BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//L'Aquila Capitale italiana della Cultura 2026 - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/ X-WR-CALDESC:Events for L'Aquila Capitale italiana della Cultura 2026 REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Rome BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260725 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260702T071502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T071502Z UID:6971-1784937600-1785023999@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Forcona: The Echo of the Mother City—Lights\, History\, and Community DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026\,the S.A.T.O.R. Association\, in collaboration with the ABAP Superintendency for the provinces of L’Aquila and Teramo andthe Archdiocese of L’Aquila\, offers an immersive journey through the founding sites of the L’Aquila region: from the Forcona archaeological complex to the former Cathedral of San Massimo—an itinerary that weaves together heritage\, words\, and sound. \nGuided tours of the sites alternate with literary interludes featuring readings from Latin authors\, restoring voice and meaning to the spaces that shaped the history of the capital of Abruzzo even before its founding. The afternoon concludes with a musical interlude and a guided sound meditation session\, transforming the cultural experience into a moment of collective reflection. \nForcona: The echo of the mother city is an invitation to discover a region that predates the city and preserves its most ancient memories—an opportunity to engage with history through listening\, presence\, and the beauty of these places. \nFREE ADMISSION – DOWNLOAD THE FULL PROGRAM URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/forcona-the-echo-of-the-mother-city-lights-history-and-community/ LOCATION:Forcona Archaeological Site\, Civita di Bagno\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/forcona-eco-di-una-citta-madre.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="S.A.T.O.R. Association":MAILTO:eventisator@associazioneculturalesator.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251215T120132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T120132Z UID:6444-1784332800-1784419199@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:School of Performing Arts and Crafts DESCRIPTION:The School of Performing Arts and Crafts looks to the future\, offering young people a lifelong learning platform to develop their professional skills in the world of the arts. The educational program is designed as a learning ecosystem where foundational courses and advanced specializations complement one another. Students can pursue a structured path across four core disciplines: Marketing and Production\, Set Design\, Sound Engineering\, and Stage Technology. This is a unique opportunity to learn the secrets of the trade from those who practice it every day\, within a comprehensive and long-term program. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nhttps://teatrostabile.abruzzo.it/ URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/school-of-performing-arts-and-crafts-4/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TSA.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Theater Company%3A Teatro Stabile D'Abruzzo":MAILTO:tsa@teatrostabile.abruzzo.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260708 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260624T143409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T143409Z UID:6954-1783382400-1783468799@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Safeguarding Cultural Heritage in Emergencies. The Evolution of Procedures for the Protection of Cultural Heritage. DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, the National Fire Department is organizing a conference in L’Aquila dedicated to the evolution of techniques and procedures for securing cultural heritage during emergencies\, with particular reference to the experience gained in the aftermath of the 2009 earthquake and the role of the Coordination Unit for Temporary Works (N.C.P.)\, established in the aftermath of the L’Aquila earthquake. \nThe conference\, aimed at engineers\, architects\, and technical professionals in the field\, analyzes the Corps’ response capabilities in managing structural issues and outlines the new\, optimized procedures for safeguarding the historical and artistic heritage. At the center of the discussion are the STOP data sheets—technical tools developed by the post-earthquake working group for the reinforcement of damaged buildings—which will be presented by some of the key figures involved in their development. \nSpeakers will include Stefano Grimaz\, holder of the UNESCO Chair in Intersectoral Safety for Risk Reduction at the University of Udine\, and provincial commanders Mauro Caciolai (Milan)\, Luca Ponticelli (Potenza)\, and Ciro Bolognese (Varese). A site visit to the National Museum of Abruzzo – MuNDA is planned to observe firsthand the results of the safety measures and post-earthquake reconstruction efforts. \nThe initiative reinforces L’Aquila’s role as a national center of expertise and best practices in the protection of cultural heritage during seismic emergencies. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/safeguarding-cultural-heritage-in-emergencies-the-evolution-of-procedures-for-the-protection-of-cultural-heritage/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/la-messa-in-sicurezza-del-patrimonio-culturale-in-emergenza.