Discover all the markets planned for this month in Rome!
October marks the real restart of Rome’s market season. After the summer break the city’s independent markets are back, several of them with new venues, new formats and news worth flagging. Here are the ones to keep on your radar this month.
Unique Mkt
Two to start with. Unique Mkt returns for its autumn edition on October 10-11 at Industrie Fluviali, in the heart of the Ostiense district. Dedicated to contemporary craftsmanship and well-made, original products, it brings together selected exhibitors from across Italy over several floors, in one of the most striking spaces on Rome’s market scene.
Unconventional Market Rome
Later in the month comes Unconventional Market, on October 24-25 at Mediterraneo al MAXXI. Rome’s independent fashion and design market features emerging brands, craft and creativity, with music and DJ sets throughout the weekend. It’s one of the best places in the city to discover new labels and one-of-a-kind pieces.
There’s plenty more to explore. For vinyl lovers, Vinyl Village returns to Monk Rome on October 3.
The VGMT Market (Vintage Market) goes itinerant for the first time, opening at Forte Trionfale Hub (Ex Officina) on October 10-11 with 120 exhibitors of vintage furniture, design, posters, memorabilia and collectibles.
Ficus al Massimo is back at Garum Museo della Cucina, facing the Circus Maximus, on October 10-11 and again on October 24-25, with vintage items, handmade creations, floral design, fashion, ceramics, illustrations and vinyl.
Modern Mrkt returns with a special “uncommon & rare” edition on October 17-18, with a preview on October 16, also at Forte Trionfale Hub (Ex Officina). The focus this time is on unusual, hard-to-find and collectible pieces, with an outdoor food and drink area and a vintage DJ set.
Japan lovers can look forward to Japan Days at Ippodromo Capannelle on October 24-25, with artisanal goods and cultural workshops.
The Green Market is back with a new home at Hacienda on October 25: sustainable craft, small local producers, holistic treatments and a plant-based food corner. Open from 10:30am to 7pm, with free entry and an optional donation.
Every weekend, there’s also Merkat*, the market at Alcazar Live in Trastevere, with vintage, artisanal and handmade stalls and DJ sets throughout the day.
Be sure to explore these markets and discover the treasures they have to offer.
Discovering the best things to do in Rome in October
As Rome welcomes the cooler temps of October, it also welcomes new opportunities, events and adventures for visitors. Whether you’re a film enthusiast excited for the screenings and encounters at the Festa del Cinema, an art aficionado ready to immerse yourself in numerous exhibitions , or simply someone eager to party along to live music, Rome has something in store for everyone this October. In this article we have gathered some of the best events in October 2026 in Rome. Take your pick and enjoy.
Exhibitions this October in Rome
October is one of the richest months of the year for art in Rome, with the autumn blockbusters now open and a wave of new shows joining them.
The season’s biggest draw remains Vassily Kandinsky at Palazzo Bonaparte, the first monographic show devoted to the Russian master of abstraction in Rome in 25 years. Advance booking is recommended.
At the Museo Storico della Fanteria, from 17 October, Renato Guttuso: Mediterranean Soul pays tribute to one of the great figures of 20th-century Italian painting.
Two major openings follow: Keith Haring at the Museo di Roma – Palazzo Braschi, with over 140 works from the Nakamura Collection tracing his path from New York subway drawings to his final paintings, and Pontormo at the Scuderie del Quirinale, the first monographic exhibition ever dedicated to the Florentine master of Mannerism, built around loans from the Uffizi.
Two more not to miss: AQVA at the Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana, opening the five-year cycle Catastrophe and Wonder with JR, Bill Moran and chef Fulvio Pierangelini, and, from October 17, FOOD. The Taste in Art at the Chiostro del Bramante.
October in Rome promises to be a month filled with electrifying live music performances that will captivate music enthusiasts of all genres. From rock legends to indie sensations and everything in between, the city’s concert scene is set to deliver an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re into classic hits, contemporary tunes, or experimental sounds, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant music culture of Rome!
October is when Romaeuropa Festival really hits its stride. The 41st edition is one of the richest ever, with 100 shows, 240 performances and around 1000 artists from all over the world, and the autumn months bring the densest part of the programme: music, theatre, dance, digital arts and work created for younger audiences, staged at venues across the city.
The festival dedicated to the contemporary Italian trattoria returns to Rome for its second edition, this time stretched over eight days with around 60 chefs and 20 dinners across the city. Hypertrattoria celebrates the format that has done more than any other to shape how Italy eats: informal, regional, family-run, and now being reinvented by a generation of young cooks. Rather than a single venue, the festival unfolds as a series of collaborative dinners in trattorias and restaurants around Rome, each bringing together kitchens from different parts of the country for one night only.
Romics is the semiannual comic book, animation, and gaming convention in Rome. Taking place over four days, the convention will include special exhibitions, previews for upcoming works and meet-and-greets with authors and publishers.
Tevere Day returns from 2 to 11 October for ten days dedicated to the river that made Rome. More than 130 events unfold along the Tiber, from boat trips, guided walks and the Vogalonga regatta to open-air sport, clean-ups, talks and family workshops, in a part of the city most Romans cross every day but rarely set foot on. The highlight is Saturday 10 October, when thousands of flowers are handed out on six bridges to be cast into the current. It’s also one of the rare chances to see Rome from the water rather than from the street.
For one weekend Rome becomes a single open-air concert hall. Piano City arrives in the capital for the first time on 3 and 4 October with more than 200 free concerts, over 100 pianos and around 130 musicians across 90 locations in every district, from the historic centre to Ostia.
Born in Berlin in 2010 and already established in Milan and Palermo, the format turns squares, parks, museums, metro stations and even boats on the Tiber into stages, with 48 hours of continuous music from dawn concerts to late-night sets. It also includes House Concerts, intimate performances hosted by Romans who open their homes and their pianos to the public. The festival closes in Piazza del Campidoglio with Leonora Armellini, Gilda Buttà and Rita Marcotulli.
Now in its sixth edition, Roma Jewelry Week returns from 8 to 11 October, four days dedicated to contemporary, artist-made and goldsmith jewellery across the city. This year’s theme is The Crown of Ingenuity: jewelry as a story, a journey through the last 80 years of Italian art and culture, where design, craft and memory come together in a single contemporary object. Expect exhibitions, open workshops and encounters with designers and goldsmiths in galleries and studios around Rome.
The Ottobrata Monticiana returns to liven up the Monti neighborhood: three days filled with events, exhibitions, shows, and concerts to rekindle the cheerful and carefree spirit of the Romans who once participated in the famous roman “Ottobrate”. These were traditional Sunday trips outside the city that took place in the month of October, coinciding with the beautiful sunny days and the grape harvest.
EurHop, Rome’s craft beer festival, returns from 9 to 11 October for its twelfth edition at the Salone delle Fontane in the heart of the EUR district. Over 800 beers flow from 400 taps, poured by 88 breweries hand-picked by Manuele Colonna, one of the leading figures on the European craft beer scene: 74 from across Italy and 14 from countries including Belgium, Germany, Denmark and England. Many of the brewers are there in person to present their best beers of the year and preview the season ahead.
Rome’s Rose Garden (Roseto Comunale) welcomes the public to enjoy its autumn blossoms. Situated on the slopes of the Aventine hill, offering a beautiful view of the Circus Maximus, this enchanting garden is a sanctuary boasting over 1,200 unique rose varieties, many of which showcase their vibrant blooms during the autumn season.
October 9 – 11 | Longines Global Champions Tour Roma 2026
The “Formula 1 of show jumping” returns to Rome for the 14th leg of the 2026 circuit, which also marks the Tour’s 20th-anniversary season. For this special edition the event moves to the Ippodromo Militare di Tor di Quinto, home of the 8th Lancieri di Montebello Regiment and the cradle of modern show jumping, where Federigo Caprilli revolutionised the art of riding. Over three days, the world’s top rider–horse pairs will compete before the Tour heads to Cairo (Oct 22–24), the Rabat Finals (Oct 30 – Nov 1) and the season-deciding GC Playoffs in Riyadh (Nov 18–21).
For the first time, Romadiffusa takes over the Esquilino, the most multicultural district in Rome. For two days, from morning to night, the neighbourhood becomes a creative playground: live music and DJ sets in Piazza Vittorio, exhibitions staged inside grocery shops, bookshops and bars, open studios of artists and artisans, rooftop parties, private homes opened to the public, installations at the Esquilino Market, performances under the porticoes and at Palazzo Merulana, talks at the Acquario Romano, stand-up comedy in local bars, and tours and workshops at the Accademia Costume & Moda. The idea is to read a familiar part of the city through the people who make it, turning everyday places into venues for two days.
The Festa del Cinema di Roma returns for its 21st edition, running a day longer than planned: the festival now opens on 13 October and closes on 25. It begins with Il rumore delle cose nuove by Paolo Genovese, presented in the Grand Public section, with an opening ceremony hosted by Ema Stokholma. Among the names announced is Javier Bardem, who receives this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award. The Auditorium Parco della Musica, designed by Renzo Piano, hosts the main screening theatres, while the avenue leading to the Cavea becomes one of the world’s grandest red carpets. Beyond the Auditorium, screenings, talks and encounters spread across cinemas and venues throughout the city.
GranMotori makes its debut at the Tenuta di Fiorano, a private estate on the Via Appia Antica owned by the Boncompagni Ludovisi family and never before open to the public. Across four days its 200-plus hectares fill with more than 200 cars and motorcycles, from vintage models and youngtimers to supercars, brought to life on a 1.4 km track with timed races, parades and runs by professional drivers. Off the track there are ACI regularity competitions in the paddock, four freestyle motocross shows a day, a driving simulator included with the ticket, live talks at the Wheel Theatre and street food curated by the team behind Taste of Roma.
