourself be carried away on a musical journey that celebrates hope, faith, and community—perfect for warming the atmosphere and embracing the true festive spirit . The date with the Harlem Gospel Choir is set for 18 December 2025 at 9:00 PM .

• Christmas Concert – Basilica di San Petronio

For those who wish to experience the Christmas atmosphere in its most intimate and traditional form, the Christmas Concert in the majestic Basilica di San Petronio is an unmissable event. This moment combines the spirituality and solemnity of the venue with the excellence of sacred and festive music. The unique setting of the Basilica gives the concert unmatched acoustics and emotion, offering the audience a moment of reflection and elevated celebration. Listening to traditional Christmas pieces and classical repertoire in this historical and spiritual setting is a deeply moving experience, perfect for fully immersing yourself in the true meaning of the Holidays. The event takes place on 20 December 2025 at 9:00 PM and is free entry until all seats are taken.

• Stenz Conducts Tchaikovsky – Teatro Comunale di Bologna

The Teatro Comunale di Bologna celebrates the close of 2025 with a prestigious musical event for classical music lovers: a traditional New Year’s Eve Concert taking place on 31 December 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Teatro Auditorium Manzoni. The Orchestra and Chorus of the Teatro Comunale, conducted by Maestro Markus Stenz, present a symphonic concert featuring the great works of Tchaikovsky . The event includes the performance of a new commissioned composition by Panfili , but the highlight of the evening is the celebration with the majestic Symphony No. 9 by Ludwig van Beethoven . The performance of this symphony, with the famous Ode to Joy, is the perfect way to bid farewell to the closing year, offering Bologna’s audience an elevated musical experience rich in emotional power and universal meaning.

• A Magical Christmas with Carolina – Teatro Celebrazioni

An unmissable event for children and their families! YouTube and TV star for kids, Carolina Benvenga, returns to the theater with a show entirely dedicated to the joy and magic of Christmas: “Un magico Natale con Carolina”. Music, fun, and a festive atmosphere engage children, giving them a special memory of the Holidays. The show immerses children in a joyful environment, celebrating friendship, joy, and the true spirit of Christmas through musical performances, sparkling choreography, and a colorful, engaging staging. It will be a special occasion to sing and dance together, led by Carolina’s unmistakable energy, turning the theater into a place of pure Christmas magic. The appointment in Bologna is set for 6 January 2026 at the Teatro Celebrazioni with two performances (3:00 PM and 6:00 PM), concluding the holiday season in style.