Exhibitions in Rome — weekend 16-17 May 2026

The weekend of 16–17 May 2026 features several museum events in Rome: show extensions, evening openings and free admission options for residents. Below is a concise guide with practical details on venues, dates and costs.

• It’s Happening Again — Adrian Tranquilli (Palazzo Braschi)
  Where: Museo di Roma, Palazzo Braschi, Piazza San Pantaleo 10.
  When: on view until 24 May 2026.
  Cost: free for Rome residents with ID; ticketed for others.
  How to get there: bus 40, 46, 62, 64; tram 8.

• Le fiabe sono vere — MUCIV (Museum of Civilizations)
  Where: Palazzo delle Arti e Tradizioni Popolari, Piazza Guglielmo Marconi 8, EUR.
  When: extended until 24 May 2026.
  Cost: included with museum admission.
  How to get there: Metro B (EUR Fermi / EUR Palasport).

• Robert Doisneau — Museo del Genio
  Where: Lungotevere della Vittoria 31.
  When: running until 19 July 2026; weekend opening hours extended to 20:00.
  Cost: full €15, reduced €13.
  How to get there: bus 23, 271, 280, 628, 913.

• Hervé Gloaguen — Museo di Roma in Trastevere
  Where: Piazza di Sant'Egidio 1b.
  When: on view until 6 September 2026.
  Cost: free for residents with ID; paid for others.
  How to get there: bus 8, 23, 44, 75, 280.

• MAXXI — new additions to the permanent collection
  Where: Via Guido Reni 4a.
  When: permanent collection updated; visit according to museum opening hours.
  Cost: paid admission.

Last days and practical advice

Note deadlines: the photography exhibition Pets: Storie di un amore incondizionato closes on 19 May 2026, with 17 May marked as the last day for certain special activities. Civic museums remain free for metropolitan residents throughout 2026.

Practical tips:

• Carry an identity document to prove residency for free admission.
• Check museum websites for updated hours or booking requirements.
• Confirm evening opening times, especially for exhibitions with extended weekend hours.