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October 18 | Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon
The Wizz Air Rome Half Marathon by Brooks is an unmissable event for sport enthusiasts this October. Now in its third edition, it takes place on Sunday 18 October 2026, starting at 8am from a new location under the Roman walls at Porta Ardeatina and finishing, as always, at the Colosseum. The 21.1 km route winds through the historic streets of Rome, passing iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, the Baths of Caracalla, Piazza Navona and more. Alongside the main race there is the Longevity Run, a non-competitive 5 km focused on prevention and wellbeing, and a Charity Program that lets participants raise funds for non-profit organisations.
Now in its eleventh edition, Rome Art Week is a citywide annual event entirely dedicated to contemporary art. It offers the public a broad view of Rome’s contemporary scene through hundreds of free initiatives: exhibitions in galleries and institutions, artists’ open studios, and cultural projects. During RAW week, artists open their studios to enthusiasts, collectors, and professionals, while curators showcase their research through exhibitions and cultural events hosted across the city.
Maker Faire Rome returns to the Gazometro Ostiense from 23 to 25 October 2026 for its 14th edition, with something for everyone from curious kids to creative, tech-loving adults. Innovators come from across Europe to present new ideas on hot topics such as artificial intelligence, robotics, aerospace, digital manufacturing, healthcare and the circular economy. Attendees can also experience these ideas hands-on through the fair’s workshops and educational activities for all ages.
Explore Rome’s markets in all their variety: vintage finds and collectibles, artisan craft, independent fashion and design, plus food and wellness-focused markets with something for every taste.
Vinyl Village – Monk Rome – 3 October
Ficus al Massimo – Garum Museo della Cucina 10-11 October
VGMT Market – Forte Trionfale Hub, Ex Officina – 10-11 October
Three days of events in the Monti neighborhood to relive the charm of the roman “Ottobrate”
Ottobrata Monticiana returns to enliven Rione Monti, Rome’s first and oldest district. From October 9th to 11th, 2026, enjoy three days of initiatives: wellness and sports activities, exhibitions, shows, and concerts that revive the cheerful, carefree spirit of Romans who once celebrated the famous Ottobrate Romane. These were traditional Sunday trips outside the city that took place in the month of October, coinciding with the beautiful sunny days and the grape harvest.
The Ottobrata Monticiana retraces these memories, encapsulating them within the Monti District. This initiative was born after AS Roma’s 1983 Scudetto victory, thanks to the efforts of Prof. Adolfo Cecilia, the founder of the Associazione culturale ricreativa e sportiva Rione Monti, whichaimed at preserving and passing on the traditions and identity of Monti. The goal was to bring together Monticians who had moved to other neighborhoods over the years or were about to do so.
Since that first edition, the Ottobrata Monticiana has become a tradition and a regular event for both old and new Monticians, as well as for tourists and visitors who come to experience the neighborhood’s genuine and authentic atmosphere.
The three-day programme, running from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October, is packed. The 2026 edition brings the district to life starting from the main stage in Piazza Madonna dei Monti, alongside the events on the Scalinata degli Ibernesi and the moonlight concerts in Largo Visconti Venosta, with many more initiatives spread across the whole district. Beyond concerts and performances, there are exhibitions and roving events, plus workshops open to all ages.
Friday 9 October
Piazza Madonna dei Monti
16:30–17:00 — Carabinieri Band
17:30–18:00 — Address by the Municipio administration
18:00–18:30 — Awards for the district’s historic businesses (presented by Councillor Cristina Michitelli)
18:30–19:30 — Francesca Bessi, “Tutte le notti in sogno”, Roman songs (accompanied by Corrado Amici)
20:30–21:30 — Stefy Camboni (piano and vocals) and Massimo Mattia
22:00–22:30 — Ottobrata Monticiana lottery draw
22:30–23:30 — Massimo Mattia & Greta Mattia
Scalinata degli Ibernesi
20:00–21:30 — Monti canta Napoli, with Romolo Bianco (vocals and guitar)
Largo Visconti Venosta
20:00–22:00 — Canzoni in prestito, Mirai band & Aula 7
Over the three days the district will also come alive with roving performances (Rugantino & Rosetta, the Lodi Circus, and the Società di Danza in period costume), widespread exhibitions, guided tours, and workshops for all ages.
One of the highlights of 2026 is City Adventure, which turns Rione Monti into a large open-air urban game across all three days of the festival. You download the app (iOS and Android), follow a route through the alleys and squares, and play by the “play, shoot, discover, win” formula: historical riddles to solve, questions to answer and hidden details to photograph, with a final leaderboard and prizes up for grabs. There is no set start time: you begin whenever you like, on your own or as a team. All the info and rules are at cityadventure.it.
Here is a day-by-day rundown of the exhibitions, cultural initiatives and roving events of Ottobrata Monticiana 2026.
Exhibitions (all three days)
Giuseppe di Legge, “I Luoghi dell’Uomo” and Federico Ruxo, “L’Immaginario Marino” – Bar La Licata, Via dei Serpenti 165 – 9, 10 and 11 October, 07:45–21:30
Micro Art Shop – Via Tor de’ Conti 21 – the “Just One Day” flash-exhibition format with a rotating line-up of illustrators, plus the SLURP graphic project on show at Bar La Licata – 11:00–19:30
“Stagioni d’Oriente” by Francesca Maffucci – Galleria Moca, Via degli Zingari 1 – Friday 10:00–13:30 and 15:00–18:30, Saturday and Sunday 15:00–18:30
Mostra delle Macchine parlanti e degli Organetti, by Mario Valentini – Via dei Serpenti 35, c/o FITEL – Friday 16:00–20:00, Saturday 10:00–13:00 and 18:00–22:00
Yarn Bombing, textile art installation (AssemblAbili GlobAli OdV) – Cavour metro exit, Piazza della Suburra – installation on view across the three days, with an open workshop 10:30–12:30
Roving events (all three days)
Rugantino & Rosetta – roving, starting from Via del Pozzuolo – 18:00–20:00
Lodi Circus, a circus show with stilt-walkers, acrobats and jugglers – roving – Friday and Saturday, 20:00–22:00
La Tavolata Monticiana – Via del Grifone – 17:00–20:00 – three open discussions with experts and institutions: Friday Environment and quality of life, Saturday Maintenance, upkeep and safety, Sunday Over-tourism and its impact on the district
Friday 9 October
Convento di San Bonaventura (14:30–15:30) – free guided visit, booking required, limited places
Gran Ballo dell’Ottocento (20:00–21:30) – a roving period-costume performance by the Società di Danza Circolo Nomentano, starting from Largo Corrado Ricci
Agriculturando – extra-virgin olive oil and Rome’s farming past (from 19:00) – Via della Madonna dei Monti 86 – a talk with an Oculus virtual-reality experience, 45-minute slots, max 15 people, booking required
Saturday 10 October
Istituto Centrale di Patologia degli Archivi e del Libro (11:30–12:30 and 14:30–15:30) – guided visit, max 25 people, booking required
Mathias Menanteau’s violin-making workshop (12:00–13:00 and 16:30–17:30) – visit, max 15 people, booking required
Convento di San Bonaventura (14:30–15:30) – free guided visit, booking required
All’ombra delle Torri (16:30) – roving guided tour with Dr Alessandra Rossi, meeting point in Piazza del Grillo
Rione writers in the bookshop (17:00–18:00) – Libreria 220, Via Panisperna 220
Schola Cantorum di Roma, sacred music (18:30–20:00) – Santa Maria ai Monti parish church
Marco Agamennone on the Capofarfa farm (19:00–20:00) – Via Madonna dei Monti 86
Sunday 11 October
Fitness & More with Rome by Run and WIP Fitness (from 09:00) – Piazza Madonna dei Monti and Largo Gaetana Agnesi – a running tour of about 7 km at 9:00, HYROX functional training for adults at 10:00 and 11:00, WIP Kids (ages 8–16) at 12:00 – free, limited places
Games for children (11:00–13:00) – Via Baccina at the corner of Via del Grifone – free ice cream from Il Gelatone for the children taking part
Gli uomini illustri di Monti (11:00) – roving guided tour with Dr Alessandra Rossi, meeting point in Piazza Madonna dei Monti
Il cinema a Monti (16:00) – roving guided tour with Dr Alessandra Rossi, meeting point in Piazza Madonna dei Monti
Workshops
Hands-on, informative sessions blending tradition, craft and creativity, open to the public and in many cases by booking.
Mani che creano – LabCreativo (Arte e Moda in Corso, FITEL) – Via dei Serpenti 35 – free workshops in crochet and amigurumi, sewing and dressmaking, watercolour and creative arts, with demonstrations of embroidery and tatting. Saturday: crochet 15:00–16:30 (max 20) and watercolour 16:30–18:30 (max 15). Info: 388 1626760
Lost-wax craftwork and life drawing – Sottobosco, Via Baccina 40 – Friday and Saturday, 10:30–23:00
Candle Store, workshop with Koche Dama – Via dei Serpenti 127 – Friday and Saturday, 17:00–18:30 – max 4 people, by booking
Gold leaf on fabric + demonstration – Via degli Zingari 37 – Saturday, 11:00–13:00
Build your own themed book, workshop for children (ages 4–8) – Libreria 220, Via Panisperna 220 – Saturday, 15:00–21:30
Yarn Bombing, textile art workshop – Cavour metro exit, Piazza della Suburra – across the three days, 10:30–12:30 – open to all, learn to make woollen flowers with the volunteers
Agriculturando, extra-virgin olive oil between health and history – Via della Madonna dei Monti 86 – across the three days from 19:00, 45-minute slots, max 15 people, booking required, with an Oculus virtual-reality experience on the world of the olive tree
Over 200 free piano concerts across Rome on 3 and 4 October
For the first time, Rome is hosting Piano City. On 3 and 4 October, more than 100 pianos will be placed around the city for over 200 free concerts, performed by more than 130 artists, from established names to young Conservatory graduates. The line-up includes Nik Bärtsch, Rita Marcotulli, Leonora Armellini, Cesare Picco, Ramon Valle, Giovanni Guidi, Anna Gourari, Andrea Morricone, Gilda Buttà, Dénes Várjon, Dominik Wania and Andrea Lucchesini.
