Unmissable events in Rome in August 2024
August paints the sky with colors that only the heart can understand, while the wind whispers secrets of freedom…
On the 4L Collection Hotels blog, like every month, the review of events in Rome in August 2024 returns, including extraordinary openings, music and summer evenings to be experienced, immersed in nature and in sites of incredible historical and artistic value. Let's discover it together.
Lights on Massenzio
When? Every Saturday in August
Price? Free
Only a few days ago, the Via Appia Antica entered the UNESCO World Heritage List, thus becoming the 60th recognized Italian site. But did you know that for the whole month you can start an evocative journey back in time right there, in the heart of Rome's history?
Every Saturday in August it will be possible to visit the Villa of Maxentius for free in the evening hours, with the suggestive lighting of the brand new facility, taking part in guided tours and events. An incredible journey that winds through history, architecture and culture, a walk to discover the residence of Emperor Maxentius that will end only at sunset, directly on the terrace above the crypt of the Mausoleum of Romulus.
Caracalla Festival 2024
When? Until August 10
Where? Terme di Caracalla
Price: starting from €10, up to €120
A tribute to Giacomo Puccini, whose death centenary is celebrated this year. A music festival that becomes a unique moment of art and that will make the Roman summer even more magical. Until August 10, the historic spaces of the Baths of Caracalla come alive thanks to the Caracalla Festival 2024, the event that will tickle the most diverse artistic forms: from art to music, to theater, dance and contemporary circus.
Also this year, special guests are expected: the Italian architect and designer Massimiliano Fuksas, the dancers Roberto Bolle, Eleonora Abbagnato and the British conductor, Wayne Marshall. Finally, for enthusiasts, there will be jazz music and some famous names in pop music.
FAI Summer Evenings 2024 at Villa Gregoriana Park
When? Saturday 10th August and Saturday 17th August
Where? Parco Villa Gregoriana - Largo Sant'Angelo snc, Tivoli (RM)
Price: starting from 15€ for FAI members
Just over half an hour from Rome, in Tivoli to be precise, the enchanting Villa Gregoriana Park preserves an important artistic heritage just waiting to be discovered.
For enthusiasts, this month, there is a wonderful surprise: for two Saturdays in August, the Villa Gregoriana Park will be open after hours. From 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm, you can immerse yourself in the refreshing cool of the Tiburtina gorge, admire caves and waterfalls highlighted by the lights of the sunset.