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260726 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260604T120411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T120411Z UID:6898-1781222400-1785023999@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Summer at MAXXI L'Aquila | Music\, Talks\, and Movies DESCRIPTION:As part of the program for L’Aquila 2026\, Italian Capital of Culture\, “Summer at MAXXI L’Aquila” is the entertainment and cultural enrichment program offered by the Abruzzo branch of the National Museum of 21st-Century Arts\, organized with the support of ALES – Arte Lavoro e Servizi S.p.A. and under the patronage of the City of L’Aquila. \nThe program is organized around three themes: music—ranging from jazz to classical to contemporary experimental works—in collaboration with the “Alfredo Casella” State Conservatory of Music; talks dedicated to major figures in Italian and European literature and culture—from Ovid to Garibaldi\, from D’Annunzio to Oscar Wilde—featuring speakers such as Edoardo Prati; art-house and animated films\, in collaboration with the L’Aquila Film Festival\, featuring a program dedicated to the themes of coexistence\, care\, and sustainability. \nThe program includes a special event featuringthe European Gravitational Observatory (EGO) and the Gran Sasso National Laboratories (LNGS INFN)\, underscoring L’Aquila 2026’s commitment to bringing together scientific culture and the arts. Admission to all events is free. \nTo make sure you don’t miss any of the scheduled events\, check out the complete calendar at the link below: \nVIEW THE OFFICIAL 2026 PROGRAM URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/summer-at-maxxi-laquila-music-talks-and-movies/ LOCATION:Palazzo Ardinghelli – MAXXI L’Aquila\, 15 Piazza Santa Maria Paganica\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/estate-al-maxxi-laquila-2026.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Maxxi L'Aquila - National Museum of 21st-Century Arts":MAILTO:maxxilaquila@fondazionemaxxi.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260609T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260609T160000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260413T145536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T145536Z UID:6839-1781020800-1781020800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:On the Road with the Bank of Italy | More Financial Literacy. Knowledge That Creates Value. DESCRIPTION:“On the Road with the Bank of Italy” makes a stop in L’Aquila with an event dedicated to financial literacy as a tool for understanding the present and creating value for individuals\, families\, and businesses. \nOn the Road with the Bank of Italy is a nationwide tour designed to promote financial literacy and strengthen dialogue between the central bank\, institutions\, and citizens. The event in L’Aquila offers opportunities for in-depth discussion and exchange on the topics of financial education\, accurate information\, and the fight against economic and social inequalities. Through roundtable discussions and sessions open to the public\, the initiative fosters greater awareness in financial decision-making and highlights the role of financial literacy as a driver of development and civic engagement. \nFREE EVENT URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/on-the-road-with-the-bank-of-italy-more-financial-literacy-knowledge-that-creates-value/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/in-viaggio-con-banca-ditalia.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bank of Italy%2C Eurosystem":MAILTO:email@bancaditalia.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260609T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260609T113000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260514T094610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T094610Z UID:6894-1780997400-1781004600@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:On the Road with the Bank of Italy | WATCH OUT FOR SCAMS DESCRIPTION:As part of the ” Traveling with the Bank of Italy” initiative\, the Bank of Italy is offering a meeting dedicated to payment prevention and security\, focusing on the main types of scams and citizen protection tools. “Traveling with the Bank of Italy” is a nationwide tour to promote financial literacy and strengthen dialogue between the central bank\, institutions\, and citizens. \nFREE EVENT URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/on-the-road-with-the-bank-of-italy-watch-out-for-scams/ LOCATION:Branch of the Bank of Italy\, 1 Corso Federico II\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/in-viaggio-con-banca-ditalia.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bank of Italy%2C Eurosystem":MAILTO:email@bancaditalia.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260608T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260608T130000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260514T094005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T094005Z UID:6891-1780909200-1780923600@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:On the Road with the Bank of Italy | OPEN DAY. Guided tours and workshops. DESCRIPTION:As part of the ” Traveling with the Bank of Italy” initiative\, the Bank of Italy’s L’Aquila branch opens its doors to residents to discuss the Bank’s deep connection with the L’Aquila region and to provide a firsthand look at the activities and services offered locally. The event includes an overview of the branch’s main functions\, which support residents and the economy\, and information spaces dedicated to the Bank of Italy’s services and financial education initiatives in the area. “Traveling with the Bank of Italy” is a national traveling event to promote financial literacy and strengthen dialogue between the central bank\, institutions\, businesses\, and citizens. \nFREE EVENT URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/on-the-road-with-the-bank-of-italy-open-day-guided-tours-and-workshops/ LOCATION:Branch of the Bank of Italy\, 1 Corso Federico II\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/in-viaggio-con-banca-ditalia.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bank of Italy%2C Eurosystem":MAILTO:email@bancaditalia.