Concerts will take place in over 90 venues: monumental squares and concert halls, parks and museums, pubs and private homes, bridges and boats on the Tiber, metro stations and shopping centres, from the historic centre to the outer suburbs. The music ranges from classical and jazz to pop, rock, folk and electronic.
4pm, Spanish Steps: Seville-born pianist Laura de los Ángeles plays flamenco from the top of the steps.
5.30pm, Parco Tor Tre Teste: Angelo Pelini of Têtes de Bois performs the songs of Claudio Baglioni.
6.30pm, Ostia pier: Francesco D’Errico plays Antônio Carlos Jobim by the sea.
7pm, Palazzo Poli (Trevi Fountain): an evening of water-inspired music in the Sala Dante.
7.30pm, Teatro Palladium: Rita Marcotulli in concert.
10pm, Pantheon: Cesare Picco gives the world premiere of music from his new EP Edge, out on Decca Records at the end of October.
Sunday 4 October
6.45am, Pincio: a sunrise concert with Gilda Buttà, Ennio Morricone’s long-time pianist, playing the Maestro’s music.
10.30am to 8.30pm, Piazza di Pietra: a Chopin marathon in the Temple of Hadrian, from preludes in the morning to nocturnes at night.
12pm, MAXXI: Andrea Riccio performs Philip Glass’s études alongside original video works by Shirin Neshat and others.
From 3.30pm, Metro A: two travelling concerts on board a train between Anagnina and Battistini.
4pm to 8pm, Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere: an afternoon of Battiato, Glass, Debussy and Sakamoto, closing with Alessandro Martire.
6.30pm, Giardino degli Aranci: Jacopo Petrucci plays Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition on the Aventine.
6.30pm, Casa Sordi: Andrea Morricone and Cecilia Grillo play Ennio Morricone in Alberto Sordi’s former villa.
Grand finale, 9pm, Piazza del Campidoglio: Leonora Armellini, Gilda Buttà and Rita Marcotulli share the stage, followed by Pianobici, a convoy of bikes fitted with speakers carrying music into the suburbs through the night.
Concerts at home
Anyone with a piano can host a house concert for friends and neighbours, with the pianist provided by Piano City. A few are open to the public on booking, including Salotto Papale (Andrea Riccio, 4 October at 6pm) and Marco Arcieri’s villa (4 October from 5pm). To book, email [email].
Beyond the concert hall
Piano City also reaches places closed to the public: young pianists from Piano City Kids will play for patients at Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital, Marco Arcieri will perform Chopin for guests of the Caritas hostel at Termini, and there are concerts at a seniors’ centre in Ostiense. Luiss University hosts readings and talks, including a Scarlatti reading-concert with writer Alberto Riva and Leonora Armellini (4 October, 4pm).
Practical info
All concerts are free. Some venues require booking. Full programme on pianocityroma.it.
Looking for a moody, cool jazz bar hidden in a fashionable part of town with cocktails, great live music and a good aperitivo?
Charity Cafe, with its fully-stocked bar specializing in whiskey, rum and killer shaken concoctions, is the jazz & blues aficionado’s dream. It’s gritty New York and Roman elegance fused with music nights ranging from Chicago blues to Harlem jazz standards. Situated on Monti’s iconic Via Panisperna, this small big locale offers live music from Tuesday to Sunday.
The musical scene is the following: 60s and 70sClassic Rock, Soul and Folk every Tuesday with Andy’s Corner; Blues Jam & Friends on Wednesday; Jam Session Jazz on Thursday; Jazz Night on Friday, and a groovy Blues Night on Saturday, all from 10 pm. On Sunday there’s an Early Concerto: live music from 7 pm to 9.30 pm.
The concerts take place in two sets, and given that there are not many indoor seats available, the Charity Cafe has introduced an ‘American’ style system, meaning that each set will be tied to obligatory consumption of €10. You wish to dine at the Cafe, and enjoy a lovely meal alongside the music? You’re more than welcome to!
Rome’s independent fashion and design market returns to Mediterraneo, inside the MAXXI complex, with a curated line-up of emerging brands, DJ sets and a real community feel.
Unconventional Market is a Rome-based format dedicated to independent fashion, craft, design and creativity. Launched in Rome in 2024, with eighteen editions behind it, it has become one of the go-to appointments for discovering independent talent in the city. The idea is straightforward: give emerging brands, artisans and creatives a real showcase and a place to sell.
Through the end of the year the market is resident at Mediterraneo, the restaurant and garden inside the MAXXI complex on Via Guido Reni. Each edition turns the space into a creative hub where shopping meets entertainment, in a relaxed, contemporary setting.
The heart of the event is its selection of exhibitors: contemporary craft, forward-looking fashion, design, illustration and collectibles. It is a chance to spot new trends early and take home one-off pieces you won’t find in mainstream shops.
There is more to it than shopping. Continuous DJ sets run from late morning to aperitivo hour, setting the mood as visitors browse. The format also introduces a new music strand created with DJ Martina Alegra Tirone, designed to give young DJs from the Roman scene their own space and visibility.
The wider goal is to build a series of recurring, recognisable dates across the year, bringing together exhibitors, creative projects, music and entertainment. More than a market, it is meant to be a regular meeting point for the city’s community.
Next edition
When: Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 October 2026 Hours: 11:00 to 20:00 Where: Mediterraneo al MAXXI, Via Guido Reni 4A, Rome
MAGEÍA is a new three-day festival running from 17 to 19 September 2026 at Palazzo Esposizioni in Rome, pairing a free daytime art installation with three nights of DJ sets and live music. Created and produced by Lux Entertainment, the format brings together visual art, sound experimentation and new technology inside one of the landmark venues on via Nazionale.
For three days the building’s monumental architecture becomes part of the work, as light, material and sound play against the volumes of the exhibition halls in a composition that shifts through the day. The name comes from the Greek magheía, evoking transformation and wonder, the guiding idea behind a project designed to bring different audiences and generations together.
The visual side is led by Quiet Ensemble, a studio known for its research into light, technology and perception. For MAGEÍA they present a site-specific piece that reworks some of their best-known installations in dialogue with the spaces of the Palazzo. From 10am to 4pm the halls are open free of charge, a chance to walk through the transformed building without a ticket.
Three nights of music
From 6pm to 2am the focus turns to music, with a different lineup each evening.
Thursday 17 September, No Limits Party. The opening night celebrates Rome’s own scene, with Gemitaiz, Sine, Gengis, Frenetik and Whtrtrsh behind the decks.
Friday 18 September, Club Culture. A night built around the dancefloor, mixing Italian and international names: a live set from Elasi, a DJ set by Korean artist Shubostar, Whitesquare, and clubbing heavyweight Alex Neri, with more special guests.
Saturday 19 September, French Touch. The closing night pays tribute to the movement that shaped European electronic music, with Breakbot & Irfane among the headliners.
The evening programme is for over-18s only. Info and tickets at mageia.it.
Looking for the best exhibitions in Rome this autumn 2026? Rome is preparing to welcome art lovers with a full season of exhibitions, featuring some of the biggest names in art history alongside modern and contemporary masters. From Kandinsky‘s leap into abstraction to Keith Haring‘s street-born visual language, by way of Pontormo‘s Mannerist genius, Rembrandt‘s revolutionary etchings and the Mediterranean colour of Guttuso, the autumn scene promises a journey through time, borders, culture and artistic expression.
Palazzo Bonaparte opens the season with a major retrospective on Vassily Kandinsky, bringing together around seventy works that trace the artist’s entire path across Russia, Germany and France. The show follows his early figurative years, the birth of abstraction in Munich, his return to Russia during the revolutionary period, the Bauhaus years and his final Parisian phase. A significant part of the works comes from the collections of the Centre Pompidou. The exhibition is curated by Angela Lampe.
The Historical Museum of the Infantry pays tribute to one of the greatest printmakers of all time with a show devoted to Rembrandt’s graphic work. Curated by Patrizia Foglia, it brings together around fifty works on loan from public and private collections, including the etching Self-Portrait with Saskia featured on the exhibition poster. The selection captures the revolutionary force of his prints: light and shadow, the sacred and the everyday, self-portraits and scenes of daily life, all used to probe the depth of the human soul.
Rembrandt: Absolute Black. The Revolution of Etching
Palazzo Braschi presents more than 140 works and documents, drawn largely from the Nakamura Keith Haring Collection. The path runs across the artist’s whole career, from his early New York pieces to the celebrated Subway Drawings, alongside political posters, sculptures, paintings and works from his final years. The show reconstructs the visual language with which Haring turned the line into an immediate, instantly recognizable public sign. New York and the urban culture of the 1980s form the essential backdrop, where art, music, the street, activism and pop culture all enter the same visual system.
Keith Haring
Museo di Roma at Palazzo Braschi
October 6, 2026 to April 11, 2027
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The Scuderie del Quirinale stage the first major monographic exhibition ever dedicated to Pontormo. Produced in partnership with the Uffizi Galleries, it brings together the artist’s key masterpieces and presents him as one of the most original figures in sixteenth-century Florentine painting, at the turning point between the High Renaissance and Mannerism. The show follows how the classical language is transformed into a deeply personal style, with works on loan from the Uffizi and from major Italian and international institutions. Curated by Cristina Acidini with a team of specialists in the Florentine Cinquecento.
Pontormo
Scuderie del Quirinale
October 9, 2026 to February 7, 2027
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The Historical Museum of the Infantry also hosts a tribute to the Sicilian master Renato Guttuso, one of the leading figures of twentieth-century Italian painting. Curated by Vittorio Sgarbi with Marina Giordano, the show gathers around sixty works spanning the 1930s to the 1980s, including the oil Ritratto di Mimise con il cappello rosso, together with drawings and prints. The selection highlights the visual, symbolic and chromatic elements rooted in Mediterranean culture and reworked by the painter from Bagheria.
Rome’s biggest wine event returns to Villa Borghese from September 7 to 13
The 23rd edition of Vinòforum returns to Rome from September 7 to 13, 2026, once again in the stunning setting of Piazza di Siena in Villa Borghese. Over seven evenings, visitors can taste their way through 3,200 labels from 800 wineries, alongside a line-up of acclaimed chefs, restaurants and producers.
