Nuit Européenne des Musées 2026 in Rome: what to see and how to take part

Rome hosts a dense calendar of cultural activities organized by the Sovrintendenza Capitolina ai Beni Culturali: from 22 to 28 May 2026 there are extended openings, guided tours, book presentations and film screenings connected to current exhibitions. Below is a practical guide to the main events and participation details.

Main events (selection)

• Night of Museums – Saturday 23 May, extended hours from 20:00 to 02:00: civic museums and cultural venues open with live performances and special programs.
• Museo di Roma at Palazzo Braschi
  • Wednesday 27 May, 17:00 – Books at the Museum: presentation of Questa è una bella istoria. Il processo alla badessa di Castro, with scholars and philologists (free entry in Sala Tenerani until seats run out).
  • Thursday 28 May, 16:30 – Roma Racconta…: conference on production and public power in central Italy (discussion with historians and archaeologists).
• Museo di Roma in Trastevere – Thursday 28 May, 17:00: The Words of Women Writers series, session on Rosa Luxemburg (free entry in the Multimedia Hall, reservation recommended by phone).
• Casa del Cinema – film series linked to the exhibition Lanterne magiche. Photographs from the Valerio De Paolis collection (exhibition on view until 6 September 2026): screenings include I, Daniel Blake (Friday 22 May, 17:30) and The Iron Lady (Monday 25 May, 20:00). Tickets available at the box office or online.
• Passeggiate Romane
  • Friday 22 May, 10:00 – visit to Porta Pia and the Historical Museum of the Bersaglieri (reservation required; activity not suitable for visitors with mobility issues).
  • Tuesday 26 May, 10:00 – urban itinerary exploring Street Art in Garbatella (reservation required).
• Museo della Repubblica Romana and Garibaldian Memory – Saturday 23 May: 11:00 itinerary on the Gianicolo with the traditional cannon firing and a 16:00 book presentation on the Crispi family.
• aMICi – guided visits for Roma MIC Card holders – Sunday 24 May, 11:00: guided tour of the exhibition Lungo le Strade Blu. Along the Blue Highways led by director and photographer Francesco Conversano (reservation required).

Practical information

Program period: 22–28 May 2026. For the Night of Museums many venues will be open in the evening from 20:00 to 02:00; check specific opening times for each site.

Tickets and reservations: some events have free admission until capacity is reached; others require mandatory or recommended bookings (contact numbers and details are provided in each venue's program). Film and performance tickets can be purchased at the box office or through official online channels.

Accessibility: some activities are not suitable for visitors with mobility limitations: check the notices for each visit and book in advance due to limited places.

Visitor tips

• Check the updated schedules of Rome's civic museums for any changes.
• Book events with limited capacity in advance to secure a place.
• Use guided tours and editorial cycles to deepen your understanding of the exhibitions on display.

This summary highlights the main initiatives in Rome for the Nuit Européenne des Musées 2026 and related programming during the week of 22–28 May. For the latest details consult the official channels of the participating cultural institutions.