What to do in Naples during the weekend from 3 to 5 February 2017 | 14 tips

Over the weekend from 3 to 5 February 2017 in Naples many interesting events not to be missed!

During the weekend of February 3-5, 2017, Naples offers numerous exhibitions, and by taking advantage of the "DomenicalMuseo" initiative, you can visit all the city's state museums for free . For art lovers, we recommend the exhibition in Amalfi featuring the metaphysical painter Giorgio De Chirico and that of Leonardo da Vinci, the Renaissance master whose talent spanned a wide range of fields. To make a visit to the Catacombs of San Gennaro more interesting, guided tours with aperitifs have been organized , and for culinary delights, we propose the Meatball Festival, a symbol of Neapolitan tradition.

A weekend isn't complete without a theater or film show , so we recommend the tour with the Made in Sud artists at the Palapartenope or Toni Servillo's performance at the Teatro Bellini, which will feature Elvira. If you prefer, documentaries will be shown at the Cineforum Astra. Younger visitors can enjoy a concert by the Dutch group Vengaboys, who will be performing at Arenile di Bagnoli. For those who want to step back in time, we recommend the "A corte dai Borbone in vestiti del '700" (At the Court of the Bourbons in 18th-Century Clothes) show, during which musicians will play period music . These are just some of the events, but for more information, let's take a look at them in detail.

Cultural events

Toni Servillo at the theater

Toni Servillo will perform his "Elvira" at the Teatro Bellini, a theatrical performance based on "Elvire Jouvet 40." The show offers audiences the opportunity to explore Louis Jouvet's reflections on the differences between comedians and actors, and aims to convey the nobility of this profession, which risks being debased.

When: until 12 February 2017

Where: Teatro Bellini, via Conte di Ruvo n. 14 (Na)

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Visit with an aperitif at the Catacombs of San Gennaro

The Catacombs of San Gennaro are once again the focus of the evening aperitif . Along the way, you can taste typical Campanian products, accompanied by a good craft beer . This initiative aims to be a starting point for rediscovering this heritage from a historical-artistic, as well as culinary, perspective.

When: every Saturday until 25 February 2017

Where: Catacombs of San Gennaro, Via Tondo di Capodimonte n. 13 (Na)

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Exhibition of De Chirico

At the Mag Gallery in Amalfi, you can admire an exhibition by Giorgio De Chirico, the most important exponent of metaphysical painting , entitled "The Reconstruction." The exhibition features 13 canvases that reflect subjects he explored in his youth, spanning the period from 1948 to 1976, the painter's later years.

When: until 9 March 2017

Where: Mag Gallery, Ancient Arsenal - Largo Cesareo Consul n. 3 (Amalfi)

All the details in our article on the exhibition of De Chirico.

Exhibition of Leonardo Da Vinci

The exhibition dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci is on display at the Diocesan Museum. You can admire numerous masterpieces by the master, including Christ Blessing, holding a globe in his left hand, Salaì's Christ Child, and three precious collections of drawings: the Corazza Codex, the Friderician Codex, and the text "Ancient and Modern Naples."

When: until 31 March 2017

Where: Diocesan Museum, Largo Donnaregina

All information in the article on Exhibition dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci.

Made in the South Tour

The Made in Sud tour will stop at the Palapartenope. The comedians we all know and love on TV will return to entertain audiences with their sketches, hilarious jokes, and then plenty of dancing, music, songs, and laughter, sure to warm your hearts on those cold winter days.

When: the 3 February 2017

Where: Palapartenope Theater, via Corrado Barbagalle n. 115 (Na)

In the article on the Made in the South Tour all information on the stage at the Palapartenope.

Itineraries at the Maschio Angioino

The Maschio Angioino Castle offers scheduled guided tours , which include unique, esoteric itineraries that will introduce you to unexplored corners of the Castel Nuovo. You can choose a tour that will lead you on the trail of the Holy Grail, or one that recounts the king's escape from the Great Hall to the sea.

