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Fairs and markets Ongoing

Ornamental decorations in Via Patini

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Via Patini, L'Aquila

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The Municipality of L'Aquila has set up an ornamental display with 50 pinwheels in Via Patini, between Piazza Duomo and the intersection with Via Sallustio. The initiative, running from July to November 2026, aims to enhance the historic center and strengthen the urban and commercial appeal of the area.

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Nature and hikes Ongoing

European Mobility Week 2026

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The Municipality of L'Aquila joins the European Mobility Week 2026, promoted by the European Commission, with a rich program of events from 16 to 22 September 2026 on the theme "Intergenerational Mobility". The program includes the official opening on 16 September at Palazzo Fibbioni, a 15 km bike ride, themed film screenings, the road safety campaign "Bicycle Heroes" in schools, and the Mobility Village with Parking Day and World Car-Free Day on 19 and 20 September at Largo Giovanni Pischedda and Piazza San Bernardino, with stands, sports activities, games and musical performances.

Talks and conferences

L'Aquila, racconti ed aneddoti, luoghi e tradizioni popolari

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The Accademia dei Fortunati ETS proposes two appointments to rediscover the history and popular traditions of L'Aquila through stories and anecdotes linked to city characters and places. The first meeting is held on September 20 at the Giovanni Paolo II Auditorium of Palazzo Spaventa and is dedicated to the figure of Domenico Cotugno. The second, on October 27 at the Auditorium del Parco, focuses on Salvatore Tommasi. The initiative is part of a path of historical enhancement of the city.

Culture and exhibitions Ongoing

Univaq Street Science 2026

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Street Science 2026 brings science to the squares of L'Aquila's historic center with numerous public events. The event involves setting up stages and structures in various areas of the city, attracting a large influx of the public. To ensure safety, traffic modifications have been implemented in several zones of the historic center.

Talks and conferences Ongoing

L'Aquila Città del Libro – Festival Letterario Aquilano 2026

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Fourth edition of the literary festival that brings ideas, thoughts and a clear vision of the world to the Abruzzo capital and its province. The program includes debates, exhibitions and book presentations, with the participation of local associations. The event takes place in Piazza del Teatro and, from 23 to 27 September, also at the "Vittorio Antonellini" Foyer of the Municipal Theatre.

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Film shooting on Corso Principe Umberto

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Filming for a movie is underway in L'Aquila, on Corso Principe Umberto. Due to production needs, traffic will be modified. A no-parking zone with forced removal has been established from 01:00 on September 23, 2026 to 01:00 on September 25, 2026. The goods unloading area is temporarily moved to the section of via San Bernardino between corso Vittorio Emanuele and via Fortebraccio.

Talks and conferences

SHARPER 2026 - Notte dei Ricercatori

L'Aquila (AQ)

SHARPER 2026, la Notte dei Ricercatori, torna a L'Aquila il 25 settembre 2026 con numerosi eventi pubblici nel centro storico cittadino. La manifestazione prevede spettacoli, incontri e attività divulgative in diverse piazze e vie del centro, richiamando un notevole afflusso di pubblico. Per l'occasione sono previste modifiche alla viabilità con divieti di transito e sosta in diverse aree del centro storico dalle ore 13:00 alle ore 24:00.