Experience different culinary practices through workshops, interactive shows, cooking demonstrations, expert talks, and more.
Explore an interactive space with events and activities focused on farming, food, innovation and traditions, along with international days and years celebrated at FAO.
Stay up to date with our latest events and exhibitions – and don’t miss your chance to take part!
Exhibitions and Events
Rome (Italy)
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Discover the journey From Seeds to Foods
08/10/2026 - 12/10/2026
Join FAO MuNe at the Global Exhibition From Seeds to Foods at the historic Circo Massimo in Rome. Come and discover how seeds and inputs...
Rome (Italy)
Event
International Day of Coffee
01/10/2026
Discover the people, places and stories behind every cup throughout the museum and at the FoodS Lab. Monday, 1 October
Rome (Italy)
Event
From conflict to coexistence: protecting people, wildlife and forests
30/09/2026
Wednesday, 30 September | FoodS Lab
Rome (Italy)
Event
Forests, food and nutrition - sustaining people and the planet
28/09/2026
Monday, 28 September | FoodS Lab
Rome (Italy)
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A taste of Uruguay: masterclass series with Chef Sebastián Manito
21/09/2026 - 23/09/2026
Where flavours, culture and traditions meet...
Rome (Italy)
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Add your voice to change
12/09/2026 - 13/09/2026
On 12 and 13 September, visit the FAO MuNe stand at Jova Summer Party at Circo Massimo. Take a selfie, choose an action for the right to food and join...
Media Highlights
News
Italian President Mattarella’s speech during World Food Day
The Italian President, at the inauguration of the Food and Agriculture Museum and Network (FAO MuNe), recalled that..
NEWS
FAO Director-General launches food education partnership with the City of Rome to mark FAO’s 80th anniversary
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Rome’s municipal authority, Roma Capitale, today launched Together for Food Education...
NEWS
ICCROM and FAO sign a Memorandum of Understanding for the establishment of the Global Food and Agriculture Museum and Network
On the occasion of World Food Day, 16 October 2024, the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM) and the...
NEWS
FAO Announces new Food and Agriculture Museum and Network in Rome during audience with Italian President Mattarella
In a historic audience at the Quirinale Palace today, FAO Director-General QU Dongyu, alongside Italian President Sergio Mattarella...
News
Circo Massimo metro station takes on a new look inspired by FAO's Four Betters
Discover how Circo Massimo Metro Station's new look brings FAO's Four Betters—and a call to action for every passenger—into the daily commute. Where every direction can nourish change.
News
FAO MuNe featured on Rai Dialogo
Discover the Rai Dialogo feature on the Food and Agriculture Museum and Network. Watch the full video.
Past Events
21/8
2026
26/8
2026
FAO MuNe journey continues in Rimini
Rimini (Italy), 21/08/2026 - 26/08/2026
From 21 to 26 August, FAO MuNe comes to the Rimini Meeting with an interactive installation that inspires action. From the stars to our choices, for a more sustainable food future.
23/7
2026
A taste of Lanzarote
Rome (Italy), 23/07/2026
The Foods Lab hosted a cooking show celebrating La Geria, Lanzarote's agricultural system on volcanic sands and one of FAO's GIAHS sites.
21/7
2026
Travel the world at FAO MuNe
Rome (Italy), 21/07/2026
Step into our new immersive experience and journey across the living heritage of Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (GIAHS).
1/7
2026
From Smart Farms to Diverse Foods
Metropolitan City of Rome Capital (Italy), 01/07/2026
At the FoodS Lab, Indonesia's cooking show "From Smart Farms to Diverse Foods" celebrated the country's culinary diversity, highlighting FAO-Indonesia collaboration on fisheries, youth and smart farming.
18/6
2026
Celebrating Sustainable Gastronomy Day
Rome (Italy), 18/06/2026
At the FoodS Lab, Sustainable Gastronomy Day unfolds through cooking, tasting and the story of the Trombolotto, a rare citrus fruit that embodies local food traditions.
