A Guide To The Best Events In July 2025 In Rome

Discovering the best things to do in Rome in July

Rome, the eternal city, is always a fantastic destination, but the summer months bring an extra dose of excitement! It’s hot, it’s sexy, and there’s so much to explore and enjoy. In this article, we’ve got some awesome suggestions for the best events in July 2025 in Rome, such as exhibitions, summer festivals, and other cool activities happening in Rome this July.

Exhibitions this July in Rome

If you are an art lover, this July offers a number of very interesting exhibitions. Absolutely unmissable at Palazzo delle Esposizioni: Dal Cuore alle Mani, the exhibition that brings the creations of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana to Rome, along with Rome Codex, the largest photographic exhibition ever produced in Italy, showcasing the work of Albert Watson.

While Galleria Borghese hosts an exhibition by Kenyan-American artist Wangechi Mutu, Villa Medici welcomes the traditional Festival des Cabanes. For contemporary art, visit the “Flowers” exhibit at Chiostro del Bramante.

July is also your last chance to see Frida Kahlo through the lens of Nickolas Muray and Salvador Dalí at Museo della Fanteria, as well as Global Baroque at the Scuderie del Quirinale.

The extraordinary Caravaggio exhibition at Palazzo Barberini has been extended until July 20th. Don’t miss it!

Best events in July in Rome

Live music

The month of July is when the Olympic Stadium gets filled with music, with big concerts planned and it is also the month of summer festivals, taking place all over the city. Many artists from a variety of musical traditions and backgrounds will be performing on various stages. Check them out and pick your favourite!

3-6 July | Videocittà The Festival of Vision and Digital Culture

From July 3 to 6, the iconic Gazometro in Ostiense will once again come alive with innovation and creativity, thanks to Videocittà. The festival transforms the space into a vibrant hub of immersive installations, audiovisual performances, virtual reality, and digital art. Videocittà invites audiences on a journey through the realms of audio-visual and digital creativity, with a rich program of screenings, performances, DJ sets, talks, video mappings, and video art — showcasing both Italian and international talent.

4 – 6 July | Rally di Roma

An unmissable event starting from Bocca della Verità in Rome and spanning over 900 km of routes in the Lazio Region. Three days of passion, adrenaline, and sports.

8 July – 3 August | India Città Aperta

From July 8 to August 3, Teatro India transforms into a vibrant summer stage with India Città Aperta. A project that brings life to every corner of the theater, from the indoor halls to the open-air arena, and even a stage set in the garden, creating a true cultural hub in the shadow of the Gazometro.

The program features over 50 events and more than 100 artists, with something for everyone: workshops for children and families, experimental theater, stand-up comedy, contemporary circus, music, cinema, podcasting, and publishing, all woven into an inclusive, dynamic, and creative lineup.

12 – 16 July | Dolce & Gabbana Grand Tour

Dolce & Gabbana’s Grand Tour chooses Rome for five days of exclusive events, from July 12 to 16, featuring runway shows and exhibitions across the city’s most iconic archaeological sites, historic landmarks, and museums.

It all begins on July 12 with a special opening event and exhibition on Via Veneto. On July 13, the high jewelry collection will be unveiled at Villa Adriana in Tivoli, inside the Teatro Marittimo. The Alta Moda collection will be showcased on the evening of July 14 among the ruins of the Roman Forum. On July 15, the Alta Sartoria runway will take place on the bridge of Castel Sant’Angelo. Finally, on July 16, the celebration will conclude with a grand closing party in a location yet to be revealed.

Until 1 August | Rock in Roma

The Rock in Rome Festival began in 2009 and fifteen years later it has become one of the main international rock festivals in Italy. The event is a must for any rock music lover, with two months of programming starting in mid-June until the end of July at the huge Ippodromo delle Capannelle. For thousands of rock fans, this is THE unmissable event of the year in Rome!

July Line-up: Willie Peyote, Nanowar of Steel, Tony Boy, Lazza, Ghali, The Black Keys, Sfera Ebbasta, Joe Bonamassa, Peso Pluma, Irama, Luchè

Until 10 August | Summertime at Casa del Jazz

Starting on 6 June, Italian and foreign stars, jazz-rock legends, great orchestras, leading pianists, contaminations and new trends… the summer season of the Casa del Jazz, produced by the Fondazione Musica per Roma, offers once again this year a program full of novelties and surprises. More than 40 concerts and performances will take place on the open-air stage set up in the park of Villa Osio on Viale di Porta Ardeatina.

Until 7 August | Caracalla Festival

Opera, dance, cinema, theater, great symphonic music, jazz and pop. The summer program of Rome’s Teatro dell’Opera becomes a festival: the Caracalla Festival, with over 60 evenings from 3 June to 7 August at the ancient Baths of Caracalla. Don’t miss out and book your spots!

July Line-up: West Side Story, Roberto Bolle and Friends, La Traviata, Don Giovanni, Le Sacre du Printemps

Until 20 September | Roma Summer Fest

The incredible architectural space of the Auditorium will host the Fondazione Musica per Roma – Roma Summer Fest. This is one of the most important music events of the Roman summer, each year hosting many artists from the national and international music scene who return to the capital for a series of unmissable concerts.

July Line-up: Afterhours (5 & 6), Sting (7), Skunk Anansie (8), Jamie xx (12), Nile Rodgers & Chic (15), Paul Kalkbrenner (18), Joe Bonamassa (19), Nick Cave (21 & 22), Rokia Traoré (22), Nino D’Angelo (23), Alanis Morissette (24), Jimmy Sax & Symphonic Dance Orchestra (25), Stewart Copeland (27), Morrissey (28)

Until 22 September | Jazz&Image: Colosseum Festival (TBC)

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 24 August | Lungo il Tevere 2025

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 August.

8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16 July | LETTERATURE International Literature Festival of Rome 2025

Celebrating its 24nd year, the International Literature Festival will bring together esteemed Italian and international authors who have made significant contributions to contemporary literature.

As always, the stunning Stadio Palatino, located within the Colosseum Archaeological Park, will provide the backdrop for the festival. A final special event has been added on July 19 at the Idroscalo of Ostia

2 July – 7 September | Ostia Antica Festival

The 2025 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.

12-14 July | Prisma Awards

After more than 45 events over the past 8 years, the Rome Prisma Film Awards return in June 2025 with an expanded three-day celebration of international short cinema in the heart of Rome.

Set in the iconic Cinema Farnese in Piazza Campo de’ Fiori and enriched by parallel events at prestigious venues like Palazzo Valentini and Spazio Sette Library, this summer edition features three evenings of screenings, along with networking opportunities, educational activities, and meetings between the public, filmmakers, and institutions.

Open-air Cinema

Experience the enchantment of open-air cinema in Rome this July. From piazzas like Piazza San Cosimato to parks like Parco degli Acquedotti and Villa Borghese, as well as cultural venues like MAXXI Museum, various locations offer outdoor movie screenings. Immerse yourself in the magic of cinema under the stars and enjoy a diverse range of films, making your summer nights in Rome truly memorable. Stay on the lookout for cinema listings.

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