**Article:**
On January 27, Italy observes Giorno della Memoria, the national Holocaust Remembrance Day, marking 81 years since the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp. Established in 2000, this day is dedicated to remembering the victims of the Shoah and Nazi-Fascist persecution. Across the country, official ceremonies take place, including a keynote address by President Sergio Mattarella.
In Venice, a civic event at Teatro La Fenice features city officials and the Jewish Community president, combining music and readings to honor those deported from the historic Ghetto. Rome’s Memoria genera futuro 2026 programme includes concerts, exhibitions, and the unveiling of new “Stumbling Stone memorials” outside former homes of Holocaust victims. Milan offers free access and guided tours at the Shoah Memorial at Platform 21, the deportation site at the central train station, alongside educational exhibitions and seminars.
Italian state broadcaster RAI will air multiple programmes on the day to highlight the importance of Holocaust remembrance.
**Why this matters**
Remembering the Holocaust helps ensure that the atrocities committed are not forgotten, promoting awareness and education to prevent similar acts of hatred and persecution in the future. Italy’s nationwide events foster reflection on the impact of Nazi-Fascist policies and honor the memory of those who suffered and perished.
Source: NewsData