Discover the Temporary Exhibitions of the Viareggio Carnival 2026: a journey through art, papier-mâché, allegory and satire, revealing the creative and critical soul of the festival. The exhibitions explore the history, symbols and values of the Carnival through images, sketches and original works, following the theme of colour at the heart of the Fuori Corso programme.

Viareggio–Napoli
Andata/Ritorno
22 gennaio – 22 febbraio

The exhibition takes visitors on a journey between past and present, between Burlamacco and Pulcinella, through a selection of images of historic floats dedicated to Naples and its icons, from Totò to Maradona.
Venue: Fondazione FOQUS, Quartieri Spagnoli – Napoli.

Colore, Musica e Maschere
Rosso, Bianco e Nero. Burlamacco e oltre…
31 gennaio – 19 aprile

Colour is the primary language of the Viareggio Carnival. Hosted at the Carnival Museum, this exhibition explores the meaning of colour in social history and art, with particular focus on the symbolic value of white, red and black—the colours of Burlamacco, the iconic mask created by Uberto Bonetti. A journey through emotion, creativity and visual communication.
Venue: Museo del Carnevale di Viareggio.

Colori Ribelli
Il Carnevale contro la Guerra
27 gennaio – 15 marzo

The Viareggio Carnival as a critical voice on the world. The exhibition presents sketches from the 1960s to the 2000s addressing the themes of war and peace, blending satire, protest and poetry. A visual narrative that highlights the dynamics of international politics and major global crises through the eyes of master float designers.
Sede: Parco Nazionale della Pace di Sant’Anna di Stazzema.