Venice Biennale Art 2026: essential guide to the Italian Pavilion and

Venice Biennale Art 2026: essential guide to the Italian Pavilion and practical tips

The Italian Pavilion at the Venice Biennale Art 2026 features Chiara Camoni's project Con te con tutto, curated by Cecilia Canziani. The installation focuses on themes of sharing, transformation and material reuse, employing industrial scraps and recycled plastics to depict contemporary landscapes and temporal dialogues between new and existing works.

What to see at the Pavilion

• First room: a dimly lit space dominated by large ceramic statues evoking ancestral deities, creating a contemplative atmosphere.
• Second room: a bright area showcasing female terracotta figures and the "Dialogues", curated by Fiammetta Griccioli and Lucia Aspesi, linking Camoni's work with historical artists such as Melotti, Martini and Merz.
• New commissions: site-specific pieces including Canti fossili by Annamaria Ajmone and Che cosa resta by Alice Rohrwacher.
• The Piazza and the Garden: central spaces designed as meeting points where different times and voices converge.
• Public Program: organized by Angelika Burtscher and Daniele Lupo (Lungomare), featuring events that explore the voice as a tool for transformation and dissent.

Practical tips for your visit

To make the most of your day at the Biennale, plan ahead. Practical recommendations:

• Buy tickets in advance: time slots can sell out; online tickets reduce waiting times and let you choose visiting windows.
• Allow time for national pavilions: besides the Italian Pavilion, national pavilions and collateral shows each deserve at least a couple of hours.
• Travel calmly: use vaporetto or public boats to reach the site and allow time for transit between pavilions.
• Check the program: the Public Program includes performances, talks and readings; confirm dates and times to avoid missing special events.
• Comfort and respect: wear comfortable shoes, bring water, avoid eating in galleries and follow signage regarding distance from artworks.

Why it’s worth visiting

The Italian Pavilion 2026 juxtaposes traditional practices like ceramics and terracotta with contemporary reuse strategies, offering perspectives on the present through diverse materials and voices. The mix of historical references and new commissions makes the visit rewarding for both art enthusiasts and visitors seeking an approachable entry into contemporary art.

Author: Paola Menaldo