Events during the year 2002 in Italy.
Incumbents President: Carlo Azeglio Ciampi Prime Minister: Silvio Berlusconi
Events 1 January — The Euro Currency officially became the legal tender for Italy, along with the other European Union (EU) Eurozone member area countries, replacing the Italian lira by being introduced physically with the official launch of the currency coins and banknotes. 30 January – Cogne case 18 April – 2002 Pirelli Tower plane crash 28 May – 2002 Rome summit 31 October – 2002 Molise earthquakes
Sports 2002 Giro d'Italia 2002 Milan Indoor 2002 Milan–San Remo 2002 Italian motorcycle Grand Prix 2002 San Marino Grand Prix Serie B 2001–02 Serie B 2002–03
Arts 59th Venice International Film Festival
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