The 20th Annual Federculture Report offers a detailed update on the state of culture in Italy. The report, which annually analyzes consumption, funding, employment, and tourism in the cultural sector, reveals that the industry is in a phase of consolidation following the post-COVID challenges.
Italian culture began its recovery in 2023, after the struggles caused by the pandemic. The data shows a significant increase in cultural activities, with household spending on culture, recreation, and sports rising by 10%, reaching 101.27 euros per month. This growth reflects a rise in participation in various cultural events, such as concerts (up by 10%), theater (up by 7.7%), museums and exhibitions (up by 10%), and archaeological sites (up by 9%).