The most interesting free events in Naples during the weekend with painting, cultural visits, sfogliatella party and much more!
Do not miss the free events in Naples in weekend of the 20, 21 and 22 may 2016 with many cultural, leisure and gastronomic events.
After a long time, some gods will reopen most beautiful courtyards in the city with the free opening of 7 historic houses, while in Sant'Eligio there will be a nice competition of painting in the open air which will see many talented artists participate.
In the Villa Comunale there will be an exhibition of a young Neapolitan dedicated to the fight against homophobia with dozens of photographs taken in different gay prides. Those who prefer to devote themselves to food must absolutely go to the festa della sfogliatella in Piazza Garibaldi and maybe later go to the Vinopoli festival on the Lungomare.
Curious to find out what else awaits you this weekend in Naples with free events? Keep reading our article!
Cultural events
Open Courtyards
The courtyards of 7 Historical mansions of Naples will be open free to the public who will be able to admire their priceless beauties. For the occasion, you will also be able to meet some Neapolitan master craftsmen.
When: Saturday May 21 2016
Where: 7 Neapolitan historical houses
Our article for thelist of historic houses.
Show Human (P) right
A free exhibition at the Casina Pompeiana of Villa Comunale to raise awareness of the fight againstHomophobia. There will be 90 photos taken during the gay pride of Naples and Foggia that will also show heterosexuals who are committed to overcoming preconceptions.
When: until May 21 2016
Where: Casina Pompeiana, Villa Comunale
More info in the article on show Human (P) right.
Books and readings at Vomero
On the streets of the Vomero you can listen to different readings made by and students of the district and from various distinguished guests. Between interpretations of literary works, poems and minireading, it will be an opportunity to promote reading.
Where: Vomero district (Via Luca Giordano - Via Scarlatti - Piazza Vanvitelli - Piazza Fuga)
When: Friday May 20 2016
In our article the program of readings.
The Art at Sant'Eligio
New edition of the event that every year puts to the test dozens of artists who will paint and draw outdoors in the Sant'Eligio area. A way to enhance the old quarter and admire beautiful works of art.
Where: Via Duca di San Donato 73
When: Saturday May 21 2016
More details inarticle on Art in Sant'Eligio.
Food
Sfogliatella Fest
A fair dedicated to one of the most loved sweets by the Neapolitans that will take place in Piazza Garibaldi. There will also be important patisseries like Bellavia, Poppella and Carraturo and they will be able to taste many types of sfogliatelle, from the classic to the most imaginative ones.
When: from 20 to 22 May 2016
Schedule: from 10.00 am to 22.00 pm
More details in the article on Sfogliatella Fest.
Music
NapoliSona
Free concert in Piazza Dante with important artists like Enzo Avitabile, Edoardo Bennato, Giovanni Block and many others. Mayor De Magistris and an important member of parliament from the Spanish Podemos party will also be present.
When: 19 May 2016
Where: Piazza Dante
More info in the article on NapoliSona.
Scampia Music Fest
The reopening of the Villa Comunale di Scampia with a great free concert that will pay homage to Italian and international music. It will be fundamental as a moment of aggregation and an opportunity to revalue the neighborhood.
When: 20 and 21 may 2016
Where: Villa Comunale di Scampia, avenue of the Resistance
In our article the concert program.
May in Music
Classical sacred music, secular music and concerts that will pay homage to the Neapolitan classic song will be the protagonists of the Maggio in Musica. This weekend, concert by I Solisti del Mysterium Vocis will realize the concert-show, which they created, Salotto napoletano.
When: 21 May 2016
Where: Auditorium of the Missionary Fathers of San Vincenzo de 'Paoli, Via Vergini 51
In our article you can consult the complete program.
Other events
Collective pedaling
In the context of Naples Bike Festival a collective inaugural ride it will start from the Rione Sanità and will cross the whole city to arrive at the Mostra d'Oltremare, where a great flashmob will begin.
When: 20 May 2016
Where: Rione Sanità
The rest of the program in our dedicated article.