Beyond the tasting stands, the program features guided tastings, show cooking sessions and signature dinners bringing together top chefs, master pizzaioli and industry experts to celebrate the flavors and terroirs of Italian and international food and wine.
What’s on the program
At the heart of the event are the Wine Top Tastings, twice-nightly masterclasses guiding the public through some of the most prestigious wineries and surprising terroirs in Italy and beyond.
Back by popular demand are the Casa Barolo tastings, dedicated to one of Italy’s noblest wines: Barolo and the wines of the Langhe.
This year’s edition also welcomes the Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium as a special partner, with guided tastings and events marking the Rome launch of the first Parmigiano Reggiano Tasters Course, starting in October. Olive oil lovers can join Unaprol and Evooschool for guided tastings of Italian extra virgin olive oil, exploring different cultivars and food pairings.
The gastronomic highlight of the week is The Night Dinner series, organized in collaboration with La Molisana. This year’s theme, Human Factor. Past. Present. Future, pays tribute to the human touch in the culinary arts. Each dinner unfolds in several acts (memory, gesture, vision), accompanied by images and music, turning the evening into an immersive experience paired with great wines.
Alongside the dinners, the Temporary Restaurants return with the theme Rome: Roots and Future, weaving the city’s culinary traditions together with their most contemporary interpretations: over 20 restaurants and 40 dishes across 7 days.
Pizza lovers are in for a treat with Pizza d’Autore, co-produced with Molino Caputo: six exclusive dinners hosted by some of Italy’s most respected masters of the craft, exploring unexpected pairings of doughs, flours and premium ingredients.
Vinòforum will also host the final of La Città della Pizza, the national competition dedicated to discovering Italy’s emerging pizza talent. On Sunday, September 13, seven finalists will compete for the title of best up-and-coming pizzaiolo of the year.
Talks, workshops and exhibitions on innovation: over 400 events across more than 150 venues
After a record-breaking edition with more than 75,000 participants, Rome Future Week returns: the city-wide event will take over more than 150 locations across Rome with over 400 events, running from 21 to 27 September 2026.
Historic palaces, parks, event spaces, university halls, labs, offices and coworking spaces will set the stage for hundreds of talks, workshops, exhibitions, immersive experiences and networking moments, organized by companies, startups, institutions, universities, public bodies and professionals.
“Materia Prima” (Raw Material) is the theme of this new edition of Rome Future Week, an invitation to recognize what comes before and makes every visible innovation possible.
The week is also about work. Rome Future Week 2026 will be a place to look for new opportunities, professional and personal: where companies meet talent and talent discovers who’s looking for them. A thread that runs through the whole event and has its own dedicated moments in the programme.
Cinema takes center stage this year. Corti Futuri returns, the contest dedicated to new audiovisual languages, now in its second edition and produced in collaboration with Rai Cinema and RUFA. Filmmakers and videomakers under 30 will tell the story of the city and its possible futures, shooting original short films over the days of the event, and the winning work will be made available on Rai Cinema’s channels.
And then there’s a neighborhood getting ready for a special week. Ostiense, with ROAD – Rome Advanced District as the edition’s main partner, will be one of the symbolic districts of Rome Future Week 2026: where the industrial archaeology of the Gazometro meets the Rome of tomorrow.
Participation is free. To explore all the available events, visit the official RFW website.
Exploring the Appian Way, one of the most ancient and well-preserved Roman roads.
Rome might be a bustling capital, with trafficked streets and packed attractions, but it also offers opportunities to unwind in nature, while breathing in ancient Roman history.
The Appia Antica, or the Appian Way, is what could be considered the first ancient highway, connecting Rome to Brindisi in Puglia. This historic road was once referred to as the Regina viarum or queen of the streets, a testament to its significance in ancient times.
The Appian Way owes its name to Appius Claudius Caecus, a Roman censor who oversaw the construction of the first part of the road, built as a military path to the south in 312 BC. Yes, it’s that old!
In July 2024, the Via Appia was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, becoming Italy’s 60th listing and cementing its status as one of the most significant cultural routes in the world.
Today, the road is a remarkable relic of Rome’s past. It’s an essential stop on any Rome itinerary!
The first 16 kilometers of the Appian Way are now part of the Parco dell’Appia Antica regional park. This stretch of the road begins from Porta San Sebastiano and is lined with many ancient monuments on both sides. The road is remarkably well-preserved, constructed from large, flat stones known as basoli.
Some of the sites that have stood the test of time along the path include the Catacombs of San Sebastiano and the Catacombs of San Callisto. These catacombs served as burial sites for Christian martyrs. They are a fascinating and unique attraction to visit in Rome.
Further along is the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, built in honor of Cecilia Metella, daughter-in-law of Marcus Crassus, who was a prominent figure under Julius Caesar.
Another highlight is the Circus and Villa of Maxentius, a grand arena where chariot races were once held, situated next to the remains of Emperor Maxentius’ vast villa.
Next up is the Villa of the Quintili. It stands as Rome’s most extensive suburban villa, once owned by the two brothers Sesto Quintilio Condiano and Sesto Quintilio Valerio Massimo, notable figures during the era of Antoninus Pius and Marcus Aurelius.
Each monument/museum has its own opening times and prices, some being free. Or if you’re just looking for a daytime refuge from busy Roman life, bring a picnic and enjoy the sun on the park’s grounds!
The Appia Antica offers a perfect blend of history, sightseeing, and physical activity, especially if you opt to explore it by bike.
How to explore the Appian Way
The Appia Antica Regional Park is not far from the centre. To arrive directly at the official entrance of the park, take bus 218 from the San Giovanni area, bus 118 from Circo Massimo, or bus 660 from Metro A stops Colli Albani/Arco di Travertino.
This tour offers the opportunity to glide along the 2300-year-old Roman road effortlessly, passing by ancient ruins and monuments. Departing from the Ancient Appian Way, you’ll journey towards the ancient Roman aqueducts rising over the fields on the horizon and follow them on their way back to Rome.
Bike Tour of the Ancient Appian Way
4 hour off-the-beaten-path guided bike tour of Rome with quality electric-assist mountain bike.
For a different kind of adventure, consider a golf cart tourof the Appian Way & Roman Catacombs. This 3-hour excursion ensures a comfortable ride aboard an electric golf cart, with stops to admire highlights like the Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella, the Circus and Villa of Maxentius, and the Roman catacombs.
Golf Cart Tour of the Appian Way & Roman Catacombs
Jump on a golf cart, and combine the allure of the Appian Way and the mysterious depths of the catacombs hidden in a stunning protected area.
An excursion to the Appia Antica is perfect for the tourist who is tired of being squeezed into the capital’s most-visited sites, or for the Rome resident who is looking for something fun and different.
Either way, don’t forget to bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water!
Guide to using buses in Rome: how to pay for public transport and where to buy bus tickets in Rome
In Rome you’ll walk a lot, and walking is never a bad option here. When the distances or the heat make it less appealing, the metro is the fastest way to cross the city, but there are only three lines (the newest, line C, is still expanding, with recent stops at Colosseo and Fori Imperiali), and they leave out a good part of Rome: Trastevere, Monteverde, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona all sit well away from a metro stop. That’s where buses and trams take over, and where you’ll end up spending most of your rides. The good news is that paying has become much simpler: tap a contactless card straight onto the reader and you’re done, no ticket needed. A standard ticket costs €1.50, lasts 100 minutes and works on all three.
Bus tickets cost €1.50 and are valid for 100 minutes from first activation. Remember, as soon as you get on the bus you must validate your ticket in the machine found near the doors. Not validating your ticket is the same as not having one and you are risking a fine from €100 to €500, reduced to €50 if you pay within five days. If the ticket validation machine isn’t working, use a pen and write the date and time you got on the bus, this way you won’t risk any fine.
How the ticket works and what it covers
One ticket covers everything: buses, trams and the metro all use the same BIT, which costs €1.50 and lasts 100 minutes from the moment you validate it. Within those 100 minutes you can take as many buses and trams as you like, changing as often as you need, but only one metro journey.
You can change between metro lines on the same ticket, though you can’t go back through the turnstiles between lines A, B, B1 and C. The only exception is the change between line A and line C.
What’s not covered by Rome public transport tickets
While the same ticket will allow you to travel on buses, trams and metros, they aren’t valid for other means of transportation. These include:
private airport shuttle buses to and from Rome’s Ciampino airport (though the standard €1.50 ticket does work on city bus lines 520 and 720)
the Leonardo Express train
How to pay for buses in Rome
There’s no buying a ticket from the driver in Rome (except on a few lines). The quickest way to pay is simply to tap a contactless card as you board, but if you’d rather have a physical ticket there are plenty of places to get one. Here are all the options.
Tap & Go
You can skip the ticket machines entirely and use Tap & Go: just tap your contactless card, or your phone or smartwatch, at the metro turnstiles or on the readers on board buses and trams. It charges you a standard €1.50 BIT, valid 100 minutes, with no ticket to buy in advance and nothing to validate. The clever part is the daily cap: if you tap more than five times in 24 hours with the same card, the system automatically switches you to the €8.50 daily fare, so you never pay more than a ROMA 24H ticket.
Two rules to remember: one card per person, so everyone travelling with you needs their own card or device, and always use the same card all day, because if you alternate between phone and card the cap doesn’t add up. If an inspector boards, just show the card or the wallet you tapped with.
Tap & Go works on all ATAC and Roma TPL buses and trams, across the whole metro network and on the urban stretches of the Roma-Lido and Roma-Viterbo lines. It does not work on the Leonardo Express, Cotral regional buses or Trenitalia regional trains.
Tabacchi Shops
In Italy, Tabacchi shops are the go-to shops for many different purposes: buying cigarettes, buying public transportation tickets and paying your bills, to name a few. Just go to any Tabacchi in Rome (the shops with the black and white T sign) to purchase your bus ticket. If you’re staying in Rome for a while and are planning on using the public transportation system often, we recommend you get a monthly pass, which you can top up at most Tabacchi shops.
