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

Dive straight into culture this September in Rome! Travel to the heart of ancient Rome at the Colosseum thanks to ‘Gladiators in the Arena: Between Colosseum and Ludus Magnus‘, an exciting multimedia display in the structure’s underground. Then, step a few centuries ahead with Pistoletto’s innovative, modern and groundbreaking art at Chiostro del Bramante. Don’t miss ‘Sembra Vivo’ at Palazzo Bonaparte, a shocking exhibit of hyperrealistic sculptures, and explore the real-life journey of non-professional photographer Peggy Kleiber through 15,000 rediscovered photographs (1959-1992) at Museo di Roma in Trastevere. Finally, check out the master of them all: Pablo Picasso – who is being commemorated 50 years after his passing at the Galleria Nazionale, where some 300 mesmerising drawings and engravings are displayed.

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

The Romaeuropa Festival‘s 38th edition showcases 90 shows by 500 artists from 34 countries in 13 locations across Rome, celebrating a fusion of tradition and innovation through music, theatre, dance, digital arts, and children’s creations. Cutting across different generations and global perspectives, rising and established talents, this event guarantees Rome two months of artistic and cultural inspiration.

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.

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.

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.

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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