For one week, Rome becomes a major meeting point for contemporary art, with exhibitions, openings, performances, talks, and artist studio visits taking place across different neighborhoods of the city. Rome Art Week offers the chance to discover both established galleries and spaces, as well as emerging artists and independent initiatives, creating an alternative itinerary through Rome’s contemporary art scene.
PROGRAMME
19 October
* Exhibition openings
* Gallery events
* Art projects and visits
20–23 October
* Exhibitions
* Openings
* Artist studio visits
* Talks
* Photography and contemporary art projects
24 October
* Exhibitions and open studios
* Gallery events
* Meetings with artists and curators
25 October
* Final exhibitions and events
* Closing appointments
The 2026 calendar already includes exhibitions such as Le Muse Giocose di Tommy, Fuori dai Radar, PATHOS and Objective: fotografia, ricerca e memoria, among many others.
USEFUL INFORMATION
📍 Galleries, studios and cultural venues throughout Rome
🎟️ Many events are free, while some require an invitation or reservation.
🎨 The programme is organised by day, exhibition, open studio and event.
Check out more plans on Eventland.
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