Edicola (newsstands)
The newsstands you see spread around the city are called edicole. In addition to purchasing magazines and newspapers, they also sell bus tickets.
Ticketing Apps
If you’d rather buy on your phone, the main option is MooneyGo, the app formerly known as myCicero, which sells ATAC tickets and passes and works with more than 140 transport operators across Italy, so it’s useful well beyond Rome. You need to add a payment method or top up your wallet before buying, so set it up before you travel rather than at the bus stop. ATAC also accepts tickets bought through other partner apps, including Telepass, Wetaxi and Urbi, and all of them display a digital ticket you show to inspectors.
Metro Stations
Buses, trams and the metro all use the same tickets, so the self-service machines in every metro station are one of the easiest places to buy. You’ll find the €1.50 single ticket, the MULTIBIT with ten rides for €15, the ROMA 24, 48 and 72-hour tickets and the weekly CIS card. The machines take cards and cash and switch to English. The queues at Termini can be long in high season, so if you have a contactless card, tapping straight at the turnstile saves you the wait.
Roma Pass
If you’re in Rome for a few days and plan to visit museums, the Roma Pass combines unlimited public transport with free or reduced entry to the city’s cultural sites. It’s sold in 48 and 72-hour versions and can be bought online before you arrive.
Beyond the single BIT, there are tickets for unlimited travel. The ROMA tourist tickets cost €8.50 for 24 hours, €15 for 48 hours and €22 for 72 hours, each valid from first validation. If you’ll be taking several rides a day without needing a full pass, a MULTIBIT gives you ten single tickets for €15. For a longer stay, the weekly CIS card costs €29 and runs until midnight on the seventh day, while a monthly pass is €35, or €53 for the transferable version that more than one person can use. Children up to the age of 10 travel free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Worth knowing: if you use Tap & Go, you don’t need to work any of this out. Tap more than five times in 24 hours with the same card and the system charges you €8.50, the price of the daily ticket, automatically.
Rome Becomes the Capital of World Mixology on September 14-15 under the motto Mix is our business.
For two days this September, Rome turns into the meeting point for the international cocktail world. Roma Bar Show returns on 14 and 15 September 2026, and for the first time it moves into La Nuvola, the striking Fuksas-designed venue in the EUR district. It is the sixth edition of the only Italian event dedicated entirely to mixology and the beverage industry, and this year it comes with more space, a bigger international line-up and a few genuinely new ideas.
The move to La Nuvola is not just cosmetic. The larger, more functional halls give room to hundreds of exhibitors and buyers from more than thirty countries, which is exactly the crowd that has turned Roma Bar Show into a fixture on the global circuit since it launched in 2019. The September dates also give Rome a strategic spot at the front of the international calendar, ahead of events like London Cocktail Week.
A new space for no and low alcohol
The headline addition this year is Future Drinking, an area built entirely around no and low alcohol drinks. Once a niche, alcohol-free and low-ABV cocktails have become one of the fastest-growing parts of the global drinks market, and the new space brings together tastings, products and talks for anyone curious about where the category is heading. Alongside it, two of the show’s most loved formats return: the Mexican Village, a deep dive into Mexican culture and spirits, and the Educational Program, the technical heart of the event.
The big names behind the bar
The Auditorium, Tasting Room and Academy host the masterclasses and seminars, with some of the most influential bartenders in the world sharing not only their drinks but the thinking and the business vision behind their venues. This year’s guests include Faye Chen of the multi-award-winning Double Chicken Please in New York, Jonathan Gabbay of Argo in Hong Kong, Marco Corallo of Saikindō in Abu Dhabi and Alex Frezza of L’Antiquario in Naples, among many others.
Beyond the bar counter
Roma Bar Show 2026 leans harder into the business side of hospitality with the Business Room, a new program of seminars on leadership, management, brand building, data and career development for professionals who want to grow beyond the bar. On the trade side, the Buyer Program, run with ICE and Fiere di Parma, connects exhibitors with importers, distributors and decision makers, supported by a new app for booking B2B meetings before and during the event.
The city joins in
As always, the show spills out into Rome itself. A packed program of off-site events, guest shifts, tastings and appearances by international bartenders takes over cocktail bars across the city, so even visitors without a trade pass can catch a piece of the action in their evening out.
Tickets: available through the official Roma Bar Show ticketing site
If you are in Rome that weekend and love a good cocktail, it is worth planning your evenings around the fuori salone events, when the city’s best bars put on their most interesting shifts of the year.
Looking for the best gelato in Rome? From historic gelaterias in the city center to creative artisan shops in Trastevere, Prati, Monti and beyond, Rome is home to some of Italy’s finest gelato. Whether you’re craving classic flavours like pistachio, hazelnut and stracciatella, refreshing fruit sorbets, vegan gelato or bold gourmet combinations, the Eternal City offers endless spots for an unforgettable cone or cup. Here’sour guide to the best gelato shops in Rome, including must-try addresses loved by locals and visitors alike.
How to spot real gelato in Rome
Not all gelato in Rome is made the same. A few signs give away the industrial stuff: gelato piled high in fluffy mountains, unnaturally bright colours (banana should be greyish, pistachio dull green, not neon), and metal tins covered with lids rather than open display. Real artisan gelato is stored flat in covered pozzetti or low in the tray, changes with the seasons, and the shop will happily tell you where the pistachio or hazelnut comes from. Expect to pay around €3 to €4 for a small cone, more in the centre.
Top Location: Via Tiburtina, 6 (San Lorenzo); Circonvallazione Nomentana 282-286; Via Gargano, 6/8 (Piazza Sempione); Piazza Alessandria, 19 (Porta Pia); Kiosk at Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II, 106 (Gatsby Cafè)
Why: The main focus of owners Maurizio and Flavia of Gelato San Lorenzo is to create a model of pure gelato in Rome, with 100% natural ingredients, free of the added, unnatural substitutes that are often used to give gelato its taste, sweetness and consistency. In place of the usual thickeners, natural plant fibers bring out the creaminess you look for in a good gelato, with less sugar and less fat, keeping the full intensity of the taste. Every flavor is made fresh in-house each day, and there’s a wide vegan and no-added-sugar selection too.
Romeing recommends: raspberry and basil; the vegan avocado with lime, black pepper and sea salt; and sorbets like lemon and Roman mint or passion fruit with dark chocolate shavings.
Location: Via di Grotta Perfetta, 125 (Montagnola)
Why: Giuseppe Bassanelli is a “gelato maker by chance”: after a serious accident, he embraced the sweet world of gelato and opened I Mannari in 2001, now one of Rome’s most beloved artisan gelaterias. His recipes are made with high-quality fresh milk, cream, carob seed flour and guar gum, with a constant focus on fresh ingredients. Recently featured by CN Traveler’s “Where Chefs Eat” format.
Romeing Recommends: its many shades of chocolate, pistachio and, above all, its cremolati, to be enjoyed with whipped cream, yogurt, gelato or granita
Since 2014, Grezzo has been winning awards for its vegan and raw pastries, chocolates, and ice cream. Here, the ice cream contains no eggs or milk, and all ingredients are processed at temperatures never exceeding 42°C. The base is made from dried fruit, organic coconut sugar, and whole grains. Try the pistachio, hazelnut, almond, and chocolate flavors. There are several locations in Monti, Ghetto, and Parioli.
Romeing Recommends: Go for the traditional: chocolate and pistachio!
Why: Cremilla tells us a story of local farmers and food artisans committed to creating a product where taste and quality meet naturally. Besides a great selection of ice cream, Cremilla offers fresh seasonal juices, crepes – either plain or chocolate, flavoured waffles, pancakes, smoothies, milkshakes and organic yoghurt.
Romeing Recommends: try yogurt, figs and nuts, and their tiramisu.
Top Locations: Piazza degli Zingari, 5 (Monti), Via Roma Libera, 11 (Trastevere), Via della Croce, 46 (Via del Corso), Via dei Chiavari, 37 (centro Storico), Via Aosta 3 (Re di Roma), Via Lago di Lesina, 9/11 (Nemorense)
Why: Each visit to Fatamorgana is a new adventure for your taste buds. They change their selection frequently and their more creative flavors range from black rice and rose petal, to avocado, white wine, and lime, to their bestseller, basil, walnuts, and honey. Gelati made without sugar and dairy are available, as are gluten-free cones. For a lighter option opt for their yummy cialda-cono.
Romeing Recommends: The zaniest flavor they offer! Go wild!
Top locations: Piazza di Sant’Eustachio, 47 (Pantheon); Via dei Pettinari, 43 (Campo de’ Fiori)
Why: With two gelato shops in the historic centre of Rome, one near the Pantheon and one in Trastevere, there’s no excuse not to try Günther’s gelato. Top-notch ingredients, seasonality and fresh fruit are at the base of Günther Rohregger’s philosophy: the milk is exclusively micro-filtered and organic, the water for the sorbets is Plose spring water, and the flavors are genuinely unique. No wonder it was named one of the world’s 22 best gelaterie by the Financial Times.
Romeing Recommends: You can’t leave Günther without trying their extra dark chocolate, pino mugo and strawberry sorbet.
Why: This new gelato spot in the Portuense area has a goal to make “gelato per tutti” – gelato for all. Their gelato is 100% gluten-free, including their cones, with minimal added sugars, no emulsifiers, hydrogenated fats, or artificial flavors. Everything is handmade daily in their small lab, and the flavors change with the seasons. They also offer a wide variety of vegan options.
Romeing Recommends: their popcorn flavor, a unique mix of salty and sweet.
Freddo Gelato
Top Locations: Piazza Tuscolo 7/8/9 (San Giovanni / Re di Roma)
Why: Their concept is based on simplicity and quality – all gelatos are prepared daily in their exposed laboratory and are 100% homemade. That means no preservatives or dyes – something I was able to spot right away from the metal tins they use. Like their name, their concept is simple, but the flavors are anything but. With unique options ranging from pineapple and curcuma, raspberry and basil, the options are extremely unique but always seasonal.
