Sport in Famiglia
The grand sports village at the EUR Lake in Rome
About Sport in Famiglia
The sports festival in the heart of EUR
Sport in Famiglia has become one of Rome's most anticipated sporting events: every May, the Parco Centrale del Lago dell'EUR becomes a massive open-air village where you can try dozens of disciplines for free. Across an area of over 10,000 square meters of greenery and 85,000 square meters of water, the public doesn't just watch—they hop into canoes, pick up foils, climb, cycle, and hit the field, always assisted by professional athletes and qualified instructors.
Over sixty disciplines, one great park
The program features more than sixty different sports, with the participation of numerous federations, sports promotion bodies, and local associations. Featured disciplines include track and field, climbing, martial arts, soccer, canoeing, cycling, dance, dragon boat, hockey, judo, karate, volleyball, basketball, handball, skating, chess, fencing, water skiing, surfing, archery, sailing, and even skydiving. The proximity to the lake allows for a strong focus on water sports, which are often little-known to the general public.
Three days for schools, families, and health
The event kicks off on Friday with a day dedicated to schools: over a thousand students bring the park to life, supported by hundreds of high schoolers involved in work-study programs (PCTO), putting their organizational and professional skills into practice. The weekend is dedicated to families, featuring demonstrations, free trials, and guided paths for all ages. Health and prevention play a central role, with free medical screenings, cardiac check-ups, and first-aid courses.
A free, inclusive, and sustainable event
Sport in Famiglia was born with a clear social mission: to make sports accessible to everyone, highlight lesser-known disciplines, and promote the inclusion of people with disabilities. Great attention is also paid to the environment, with areas dedicated to environmental education and sustainable mobility. The format, always with free admission, has made the initiative a landmark for Municipality IX and the entire city of Rome, in the Lazio region.
Why it's worth attending
- Admission and activities are completely free for all ages.
- Over 60 disciplines to try firsthand, from water sports to martial arts.
- Free health screenings and medical check-ups.
- A unique setting: the grand park and the EUR lake.
Sport in Famiglia — edition 2026
Eleventh edition at the EUR
The 2026 edition of Sport in Famiglia took place from May 15 to 17 at the Parco Centrale del Lago dell'EUR, confirming its status as one of Rome's largest free sporting events. Three days of trials, demonstrations, and interactive activities among the lawns and waters of the lake, with over 66 disciplines and hundreds of athletes available to the public.
Friday was dedicated to schools, with over a thousand students as protagonists and more than 250 high schoolers engaged in work-study programs. The weekend, open to everyone, offered great new features: guided mountain bike trails, areas dedicated to motorcycling, a simulated ski slope, the return of parkour, and a free bicycle repair workshop. There was also ample space for health, with medical screenings, cardiac check-ups, and first-aid courses.
Programme Sport in Famiglia 2026
Friday, May 15 — School Day: 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM reserved for schools; 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM open to the public.
Saturday, May 16 — 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, with official inauguration at 10:30 AM.
Sunday, May 17 — 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM.
Disciplines on the program: track and field, climbing, martial arts, soccer, canoeing, cycling, dance, dragon boat, fitness, hockey, judo, karate, kickboxing, powerboating, volleyball, basketball, handball, skating, sport fishing, chess, fencing, water skiing, rescue dogs, surfing, taekwondo, archery, sailing, skydiving, and many others. 2026 novelties: mountain biking, motorcycling area, simulated ski slope, parkour, and a free bicycle workshop.
Highlights Sport in Famiglia 2026
- Over 66 sports disciplines to try for free.
- 27 federations, 5 promotion bodies, and more than 300 athletes per day.
- Day dedicated to schools with over 1,000 students.
- 2026 novelties: mountain biking, simulated ski slope, parkour, and motorcycling area.
- Free medical screenings and cardiac check-ups.
Prices Sport in Famiglia 2026
Practical information — Sport in Famiglia
Location
Parco Centrale del Lago dell'EUR, EUR district, Rome (Municipality IX), Postal Code 00144.
How to get there
By Metro Line B, get off at EUR Palasport or EUR Fermi, just a few minutes' walk from the lake. By car, take the EUR exit from the Grande Raccordo Anulare; during the event, public transport is recommended due to high attendance.
Admission
Access and activities are free, with no reservation required. Some specific trials may require on-site registration at the federation stands.
Tips
Wear comfortable sportswear, and bring water and sunscreen. The event is designed for children and families, with shaded areas available throughout the park.
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Where does it take place — Sport in Famiglia
Parco Centrale del Lago dell'EUR
Parco Centrale del Lago, 00144 Roma