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260606T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260606T100000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251215T115606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T115606Z UID:6437-1780740000-1780740000@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:School of Performing Arts and Crafts DESCRIPTION:The added value of the School of Performing Arts and Crafts lies in its nature as a permanent center of study. We have replaced the approach of one-off events with a coherent and progressive educational program that focuses on talent and high-quality instruction. Divided into four specialized tracks (Production\, Show Design\, Sound Engineering\, and Stage Technology)\, the program guides each student on a journey from an introductory level to full technical mastery\, providing the essential tools to tackle the challenges of contemporary culture. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nhttps://teatrostabile.abruzzo.it/ URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/school-of-performing-arts-and-crafts-2/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/sams.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Theater Company%3A Teatro Stabile D'Abruzzo":MAILTO:tsa@teatrostabile.abruzzo.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260530T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260530T180000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260107T101717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T101717Z UID:6556-1780164000-1780164000@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Positive Stories - 34th Edition of the Paolo Borsellino Award DESCRIPTION:As part of the celebrations for L’Aquila\, Capital of Culture and Legality\, the shared remembrance initiative launched in collaboration with the 34th Borsellino Award will conclude on Saturday\, May 30\, with an event of international significance. The event\, titled “Capaci di credere” (Capable of Believing)\, stems from the desire to transform the memory of the sacrifice of Giovanni Falcone and the victims of the Mafia into an ethic for the present\, founded on responsibility and the overcoming of indifference. \nThe highlight of the evening will be Gen Verde – International Performing Arts Group\, which will offer a powerful musical tribute dedicated to the values of brotherhood and justice. Through the universal language of art\, the group invites citizens—and young people in particular—to view the world with a critical eye and to rediscover civic engagement as a form of ethical resistance. The performance thus becomes an opportunity to reaffirm that the fight against the mafia is won by remaining “more humane and more just\,” building a society capable of choosing the common good and the values of the Constitution every day. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/positive-stories-34th-edition-of-the-paolo-borsellino-award/ LOCATION:Spaventa Palace\, Andrea Bafile Street\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/gen-verde.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="'Societ%C3%A0 Civile' Cultural Association":MAILTO:societacivileapsteramo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260525T122719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T122719Z UID:6899-1780012800-1780185599@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Forum on the Cultural and Creative Industries Ecosystem | Opera Demopratica\, L'Aquila DESCRIPTION:As part of L’Aquila’s designation as the 2026 Italian Capital of Culture\, on May 29 and 30\, Palazzo Spaventa will hostthe Opera Demopratica L’Aquila\, a participatory process promoted by the Pistoletto Cittadellarte Foundation that focuses on culture\, active citizenship\, and social transformation. These two days are dedicated to the Forum on the Ecosystem of Cultural and Creative Industries\, conceived as a permanent civic workshop for dialogue and co-design among institutions\, cultural enterprises\, associations\, artists\, and local communities. \nOn Friday\, May 29\, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.\, there will be working groups and participatory planning sessions on the topics of education\, participation\, cultural spaces\, music\, well-being\, and creative cultural enterprises. The public can attend as observers and also watch the collaborative performances by Francesco Leineri with Harmonielehre\, alongside Mariangela De Vita\, and Silvia Di Gregorio’s *Abitare lo spazio*. \nAmong the public events open to the public\, the DEMOPRATIC PARADE will begin at 5:30 p.m.—a large-scale collective action that will symbolically carry the Forum’s ideas out of Palazzo Spaventa\, through the historic center\, and on to the Terzo Paradiso in front of the Auditorium del Parco. The procession\, led by Michelangelo Pistoletto’s “Sfera di giornali” and accompanied by musicians and local youth\, will transform the city’s streets into a space of shared creativity. At 6:30 p.m.\, also at Palazzo Spaventa\, a Roundtable Discussion on Cultural and Creative Enterprises will be held\, focusing on the relationship between culture and urban space\, with presentations by Alessandro Crociata\, Paolo Naldini\, Alex Voglino\, Paola Lopes\, and Davide Oliverio. \nOn Saturday\, May 30\, the Forum will continue with the final roundtable sessions and\, starting at 12:00 p.m.\, with a public presentation of the findings and proposals that have emerged. The closing event will feature presentations by the L’Arabesque Dance Studies Center\, along with the performance *Terzo Paradiso* byGiuseppe Stampone and Paolo Naldini\, marking the conclusion of an initiative aimed at building a participatory and sustainable cultural ecosystem for the L’Aquila region. \nDETAILED PROGRAM\nFRIDAY\, MAY 29 \n9:00 a.m. – Welcome for participants \n9:30 \nOfficial Remarks by Mayor Pierluigi Biondi\nOfficial Remarks by Alessandro Crociata\, Scientific Coordinator of the Cultural and Urban Observatory of L’Aquila\nInsights from Existing Demonstration Projects\nIntroduction by Paolo Naldini\nOperational Introduction by Giacomo Bassmaji\, Antonella Muzi\, Angelo Bernardi\, and introduction of the facilitators \n10:50 a.m. – HARMONIELEHRE\, a performance piece curated by Francesco Leineri in collaboration with Mariangela De Vita \n11:00 a.m. – Start of the breakout sessions and plenary session \n1:00 p.m. – Group lunch hosted by