Top Locations: Via dei Gracchi, 272 (Prati), Via di Ripetta, 261 (Piazza del Popolo), Viale delle Province, 30 (Piazza Bologna)
Why: Skip the tourist traps around St.Peter’s Basilica and Piazza del Popolo, and make a beeline for Gelateria dei Gracchi, consistently rated as one of the best gelato in Rome. Gracchi’s flavors faithfully follow the seasons, and range from apple and mint, to rum spiked chocolate, to sweet melone, or cantaloupe.
Romeing Recommends: Pear and caramel. Sweet, sharp, and smooth all at the same time, and the pistachio, laced with toasted, Bronte nuts.
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Top location: Via Felice Cavallotti 36/B (Monteverde)
Why: La Gourmandise mixes exotic ingredients like lavender, saffron, ginger, and rose water with natural ingredients often sourced at the open-air market on the parallel street. For the lactose intolerant, there are water-based flavors such as honey mango, as well as gluten-free options. And guess what… only Maltese goat’s milk is used, which makes ice cream lighter and easily digestible. This gluten-free gelateria has also been awarded three cones by Gambero Rosso, a prestigious recognition in the world of Italian gelato.
Romeing Recommends: Combine their Roman mint and lemon zestes to their caramel meringue parfait, you won’t regret it.
Top Location: Via Principe Eugenio, 65 (Esquilino)
Why: Established in 1880, this family-run gelateria is said to be the oldest in Rome! Over 100 years later, with ample seating and an even bigger array of flavours, Il Palazzo del Freddo is still as popular as ever. Gelato is freshly made daily and to this day remains faithful to the original recipes of founder Giovanni Fassi. Seeking authentic gelato in Rome? Why not start where it all began!
Romeing Recommends: The rice flavour seems an odd choice but is surprisingly delicious! Plain and simple and brought to life when coupled with a decadent hazelnut chocolate. Or, try their signature sampietrini, little squares of gelato coated in chocolate which are meant to resemble Rome’s cobblestones.
Top Locations: Via San Simone, 70 (Navona), Lungotevere dei Vallati, 25 (Campo dei Fiori/Lungotevere)
Why: Conveniently located a short walk from Piazza Navona, Gelateria del Teatro concocts its gelato with high-quality ingredients like Avola almonds from Sicily and lemons from the Amalfi Coast. Flavors range from classics like strawberry and coffee, to wildcards like lavender with white peach, dark chocolate infused with red wine, and sage with raspberry.
Romeing Recommends: Rosemary, honey, and lemon, a refreshing and unique treat for the palate.
Top Location: Via Uffici del Vicario, 40 (Pantheon)
Why: Established in 1900 and still a family run business to this day, Giolitti is arguably one of the most famous gelateria in Rome. Their location near the Pantheon is the original store, and is hands down the most elegant place to devour a gelato in Rome. They also have other sweets, such as ice cream cakes, pastries, and chocolates.
Romeing Recommends: The Coppa Giolitti, a gelato “sundae” with custard, chocolate, zabaione, cream, and hazelnut shavings.
The Monteforte bakery is expanding not only with Mons cocktail bar and La Quercia tavern, but also with Pellegrino Gelateria Monteforte. A small shop with a counter between Regola and Parione Pellegrino districts, offering a small but high-quality selection of delicious ice creams such as amarena cherry, bacio, coconut, peanut butter, and caramel. Ice cream cakes and ice cream bars are also available.
Romeing recommends: panè, their artisanal brioche, obviously filled with ice cream.
Top Location: Via Silvio Spaventa, 24 (Repubblica/Barberini)
Why: Come il Latte is dedicated to quality, and create their flavors with seasonal ingredients. If the richness of the gelato isn’t enough, you can add swirls of chocolate or flavored cream topping.
Romeing Recommends: Their summer fruit flavours, or, if you like something richer, their salted caramel.
Top Location: Via di San Cosimato 14/a (Trastevere), Viale dei Quattro Venti, 70 (Monteverde)
Why: To understand Otaleg’s approach to gelato, just step into the store. Marco Radicioni is the most famous unconventional ice cream maker in Rome. In his Otaleg! shops in Trastevere and Monteverde, he offers classic evergreen flavors alongside more daring creations like guacamole, spicy ketchup, or salmon.
Romeing Recommends: A must-try is the Croccante Totale, made with fior di latte, toasted nuts, honey, and sesame.
Top location: Via Giuseppe Bagnera, 59 (Portuense)
Criollo is Simona Papagno’s ice cream bistro, opened in the Portuense area after she studied at the Italian School of Gelato in Perugia. Not only ice cream but also aperitifs and food tastings enrich the offer. The flavors can also be tasted inside a brioche or on a waffle.
Romeing recommends: Try their sugar-free flavors, which are every bit as good as traditional gelatos.
Top Location: Via della Lungaretta, 96 (Trastevere)
Why: Fior di Luna is composed of true, certified organic and fair trade gelato artisans. They source most of their ingredients locally, and sometimes offer gelato making courses.
Romeing Recommends: Fior di Luna prides itself on their sorbets – only fresh, seasonal fruit is used, and they serve as a perfect pick-me-up after a long day of sightseeing in the heat.
Top Locations: Via Ostiense 48, (Ostiense), Via Cola Di Rienzo 2 (Prati), Via Venti Settembre, 60 (Repubblica), Via Magna Grecia 47A (San Giovanni), Viale Europa 121 (EUR), Piazza Sant’Andrea della Valle, 1 (Centro storico)
Why: Established in 1947 as a family run gelateria, La Romana have now expanded all over Italy. They have strict production rules, eco-friendly packaging and they publish a full list of ingredients on their website. Creative artisan gelato with a conscience.
Romeing Recommends: Mascarpone, raspberry and toasted pine nuts, or cream scented with vanilla and lemon rind, or nougat with hazelnuts and chocolate….
Alberto Zezza, a former economist who opened Zelato in the San Lorenzo area, changed his life and started making ice cream, ethical and high quality, prepared with seasonal ingredients. Try the pistachio, also available in a vegan version, and the coffee flavor, made with beans from the Lazzarelle roastery inside the women’s prison in Pozzuoli.
Romeing recommends:Latte d’Oro, a turmeric, cinnamon, and honey ice cream flavor described as special and delicious.
Top Locations: Via del Governo Vecchio, 112 (Navona)
Why: Frigidarium is an artisanal gelateria that blends ancient and modern techniques to create intensive flavors. The balanced combination of quality ingredients – cherry-picked by the owners each day – creates a special tasting experience. Don’t expect your typical flavors at Frigidarium.
Romeing Recommends: Their pistachio and cream are a must-try! Don’t leave without having their chocolate sauce poured over your gelato, as to form a chocolate shell …
Top Locations: Via Luigi Poletti, 6 (Flaminio), Via Federico Cesi, 1 (Prati), Via Nomentana, 335f, Via Veneto, 112 (Barberini), Via dei Banchi Vecchi, 140 (Centro Storico), Piazza Carlo Alberto Scotti, 12 (Colli Portuensi)
Why: Neve di Latte offers delicate, genuine and light flavors created through the use of organic products. From DOC and DOP hazelnuts, pistachios and peanuts to biodynamic milk from Upper Bavaria and strictly seasonal fruits, you can be sure that at this gelateria you’ll taste some creamy and intensive flavors. All flavors are absolutely free of dyes, refined sugars and chemical preservatives.
Romeing Recommends: Their dark chocolate with orange, pistachio, fig sorbet and basil sorbet are just some of their amazing flavors!
Top locations: Viale Regina Margherita, 95-99 (Nomentana)
Why: beautiful and bright space with outdoor seating for the people watchers amongst us. They offer cakes, ice cream and savoury options, all with thoughtful and fresh ingredients. Marta Boccanera and Felice Venanzi’s lifelong love of pastry led them to create this meeting point where you can enjoy 100% artisan gelato and pastries. Summer is all about their semifreddi.
Romeing Recommends: The semifreddi are impressive: the mango alphonso and the raspberry with coconut praline
Why: Found in various locations just outside of the city center, Il Gelato di Claudio Torcè offers a selection of flavors to fit anyone’s fancy. Boasting an impressive 13 different chocolate combinations alone, they also head in a savory direction, going as far as a spicy jalapeno or bold gorgonzola!
Romeing Recommends: Strange as it seems, celery is an ever-popular choice. Or why not take advantage of the endless chocolate combinations such as the chocolate and Himalayan salt?
Formaessenza di Stefano Ferrara
Top Location: Via Enrico Fermi, 102/104 (Marconi)
Why: Formaessenza is a unique gelateria with an industrial style, featuring earth-colored bricks and an open-view laboratory. It offers a new vision of gelato through innovative techniques and product lines, including Kelato®, completely sugar-free, ideal for those following specific diets such as people with obesity, type 1 and 2 diabetes, cancer patients, and those with cardiovascular diseases.
Romeing Recommends: Try their gelato in jars, on sticks, and in single servings.
Giuffrè
Top location: Viale Trastevere, 255 (Trastevere)
Why: the Giuffrè family has made gelato for over a century, starting with Giovanni Giuffrè in Sicily, continuing with his son Stellario and his son Giuseppe opening their first gelateria in Roma in 2018. Their gelato is fresh and genuine, obtained with local milk, delicious pistachio, sheep ricotta, Slow-Food honey, Valhrona chocolate and so forth.
Romeing Recommends: Try the Trasteverino flavor with salt cookies and gianduia, or Porta Portese with hazelnuts and toasted almonds and gianduia, or Portonovo with caramel chocolate and salty peanuts.
If tasting isn’t enough, you can learn to make it. Our gelato-making experience takes you into a Roman gelateria to make your own batch from scratch with a professional gelatiere, while the pasta and gelato cooking class combines fresh pasta and gelato in one afternoon in the historic centre. Both end with eating what you’ve made.
From May 28 to July 12, 2026, Rome’s piazzas will be transformed into open-air movie theaters as the free outdoor film festival “Il Cinema in Piazza” returns.
