Shows and Events Pompei

Exploring Shows and Events in Pompeii

🏛️ Pompeii Amphitheater (Anfiteatro Flavio)

• 🗺️ Location: Via Dell’Ampteatrito Flavio, Pompeii, Italy.
• 🕒 Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last admission at 3:00 PM). Closed on December 25th and January 1st.
• 🎫 Tickets: Included in the regular archaeological area ticket (€13 for adults, €7 for EU citizens aged 18-24, free for children under 18 and EU citizens over 65).
• 📅 Events: The amphitheater hosts various events such as concerts, gladiator reenactments, and plays. Check the official Pompeii Archaeological Park website for upcoming shows.
• 💡 Tip: Arrive early to secure a good viewing spot and beat the heat!

Pompeii’s Annual Festivals

• 🎭 Giornata della Memoria (Day of Memory) - Held on August 24th, this event commemorates the day Pompeii was buried by Mount Vesuvius. Activities include a procession and the offering of flowers to the dead.
• 🎨 PompeiArte - A contemporary art festival held in September featuring installations throughout the archaeological site.
• 🧑‍🎤 Giornata dei Gladiatori (Gladiator Day) - In October, reenactments of gladiator fights take place in the amphitheater as part of a larger festival celebrating ancient Roman culture.
• 🎉 Festa di San Rosario (Feast of Saint Roch) - Held on August 16th, this religious feast includes processions, music, and food in Pompeii and neighboring towns.

Tourist Tips

• 🌞 Best time to visit: The early morning or late afternoon offers a cooler and less crowded experience.
• 🚶‍♂️ Getting there: Pompeii is easily accessible by train from Naples or Salerno, or by bus from other nearby towns.
• 💰 Money-saving tip: Consider purchasing the “Pompeii ArcheoPass” (€30 for three days) if you plan to visit multiple sites in the area.
• 📸 Photography: Tripods are not allowed within the archaeological site, but selfie sticks are permitted.