the “Leonardo da Vinci” State Vocational Institute for Industry\, Crafts\, and the Hotel and Restaurant Services in L’Aquila \n3:00 p.m. – *ABITARE LO SPAZIO*: a performance exploring movement and relationships\, curated by Silvia Di Gregorio \n3:30 p.m. – Second working session in small groups and plenary session \n5:30 p.m. – DEMOPRATIC PROCESSION from Palazzo Spaventa to Terzo Paradiso\, following Michelangelo Pistoletto’s “Sfera di giornali\,” created by students from the “Andrea Bafile” High School under the guidance of Prof. Licia Galizia \n6:30 p.m. — Cultural and Creative Enterprises and Their Relationship with Urban Space\nRoundtable discussion with:\nAlessandro Crociata\, Scientific Coordinator of the Cultural and Urban Observatory of L’Aquila\nPaola Lopes\, Cultural Planner\nPaolo Naldini\, Director of the Pistoletto Cittadellarte Foundation\nDavide Oliverio\, Artistic Director of Club to Club\nAlex Voglino\, Abruzzo Film Commission \nSATURDAY\, MAY 30 \n9:00 a.m. – Welcome for participants \n9:20 a.m. – DREAMTIME \, a performance piece curated by Domenico Capanna \n9:45 a.m. – Third working session at the tables to develop proposals \n11:15 a.m. – Drafting of the summary document by the facilitators \n12:00 \nTERZO PARADISO\, a dance performance curated by Aurora Ciuffetelli of the Centro Studi Danza L’Arabesque\nPublic presentation of the Forum’s findings and conclusions\nGiuseppe Stampone discusses the Abruzzo Mon Amour project\, which brings the Gran Sasso to life \,with the participation of\nConclusions by Paolo Naldini URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/forum-on-the-cultural-and-creative-industries-ecosystem-opera-demopratica-laquila/ LOCATION:Spaventa Palace\, Andrea Bafile Street\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/forum-ecosistema-delle-industrie-culturali-e-creative.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Pistoletto Cittadellarte Foundation%2C Biella":MAILTO:fondazionepistoletto@cittadellarte.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260525T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260525T130000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260522T144809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T144809Z UID:6887-1779701400-1779714000@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:La Perdonanza in Schools DESCRIPTION:Young people and the school community take center stage in preserving memory through “La Perdonanza nelle scuole.” The event\, promoted by the City of L’Aquila and supported by Unioncamere through PNC funds allocated to the PNRR\, marks the culmination of the project “La Perdonanza Celestiniana: An Intangible Hub for a Universal Identity\, ” which is part of the official program for L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026. \nThe initiative aims to highlight the Perdonanza—a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity—by transforming it into a permanent forum for civic engagement for future generations. High school students from the city\, supported by the historic associations that preserve the tradition of the Corteo (Jemo ‘nnanzi\, Sbandieratori\, Uomini d’Arme\, Movimento Celestiniano\, and Bandierai dei Quattro Quarti)\, will present their original works. Through artistic\, audiovisual\, musical\, and digital media\, the students will address a central question: “If you were Celestino today\, what message would you leave for the world of tomorrow?”\, creating a dialogue between history and contemporary values of peace\, forgiveness\, and inclusion. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/la-perdonanza-in-schools/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/la-perdonanza-nelle-scuole.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260522T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260522T103000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260514T090248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T090248Z UID:6884-1779445800-1779445800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:34 YEARS OF REMEMBRANCE - 34th Annual Paolo Borsellino Award DESCRIPTION:On the occasion of the 34th edition of the Paolo Borsellino National Award\, the city is promoting an event titled “34 YEARS OF REMEMBERING.” The event was organized to commemorate the victims of the Capaci massacre\, the tragic terrorist-mafia attack in which Judge Giovanni Falcone\, his wife Francesca Morvillo\, and security detail officers Vito Schifani\, Rocco Dicillo\, and Antonio Montinaro\, while also honoring the courage of the survivors and those who were wounded in the line of duty. \nThe event is intended to be an occasion for deep reflection on the rule of law and will feature key figures from government institutions and the fight against crime. Speakers will include Mayor Pierluigi Biondi\, Prefect and Director of State Police Services Renato Cortese\, Prefect and former Deputy Chief of Police Luigi Savina\, and Colonel Gianfranco Paglia\, recipient of the Gold Medal for Military Valor and a symbol of resilience and service to the state. A collective dialogue aimed at transforming historical memory into a shared ethical commitment\, directed in particular toward the younger generations. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/34-years-of-remembrance-34th-annual-paolo-borsellino-award/ LOCATION:Park Auditorium – Renzo Piano\, Avenue of the Gold Medals\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/da-34-anni-capaci-di-ricordare.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="'Societ%C3%A0 Civile' Cultural Association":MAILTO:societacivileapsteramo@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260107T091300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T091300Z UID:6578-1779321600-1779407999@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Benedetto Croce National Culture Award DESCRIPTION:The Benedetto Croce National Culture Award was established by the Municipality of Pescasseroli by resolution dated November 25\, 2005; the first edition took place in 2006. The award is given to the best books published in the previous year in three categories: Fiction\, Nonfiction\, and Journalistic Literature. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/benedetto-croce-national-culture-award/ LOCATION:Palazzo dell’Emiciclo – Conference Room\, Gran Sasso Science Institute (GSSI)\, XXIV Maggio Street\, L'Aquila\, L'Aquila\, 67100 CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/benedetto-crocee.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of Pescasseroli":MAILTO:affarigenerali@comune.pescasseroli.aq.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260509T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260509T130000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251216T095334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T095334Z UID:6457-1778322600-1778331600@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:From Private Cultural Heritage to Regional Development – Prospects and Opportunities for Young People DESCRIPTION:L’Aquila is hosting the national conference “From Private Cultural Heritage to Regional Development – Prospects and Opportunities for Young People\,” an initiative promoted by the City of L’Aquila andthe Association of Italian Historic Homes (ADSI) as part of the official program for L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026. The conference is organized in collaboration with the ADSI National Youth Assembly\, which will bring over one hundred young owners and entrepreneurs involved in private cultural heritage to the city. \nThe initiative aims to provide a forum for substantive discussion on the role of cultural heritage—both public and private—as a driver of regional development\, value creation\, and job opportunities\, with a particular focus on younger generations. The event is organized into four thematic panels\, each featuring an equal dialogue among public decision-makers\, businesses\, professionals\, researchers\, and cultural practitioners\, with most participants being young leaders in their respective fields. \nSpeakers and planned presentations will include representatives from local and national public institutions\, as well as national figures from the business world\, cultural consulting\, and research. The panels will focus on practical applications: experiences\, tools\, and replicable models\, with an emphasis on the impact in terms of employment\, training\, and the attractiveness of local areas. \nPROGRAM\n10:30 a.m. – Restoration\, Rebirth\, Transformation\nModerator: Giacomo di Thiene – Architect – Th&Ma – former National President of ADSI\nSalvatore Provenzano – Head of the Special Office for the Reconstruction of L’Aquila\nSilvia La Pergola – Architect – MAXXI National Museum of 21st-Century Arts\nMariangela De Vita – Engineer\, Researcher – CNR and University of L’Aquila\nLaura Di Stefano – Entrepreneur – LaNorma Art Restoration\nAndrew Molyneux – Entrepreneur – TM Lighting\n11:30 a.m. – Roundtable Discussion\n12:00 p.m. – ADSI National Youth Assembly \nFREE ADMISSION\nLIVE STREAM on www.youtube.com URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/from-private-cultural-heritage-to-regional-development-prospects-and-opportunities-for-young-people-2/ LOCATION:Oratory of St. Anthony of the Knights of Nardis\, Via San Marciano\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/dal-patrimonio-culturale-privato-allo-sviluppo-dei-territori-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Angelo de Nardis ETS Association - A.D.S.I. Abruzzo":MAILTO:info@palazzonardis.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260508T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260508T190000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251216T095104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T095104Z UID:6453-1778252400-1778266800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:From Private Cultural Heritage to Regional Development – Prospects and Opportunities for Young People DESCRIPTION:L’Aquila is hosting the national conference “From Private Cultural Heritage to Regional Development – Prospects and Opportunities for Young People\,” an initiative promoted by the City of L’Aquila andthe Association of Italian Historic Homes (ADSI) as part of the official program for L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026. The conference is organized in collaboration with the ADSI National Youth Assembly\, which will bring over one hundred young owners and entrepreneurs involved in private cultural heritage to the city. \nThe initiative aims to provide a forum for substantive discussion on the role of cultural heritage—both public and private—as a driver of regional development\, value creation\, and job opportunities\, with a particular focus on younger generations. The event is organized into four thematic panels\, each featuring an equal dialogue among public decision-makers\, businesses\, professionals\, researchers\, and cultural practitioners\, with most participants being young leaders in their respective fields. \nSpeakers and planned presentations will include representatives from local and national public institutions\, as well as national figures from the business world\, cultural consulting\, and research. The panels will focus on practical applications: experiences\, tools\, and replicable models\, with an emphasis on the impact in terms of employment\, training\, and the attractiveness of local areas. \nPROGRAM\n3:00 p.m. – Official greetings\n3:15 p.m. – Opening remarks by\n. Maria Pace Odescalchi – National President of the Association of Italian Historic Homes (ADSI)\n3:30 p.m. – New Public-Private Partnerships\nModerated by Carlo Ferdinando de Nardis – National Coordinator of ADSI Youth\nPierluigi Biondi – Mayor of L’Aquila\nAlberto Magni – President of Arte Generali\nGiovanni Ciarrocca – President of ADSI Abruzzo and National Vice President of ADSI\nLeonardo Bizzarri – Administrative Director\, Teatro Stabile d’Abruzzo\n4:30 p.m. – Coffee break\n5:00 p.m. – Enhancing the Value of Local Areas\nModerated by Luigi de Benedetto – Curator and consultant in collection