Minutes from the centre, an oasis of calm between nature, good food and days by the pool
Who says you have to leave Rome for a full day of relaxation? Set in the green of the Appian Way Regional Park, just minutes from the city centre, Adoro Hotel is the ideal retreat to step away from the daily rush. And this summer there’s one more reason to treat yourself: the new outdoor pool, set in the hotel garden and open to non-guests as well since last July.
It’s the first pool by the BZAR hotels group in Rome, another addition that reinforces the wellness character of this address overlooking the timeless charm of the Regina Viarum: a true urban oasis where you can spend the day between water and greenery, far from the traffic running just a few kilometres away.
The pool: day pass
A day pass for non-guests costs €40 per person and includes a sunbed, pool towel and flip-flops (parasol subject to availability). Access is by reservation only (and while spaces last) by writing to info@adorohotel.it, with confirmation within 24 hours. Good to know: outside food and drink are not allowed, and entry is reserved for adults.
Dinner at Ristorante Elisia
After a day by the pool, the break can continue at the table. Elisia, the restaurant of Adoro Hotel, is open for dinner every day, including for non-guests, from 7.30pm to 11pm. The kitchen follows traditional Roman cuisine, built on fresh, seasonal, zero-mile ingredients from local producers, with aromatic herbs grown in the garden next to the restaurant. Every dish is a tribute to the land: respect for tradition and a love of quality. Those who prefer to be guided can choose Il Percorso Elisia, the four-course tasting menu at €35 per person (full menu here).
And for those who stay the night
Guests at Adoro Hotel also have access to the wellness area: the Urban SPA, with whirlpool, Finnish sauna, Turkish bath and sensory shower, plus a well-equipped fitness centre. The hotel also offers dedicated wellness packages, turning a stay into a genuine restorative break steps from the Appian Way.
Adoro Hotel – Pool & Urban SPA
Via delle Sette Chiese 280b
Pool: from 18 July, day pass €40 (open 8am–6.30pm, adults only, by reservation)
Italy’s digital nomad visa lets non-EU remote workers and freelancers live in Italy for a year, with the option to renew.
But there’s a catch…
The application is paperwork-heavy, and the requirements are quite specific. A missing document (or the wrong type of health insurance) is the most common reason applications get refused.
In this guide, you’ll learn:
Who qualifies for Italy’s digital nomad visa
The 2026 requirements
Why the health insurance requirement can trip up applicants
How to apply
What the visa costs
But if you’re looking for the short version, here’s how to get the DNS visa:
Before applying: Check you meet the income, qualification, and experience requirements.
While preparing your file: Secure accommodation in Italy and a health insurance policy that covers the full 12 months.
At your consulate: Book an appointment, submit your documents, and allow 30 to 90 days for a decision.
Within 8 working days of arriving in Italy: Apply for your residence permit (permesso di soggiorno).
Now, let’s get into the details.
Does Italy have a digital nomad visa?
Yes. Italy introduced its digital nomad visa in April 2024, and it’s open to non-EU citizens who work remotely using digital tools. The visa covers two groups: freelancers and business owners (the “digital nomads”) and employees of companies based outside Italy (the “remote workers”).
The visa is valid for one year and renewable annually, as long as you still meet the requirements. It also sits outside Italy’s regular work-permit quotas, so there’s no cap on how many can be issued each year.
That makes it one of the most accessible routes into Italy for remote workers right now.
Italy’s digital nomad visa requirements
To qualify, you’ll need to show:
Non-EU citizenship. EU and EEA citizens don’t need a visa to live and work in Italy.
Remote work. Your clients or employer must be based outside Italy, and your work must be doable with digital tools.
“Highly qualified” status. A university degree, a professional accreditation, or at least five years of documented professional experience (three years for IT professionals).
Six months of experience. You need a track record of at least six months in remote work or in your professional field.
Minimum income. Roughly €25,000 to €28,000 per year, depending on how your consulate applies the rule (the law sets it at three times the minimum threshold for exemption from Italian healthcare charges). Check your consulate’s exact figure before applying.
Accommodation in Italy. A registered lease or property deed. Hotel bookings and short-term rentals usually don’t count.
A clean criminal record.
Health insurance that covers your entire stay. A policy covering sickness and hospitalization, valid for the full 12 months of the visa. More on this below, because it catches a lot of people out.
Health insurance requirements
Italian consulates want proof of health insurance that covers you for the whole visa period (meaning a full year).
That rules out travel insurance. Rolling monthly policies and short-term travel plans get applications refused, because they don’t guarantee coverage for the entire stay. And most policies that do run for 12 months ask you to pay the whole year upfront, before you even know if your visa is approved.
There’s a middle path: Feather’s expat health insurance is a 12-month policy that meets the visa criteria, and you pay monthly. You get the year-long coverage the consulate wants to see, without the year-long bill. The policy and support are in English, and you can cancel anytime if your plans change.
Whichever insurer you choose, check three things before you buy:
The policy lasts 12 months (or more)
It covers sickness and hospitalization in Italy
You can get a certificate of coverage in English or Italian for your application
How to apply, step by step
Gather your documents: Passport, visa application form, proof of income (tax returns or payslips), proof of remote work (contracts or client agreements), proof of qualifications or experience, accommodation documents, criminal record certificate, and your insurance certificate.
Book an appointment at your Italian consulate: Jurisdiction depends on where you legally live, and appointment slots can take a while, so book early.
Attend your appointment: Bring your file organized and complete. The visa fee is around €116.
Wait for the decision: Most applications take 30 to 90 days. Complex freelance cases can take longer.
Travel to Italy and apply for your residence permit: You have 8 working days after arrival to request your permesso di soggiorno at the local immigration office (the permit costs roughly another €116 to €126).
Get your codice fiscale: You’ll need this tax ID for almost everything: renting, banking, and healthcare included.
Costs & taxes with the DNV
Item
What to expect
Visa fee
~€116
Residence permit
~€116–€126
Health insurance
Varies by age and coverage; paid monthly with Feather
Minimum income
~€25,000–€28,000 per year
Visa length
1 year, renewable annually
Planning for taxes
If you spend more than 183 days a year in Italy, you’ll generally become an Italian tax resident, which means Italy taxes your worldwide income.
Depending on your situation, regimes like the flat-rate scheme for freelancers (forfettario) or the impatriate regime can lower the bill considerably.
This is one area where we’d point you to a professional: a good commercialista (Italian tax accountant) will pay for themselves.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my family?
Yes. Your spouse or legally recognized partner and your minor children can join you through family reunification. Expect higher income and housing requirements if they do.
Can I renew the visa?
Yes, annually, as long as you still meet the income, insurance, and remote-work requirements and keep a clean record.
What’s the minimum income in 2026?
The legal baseline works out to roughly €25,000 per year, but some consulates ask for more (often €28,000 or above). Always confirm with the consulate handling your application.
Do I need an Italian bank account?
Not for the application itself. But once you’re in Italy, a local account (and your codice fiscale) makes daily life much easier.
Discover the program for the summer of 2026 at Villa Medici in Rome!
The Villa Medici – The French Academy in Rome is a prestigious museum and cultural institution located near Villa Borghese. Like every summer, this year it is ready to host numerous events, with a rich program that includes art exhibitions, landscape architecture interventions, and film festivals. With its 18 hectares of gardens, fountains, and sculptures, Villa Medici remains an oasis of artistic expression that evokes the French countryside, despite being situated in one of the most central areas of Rome.
Let’s take a look at the artistic programming of Villa Medici from May to September 2026
The Festival des Cabanes at Villa Medici was created to offer architects, artists, and researchers the opportunity to “take over” the site’s historic gardens, designed by Ferdinando de’ Medici at the end of the 16th century. For the fifth consecutive year, six original “cabin” creations will be showcased throughout the summer in the heart of the Villa Medici gardens. These cabins are specially designed for the festival by international groups of architects, builders, and students: Bento Architecture, ECAL, the University of Art and Design Lausanne, Foundation Huttopia, NABA – Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, PRÌA and VELIA, and Salazarsequeromedina. All summer long, the cabins will host various educational workshops, readings, and yoga classes.
Opening times: Monday to Sunday (closed on Tuesday) from 10:00am to 7:00pm (last entry at 6:30pm)
Oracle beyond the sea | 19 June – 7 September 2026
From June 19 to September 7, 2026, Villa Medici presents Oracles Beyond the Sea, the collective exhibition marking the end of the sixteen fellows’ year-long residency at the French Academy in Rome. Curated by Roberto Pontecorvo and Imma Tralli of Marea Art Project, with Camille Coschieri as associate curator, the show takes its title from Oracles from the Sea (1998) by Palestinian artist Vera Tamari.
The exhibition brings together works spanning visual and performing arts, music, literature, architecture, curating, and art theory. Created in the privacy of the studios, the projects now move into the historic spaces of Villa Medici to meet the public. Some appear as finished pieces, others as ongoing processes, held in a constant tension between the poetic and the political.
Opening times: Monday to Sunday (closed on Tuesday) from 10:00am to 7:00pm (last entry at 6:30pm)
Created in 2021, the Villa Medici Film Festival offers an international selection of films that explore the connections between cinema and contemporary art. For the sixth consecutive year, the festival aims to present pioneering works with diverse profiles that challenge, disrupt, transform, or re-enchant our relationship with images.
The Villa Medici Film Festival is divided into three sections: the International Competition, consisting of fourteen recent films of various genres and formats, the parallel program Focus, featuring non-competitive films by artists, masterclasses, and exceptional encounters, and the Piazzale screenings, which gather the audience for outdoor screenings of new films, including premieres and restored classics.
This year’s festival is dedicated to the memory of Lili Hinstin (1977–2026), a woman of the cinema, festival programmer and artistic director, who began her career at Villa Medici as a film programmer from 2005 to 2010, before helping to create the Film Festival, serving as a member of its Selection and Organizing Committee until her passing.
Welcome to a gastronomic journey like no other! When in Rome, it’s not just about the iconic landmarks and ancient history; it’s also an opportunity to savor the delectable flavors that the region has to offer. As the sun-drenched days of summer arrive, so do the lively food festivals and traditional “sagre” that fill the air with mouthwatering aromas and a contagious festive spirit.
