Part of the new exclusive Napolike column that advises you all the free events in Naples for the weekend!
If you are looking for free events in Naples to spend the weekend of 9 and 10 May 2015, this is the article for you. There new and exclusive weekly Napolike column will always give you lots of suggestions on things to do at the weekend, suggesting interesting initiatives and unmissable appointments.
Ours is a city full of events, between international, shows, guided tours, feasts and much more and you don't necessarily have to pay a ticket to participate. In fact, it is possible to have fun or devote oneself to art and culture even with children free events, which in Naples abound and are equally interesting and engaging.
For the upcoming weekend there is plenty of choice as you can immerse yourself in Neapolitan music with the parking attendants of O Ghinnèss, discover the Brazilian traditions with Sambaccussì, take part in guided tours in the Science Museums or in the Metro dell'Arte, but also shop at the flea market.
You just have to decide!
Free events in Naples 9 and 10 May 2015
Sambaccussì
Una party in true Brazilian style the one that will be held at Castel Sant'Elmo at the weekend, a cultural event that will introduce us to the traditions of the South American country. We will learn to move steps of samba and we will attend the acrobatic dances of the capoeira. There will also be space for tastings of typical Brazilian cuisine, accompanied by some traditional Neapolitan dishes.
When:10 May 2015
Where: Castel Sant'Elmo, Vico S. Elmo 8
Schedule: from 17 am to 24 pm
For more details, the our dedicated article
O Ghinnèss
Hundreds of so-called musicians Neapolitan parking area they will perform on the streets of the historic center of Naples, trying to overcome the record of the previous years and be numerous. Guitarists, mandolin, singers, tammorra players, guarrattelle artists they will perform in classical songs and recite songs in "parlesia", an almost incomprehensible language. Saturday 9 May the group "Mastro Masiello Mandolino" will perform in via San Gregorio Armeno.
Where: via san gregorio armeno
Schedule: 11.00
Info: for all the details, article on O Ghinnèss
Spring at the Museum of Natural Sciences
Every weekend of May 2015 will be possible to visit the free Real Mineralogical and Zoological Museum, of Anthropology, Paleontology and Physics of the Museums Center of Natural and Physical Sciences of Naples. Among fossils, minerals, special equipment and unique photographs that will show the beauties of our planet, visitors will discover much of the secrets of nature!
When: every Saturday and Sunday
Where: Real Mineralogical Museum and Zoological Museums, of Anthropology, Paleontology and Physics of the Museums Center of Natural and Physical Sciences, via Mezzocannone 8 and largo San Marcellino 10
Schedule: 9:30 am - 13:30 am
Info: by reservation it is possible to request a guided tour of 30 minutes, subject to charges.
For all the details, Spring at the Museum
Show Andy Warhol
Al Vulcano Buono of Nola in 40 exhibition works by the American pop artist, from the famous portrait of Marilyn Monroe to Campbell's cans, passing through the covers of the Rolling Stones album. An exhibition in a shopping center, to show that even places not traditionally dedicated to art can become places of culture.
When: From April to 18 17 May 2015
Where: Vulcano Buono di Nola
Info: 081 5109197
For more information, Andy Warhol at the Volcano Buono
Guided visits to the excavations of Stabia
Free entry and free guided tours to the Stabia Archaeological Excavations, perhaps not known as those of Herculaneum and Pompeii, but equally interesting. Thanks to the experience of professional guides and the passion of young students, they will explore Roman villas and "domus" and you will participate in in-depth seminars. The seminar on 10 May 2015 will be on "Pliny: the story of the last days of Stabiae".
When: every Sunday in May
Where: Stabia Archaeological Excavations, via Archaeological Pass (Castellammare di Stabia)
Schedule: from 10.30 am to 13.00 pm
Info: Free Schettino 3337717054 | Simone Izzo 3204216584 | circolowoodwardia@hotmail.com
For the complete program, visits to the Stabia excavations
Guided tours Art Stations
Return visits to the Metro of the Art of Naples starting from 8 May 2015. On Friday, in fact, it will be possible to participate in the path within the Toledo station, called the most beautiful in Europe, looking through the eyes of world-famous artists such as William Kentridge, Shirin Neshat, Oliviero Toscani and Bob Wilson.
When: 8 May 2015
Where: Toledo and Montecalvario station
Schedule: 16.00
Price: free guided tour. You will only have to hold the travel document.
Info: infoarte@anm.it. Reservations required by Thursday 7 May.
The complete program inin-depth article
May books
An event dedicated to reading and literature, addressed above all to those who read a little to make them aware of reading. Throughout the month there will be numerous events, presentations and meetings. May 9 will be dedicated toOrlando Furioso and to the readings made by students of Neapolitan institutes. Anyone can attend and the Saturday appointment will take place at Castel Sant'Elmo with the reading of the first songs.
When: 9 May 2015
Where: Castel Sant'Elmo
Schedule: 9.30
Info: reading of the songs from n. 1 at n. 7
Details in thededicated article
Bourbon Royal Sites
At Castel dell'Ovo are exposed dozens of photos showing the main buildings and the palaces of the Bourbon family, present in Campania. From the Royal Palace and the Palazzo di Capodimonte in Naples to the Palace of Portici and the Royal Palace of Caserta, passing through the Palace of Portici, you can watch 22 shots made to promote tourism in these beautiful buildings.
Where: Halls of the Terraces of Castel dell'Ovo, via Eldorado 3
When: until May 17 2015
Timetables:
• 10.00-13.00 and 16.00-19.30 on weekdays
• 10.00-14.00 on holidays
Info: 3489103762 | segreteria@orangereevolution.org
To know more details, thearticle on the exhibition
Flea market in Agnano
Every Sunday, atRacecourse of Agnano, takes place the traditional flea market which until a few months ago was organized in the former racetrack area.
Many stands where you can find objects of all kinds, from the costume jewelry to used clothes, By lp wood carvings, passing through rare books and comics.
When: Every Sunday
Where: Racecourse of Agnano (Behind the Hippodrome car park, with access from the large outside square in front of it)
Schedule: 6:00 am - 14:00 am
Info: 338 2893936 or 327 1274175
For more information, article on flea market
Exhibition Market in the historic center
Inside the Church of San Biagio dei Librai, in via San Gregorio Armeno, an exclusive market exhibition will take place in which master craftsmen will exhibit their works. You will be able to admire products created with materials such as Crete e ceramic, but also made of crochet or tatting, interesting fabric paintings and jewels of high fashion jewelery.
When: until May 15 2015
Where: Domus Memini, at the church of San Biagio Maggiore, via San Gregorio Armeno 35 / 39
Timetables:
- From Monday to Saturday, from 10 to 19
- On Sundays, from 10 to 13
For more information, article on Show Market
Exhibition Paolo Sorrentino
A Capri a photographic exhibition dedicated to the film by Paolo Sorrentino, director Oscar Prize for the Great Beauty. Divided into three sections which, respectively, show the synthesis of some films, the backstage and night shots, the exhibition tells the artistic growth of Sorrentino.
When: from Thursday to Sunday until 14 June 2015
Schedule: from 10.00 14.00 to and from the 18.00 20.00
Where: Chapel of the Women at the Certosa di San Giacomo in Capri, via Certosa 1 (Capri)
For more details, the piece on the Paolo Sorrentino exhibition
