The Unmissable Events of the Roman Summer
Summer in Rome is not only a riot of history and millennial art, but also an effervescent period of cultural, musical and gastronomic events that enliven the Eternal City under the starry sky. Here is a guide to the highlights that no visitor or resident should miss.
Festivals and Concerts
Rock in Roma
- Where: Capannelle Racecourse
- When: June – July
- What to expect: One of the biggest music festivals in the city, featuring international artists and up-and-coming bands.
Villa Ada Rome Meets the World
- Where: Villa Ada
- When: June – August
- What to Expect: A festival that combines world music, cultural encounters and a relaxed atmosphere in one of Rome’s largest parks.
Opera Estate at Circus Maximus
- Where: Circus Maximus
- When: July – August
- What to expect: Operatic and classical performances in one of Rome’s most iconic venues, with a breathtaking historic setting.
Outdoor Cinema
Cinema Island
- Where: Tiber Island
- When: June – September
- What to Expect: A film festival offering Italian and international films on the banks of the Tiber.
Cinema in the Square
- Where: Several squares in Rome
- When: June – August
- What to Expect: Free screenings of classics and recent hits in the city’s atmospheric piazzas.
Cultural and Artistic Events
Roman Summer
- Where: Various places throughout the city
- When: June – September
- What to expect: A festival of events including theater, dance, art and street performance.
The Nights of Rome
- Where: Various locations
- When: July – August
- What to expect: Cultural night events, from visits to museums open late to concerts and performances.
Gastronomy and Festivals
Sagra dell’Assunta
- Where: Neighborhood of Castelli Romani
- When: Aug. 15
- What to expect: A traditional festival with religious processions and popular banquets.
Taste of Roma
- Where: Auditorium Parco della Musica
- When: September
- What to Expect: A food festival celebrating Roman cuisine featuring star chefs.