The sagra is an Italian festival, organized in some towns, or regions, and is always linked to a local tradition or food celebrated in the course of the event. These events provide an authentic and immersive experience into the heart of Italian culinary traditions, celebrating local produce, regional specialties, and age-old recipes that have been handed down through generations. Most of these festivals take place in charming villages just outside the city, making them the perfect excuse for a day trip from Rome.
This is our list of Sagre in the Lazio area in 2026.
Festa Cozze e Pecorino Mussels and pecorino cheese July 23 – August 2 Fiumicino (RM)
Sagra della Ciccia Mixed grilled meat July 31 – August 2 Canale Monterano (RM)
Sagra dei Cecapreti e della Bufaletta Cecapreti pasta and buffalo meat August 1 Villa Santo Stefano (FR)
Fettuccine alla Trebulana Fettuccine pasta “alla Trebulana” August 1-2 Monteleone Sabino (RI)
Sagra delle Fettuccine con i Funghi Porcini Fettuccine pasta with porcini mushrooms August 2 Ascrea (RI)
Sagra del Vino di Monticelli Monticelli wine August 6-7 Esperia (FR)
Cantine in festa Wine Feast August 7-8 Anticoli Corrado (RM)
Sagra delle Pappardelle Pappardelle pasta August 7-9 Canale Monterano (RM)
Sagra della Pizza Fritta Nerolese Nerolese Fried Pizza August 8-9 Nerola (RM)
Sagra della Lumaca Snails August 11-16 Graffignano (VT)
Sagra delle Fettuccine con i Funghi Porcini Fettuccine pasta with porcini mushrooms August 12-13 Casaprota (RI)
Sagra delle Strengozze Strengozze pasta August 20-23 Cantalice (RI)
Sagra della Tellina Tellina clam August 21-30 Ostia (RM)
Sagra dell’Agnello Lamb August 21-31 Rocca Priora (RM)
Sagra della Nocciola Hazelnut August 21-23 & 28 – September 1 Caprarola (VT)
Rajche August 23-25 Subiaco (RM)
Sagra del Pizzutello Pizzutello grapes August 29-31 Tivoli (RM)
Sagra degli Spaghetti alla Amatriciana August 30 – September 1 Amatrice (RI)
Sagra del fagiolo Bean August 29 – September 1 Sutri (VT)
Fiera mondiale del Peperoncino World Chili Pepper Fair August 28 – September 6 Rieti
Discovering the best things to do in Rome in September
Rome in September is perhaps at its best! The city has survived the boiling peaks of August, Romans have returned from holidays with renewed energy, and local life is ready to get back on track, in a post-summer, but still sunny, fresh, and extremely pleasant atmosphere! In this article we have gathered some of the best events in September 2026 in Rome, such as exhibitions, festivals, concerts and other things to do. Take your pick and enjoy.
Exhibitions this September in Rome
September in Rome is the perfect time to dive into the city’s vibrant art scene and explore a variety of exhibitions.
The month’s big opening is at Palazzo Bonaparte, where a major retrospective on Vassily Kandinsky opens on September 15. Twenty-five years after the last monographic show dedicated to the Russian master of abstraction in Rome, it’s already one of the most anticipated exhibitions of the season, and advance tickets are on sale.
At the Ara Pacis, Robert Mapplethorpe and Humanity as Art offers a powerful journey through the work of one of the most influential and provocative photographers of the 20th century, exploring the body, form and beauty through his unmistakable black-and-white lens.
Over at the Musei Capitolini, don’t miss the major retrospective dedicated to Diego Rivera, one of the giants of Mexican muralism, a rare chance to see his work in Rome.
The Galleria Borghese continues to impress with Metamorphosis. Ovid and the Arts, gathering over 80 masterpieces from Correggio to Rodin in a journey through Ovid’s myths of transformation, staged in the very rooms his poem once inspired.
Finally, fashion lovers shouldn’t miss After. Steps Through Work. Fendi / Karl Lagerfeld 1985 at the Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea, a faithful restaging of the legendary 1985 exhibition celebrating the collaboration between Fendi and Karl Lagerfeld, conceived by Maria Grazia Chiuri for the maison’s centenary.
As summer comes to a close, Rome’s live music scene stays lively throughout September. The month brings a variety of musical events for all tastes, featuring both established and emerging artists from Italy and abroad, in individual shows as well as festivals such as Romaeuropa and Dissonanze. The line-ups are well worth exploring — check out who’s playing!
Short Theatre is Rome’s international festival dedicated to contemporary creation and the performing arts, back for its 21st edition with over 65 events by some 40 companies and artists from around the world. Through performances, installations, talks, workshops, concerts and DJ sets, the festival maps today’s artistic geographies across the Global South and East. The heart of the event is La Pelanda at the Mattatoio in Testaccio, with an opening night among the greenhouses of Rome’s Botanical Garden and additional programming at Teatro India, Teatro Vittoria, Cinema Troisi, MACRO and the Museum of Civilizations.
Mattatoio, Botanical Garden, Teatro India, Teatro Vittoria, MACRO, Cinema Troisi, MUCIV – Museum of Civilizations discover moreShort Theatre 2026
Until 5 September | Village Celimontana
Village Celimontana continues to bring live music to one of Rome’s most beautiful summer settings. Now in its tenth edition, the festival runs until September 5 at Villa Celimontana, with more than 100 free concerts throughout the season. Expect a rich programme of jazz, swing, manouche, rock’n’roll, Brazilian rhythms, dance nights and family-friendly events.
Rome’s biggest wine and food event returns to Piazza di Siena, in the heart of Villa Borghese, from September 7 to 13 for its 23rd edition. Over seven evenings, visitors can taste their way through 3,200 labels from 800 Italian wineries, alongside a rich program of masterclasses, guided tastings, show cooking and exclusive chef’s dinners. Highlights include the Wine Top Tasting masterclasses, the Casa Barolo tastings dedicated to the great wines of Langa, the Temporary Restaurants, and the Pizza d’Autore dinners with Italy’s top pizza masters, culminating in the finals of La Città della Pizza contest on September 13.
Piazza di Siena, Villa Borghese discover moreVinoforum 2026
8 September – 15 November | Romaeuropa Festival
This year, the jam-packed line-up of Romaeuropa Festival is set to delight, inspire and entertain all ages. A dazzling array of music, theatre, dance, digital arts and creation for children will be showcased at different venues throughout the city. The 41st edition of the Romaeuropa Festival is one of the richest ever: the programme includes 100 shows with 240 performances and the participation of around 1000 artists from all over the world.
Dissonanze returns to Rome on September 12–13 with “New Chapter”, opening a bold new era for one of Italy’s most visionary festivals after last year’s 25th anniversary celebrations. Two days of live sets, DJ sets, and performances at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, closing the Roma Summer Fest season with a line-up that blends club culture, experimentation, and avant-garde soundscapes. From house to techno, ambient to performance art, the event features artists like Björk (DJ set), Peggy Gou, Floating Points, and many more, reconfirming Dissonanze as a landmark of contemporary electronic culture.
Line-up:
Day 1 (September 12): Björk (DJ set), Peggy Gou, Derrick Carter, Honey Dijon, Kelly Lee Owens (DJ set), Ron Trent, Tony Humphries, Aline Umber (DJ set), CARISTA, Dante, Duddha, ISAbella, Nubiyan Twist, Paranoid London (live), Ruthven, Sugar Free, Ti Es, Yu Su.
Designed by Renzo Piano, the Cavea, the Auditorium’s stunning open-air amphitheater, is home to the Fondazione Musica per Roma’s summer festival: the Roma Summer Fest. Just a few feet from the stage, audiences can experience outstanding live music under the stars, enhanced by the venue’s exceptional acoustics. One of the most anticipated events of the Roman summer, the festival brings some of the biggest names from the Italian and international music scenes to the capital for a series of unmissable concerts.
Line-up: in September, the Auditorium will host Hermanos Gutiérrez (September 2), Sal Da Vinci (3), Fiorella Mannoia (4-5), Il Tre (6), Levante (7), Tony Boy (8), Judas Priest (9), I Cani (10-11), Marisa Monte (11, Sala Santa Cecilia), Dissonanze festival with Björk and Peggy Gou (12-13)
This September, the Roma Bar Show returns — the event that brings together all the key players of the beverage industry and the vibrant world of Italian mixology. Two days dedicated to spirits, cocktails, tasting experiences, and masterclasses with top international bartenders. From industry professionals to cocktail lovers, Roma Bar Show is the place to discover trends, innovations, and the art of great drinking.
From the 16th through the 20th of September 2026, Villa Medici will once again be transformed into a space dedicated to the celebration of cinema in all its forms. Now in its sixth edition, the festival offers over forty screenings across three screens, including an open-air one set up in front of the villa’s historic façade, presenting pioneering works that challenge, disrupt, transform, or re-enchant our relationship with images. The program is divided into three sections: the international competition, featuring twelve recent films of various genres and lengths; the Focus program, dedicated to out-of-competition works and special meetings with directors; and the Piazzale evenings, with outdoor screenings of premieres and restored classics.
From September 18th to 21st, the sixth edition of Roma Baccalà will take place, a cultural and gastronomic event dedicated to salted cod and stockfish. This year again, Roma Baccalà will be held at Parco Schuster, a large green space adjacent to the majestic Basilica of San Paolo Fuori Le Mura. Visitors will be able to taste over 40 different preparations of salted cod and attend engaging workshops and numerous showcookings. Admission is free.
“Materia Prima” (Raw Material) is the theme of the fourth edition of Rome Future Week, taking place from September 21st to 27th. The theme invites participants to reflect on what makes transformation possible — knowledge, skills, relationships, care, creativity, and the ability to imagine the future. Rather than a single-stage event, the festival unfolds as a widespread program across venues throughout the city and its surroundings, with over 400 events spanning AI, art, startups, and social innovation, making it one of the largest open events dedicated to innovation and the future.
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