management\nAntonella Macchiaverna – Corporate Image and Institutional Initiatives – Italian Banking Association\nDaniele Kihlgren – Entrepreneur – Sextantio Albergo Diffuso\nFlaminia Iacobucci – Formules – Strategic Consulting for Cultural Projects\nDario Beccarini – Art historian specializing in private collections and generational transfers\n6:00 p.m. – Telling the Story of Our Heritage\nModerated by Ilde Forgione – Digital Communications Expert\nAlessia Di Giovacchino – Communications Director\, L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026\nStefano Solarino – Founder and Creative Director – The Teachers\nLudovica Sannazzaro – The Castle Diary\nFrancesco Cozza Caposavi – Instructor at SSML Teseo – Entrepreneur in the tourism and culture sector \nFREE ADMISSION\nLIVE STREAM on www.youtube.com URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/from-private-cultural-heritage-to-regional-development-prospects-and-opportunities-for-young-people/ LOCATION:Oratory of St. Anthony of the Knights of Nardis\, Via San Marciano\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/dal-patrimonio-culturale-privato-allo-sviluppo-dei-territori.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Angelo de Nardis ETS Association - A.D.S.I. Abruzzo":MAILTO:info@palazzonardis.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260427T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260427T110000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260421T064758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T064758Z UID:6851-1777287600-1777287600@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Inland Areas on the Move: That "World Apart" That Draws People In DESCRIPTION:Italy’s inland regions are often described as “vulnerable\,” yet they hold extraordinary potential for the country’s economic\, social\, and cultural revitalization. Part of the official program for L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026\, this event explores how to transform these regions into thriving communities and premier destinations\, from hiking trails to cinematic storytelling. \nOrganized by the Magna Carta Foundation\, the event is an opportunity for strategic reflection on the future of villages and mountain areas. The special guest will be filmmaker Riccardo Milani\, director of the acclaimed film “Un Mondo a Parte\,” who will engage in a conversation with Gaetano Quagliariello\, President of the Magna Carta Foundation\, to reflect on the value of places considered “apart” and on the best practices needed to reverse the trend of depopulation. \nModerated by Annamaria Parente\, the event marks a key milestone in the “Aree Interne in Cammino” series\, confirming how culture\, the beauty of the landscapes\, and media storytelling can become decisive drivers for a possible future. It is an invitation to rediscover inland areas—no longer as peripheral regions\, but as vital centers of the Italian mosaic. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/inland-areas-on-the-move-that-world-apart-that-draws-people-in/ LOCATION:City Council Chamber\, 50 Via San Giovanni\, Opi\, AQ\, 67030\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/aree-in-cammino.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260419 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251215T114839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T114839Z UID:6434-1776470400-1776556799@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:School of Performing Arts and Crafts DESCRIPTION:The School of Performing Arts and Crafts is the place where passion becomes a profession through ongoing educational commitment. As a permanent educational institution\, we offer comprehensive study programs designed to train the professionals who will bring the next cultural seasons to life. Whether in Show Design\, Sound Engineering\, Stage Technology\, or Production Marketing\, the school guarantees a comprehensive education—from entry-level courses for young students to advanced specialization—always integrating theory with hands-on field experience. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION\nhttps://teatrostabile.abruzzo.it/ URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/school-of-performing-arts-and-crafts/ LOCATION:Palace of the Nobles\, Santa Margherita Square\, L'Aquila\, L'Aquila\, 67100 CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/scuola-arti-e-mestieri-dello-spettacolo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Theater Company%3A Teatro Stabile D'Abruzzo":MAILTO:tsa@teatrostabile.abruzzo.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260417T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260417T130000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260410T084443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T084443Z UID:6832-1776423600-1776430800@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Guided Tours - Grand Opening of the San Filippo Neri Theater DESCRIPTION:To mark the special reopening of the cultural complex\, a series of guided tours will be offered to explore the history\, architecture\, and secrets of one of L’Aquila’s most beloved Baroque gems. \nAfter years of anticipation and meticulous restoration work\, the San Filippo Neri Theater is finally reopening its doors to the public. To celebrate this historic moment\, as part of the CostellAzioni project and the program for L’Aquila\, Italian Capital of Culture 2026\, the theater’s doors will open for a series of guided tours\, offering the opportunity to rediscover the soul of this unique place. \nFREE ADMISSION WITHOUT RESERVATION URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/guided-tours-grand-opening-of-the-san-filippo-neri-theater/ LOCATION:San Filippo Neri Theater\, 24 Piazza S. Filippo\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/riapertura-teatro-san-filippo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251223T105140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T105140Z UID:6546-1774396800-1774483199@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Dantedì DESCRIPTION:The “La Lanterna Magica” Film Institute of L’Aquila intends to commemorate the Great Poet\, as it does every year\, on the day dedicated to him\, with an initiative for middle and high schools\, thanks to the collaboration of the Provincial Education Office of Abruzzo.