To allow for set-up work and the staging of an official event, the Temple of Venus and Rome area will be closed to the public from Friday 16 October to Saturday 17 October 2026.

On Friday 16 October, only the Terrace of Venus will be closed.

On Saturday 17 October, the Terrace of Venus and the Cella of Rome will be closed from 11.00 until the end of the event.

The Museum of the Roman Forum will remain open.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.