17/6
2026
The Flavour of Inclusion: when food creates opportunities
Metropolitan City of Rome Capital (Italy), 17/06/2026
A journey through flavours and cultures with the women of the Food4Rights programme, exploring how food can serve as a bridge for dignity, dialogue and opportunity.
3/6
2026
8/6
2026
FAO MuNe at Venice Climate Week
Metropolitan City of Venice (Italy), 03/06/2026 - 08/06/2026
At the Tolentini Cloister of Università Iuav di Venezia, visitors are invited to walk through the installation, interact with the artworks, and explore the connections between soil, water, biodiversity, people, and our shared future.
29/5
2026
Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish
Rome (Italy), 29/05/2026
To celebrate the International Day of Potato, the FoodS Lab hosted a live cooking show highlighting the potato's rich heritage and versatility.
26/5
2026
27/5
2026
COOPERA 2026 – Italy’s National Conference on Development Cooperation
Rome (Italy), 26/05/2026 - 27/05/2026
On 26 and 27 May, COOPERA 2026 will transform Piazza Pia, in Rome, into an interactive experience showcasing how Italy and FAO are working together to advance sustainable development.
23/5
2026
24/5
2026
Register for FAO Open Day
Rome (Italy), 23/05/2026 - 24/05/2026
Step inside FAO headquarters during the Open Day weekend on Saturday 23 May and Sunday 24 May. Explore the Organization’s building, from its distinctive architecture and meeting rooms to its terrace and unique international art collection, donated by its Members. The experience concludes with an opportunity to also visit the Museum. The registrations will open on 27 April at 18:00 hours and vi...
21/5
2026
Tea Traditions Across Continents
Rome (Italy), 21/05/2026
For International Tea Day, the FoodS Lab celebrates tea traditions from Kenya, Sri Lanka and Québec through tastings and cultural practices.
18/5
2026
22/5
2026
Bee Together for People and the Planet
Rome (Italy), 18/05/2026 - 22/05/2026
From 18 to 22 May, discover a special exhibit in the FoodS Lab celebrating the essential role of bees in keeping people and the planet healthy through culture and innovation.
27/4
2026
13/5
2026
Protecting Maize, Protecting Life
Rome (Italy), 27/04/2026 - 13/05/2026
From 27 April to 13 May, discover Protecting Maize, Protecting Life: a special exhibit exploring how this ancient grain has shaped cultures, cuisines and food security.
15/4
2026
17/4
2026
Sustainable Pompeii at the Fiera Archeo-Agricola dei Territori del Mediterraneo
Pompei (Italy), 15/04/2026 - 17/04/2026
Join FAO at Pompeii, from 15 to 17 April, and discover Sustainable Pompeii: the educational itinerary also available on the MyPompeii app.
20/3
2026
22/3
2026
FAO joins the ACEA Marathon for World Water Day
Roma (Italy), 20/03/2026 - 22/03/2026
ACEA and FAO team up for Run Rome: the Marathon, spotlighting World Water Day.
19/3
2026
Elisa at FAO for the International Day of Forests and World Water Day
Rome (Italy), 19/03/2026
From 19 March, discover Luce Vivente at FAO MuNe: the statement dress worn on stage by Elisa.
11/3
2026
FAO MuNe stand at the inauguration of WOW…
Siena (Italy), 11/03/2026
FAO Director-General, QU Dongyu, will address the inauguration of WOW…, the University of Siena’s new multimedia space showcasing the beauty of agri-food value chains and the innovations supporting entrepreneurs and community wellbeing.
5/3
2026
International Women’s Day Celebration
Rome (Italy), 05/03/2026
A special live cooking show with women farmers will take place at FAO MuNe for International Women’s Day.
10/2
2026
10/3
2026
World Pulses Day at the FAO Museum
10/02/2026 - 10/03/2026
Come and celebrate World Pulses Day at FAO MuNe!