Sale Meeting Hotel Maria Luigia

Palace hotel Maria Luigia

An elegant 4-star hotel just a stone's throw from the historic centre, the hotel has classic furnishings with marble floors and paintings on the walls [...]

17.000 m2 entire exhibition area
4.000 m2 plenary area
4.000 seats
400 m2 stage area
24 m plenary height

Four Points Flex by Sheraton Parma

The Four Points Flex by Sheraton Parma is nestled in the peaceful countryside of Parma, just minutes from the city's charming historic center. Thanks to [...]

250 seats

Bedonia Episcopal Seminary halls

The Bedonia Episcopal Seminary features rooms for conferences, seminars, cultural gatherings, and study days.The facility also includes exhibition spaces for temporary displays, a room suitable [...]

1000 seats
Sale meeting Century Hotel (3)

Century hotel

Elegant 3-star Superior property, located about a five-minute walk from the historic center and very close to the train station. It has 53 rooms and [...]

40 seats

Dado Hotel International

The 4-star hotel is located in a quiet residential area of Parma.It is close to the A1 Motorway, a 5-minute drive from the historic center [...]

35 seats
Sale meeting Circolo di lettura parma (3)

Reading and conversation Club

The Reading and Conversation Club is located in the historic center of Parma, inside the Palazzo della Riserva. Since 1866, it has been home to [...]

150 seats
Sale Meeting NH Parma (4)

NH Hotel group

The NH Parma hotel is part of a gleaming new complex designed by renowned Spanish architect, Oriol Bohigas. Hotel 4* is located in close proximity [...]

200 seats
Sala Venus Hotel LINK 124

Link 124

A few steps from the Parma motorway exit, the 4-star hotel welcomes its guests with a modern and sophisticated design.

220 seats
Grand Hotel de la Ville Sala Aida

Grand Hotel de la Ville

The Grand Hotel de la Ville in Parma, a 5-star hotel a stone's throw from the historic center, has 110 rooms, a conference center that [...]

200 seats
Starhotels Du Parc Verdi Meeting Room

Starhotel du Parc

The Starhotels Du Parc is an elegant hotel with precious Art Nouveau interiors, located next to the Ducal Park and a stone's throw from the [...]

Sale meeting La Feriatella, ph. Palazzo Dalla Rosa Prati

Villa La Feriatella

Immersed in the Parma countryside, just ten minutes by car from the heart of the city. Available in three fascinating rooms, bathed in natural light [...]

200 m2 entire exhibition area
75 seats
Sale meeting Holiday Inn Express Parma, ph. Holiday Inn Express Parma

Holiday Inn Express

The 3-star hotel is located in a strategic position near the Parma city motorway exit and the northern ring road that connects the main poles [...]

35 seats
Sale meeting Grand Hotel Parma - Sala Teatro Regio

Grand Hotel of Parma

In the heart of Parma and surrounded by a lush garden, the 5-star Grand Hotel in Parma comes to life. A place where the ancient [...]

150 seats

PalaVerdi Parma convention center

A refined multifunctional structure capable of hosting shows, conventions, congresses and gala dinners thanks to its scenic features. The modularity of the space and the [...]

17.000 m2 entire exhibition area
4.000 m2 plenary area
4.000 seats
400 m2 stage area
24 m plenary height
Sale meeting Hotel San Marco Formula & Club

Hotel San Marco & Formula Club

The Hotel is an elegant and functional four-star hotel, an ideal location for conferences and meetings, in fact there are 6 meeting rooms, the largest [...]

17.000 m2 entire exhibition area
4.000 m2 plenary area
4.000 seats
400 m2 stage area
24 m plenary height
Sale meeting Hotel Best western Farnese Parma (3)

Best Western Hotel Farnese

The 4-star hotel, a pillar of the city's history, is a renowned hotel where modernity and tradition blend with elegance and passion.Its elegant hall with [...]

17.000 m2 entire exhibition area
4.000 m2 plenary area
100 seats
400 m2 stage area
24 m plenary height
Laboratorio Aperto Complesso di San Paolo, ph. Archivio Comune di Parma

Laboratorio Aperto Complesso di San Paolo

The profound redevelopment and valorisation intervention of the monumental complex of San Paolo has been underway since 2015 and, following the conclusion of the works, [...]

100 seats
Sale meeting Hotel Parma & Congressi

Hotel Parma & Congressi

The Hotel Parma & Congressi is a 4-star hotel located in the west of Parma, about 2 km from the A15 Parma Ovest exit, 8.3 [...]

450 seats
Fondazione Magnani Rocca

Magnani Rocca Foundation

The museum headquarters of the Magnani Rocca Foundation in the villa of Corte di Mamiano di Traversetolo houses the prestigious collection of Luigi Magnani (1906-1984), [...]

350 seats
Palazzo del Governatore, ph. Archivio Comune di Parma

Governor’s Palace

Located on the northern side of Piazza Garibaldi, it unites, in the long façade of classical lines, two buildings of thirteenth-century origins. The Baroque tower, [...]

230 seats
24 m plenary height
Meeting Novotel Parma, ph. Novotel Parma centro

Novotel

Modern and elegant 4-star hotel located 150 meters from the train station and the historic center.Inside, there is a fitness area, a seasonal outdoor swimming [...]

250 seats
Fontanellato, Labirinto della Masone, ph. Labirinto della Masone

Labirinto della Masone

It is the largest labyrinth in Europe. conceived by the publisher, bibliophile, designer and collector Franco Maria Ricci and inaugurated in May 2015.The event spaces [...]

