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 10th to 12th, 2025, 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.
INSPIRATION
The Ultimate Guide to Rome’s Monti Neighbourhood
The 2025 program
The three-day program is truly packed. The 2025 edition brings the district to life across three areas: the main stage in Piazza Madonna dei Monti, alongside the stage in Piazza della Suburra and a series of events on the Scalinata degli Ibernesi. In addition to concerts and performances, there will be exhibitions and traveling events, as well as workshops and labs open to all ages.
Friday, October 10
Piazza Madonna dei Monti
- 16:30–20:30 — Poste Italiane cancellation and commemorative postcard for the 40th anniversary of the Associazione Rione Monti, officially opening the edition. Followed by performances by Montician artists and singers.
- 21:30 — Rugantino – Massimo Mattia sings Rome
- 22:30 — Tiziana Salzano
Piazza della Suburra
- 8:00 pm • 9:00 pm • 10:00 pm — Triple appointment with aerial acrobatics on a self-supporting structure.
Saturday, October 11
Piazza Madonna dei Monti
- 5:30 pm — Montician Poets: M. Licciardello, S. Carfì, Roberta, Simone 51; special guest Elena Russo
- 8:00 pm — Sara Modigliani – History of Roman Songs
- 9:30 pm — 883 Cover Band
Piazza della Suburra (rock music)
- 8:00 pm — Easy DemonB
- 9:00 pm — Superdog Party
- 10:00 pm — Vascelli
Scalinata degli Ibernesi (live music)
- 8:30–9:45 pm — Ludovica Valori – Traindeville & Stefano Antonelli
Sunday, October 12
Piazza Madonna dei Monti
- 5:00 pm — First-aid BLS-D demonstration – Association La Rete di Tutti
- 7:00 pm — Musumeci Greco – fencing exhibition
- 8:00 pm — Luci al Neon – C. Milanese
- 9:00 pm — Lotteria Monticiana 2025 drawing
- 9:30 pm — Gianluca Giugliarelli (comedian)
- 10:00 pm — Massimo Mattia & Greta
Piazza della Suburra
- 7:30–9:30 pm — Red Five Swing
- 10:00 pm–close — Fire Show – BANYAN with Paolo Mele and Marta Ruttino
Scalinata degli Ibernesi
- 7:00 pm — Sfila e Fila (fashion show)
- 8:00–10:00 pm — Filuccio & Fattacci – live music
Throughout the three days, the district will also be animated by widespread exhibition routes, experiential activities, workshops, and labs that weave together tradition, creativity, and community participation.
INSPIRATION
The Best Events In October In Rome
Exhibitions, and Other Initiatives
A day-by-day summary of cultural events, exhibitions, and traveling initiatives at Ottobrata Monticiana.
Friday, October 10
- Convento di San Bonaventura (3:00–4:00 pm) — Guided tour — free, reservation required
- The Middle Ages in Monti (4:30–6:00 pm) — Theatrical walking tour with guide and actors — free, reservation required
- Enrico Fermi Museum (6:00–7:15 pm) — Visit with a researcher — free, reservation required
- “Io non ho ucciso” (6:30 pm) — Book presentation — Libreria Panisperna, Via Panisperna 200 — free
- The True Story of the Marchese del Grillo (9:00–9:45 pm) — Theatrical tour in the Marquis’s places — tickets
Saturday, October 11
- S. Maria ai Monti – Historical Archive (10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 3:30 pm / 7:00 pm) — Visits — free, reservation required
- S. Maria ai Monti – Works of Art (same times) — Visits — free, reservation required
- Accademia Costume & Moda (10:00 / 11:00 am – 12:00 / 1:00 pm) — Open/visits — free, reservation required
- The Gambling Trap (11:00 am) — Talk — free
- Convento di San Bonaventura (3:00–4:00 pm) — Visit — free, reservation required
- Michelangelo in Monti (3:30–5:30 pm) — Theatrical walking tour — free, reservation required
- “Massimo Occhiuzzo” Literary Prize (5:00 pm) — Info coming soon
- Candle Store – “La Monticiana” (6:00–8:00 pm) — Launch of the new fragrance + gifts — Via dei Serpenti 127
- The True Story of the Marchese del Grillo (9:00–9:45 pm) — Theatrical tour — tickets
Sunday, October 12
- Rome by Run (7:00–8:30 am) — Free running tour (ITA/ENG/ESP) — free
- Holy Mass (11:00 am) — In memory of Andra Baccini — info coming soon
- Monti in the Feminine (11:00 am–1:00 pm) — Theatrical walking tour — free, reservation required
- Ceramics Studio – Marina Gozzi (11:00 am / 12:00 pm / 1:00 pm) — Studio visits — Via Tor de’ Conti 16
- A Walk with Conte Tacchia (5:00 pm) — Info coming soon
- Art Workshop for Children (5:00–7:00 pm) — Galleria Marte, Via degli Zingari 39
- “Fila e Sfila” (7:00–8:00 pm) — Fashion show — Scalinata di Via degli Ibernesi
Workshops & Labs
Hands-on, informative appointments blending tradition, craftsmanship, and well-being, open to the public with reservation.
- Agriculturando — A session dedicated to extra-virgin olive oil (EVO): health, nutrition, cosmetics, and proper storage; with notes on the agricultural history of Rione Monti (pre-Roman, Roman, and medieval).
Location: Via della Madonna dei Monti 86. — Info/Booking: Ottobrata Monticiana Facebook page. - Micromosaic — A short excursus into the art of Roman filato micromosaic with Luigina Rech: studio, techniques, restoration, painting, and decoration.
Location: Via dell’Angeletto 11. — Info/Booking: Ottobrata Monticiana Facebook page.
Health & Well-Being
Ottobrata Monticiana is not only shows, tradition, and entertainment: the 2025 edition introduces a program dedicated to prevention and well-being.
“Cesare Venturini” Sports Village – free screenings
- Friday, October 10, 10:00 am–5:00 pm — Footfall/plantar support screening
- Saturday, October 11, 11:00 am–6:00 pm — “Heart & Sport” screening (cardiovascular prevention)
- Sunday, October 12, 10:00 am–1:00 pm — ENT screening
To take part, simply come during the times indicated above.
Sunday, October 12, 4:00–7:00 pm — Centro Evergreen, Via Tor dei Conti 39
- Free check-up dedicated to health and longevity (reservation required).
October 10 & 12, 2025 — Blood donation: “Donate Your Drop of Life”
Location: Via dei Serpenti 166 — in front of Bar La Licata.
Click here to read the full program
10-12 October 2025
Monti Neigbourhood
