A Guide To The Best Events In September 2024 In Rome

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 2024 in Rome, such as exhibitions, 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 art scene and explore some exhibitions. It’s your last chance to experience Emotion at the Chiostro del Bramante, a captivating contemporary art showcase, and Louise Bourgeois: Unconscious Memories at Galleria Borghese. Don’t miss the Festival des Cabanes at Villa Medici and the photography exhibition Uninhabitable Architecture at Centrale Montemartini. Also, be sure to visit Antonio Donghi: The Magic of Silence at Palazzo Merulana and explore Fernando Botero in Rome, a free exhibition spanning six locations across the city.

Best events in September in Rome

Live music

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 well-known as well as emerging artists, both local and international, in individual shows and festivals like the popular Spring Attitude festival. The line-ups are both interesting and engaging – check who’s on!

4 September – 17 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 20 different venues throughout the city. The 39th edition of the Romaeuropa Festival is one of the richest ever: the programme includes 100 projects with 300 performances and the participation of around 700 artists from all over the world. 

5-8 September | Sagra del Pesce Fritto e Baccalà

Eataly Rome is organising an open-air degustation and feast of fried fish and cod. From 6pm to 12.30am in front of their store in Ostiense, in the Piazzale XII Ottobre 1492, you’ll be able to taste all kinds of fish delicacies: crispy fried fish, traditional Roman-style cod fillets, and many other seafood recipes, paired with a selection of craft beers, wines from the best Italian wineries, and cocktails designed to enhance the flavors of the sea. The event has free entry. All food and drink can be purchased with tokens, available at dedicated counters.

5-8 September | Roma Baccalà

From September 5th to 8th, the fifth edition of Roma Baccalà will take place, a cultural and gastronomic event dedicated to salted cod and stockfish. This year, Roma Baccalà will be held at Parco Schuster, a large green area next to the majestic Basilica of San Paolo Fuori Le Mura. Visitors will be able to taste over 30 different versions of salted cod.

5-15 September | Short Theatre Festival

Short Theatre, is a multidisciplinary festival happening in Rome since 2006. Through a rich program including performances, installations, meetings, workshops, concerts, and DJ sets, the festival serves as a platform for research and the exploration of new forms of knowledge dissemination.

Until 7 September | Village Celimontana

This summer, Village Celimontana is making a comeback to the Eternal City with its eight edition. One of the most beloved jazz and swing events in Rome, the festival starts on June 15, 2024 and runs until September 7. Over the next couple of months, the villa will host more than 100 free concerts.

Until 7 September | Ostia Antica Festival

The 2024 Ostia Antica Festival presents a diverse program of music and theater performances, featuring renowned national artists in a blend of tradition and innovation. Held in collaboration with the Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica, the festival offers an enchanting atmosphere. Among many others, Vinicio Capossela and Goran Bregovic, Patti Smith and Carmen Consoli, Flavia Mastrella and Antonio Rezza will perform.

11-15 September | Villa Medici Film Festival

From the 11th through the 15th of September, Villa Medici will be transformed into a space dedicated to the celebration of cinematography and all of its aspects. Offering both indoor screening areas and featuring a screening area located within the gardens, this edition of the Villa Medici Film Festival aims to present pioneering works with diverse profiles that challenge, disrupt, transform, or re-enchant our relationship with images. The festival is divided into three sections: the International Competition, the parallel program Focus and the Piazzale screenings, which gather the audience for outdoor screenings of new films, including premieres and restored classics.

13-14 September | Spring Attitude

Spring Attitude, the international festival of music and contemporary culture, returns to Rome on September 13th and 14th  at the Cinecittà Studios. The headliners for the 2024 edition include Cosmo, Kiasmos, Acid Arab, Viagra Boys.

16-22 September | Rome Future Week

Rome Future Week is the city’s first-ever festival dedicated to the future. With 200 venues hosting nearly 300 events, including discussions, presentations, and workshops, this week transforms Rome into a hub of innovation, growth, and connection. The festival fosters discussions on technology, inclusivity, sustainability, and entertainment, offering a collective platform for citizens, institutions, and associations alike. From startup projects presentations to debates on Artificial Intelligence, Rome Future Week propels the city into an exciting forward-looking dialogue.

Until 22 September | Viaggio Nel Foro Di Cesare

The much-awaited Viaggio nel Foro di Cesare returns this year. This captivating multimedia show narrates and brings to life the scenic archaeological area. The show is accompanied by the extraordinary narrating voice of Piero Angela, featuring films, projections, and video mapping that reconstruct the current archaeological area as it appeared in ancient Rome.

Until 22 September | Jazz&Image: Colosseum Festival

Until the 22nd of September the Parco del Celio will be hosting the event JAZZ&IMAGE organised by the historic Jazz Club of Rome Alexanderplatz Jazz Club, collaboration with another iconic venue, Big Mama. Both clubs are celebrating their 40th anniversaries in 2024, marking this milestone with a joint festival. The event will feature performances by both Italian and international musicians, making it a highlight of the late summer season.

Until 29 September | Lungo il Tevere 2024

Get into the vibrant atmosphere of the riverside at the Lungo il Tevere summer festival along the Tiber, celebrating art, food, and nightlife. Enjoy free shows, cool shops, delicious cuisines, and cultural delights from July until late September.

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