Fiuggi Expo - Universe of Art and... more
International modern and contemporary art festival in the spa town of Ciociaria
About Fiuggi Expo
An art festival in the heart of Ciociaria
Fiuggi Expo - Universe of Art and... more is an international modern and contemporary art festival that brings the town of Fiuggi, in the province of Frosinone, Lazio, to life every June. The event is primarily held at the Officina della Memoria e dell'Immagine in Piazza Martiri di Nassiriya, an exhibition space that becomes a ten-day meeting point for painters, sculptors, photographers, writers, poets, and musicians from Italy and abroad.
Established in 2022, the festival has grown rapidly to become one of the most recognizable cultural highlights of the spa town's summer season, with a formula that aims to combine artistic exhibition with local promotion and community participation.
Art, literature, and cultural salon
The heart of the event is the collective modern and contemporary art exhibition, accompanied by the Cultural Salon, a daily series of meetings with artists, critics, and authors: book presentations, art critiques, poetry readings, and public debates. The artistic direction is led by Roberto Chiappini, while organizational management is handled by Stefano Giorgilli.
- Exhibition of paintings, sculptures, and photographs by Italian and international artists
- Cultural Salon with book presentations and author meet-and-greets
- Fiuggi Expo awards for figures in culture, sports, and volunteering
- Poetry and singing competitions
Beyond art: music, entertainment, and sports
The "and... more" in the title perfectly captures the spirit of the event: alongside the exhibition halls, there are evenings of live music with tribute bands, cabaret shows, fashion shows, performances by Ciociaria folk groups like Gli Amici del Ciociaro, and tastings of local products. A significant part of the calendar is dedicated to sports and social issues, including the Caput Mundi international youth soccer tournament, which involves teams from neighboring towns and Special Olympics athletes, as well as discussions on bullying and youth issues.
An international perspective
Every year, Fiuggi Expo dedicates space to foreign delegations: in particular, the Leonardo da Vinci Cultural Centre of Montreal brings a group of Canadian artists to Fiuggi, while other diplomatic and institutional representatives participate in the opening days. This international scope, combined with free admission, makes the festival accessible to both residents and the many tourists visiting the spas in summer.
Fiuggi, a city of water and hospitality
Located at an altitude of about 750 meters in the Ernici Mountains, Fiuggi is famous throughout Italy for its mineral waters and the spa tradition that has made it a holiday destination since the 19th century. The medieval old town, the parklands of the springs, and the city's hospitality facilities provide an ideal setting for the festival, which is part of a summer calendar rich in cultural and gastronomic events throughout the Ciociaria region.
Fiuggi Expo — edition 2026
Fiuggi Expo 2026: the fifth edition
Presented at the Lazio Region headquarters, the fifth edition of Fiuggi Expo - Universe of Art and... more was held in Fiuggi from June 11 to 21, 2026, confirming the formula that combines artistic exhibition, cultural meetings, entertainment, and sports initiatives. The artistic direction was curated by Roberto Chiappini, and organizational management by Stefano Giorgilli.
The theme chosen for this edition was inclusion, expressed primarily through the nineteenth edition of the Caput Mundi international soccer tournament, which involved young athletes from the towns of Paliano, Segni, Alatri, and Piglio alongside athletes from the Special Olympics Team Lazio. Alongside sports, the program featured modern and contemporary art exhibitions, with the participation of thirteen artists from the Leonardo da Vinci Cultural Centre of Montreal, and the official presentation of painter and writer Emanuela Lanzi.
The opening evening featured live music, a performance by the folk group Gli Amici del Ciociaro, and cabaret by comedian Marko Tana, as well as the presentation of awards to volunteers and local figures. The following days saw concerts by tribute bands dedicated to Renato Zero, the Beatles, and the Blues Brothers, book presentations, food tastings, and debates on Olympic sports and youth issues with Luca Massaccesi, president of the National Observatory on Bullying and Youth Issues.
Institutional guests included regional sports councilor Elena Palazzo, who received the Fiuggi Expo award, former Lazio Region president Francesco Storace, and Il Tempo director Daniele Capezzone, who was the guest of honor at the closing afternoon alongside writer Silvio Grazioli. Once again, admission was completely free.
Programme Fiuggi Expo 2026
2026 Program (June 11-21)
- June 11 - Inauguration at the Officina della Memoria e dell'Immagine: opening of the modern and contemporary art exhibition, live music, performance by the folk group Gli Amici del Ciociaro, cabaret with Marko Tana, and presentation of the first awards.
- Daily - Exhibition of paintings, sculptures, and poetry; cultural salon with meetings with artists, critics, and writers; presentation by painter and writer Emanuela Lanzi.
- International Section - Works by thirteen artists from the Leonardo da Vinci Cultural Centre of Montreal and participation of foreign delegations.
- Sports and Social - 19th edition of the Caput Mundi international soccer tournament with teams from Paliano, Segni, Alatri, and Piglio and Special Olympics Team Lazio athletes; discussions on bullying and youth issues with Luca Massaccesi.
- Musical Evenings - Concerts by tribute bands dedicated to Renato Zero, the Beatles, and the Blues Brothers.
- June 21 - Closing afternoon with Daniele Capezzone, director of Il Tempo, and writer Silvio Grazioli, author of the historical novel "Il Sentiero del Puledro".
Highlights Fiuggi Expo 2026
- Ten days of international modern and contemporary art festival
- Theme of the edition: inclusion
- 19th edition of the Caput Mundi soccer tournament with Special Olympics athletes
- Thirteen artists from the Leonardo da Vinci Cultural Centre of Montreal
- Tribute bands for Renato Zero, the Beatles, and the Blues Brothers
- Fiuggi Expo Award to regional councilor Elena Palazzo
- Free admission
Prices Fiuggi Expo 2026
Practical information — Fiuggi Expo
Location
Officina della Memoria e dell'Immagine, Piazza Martiri di Nassiriya, Fiuggi (FR). Some sports activities and evening events take place in other city venues.
How to get there
By car: A1 Rome-Naples motorway, exit at Anagni-Fiuggi, then take the SR155 for about 15 km. By train: Anagni-Fiuggi station on the Rome-Cassino line, connected by local bus. Direct bus services are also available from Rome.
Admission
Admission to the festival is free for all days.
Where to stay
Fiuggi has numerous spa hotels, B&Bs, and vacation rentals; booking in advance is recommended during high season.
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Where does it take place — Fiuggi Expo
Officina della Memoria e dell'Immagine
Piazza Martiri di Nassiriya, 03014 Fiuggi