5 tips on New Year's Eve in Sardinia

New Year's Eve in Sardinia is a special time. Celebrating the departure of the old year and the arrival of a new one, drawing up a list of good intentions by looking at the sea, attending concerts and parties with our loved ones, are all things that have a special charm on this magical island. You can also use the opportunity to spend a carefree time in one of our villas for rent for New Year's Eve in Sardinia.

Various Sardinian towns usually offer a rich calendar dotted with events, comparable to that of the most important Italian cities. It includes international stars’ concerts, cultural events, food and wine tastings, and much more. The cities of Sardinia that usually have a great program for New Year's Eve are the ones with a double soul; cosmopolitan and traditional. They also have a strong tourist identity: Cagliari, Sassari, Alghero, Olbia, Castelsardo.

The lively Sardinian capital has for some years been providing various itinerant events, which take place along the main squares and the shopping and nightlife streets. From Piazza Yenne to Piazzetta Savoia, which host internationally renowned artists, and smaller concerts by local artists and DJ sets, continuing along via Manno and via Roma. In Cagliari you can enjoy the festive and carefree atmosphere of seaside towns. Even the streets and alleys of the Marina and Castello districts are teeming with life and quality entertainment for all tastes. Walking through the ancient streets, dotted with Pisan towers, magnificent cathedrals and imposing bastions during this festive time is truly suggestive. Especially after dark when everything is more romantic.

Spending a few days in Cagliari allows you to set out to discover the wonderful south of Sardinia, which even in winter offers dreamlike views and exotic sceneries.

Sassari is the second city in Sardinia in terms of size and importance, and the political, cultural and administrative heart of the north of the island. It usually hosts several amazing events for New Year's Eve. Recently, the main events took place in the "city's lounge"; the sumptuous Piazza d'Italia, an architectural gem that houses several important historic buildings - including the neoclassical Palazzo della Provincia and the neo-Gothic Palazzo Giordano -. Concerts by various national and international artists followed one another in this setting, cheering the countdowns of thousands of spectators and fans who came from all over the island and overseas. Even in the nearby Piazza Castello and in the narrow streets of the oldtown, between Piazza Tola, Piazza Santa Caterina and side alleys, up to the Town Hall square and the nearby San Nicola Cathedral you can attend traveling shows, jazz concerts, theater and other events.

The Cap d'Any, as the New Year's Eve in Alghero is called in Catalan, is always generous with unique shows. In the magical setting of one of the most characteristic and well-preserved oldtowns in the entire Mediterranean, a long series of musical events take place throughout the month of December. The climax is represented by the concert on December 31st; great shows of national and international stars. The main events are flanked by theatrical events, Catalan and Christmas concerts and itinerant events. It is advisable to spend at least a whole week in town, to better savor its culture and traditions and to fully taste the typical dishes of Catalan cuisine of this particular period, in the restaurants and bistros scattered throughout the historic center. Finally, toasting all together to new year on the seafront.

The most important city of northeastern Sardinia usually hosts a free big concert. Over the years, various stars of the international music scene have followed one another on the Gallura stages. This maxi event is usually accompanied by a whole series of minor events and concerts. They take place in the beautiful recently restored promenade, in Piazza Elena di Gallura and the streets of nightlife such as Corso Umberto and Molo Brin, close to the large and kaleidoscopic city wheel. Spending the New Year's Eve in Olbia can be an opportunity to visit this wonderful area, which holds incomparable naturalistic jewels, which are worth admiring even in winter.

The smallest town mentioned in this article could also be the most peculiar; Castelsardo is a romantic fishing village with a typically Ligurian layout and architecture, located in the historic Anglona region. Today it is one of the main tourist destinations in Sardinia, with a wonderful medieval center and a castle perched on a promontory overlooking the sea; a pearl of the Asinara Gulf. Castelsardo is rich in ancient traditions, to be discovered by spending here your New Year's Eve. The annual maxi concert of an Italian international star takes place in Piazza Panedda, starting the countdown to midnight. The performance is usually preceded by local bands and amazing fireworks display, with the castle’s silhouette in the background. Anyone wishing to get to know this special territory can extend their stay, visiting its scenic and cultural attractions and turning the New Year’s celebrations into a holiday in Sardinia.

For more information and advice on holiday homes and villas for rent in Sardinia for New Year's Eve, contact our expert Booking Managers. We are at your disposal.

Attention! Before booking a stay in any of the above-named cities and surroundings, it is advisable to check the situation and confirm that the events are actually taking place, also assessing potential negative aspects and risks. We recommend that you view the confirmed holiday calendar on the institutional website of the various municipalities and on other official channels, or by contacting the relevant municipal offices, departments and “prolocos” directly. This is due to possible extraordinary restrictions and limitations on travel and movement and the carrying out of events, imposed due to the pandemic, which could also be in force for New Year 2022.