Graduation parties in Bologna: where to celebrate in the university area

In Bologna, graduation is celebrated in the streets and at the table, with friends and a toast that starts early and ends late. It’s a ritual of the oldest university city in the Western world — and the university area is its natural stage.

Why the university area

Between Via Petroni, Piazza Verdi and the streets leading to the Two Towers sits the heart of student life in Bologna. This is where, after the proclamation, everyone gathers: close to the faculties, in a lively neighbourhood with accessible prices. The location is perfect for out-of-towners too, a few minutes’ walk from the historic centre.

What to plan for a graduation party

A good group party is built on a few things done well:

• A reserved table or room, so the group stays together.
• A welcome drink to greet everyone.
• Shot trays and pitchers (spritz, beer) for the table: practical and fun.
• An agreed package based on the number of guests, duration and budget.

The rest — laurel wreath, chants, photos — the friends bring.

When to book

During graduation season the tables fill up. It’s worth moving one or two weeks ahead: just give the date, time and rough number of guests to hold the space.

Graduation parties at Jimmy

At Jimmy Cocktail Lab, on Via Petroni 32/c, we have an air-conditioned indoor room with exposed brick, bookable for groups, four minutes from the Two Towers. We’ll build the right package with you — welcome drink, shots, pitchers — and take care of the rest. You just invite the friends.

Want to plan yours? Find everything on our dedicated graduation parties page and send us the date on WhatsApp.