New Year's Eve in Jesolo 2026/27: Programme, Drones & Fireworks

In short: Jesolo celebrates the turn of the year 2026/27 with two days of programme on Piazza Kennedy in the historic centre, Jesolo Paese, with free admission. On Thursday 31 December 2026 the party starts at 10 pm with presenters and DJs from Radio Piterpan and Radio Bellla & Monella, followed by the midnight countdown and fireworks. On Friday 1 January 2027 music and entertainment continue from 4 pm. A show with 800 illuminated drones is announced as the highlight. On which of the two days and at what time it flies has not been communicated by the city so far. All details are listed below with their status.

The programme at a glance

New Year’s Eve in Jesolo 2026/27 — programme on Piazza Kennedy
Day	Start	What	Status
Thursday 31 December 2026	10 pm	Presenters and DJs of Radio Piterpan and Radio Bellla & Monella up to the midnight countdown, then fireworks	Announced by the city
Friday 1 January 2027	4 pm	Second day with music and entertainment	Announced by the city
Drone show with 800 drones	Time open	Announced as the central event; day and time not stated	Open
Admission	—	Free on both days	Announced by the city

The organiser is the City of Jesolo together with the two radio stations. Further stage acts, such as live performers, are not officially confirmed as far as we know (1 November 2026).

The drone show: what is known and what is not

For the turn of the year the city announces a choreography with 800 illuminated drones drawing figures and images in the sky over Jesolo. A drone show of this size is so far unusual for Jesolo. What is open is on which day it takes place: media reports and event portals give different times, and the official announcement does not commit. So do not plan around the drones alone but around the whole evening, and check the current programme shortly before your trip. We will add the date here as soon as the city names it.

Where exactly: Piazza Kennedy in Jesolo Paese

Piazza Kennedy is the large market square of Jesolo Paese, the historic centre inland, not on the beach. The Ice Nativity on Piazza I Maggio is in the same district. If you stay in Lido di Jesolo, where the Christmas village and the Sand Nativity are, you travel a few kilometres into the town centre for the party. Plan the journey there and back on New Year’s Eve in advance, ideally with a sober driver or a taxi; as far as we know the city has not yet published timetables or traffic rules for the night.

Combining New Year’s Eve with the Christmas programme

The Christmas attractions run beyond the turn of the year. The Ice Nativity on Piazza I Maggio is open daily from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm from 24 December to 6 January, so also on 31 December and 1 January, and lies in the same district as Piazza Kennedy. The Sand Nativity on Piazza Brescia is open daily from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm in the same period. The Christmas village runs until 6 January; its hours on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day have not been published yet. All dates and places: Jesolo Christmas Market 2026/27.

Getting there and where to stay

The routes to Jesolo by car, train and plane are on Getting to the Adriatic resorts near Venice. For the turn of the year: if you want to stay close to Piazza Kennedy, book early. In winter many hotels and restaurants in Jesolo are closed, so check opening and New Year’s offers directly with the business. Overview and hotel pages: Accommodation.

For comparison: New Year’s Eve 2025/26

Last year the party started on 31 December at 9:30 pm with a live act, then the DJs of the two radio stations took over, with fireworks at midnight. On 1 January it continued from 4 pm with a DJ set. The 2026/27 schedule follows a similar pattern but adds the drone show. Last year’s programme is no indication of the acts in 2026/27.

Is New Year’s Eve in Jesolo right for you?

New Year’s Eve in Jesolo — does it suit you?
Visitor type	Fit	Note
Couples and groups of friends who want to celebrate outdoors	Good	Free open-air party with music, countdown and fireworks; dress warmly
Families with children	With reservations	Start only at 10 pm; 1 January from 4 pm suits children better; drone day still open
Drone show fans	With reservations	Day and time not confirmed; check before travelling
Those seeking quiet	Rather unsuitable	Large crowd in the town centre, loud music into the night
Visitors from Venice or the surrounding area	Limited	Clarify the return journey after midnight in advance; public connections on New Year’s Eve not documented

Frequently asked questions about New Year’s Eve in Jesolo 2026/27

Where is New Year’s Eve celebrated in Jesolo?

On Piazza Kennedy in Jesolo Paese, the historic centre. Admission is free on both days.

When does the New Year’s Eve party in Jesolo start?

On Thursday 31 December 2026 at 10 pm. The countdown and fireworks follow at midnight. On Friday 1 January 2027 the programme continues from 4 pm.

When does the drone show fly in Jesolo?

A show with 800 drones is announced. As of 1 November 2026 the city has not named the day or time. We will add the date once it is confirmed.

Are there fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Jesolo?

Yes. The city announces fireworks at midnight for the turn of the year.

Does the New Year’s Eve party in Jesolo cost admission?

No. The City of Jesolo states that admission is free on both days. You pay for food and drinks yourself.

Are the Ice and Sand Nativity open on New Year’s Eve?

Yes. Both are open daily from 9:30 am to 7:30 pm from 24 December to 6 January, so also on 31 December and 1 January. Admission is free.

New Year’s Eve in Jesolo 2026/27: Programme, Drone Show & Fireworks on Piazza Kennedy