\nA film analysis by Martina Orlando\, film professor and film restorer\, streaming on our YouTube channel.\nLOWER AND UPPER SECONDARY SCHOOLS: *PAOLO E FRANCESCA* by Raffaello Matarazzo (Italy\, 1950)\nA historical romance drama recounting the tragic story from Dante’s *Inferno*. The young Francesca (Odile Versois) is forced to marry Gianciotto Malatesta (Andrea Checchi) by proxy\, but falls madly in love with his brother\, Paolo (Armando Francioli)\, sparking her husband’s fatal jealousy. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/dantedi/ LOCATION:Live Stream CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2025-12-23-alle-10.05.43-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Aquila Film Institute 'La Lanterna Magica' Ets":MAILTO:lanterna.magica2009@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260314 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251215T114256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T114256Z UID:6448-1773446400-1773532799@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:School of Performing Arts and Crafts DESCRIPTION:The School of Performing Arts and Crafts aims to become a permanent study center capable of providing useful tools for the careers of talented young people with high-quality teachers and hands-on work experiences\, differentiating skills and aptitudes to train the new protagonists of upcoming cultural seasons\, starting from basic introductory courses\, including teaching for the very young\, up to specialization and advanced training. Four pathways have been identified: Organization\, Production and Marketing of stage productions\, Show Design\, Sound technique and audio engineering\, Stage technology and theatrical machinery. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/school-of-performing-arts-and-crafts-7/ LOCATION:Palace of the Nobles\, Santa Margherita Square\, L'Aquila\, L'Aquila\, 67100 CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/scuola-arti-e-mestieri-dello-spettacolo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Theater Company%3A Teatro Stabile D'Abruzzo":MAILTO:tsa@teatrostabile.abruzzo.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260308 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251222T094434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T094434Z UID:6047-1772928000-1773014399@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:International Women's Rights Day DESCRIPTION:The seventh art serves to commemorate both the social\, economic\, and political achievements and the discrimination and violence that women have faced—and continue to face—all over the world. Schools will participate in a film screening and content-based learning session with a film expert to reflect together on the fight against discrimination and violence\, the right to equal pay\, self-determination\, and the challenges that often characterize relationships among women. Schools are participating through the Provincial Education Office of Abruzzo.\nELEMENTARY SCHOOL: BLUEY SEASON 2 Episode 50 Baby Race (2020)\nMom (Chilli) tells Bluey and Bingo about when they were puppies. The memory focuses on the competition among parents to see which of the babies would walk first\, with Bluey learning to roll over first\, but her friend Judo learning to crawl first. The episode explores the theme of not comparing oneself to others and accepting each child’s own pace of growth\, with a touching ending in which Mom realizes that Bluey learned to walk when she was ready\, celebrating her unique way of learning.\nLOWER SECONDARY SCHOOL: MARGHERITA DELLE STELLE by Giulio Base (Italy\, 2024)\nA biographical film that traces the life of astrophysicist Margherita Hack\, from her curious childhood to becoming the first woman to direct the Trieste Astronomical Observatory\, celebrating her empowerment and her love of science.\nHIGH SCHOOL: THE GIRL WITH THE GUN by Mario Monicelli (Italy\, 1968)\nAn Italian comedy following Assunta Patanè\, a young Sicilian woman dishonored by the seducer\nVincenzo Macaluso (Carlo Giuffré)\, who flees to Great Britain. Armed with a gun\, Assunta pursues the man all the way to London and Scotland\, transforming herself from a traditional victim into a modern\, emancipated\, and free woman\, radically changing her mindset. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/international-womens-rights-day/ LOCATION:Live Stream CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/diritti_donna_fb.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="L'Aquila Film Institute 'La Lanterna Magica' Ets":MAILTO:lanterna.magica2009@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251215T113852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T113852Z UID:6446-1771632000-1771718399@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:School of Performing Arts and Crafts DESCRIPTION:The School of Performing Arts and Crafts aims to become a permanent educational center capable of providing tools to support the careers of talented young people\, with high-quality instructors who have practical experience in the field\, identifying and developing skills and aptitudes to train the new leaders of future cultural seasons—starting with introductory courses\, including instruction for very young students\, and progressing through specialization and advanced training. Three tracks have been identified: Organization and Marketing\, Show Design\, and Stage Technology and Theater Mechanics. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/school-of-performing-arts-and-crafts-5/ LOCATION:Palace of the Nobles\, Santa Margherita Square\, L'Aquila\, L'Aquila\, 67100 CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/TSA.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Regional Theater Company%3A Teatro Stabile D'Abruzzo":MAILTO:tsa@teatrostabile.abruzzo.