When the sun goes down, the capital lights up and becomes a stage for activities and attractions to please both adults and children.
In this article we will talk about summer in Rome and the unmissable events of this season!
Tevere Expo
Right on the river banks of the Lungotevere between Ponte Sublicio and Ponte Sisto, this event is a true tradition of the Roman summer. Music, lights, games and colours animate this area, already known for its timeless vitality and beauty.
The Tevere Expo is an event with free entrance, which you can access every evening until 24 August 2025, from 19:00 to 2:00. You will find artisan and gastronomic stands, live concerts, cultural talks, shows and light installations perfect for your photo and video memories to share on social platforms.
You can get there by tram 8 or bus 23, H, 280 in the heart of Trastevere.
Testaccio Estate
In the heart of the Testaccio district, the Città dell’Altra Economia hosts an urban festival that combines live music, culture and art, food and cinema with free entrance under the stars. You can attend until 30 September 2025 and the agenda is truly vast and full of experiences you cannot miss. Perfect for young people looking for exciting evenings as well as families with children, thanks to the special play and relaxation area. There are DJ sets, live bands and stand-up comedians, and daily screenings of classic and author’s movies.
This event can be easily reached from the metro station B Piramide, walking about 10 minutes or taking bus 170 and tram 3.
Outdoor cinema
Speaking of cinema, the city of Rome hosts dozens of festivals spread across historic villas, parks and squares. Among the most popular locations where you can immerse yourself in this activity there are:
- Casa del Cinema in Villa Borghese – reachable by metro A, Spagna
- Parco degli Acquedotti – reachable by metro A, Subaugusta
- Piazza San Cosimato (Trastevere) – reachable by tram 8
Italian, international, original language or family-friendly movies: the atmosphere is magical, especially in green spaces such as Cervelletta Park or Tor Sapienza Park.
A word of advice: bring a towel or folding chair and enjoy the best of the night, under the stars!
Peter Pan – Never Stop Dreaming (This Is Wonderland)
Perfect for children, families and those who love to dream in general, the Waterfall Garden of the Laghetto dell’EUR hosts, until 2 November 2025, a new stage of ‘This Is Wonderland’ with the brand new Peter Pan theme park.
An entrance ticket is required for this event, available for different time slots, which you can check out on the official website. Here you will witness themed shows, games for people of all ages, and enjoy the food and relaxation area in an enchanted and evocative setting, ideal for those who love to capture those special moments.
It is a 5-minute walk from the metro station B Palasport or you can reach it by bus 714 and 766.
Cultural events
The traditional Roman summer offers a rich calendar of cultural, artistic and musical events in all areas of the city, even the less central ones, from June to September.
Among the main activities worth mentioning:
- exhibitions at the MACRO, the Mattatoio and the Palazzo delle Esposizioni;
- live performances in parks and courtyards;
- evening visits to municipal museums;
- evening visit to the Villa of Maxentius on the Appia Antica, for a perfect mix of history and magic under the stars.
Whether you are looking for ideas for a romantic evening in Rome, a family night out, or simply a way to experience the city even in summer, these events will help you rediscover the capital’s eternal charm. No need for long departures: all you need is a sunset on the Tiber or a projection among the trees to feel like you are somewhere else.
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In the meantime, we remind you that we are waiting for you at Ragno D’Oro from September!