European Archaeological Days 2026

On June 12, 13, and 14, for the European Archaeological Days, Aquileia comes alive with open days at its archaeological sites and excavation sites, special openings, guided tours, experimental archaeology, and music.

📆 FRIDAY, JUNE 12

PRESENTATION
THE XRCulture PROJECT AND ITS APPLICATIONS: 3D DIGITIZATION FOR MUSEUMS
Opening hours: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location: National Archaeological Museum, Via Roma 1

Presentation day of the results of the European XRCulture project. XRculture is a European project that uses new technologies such as artificial intelligence and extended reality (XR) to create high-quality 3D models, immersive experiences, and innovative tools for understanding cultural heritage in museums and cultural institutions across Europe. The project is a collaboration between the Ministry of Culture and the ICCD (Central Institute for Cataloguing and Documentation) and boasts the participation of numerous Italian and international partners, who will discuss and present the results of their work to the public today. Participation is free, but reservations are required: museoaquileiaeventi@cultura.gov.it - +39 0431 91016.
Edited by: National Archaeological Museum of Aquileia, in collaboration with ICCD

INAUGURATION
RESTORING FORM TO LOST THINGS. THE DIATRETA CUP OF AQUILEIA
Time: 3.15pm
Location: National Archaeological Museum, Via Roma 1

Inauguration of the experimental holographic showcase created as part of the XRCulture project – eXplore & Reuse 3D cultural heritage within the Data Space.
Free admission with mandatory reservations at museoaquileiaeventi@cultura.gov.it or 0431 91016.
Edited by: National Archaeological Museum of Aquileia, in collaboration with ICCD

OPENING CONCERT OF THE 2026 BASILICA CONCERT SEASON
Time: 8.45pm
Location: Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia

The Patriarchal Basilica of Aquileia has organized its own annual season of Concerts in the Basilica for the past thirty-eight years. This year's inauguration will be on June 12th.
Free admission with mandatory reservations on the Eventbrite platform.
All information is available on the website www.basilicadiaquileia.it
Edited by: Foundation Society for the Conservation of the Basilica of Aquileia