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For decades, Rome's summer opera festival transformed the ancient Baths of Caracalla into an open-air stage under the stars. In 2026, the festival moves to the Circo Massimo while the Baths undergo restoration, promising a season of opera, dance, and music from 29 June to 31 July. This guide explains the festival's history, its unique venue, how to buy tickets, and practical tips for enjoying a performance.
Planning to see opera or ballet in Rome this winter? Here's how to get tickets for Teatro dell'Opera di Roma, from the box office and official online channels to seating tips and practical advice for your visit.
A practical guide to Roma Jazz Festival venues and tickets, comparing the Auditorium, Casa del Jazz, and Monk Club for atmosphere, price, and transit.
Plan the Roma Jazz Festival with dates, venue comparisons, ticket rules, and neighborhood tips for Rome's flagship autumn jazz event.
How Holy Week works in Rome: which papal ceremonies need free Vatican tickets, which do not, where the Via Crucis happens, and what closes over Easter.
Estate Romana turns Rome's ruins and riverbanks into venues from June to October. What the programme covers, what is free, and how to find the schedule.
Rome's oldest neighbourhood feast runs two weeks each July in Trastevere. The processions, the free events, the recurrence rule and what to expect.
The Rome Film Fest runs 14-25 October 2026 at the Auditorium Parco della Musica. How public tickets work, what the red carpet involves, and where to stay.
Rome's founding anniversary falls on 21 April every year. What the Circus Maximus reenactment involves, what is free, and how to plan around the crowds.
Romaeuropa runs 8 September to 15 November 2026 across more than 20 Rome venues. What the programme covers, how booking works, and which venue to pick.
Rome's festival year, month by month: Easter ceremonies, the 21 April birthday, the Estate Romana summer programme, autumn cinema and Christmas markets.
Compare Rome's Christmas markets — Piazza Navona, Christmas World, Natale all'Eur, and Giftland — with Metro access, entry costs, and seasonal dates.