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251125T122739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T122739Z UID:6379-1771200000-1771718399@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Let's Read: Reading Days in Schools DESCRIPTION:The “Giovanni Tantillo” Library offers reading sessions at schools where fairy tales adapted into animated films are read aloud\, enhancing the reading experience with sounds and animated images.\nThis initiative is sponsored by the Ministry of Education\, through the General Directorate for Students\, as well as by the Ministry of Culture and the Center for Books and Reading\, with the aim of encouraging and promoting reading among students. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/lets-read-reading-days-in-schools/ LOCATION:“Giovanni Tantillo” Library\, Via Niccolò Copernico\, Bazzano Industrial Park\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IMG-20241031-WA0010.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="L'Aquila Film Institute 'La Lanterna Magica' Ets":MAILTO:lanterna.magica2009@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260215T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260215T190000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251218T114224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T114224Z UID:6489-1771171200-1771182000@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Gioacchino Volpe Literary Award: Awards Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Awards Ceremony\nThe Gioacchino Volpe Section is dedicated to identifying a previously published literary work capable of making a significant contribution to the dissemination and evolution of topics of cultural interest and which\, preferably\, examines a historical theme dating from after 1789;\nThe Panfilo Gentile Section\, dedicated to political non-fiction;\nThe Stefano Vespa Section\, dedicated to emerging journalists. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/gioacchino-volpe-literary-award-awards-ceremony/ LOCATION:Spaventa Palace\, Andrea Bafile Street\, L'Aquila\, AQ\, 67100\, Italy CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screenshot-2025-11-26-alle-11.55.52.png ORGANIZER;CN="Municipality of L'Aquila":MAILTO:protocollo@comune.laquila.postecert.it END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260210 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260211 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20251125T111126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T111126Z UID:6371-1770681600-1770767999@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:Day of Remembrance DESCRIPTION:For Remembrance Day\, we are organizing a film screening to raise awareness of these tragic events among students at all levels of education\, with the aim of preserving and renewing the memory of the tragedy suffered by Italians and all the victims of the foibe\, the exodus of Istrians\, the people of Fiume and Dalmatia following World War II\, and the more complex events surrounding the eastern border. Schools are participating through the Provincial Education Office of Abruzzo. The film program is curated by Martina Orlando\, a film professor and restorer. \nfilm festival and will be available via STREAMING on our YouTube channel. Here are the featured films: \n\nElementary Schools: THE SOLDIERS OF FANTABOSCO\nThe Melevisione episode “The Soldiers of Fantabosco” (Season 3\, aired in 2000) is a valuable and sensitive example of how to explain war to children\, using the language of fairy tales to address a complex and painful topic\n\nMiddle Schools *The Girl with the Suitcase* by Gianluca Mazzella (Italy\, 2024)\nSpring 1945. A night of celebration marking the end of the war turns into the beginning of a tragedy for little Egea Haffner: men in uniform take her father away and throw him into a foiba. This is only the beginning: shortly afterward\, Egea will be forced to leave her homeland with just a suitcase and face an uncertain future. \n\nHigh Schools *IL CUORE NEL POZZO* (Italy\, 2005)\nIstria\, 1943. Tito’s partisans are marching toward Trieste to seize Venezia Giulia\, Dalmatia\, and Istria. Novak\, one of the partisans\, is searching for his son Carlo\, the result of an assault on Giulia\, an Italian girl. Giulia has hidden Carlo in Don Bruno’s orphanage. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/day-of-remembrance/ LOCATION:Live Stream CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Lanterna-magica-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="L'Aquila Film Institute 'La Lanterna Magica' Ets":MAILTO:lanterna.magica2009@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260127T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20260127T123000 DTSTAMP:20260801T075012 CREATED:20260123T124258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T124258Z UID:6687-1769506200-1769517000@laquila2026.it SUMMARY:34th Annual Paolo Borsellino Award: Day of Remembrance\, At the Roots of Hate DESCRIPTION:The event will begin at 9:30 a.m. with opening remarks\, followed by a presentation by Prof. Luigi Guerrieri\, a lawyer and historian. \nThe ceremony will end at 12:30 p.m. \nDuring the event\, the award ceremony for the “Il Viaggio della Memoria” Prize will take place\, featuring a presentation of the projects created by the participating schools and the subsequent awarding of the prize\, worth 5\,000 euros\, to the winning project. \nPierluigi Biondi\, mayor of L’Aquila\, will speak.The event will be moderated by journalist Paola Peluso. URL:https://laquila2026.it/en/evento/34th-annual-paolo-borsellino-award-day-of-remembrance-at-the-roots-of-hate/ LOCATION:Palazzo Margherita\, Palace Square\, L'Aquila CATEGORIES:Cultural Initiative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://laquila2026.it/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/falcone_borsellino-2-3.webp ORGANIZER;CN="'Societ%C3%A0 Civile' Cultural Association":MAILTO:societacivileapsteramo@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR