11 free events in Naples for the weekend from 20 to 22 November 2015

The interesting and fun free events in Naples for the weekend, including cinema, games, exhibitions, visits and concerts!

Over the weekend of November 20th to 22nd 2015, there will be many free events in Naples that will allow you to spend a pleasant weekend without having to open your wallet.

The short film festival will showcase interesting works by established and emerging directors, while at the Festival at the Academy of Fine Arts, you can meet The Jackal and director Alessandro Rak, creator of the beautiful "The Art of Happiness."

Chamber music enthusiasts won't want to miss the free concerts in the beautiful Vasari Chapel, while those who prefer archaeology can immerse themselves in the ancient Rione Terra of Pozzuoli, recently renovated.

The events don't end here, and to discover them all you need to do is read our advice on free events in Naples for the weekend.

Cultural events

'O Curt Festival

The Institut Français de Napoli, the Instituto Cervantes, and the PAN | Palazzo delle Arti Napoli will host the "O Curt" festival. Thirty-minute short films will be screened , covering a variety of topics, including work by emerging Italian and international directors.

When: from the 18 21 2015 November
Where: Institut Français of Naples | Instituto Cervantes and the PAN | Palace of the Arts Naples
More info in thearticle about 'O Curt.

Film festival of the Academy of Fine Arts

The Academy of Fine Arts Film Festival is a festival dedicated to cinema and culture, featuring numerous screenings and meetings with leading figures from the film world . Some of the highlights will include Alessandro Rak, director of the film "The Art of Happiness," set in Naples, and The Jackal, who will meet with fans.

When: from the 18 20 2015 November
Where: Teatro Niccolini at the Academy of Fine Arts in Naples, via Santa Maria di Costantinopoli
Our article for the detailed plan.

Guided tours to the Rione Terra

Fascinating guided tours of the ancient Rione Terra of Pozzuoli , reopened to the public some time ago with the opportunity to admire the Roman foundations and the splendid Duomo , which was a temple of which the imposing columns are still visible.

When: from 25 October 2015 to 18 January 2016, every weekend (Saturday and Sunday)
Where: archaeological area of ​​the Rione Terra
Further details in thea.rticolo on the Rione Terra

Backlight 1991-2014

In the church of Santa Maria La Nova, dozens of photographs and hundreds of images will be on display, representing the history of the last 20 years of Naples . The funeral of Pino Daniele, the fire at the Città della Scienza, and many other important events for our city, will be showcased in a very interesting exhibition.

When: until 7 January 2016
Where: Cloister of Santa Maria La Nova, Piazza Santa Maria la Nova 44
More details inarticle on the exhibition.

Music

Concerts at the Chapel of Vasari

The Chamber Music Festival will take place in the evocative Vasari Chapel in the Church of Sant'Anna dei Lombardi , featuring a series of free concerts. The program will feature a classical repertoire spanning the 700th to 20th centuries. On Friday the 900th, the "Trio Bucarest" will perform: Mariana Muresanu, violin; Ilie Ionescu, cello; and Alessandra Bruker, piano.

When: from the 20 and 26 November and 4 and 11 December 2015
Where: Monumental Complex of S.Anna dei Lombardi, Piazza Monteoliveto 4
For details on timetables and the complete program, thearticle on the Festival.

Other events

Feast of the tree

The Botanical Garden will host numerous activities to raise awareness about protecting urban green spaces, focusing on wood. This event is also suitable for children, with a journey through the garden's trees and many other events, including flash mobs , woodland hunts , flower and plant markets , crafts, art, and exhibitions.

When: from the 20 22 2015 November
Where: Botanical Garden, via Foria 223
Our article for the complete program of events.

The Art of Happiness

The new edition of the Art of Happiness will address the theme of the relationship between life and death , a particularly pressing issue in Naples. Through meetings with psychologists, essayists, and writers, the topic will be explored in depth, including new perspectives. The event also includes a series of workshops, mindful exercise and yantra courses , and theater workshops to help participants gain self-awareness.

When: until November 23 2015
Where: different places in the city
In our article i details about appointments.

Born to read

The City of Naples, in collaboration with educators and pediatricians, has created the "Born to Read" initiative, organizing a series of reading points for children in various locations throughout the city. The most important is at the Palazzo delle Arti in Naples, and the aim is to raise awareness of reading among young children, promoting their linguistic, social, and cognitive development.

When: until November 22 2015
Where: reading points in Naples and Campania
In our article, the calendar of events.

In our article, the list of children's events in Naples for the weekend.

Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse

A true immersion in the world of Disney where adults and children alike can meet Mickey Mouse and their other beloved characters. It will be a day dedicated to magic, games, and fun, with performances, readings, poetry, mascots, music, and theater.

When: the November 22 2015
Where: Villa Bruno Library, via Cavalli di Bronzo - San Giorgio a Cremano
Our article for the program of events.

Glory the Christmas Village

The famous Gloria Christmas Village reopens to the public this year, recreating the world of Santa Claus and his elves. Inside, there are many themed structures such as Santa's House , the Polar Area , the forest , nativity scenes, and many Christmas trails. Visitors can also try their hand at making Christmas decorations and ornaments.

When: until 6 January 2016
Further information inarticle on the Christmas Village Gloria.

Lib (e) ro exchange

An excellent opportunity to exchange books, lecture notes and university notes for free. A traveling bus, which from time to time will be stationed in different places in Naples, will be managed by operators of the university associations who will make useful material available to students.

When: from 6 to 27 November 2015, every Friday
Where: Monte Sant'Angelo campus
More details inarticle on Lib (e) ro Exchange.

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