Want to experience Rome in September with a fun and original activity, or simply take a break from your daily routine? Discover the best events and activities you shouldn’t miss, from music festivals and food events to theatre, culture and much more…
1. Short Theatre Rome
2. La Città in Tasca – The City in Your Pocket
3. Vinòforum – Wine Nights
4. Festival Romaeuropa in Rome
5. Roma Summer Fest
6. Film Festival at Villa Medici
7. Cinema Nights at Piazza Vittorio
8. Bravetta Run
9. Anomalie
10. Future Week Rome
There’s a moment in Rome when theatre sheds its conventions and lays itself bare. In early September, contemporary artistic creations take the stage before the public, offering an experience that leaves its mark on artistic souls.
Do you love taking your little ones to discover theatre, music and creative workshops? Until September 13th, Parco degli Scipioni transforms into a large cultural playground, completely free and specially designed for children and teenagers, with live performances, open-air cinema and hands-on activities that combine fun and discovery.
If you’re a fan of wine and good food, this is one to mark on your calendar! Piazza di Siena, tucked away in the greenery of Villa Borghese, plays host to producers, chefs, and master pizza makers from all over Italy. Between tastings, dishes to try, and new labels to discover, you can enjoy a pleasant evening sampling products with truly unique flavours.
Romaeuropa has, by now, become an autumn ritual involving dozens of theatres across the city. Thanks to the festival, audiences can watch theatre, music, and dance performances, often brought to Italy for the first time by international companies.
Italy’s most famous music festival continues in September, wrapping up the season with performances by famous artists such as Sal Da Vinci or Tony Priest. The modern Auditorium Parco della Musica will host acclaimed Italian and international musicians, ready to get thousands of music lovers dancing together.
An event featuring dozens of screenings of auteur films, documentaries and short films exploring the connection between cinema and contemporary art, all set in one of Rome’s most beautiful Renaissance gardens – the gardens of Villa Medici.
Watching a film under the Roman night sky is one of the most enjoyable experiences of summer, and Notti di Cinema a Piazza Vittorio makes it possible every evening. These evenings are perfect for anyone who wants to spend a night watching a film outdoors and enjoying the experience in good company.
In the Bravetta neighbourhood, Sunday 13 September sees a 10-kilometre race, open to competitive athletes and casual runners alike. It’s the perfect event for anyone who wants to combine sport, fresh air, and the pleasure of crossing the finish line alongside hundreds of other runners.
Parco delle Canapiglie in Torre Maura becomes a large open-air stage. Acrobats, clowns and artists from different countries bring free performances and activities to the park, creating a lively atmosphere that feels different from the usual. It’s a great opportunity to discover a lesser-known side of Rome and enjoy a fun evening away from the touristy areas.
For an entire week, the whole city becomes the stage for innovation and the future. Hundreds of events, from talks to workshops and meetups, bring coworking spaces, theatres, and iconic city landmarks to life, giving curious minds, professionals, and students the chance to dive into an engaging conversation about technology and new ideas.
Photo: Claudio Colis
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