2000 m2 entire exhibition area
250 seats
Meeting APE Parma Museo, ph. APE Parma Museo

APE Parma Museum

Opened in June 2018, after a careful two-year conservative restoration, APE Parma Museo, thanks to its large museum spaces spread over two floors, the elegant [...]

1000 m2 entire exhibition area
90 seats
Paganini Congressi

Paganini congressi. Events & conference factory

Paganini Congressi is the operating brand of the Paganini Consortium, founded in January 2015 on the initiative of the two main musical institutions of the [...]

780 seats
Teatro Regio, ph. Archivio Teatro Regio

Regio Theatre – Fondazione Teatro Regio di Parma

The Teatro Regio, in addition to being one of the most renowned temples of opera music, also offers the possibility of hosting conferences, meetings and [...]

1092 seats
Sala concerti La Casa della Musica - ph. La Casa della Musica

House of Music

The Casa della Musica Sector is equipped with rooms that can be used for multiple functions ranging from music production to the organization of conferences/meetings, [...]

200 seats

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Experience the music scene in Parma

10-24-2025

Parma is a city that never stops playing. From the prestigious stages of the Teatro Regio to live music in the cafés, every corner offers a different way to experience music. If you’re planning a trip, don’t just visit: listen.

Parma, the city that plays music between history and modernity
City of Verdi and Toscanini, Parma is one of Italy’s music capitals. Not only for its opera and historic theaters, but also for its vibrant contemporary scene, jazz festivals, and club nights.
Spending a few days in Parma is the perfect opportunity for tourists who want to experience the city with all their senses, to see art, taste local specialties, and enjoy its music.

Where to Listen to classical music in Parma

The heart of classical music beats in the majestic Teatro Regio, a symbol of the city’s opera tradition. In the fall of 2025 continues the opera productions and symphony concerts of the season, which attract enthusiasts from around the world.
Opera, symphony, ballet, but also modern performances and concerts of all kinds.
See the Teatro Regio’s programs: https://www.teatroregioparma.it/en/homepage/
and hosted performances: https://parmawelcome.it/en/event/tutti-a-teatro-2025/

Another temple of music is the Paganini Auditorium, designed by Renzo Piano: home to the Arturo Toscanini Philharmonic, which celebrates its 50th anniversary. Its new season features great conductors and classical and modern symphonic repertoire.
Discover the program: https://www.fondazionetoscanini.it/50-stagione-di-concerti-2025-2026/

Located in a beautiful little square near Piazza Duomo, the Casa della Musica houses the Opera Museum (with free entry) and hosts the seasons of the Società dei Concerti and the Traiettorie series, dedicated to contemporary music. From October to November 2025, international ensembles and soloists will fill the halls with experimental and refined sounds, but that’s not all. Palazzo Cusani, its home, is the venue for numerous musical events for all ages and tastes, often free of charge.

The Arrigo Boito Conservatory organizes free concerts with its students and teachers at the Auditorium del Carmine, in the historic center, a beautiful deconsecrated church transformed into an event venue.

Jazz Festivals and Concerts: Parma in a Modern Light
Among Parma’s most beloved musical events is the ParmaJazz Frontiere Festival, which brings each fall historic venues and alternative spaces to life. The 2025 edition will bring new international collaborations, jam sessions, and concerts to various venues in the city center.
This festival is the creative face of Parma: a city that loves to innovate, blending jazz, electronic music, and visual performance.
After an afternoon exploring museums and monuments, a ParmaJazz concert is the perfect way to end the day with rhythm and atmosphere.

Unique Musical Experiences: Between Art and Evocation

Music in Parma isn’t limited to theaters. Starting in October 2025, “Music at the Museum” will resume at the Glauco Lombardi Museum, a festival that combines art and 19th-century melodies in an intimate and evocative setting.

Music and Words in Historic Locations

The Teatro Farnese—a 17th-century wooden masterpiece— hosts events as Parma jazz Frontiere and Paganini guitar festival. In June, don’t miss the Festival Farnese, featuring early music concerts performed by internationally renowned musicians.

These initiatives showcase Parma’s ability to blend past and present, culture and lightheartedness, offering tourists truly original events.

Nightlife and Live Music in Parma’s Clubs

In the evening, the music changes pace. In the Oltretorrente neighborhoods and around the university, bars and clubs host live concerts, swing evenings, and jam sessions.
Venues like the Circolo Arci Giovane Italia or the Caffetteria La Pulcinella offer events with local bands, acoustic jazz, or singer-songwriters. It’s the most spontaneous and convivial side of the city, perfect for those who want to experience authentic Parma life.
In the monumental area, two other venues offer live music evenings: Borgo Santa Brigida, a venue in the heart of the historic center that hosts various entertainment events, accompanied by wines and dishes. Also BDC Colonne 28, deconsecrated church in the historic center of Parma, now a venue hosting exhibitions, events and live performances.

Another peculiar venue for live music is Casinetto Petitot, located at the center of the Martiri della Libertà and Partigiani d’Italia avenues, directly across from the Ennio Tardini stadium. It offers live music on select evenings. For information: mindformusic.it

In the historical center there is also Bequadro Restaurant&Sound, the restaurant that offers a refined menu of signature Italian cuisine, with some typical local cuisine proposals and professional musicians who perform every night, creating an unforgettable atmosphere and attention to the smallest details.

If you’re lucky, you might be in town when free concerts are held in the city center’s most beautiful churches, which aren’t part of specific seasons.

To find out about musical events, you can visit the website at https://parmawelcome.it/en/event/ and filter by music category. Or, if you’re already in Parma, download the Parma Welcome app and search the calendar for an event that inspires you.

For information: IAT R Parma Welcome, Strada Garibaldi 18, Parma, tel. +39 0521218889 – turismo@comune.parma.it

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