Waiting for AIRES... At the Heart of the Atmosphere
At the Rocca di Sestola (Via Rocca 2, Sestola, Province of Modena), AIRES is taking shape: a new project supported by the Emilia-Romagna Region, in collaboration with the National Research Council (CNR-ISAC), the Italian Air Force (CAMM-AM), ART-ER, Parchi dell'Emilia Centrale, PROAMBIENTE (Bologna CNR Technopole), the Municipality of Sestola, and the Municipality of Modena.
In preparation for the opening of AIRES, Frignano Vivo is offering two exciting programmes during Summer 2026: one designed for the general public and another especially for teenagers.
Waiting for AIRES...
Come and experience the first two interactive exhibits dedicated to the atmosphere and climate.
July and August
- Every Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Exception: Sundays 5, 12, 19 and 26 July, and 2 August, 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Free admission – advance booking is appreciated.
And that's not all! Waiting for AIRES... comes to life with an engaging activity for visitors of all ages. Come and discover your ability to transform yourself!
Only on Sunday afternoons: 9, 16, 23 and 30 August
3:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Free activity – booking is required (see booking form below).
Science4Teens
Scientific discoveries for teenagers ready to get hands-on.
Every Friday in August
4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Friday 7 August – Clouds and the Dirty Secrets of Rain
Friday 14 August – Rainbows, Airships and Hot-Air Balloons
Friday 21 August – A Hole in the Water? Climate Change Explained
Friday 28 August – Energy from the Sun and Entropy from Squirrels
Free of charge – Booking required.
AIRES is a project supported by the Emilia-Romagna Regional Government, developed in collaboration with the National Research Council (CNR-ISAC), the Italian Air Force (CAMM-AM), ART-ER, the Parks of Central Emilia, PROAMBIENTE (Bologna CNR Technopole), the Municipality of Sestola, and the Municipality of Modena.
