7 Must-See Events in April 2025 in Italy

April is one of the best months to plan a trip to Italy. Spring has finally arrived, with longer days and mild temperatures perfect for enjoying the blooming flowers. April is also full of interesting events, from art exhibitions to international fairs showcasing the best of Made in Italy products. Don't miss the chance to visit Italy this April 2025, indeed you will have the opportunity to experience one of these incredible events and exhibitions. Here you are 7 of the most interesting events to attend in Italy in April 2025.

Italy in April is full of events scheduled in its most famous and fascinating cities, making it the perfect month for a spring break. Easter falls on April 20th this year, and the Italian Liberation Day holiday, commemorating the end of World War II, is on April 25th. With numerous international fairs, events, and art exhibitions, the cultural offerings in April 2025 are diverse and extensive. From north to south, across Italy's most important cities, follow our guide to 7 must-see events in Italy in April 2025.

The most anticipated exhibition of the year, "Caravaggio 2025," will be hosted at Palazzo Barberini, home to the National Gallery of Ancient Art in Rome. This stunning solo exhibition is dedicated to the great artist Michelangelo Merisi, known as Caravaggio. Organized in conjunction with the Jubilee Year, "Caravaggio 2025" is expected to be one of the most important Caravaggio exhibitions ever organized, thanks to the exceptional number of his authentic paintings, including some newly discovered and rarely seen pieces. "Caravaggio 2025" runs from March 7th to July 6th, 2025.

The National Museum of Cinema in Turin celebrates the genius of James Cameron, the renowned director, screenwriter, and producer, with a solo exhibition at the Mole Antonelliana. Featuring documents, objects, and previously unseen works from Cameron's archive, "The Art of James Cameron" is a journey through six decades of his iconic films, such as Aliens, The Terminator, Titanic, and Avatar. The exhibition runs from February 25th to June 15th, 2025.

To celebrate the centenary of Art Déco, Milan hosts an exhibition at Palazzo Reale, the former royal palace located next to the Duomo. A hundred years after the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris, the exhibition explores the lines and shapes of Art Déco through glasswork, textiles, furniture, and jewelry. The "1925 style" influenced the arts and spread its aesthetic canons across Europe and North America during the first part of the 20th century. "Art Déco: The Triumph of Modernity" runs from February 27th to June 29th, 2025.

Venice hosts this year the first major exhibition in Italy of French-Italian artist Tatiana Trouvé at Palazzo Grassi. "The Strange Life of Things" showcases sculptures, large-scale drawings, and site-specific installations, offering insight into Trouvé's creative world. The exhibition features contributions from the Pinault Collection, along with loans from international museums, private collections, and Trouvé's personal archive. "Tatiana Trouvé: The Strange Life of Things" is scheduled from April 6th, 2025, to January 4th, 2026.

One of the most important wine and spirits fairs in the world, Vinitaly is a must-attend event for buyers and wine lovers, showcasing the best of Italian wine and spirits. Since 1967, Vinitaly has been the annual event where attendees can discover and taste famous labels and wines from small producers, as well as a variety of spirits. The fair also offers the opportunity to join conferences, presentations, and workshops focused on the wine industry. The 57th edition of Vinitaly is scheduled in Verona from April 6th to April 9th, 2025.

The Salone del Mobile in Milan is the most important spring event for design lovers, architects, interior designers, and professionals. Since 1961, the Salone del Mobile has showcased the best and most innovative furniture and furnishing products, featuring technological and innovative materials, creativity, and a vision of innovation for interior spaces. A leading design fair, the Salone del Mobile attracts a huge number of exhibitors, visitors, and top brands in the design industry every year. The 2025 edition is scheduled from April 8th to April 13th, 2025.

Rome has never been the perfect place to visit like this year, thanks to the Jubilee Year, which began on December 24th with the opening of the Holy Door in the Vatican by Pope Francis. This spiritual event, attracting millions of visitors (not just Christians), will feature important Easter celebrations. On Holy Thursday, April 17th, the re-enactment of the Washing of the Feet (la lavanda dei piedi) will take place. On Good Friday evening, April 18th, there will be the Stations of the Cross (Via Crucis). On Easter Sunday morning, April 20th, 2025, there will be Holy Mass and the Urbi et Orbi blessing in St. Peter's Square.

Art, fairs, and spiritual events: the cultural offerings in Italy this spring are incredibly varied and interesting. From Rome to Milan, crossing elegant and romantic cities like Venice, Verona, and Turin, choose your next travel destination for your April vacation in Italy. Don't miss the chance to enjoy the spring season in the Italian peninsula while attending one of these cultural events, art exhibitions, or "Made in Italy" fairs.