Photo: Jed Villejo / Unsplash
Rome’s summer comes alive with a weekend full of must-see events for all tastes. Whether you’re looking for cultural events, food and wine experiences, outdoor concerts or trips out of town among nature and traditions, Rome and Lazio offer a vibrant program June 6-8, 2025.
Get ready to discover 12 original ideas to make the most of the weekend, including art, music, good food and unique atmospheres in the most evocative places in and around the capital.
Along the Tiber… Rome 2025
From June 6, the magical evenings of Lungo il Tevere Roma return: art, music and street food on the banks of the river. From Ponte Sublicio to Ponte Sisto, every evening the Tiber comes alive with exhibitions, performances and Roman cuisine. Free admission.7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Lungotevere, Rome.
Lazarus: David Bowie’s rock opera.
Lazarus, a theatrical masterpiece by David Bowie and Enda Walsh, is staged at Teatro Argentina. Manuel Agnelli and Casadilego bring to life a visionary, intense and poignant work. A must-see cultural event for music and theater lovers.
You can purchase tickets online here.
Where: Teatro Argentina, Rome.
Out/Route in the Aniene Valley.
Literary walks, concerts between nature and architecture, exhibitions and rafting: Fuori/Rotta is the urban adventure of City Hall IV. It starts June 5, so for this weekend you’ll have a packed free schedule at your disposal, on a journey through art and landscape. Ideal for those looking for what to do in Rome on a Sunday or weekend, away from the usual itineraries.
Here all the info and the calendar of the event.
Where: City Hall IV – Aniene Park.
BirriAmo in Tarquinia
On June 6 and 7, toast and good music with BirriAmo, a festival of craft beers from Tuscia. Sixteen breweries, tastings, live shows and street food transform the historic center of Tarquinia into a beer village. A perfect opportunity to discover and taste original beers near Rome this weekend between taste and culture. From 7 pm.
Tickets: €10 for 4 tastings, €15 for 8.
Where: Historic center of Tarquinia.
Fuori Mercato at the Botanical Garden.
Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8, Fuori Mercato returns to the Botanical Garden in Trastevere: crafts, vintage, eco-design, live music and creative workshops in one of the city’s most fascinating green spaces. A green treat among things to do in Rome this weekend for young and old. Among the activities: free creative workshops for children, Pilates and Live Music by Indiepanchine from 7 to 9 pm.
Admission €6.
Where: Largo Cristina di Svezia, Rome.
Gazzelle live at Circus Maximus
On Saturday, June 7, Gazzelle arrives for the first time at the Circus Maximus with a concert that promises endless emotions. The Roman singer-songwriter will enchant fans with his hits in one of the most anticipated live concerts in Rome for this weekend. Get ready to sing under the stars.
You can buy the very last tickets here.
Where: Circus Maximus, Rome.
BNL Italy Major Premier Padel
For sports fans, great international padel returns to the Foro Italico on June 8 with the BNL Italy Major Premier Padel. The men’s and women’s qualifiers take place with free admission.From 10 a.m.
Free admission.
Where: Foro Italico.
Cherry Festival in Celleno
From June 6 to 8, the historic Cherry Festival is back in Celleno! Food stands, music, traditions and the highly anticipated International Hazel Spitting Championship. A folkloric event not to be missed among the festivals near Rome this weekend.
Where: Celleno (VT).
Bread and Oil in Velletri
In the heart of the Castelli Romani, June 7 and 8 celebrates quality with Pane e Olio, a food festival dedicated to the authentic flavors of tradition with tastings, workshops and show cooking among the streets of Velletri.
Where: Velletri historic center.
Explore the timeless art of Palazzo Barberini: Raphael, Caravaggio, Canaletto and breathtaking frescoes. Also included is admission to the Corsini Gallery, an authentic Baroque jewel. Perfect if you’re looking for what to do in Rome over the weekend full of culture and timeless beauty.
You can purchase your ticket here.
Where: Via delle Quattro Fontane, Rome.
On June 7 and 8, experience a family weekend out of town with Zoomarine:dolphin shows, slides, roller coasters, pools and exotic animals. A perfect mix of nature, fun and learning, among the best activities for a weekend near Rome with kids.
Info and tickets here.
Where: Zoomarine.
Photo: https://feverup.com/
Become a chef for a day! In this course you will discover the secrets of making a perfect pizza and an authentic tiramisu, all accompanied by a good glass of wine. An original idea for the upcoming weekend.
Find all the info here.
Where: Third Party Passes Rome, Via Gaetano Moroni, 16, Rome.