When: every Sunday until May 2017

Where: Maschio Angioino, Piazza Castello (Na)

Visit our article on visits to the Maschio Angioino to know more.

Show Steve McCurry

The PAN hosts an exhibition by master contemporary photographer Steve McCurry. The photographs, selected by the Palazzo delle Arti, will tell the story of contemporary man , a narrative that spans various ethnicities and cultures and reaches very high levels of pain and empathy.

When: until 12 February 2017

Where: PAN, via dei Mille n. 60 (Na)

For info and details, visit the dedicated article.

Contemporary Section in Capodimonte

The Contemporary Section of the Capodimonte Museum houses more than 90 works, including sculptures, photographs, and installations . Over the years, the collection has grown thanks to donations from artists and collectors: the works on display bear the signatures of Mimmo Jodice, Andy Warhol, Pistoletto, Mario Merz, and William Kentridge, among others.

When: every day (except Wednesday)

Where: Museum of Capodimonte, via Miano n. 2 (Na)

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Show Terrae Motus

The Royal Palace of Caserta hosts the exhibition "Terrae Motus," created after the Irpinia earthquake. It features a collection of 72 valuable works , including paintings and sculptures , originally owned by gallery owner Lucio Amelio and donated to the Royal Palace after his death. Among the many masterpieces, you can admire Andy Warhol's three large "Hurry Up" canvases.

When: every day (except Tuesday)

Where: Palace of Caserta

In the article on Show Terrae Motus all information.

Concerts in Naples

Vengaboys

Vengaboys, a Dutch Europop group that achieved international success in the 1990s and 2000s with hits like "Up and Down" and "Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom," will perform at the Arenile di Bagnoli. After the concert, DJs Biccari and Corvino '90 in Love, along with DJs Umile Nicoletti and Irene Ferrara, will perform at the decks.

When: Saturday February 4 2017

Where: Arenile di Bagnoli, Via Coroglio n. 14b (Na)

For details on the Concert of the Vengaboys, visit our article.

Other events

museums for free

Like every first Sunday of the month, all state museums in the city will be open for free . Castel Sant'Elmo, the Certosa di San Martino, the National Archaeological Museum, the Capodimonte Museum, the Royal Palace of Naples, Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano, the Herculaneum excavations, and many others have joined the initiative.

When: every first Sunday of the month

Where: various locations

For all information on museums for free read the related article.

At Corte dai Borbone, show in 700th century clothes

At the 18th-century Villa Campolieto in Ercolano, "At Court with the Bourbons" will take place, a tour-show in 18th-century costume . During the show, two ladies-in-waiting will lead you to the Lady of the Court, who will act as your guide to the artistic beauty of the rooms. Along the way, you'll encounter historical figures from the Bourbon era.

When: February 5, 2017

Where: Villa Campolieto, Corso Resina, Herculaneum (Na)

In our article details about the event.

Meatball festival

The Meatball Festival will take place at the Santa Fede Conservatory. During the event, the neighborhood Carnival celebration will be discussed, along with presentations of creative workshops and a craft market . There will be musical entertainment and a firework display with Laulab. But the star of the evening will be the meatball, with a dedicated dance: O' ball re purpett.

When: February 3, 2017

Where: Santa Fede Conservatory, via San Giovanni Maggiore Pignatelli

For more info, read our article on Meatball festival.

Cineforum Astra

The new edition of "AstraDoc – Journey into the Cinema of Reality" has begun at the Cinema Astra. It will screen some of the finest documentaries made in recent times. On Friday, screenings will include "Mirabiles – Guardians of the Myth" by Alessandro Chetta and Marco Perillo and "Dert" by Mario and Stefano Martone, both of whom were also present at the screening.

When: until 12 May 2017, every Friday (only the 12 April will be on Wednesday)

Where: Cinema Astra, in Via Mezzocannone n. 109 (Na)

In our article the evening program.