Lungotevere Summer Festival
Escape the city heat with an evening walk along the Tiber riverbanks, where pop-up bars, artisanal crafts, and outdoor cinemas bring the city to life after sunset.
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Things to do in Rome, Italy with friends
What's on in Rome, Italy this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.
8 hand-picked things to do in Rome, Italy right now · 3 with confirmed dates
How we pick spots for a group
- Buzzy, higher-energy rooms that take a crowd
- What's on right now over evergreen tourist stops
- Bookable tables and shared plates a group can split
☀️ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight
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🍝 Eat & Drink
Seasonal flavors and summer dining
Da Enzo al 29
Order the classic fiori di zucca (zucchini flowers) stuffed with anchovy and mozzarella—the quintessential Roman summer starter.
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Fatamorgana
Cool down with artisanal, natural gelato; their exotic fruit flavors are perfect for the humid July weather.
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📅 This Weekend in Rome, Italy
Events, music, and Roman summer vibes
Johnny Marr at Roma Summer Fest
The legendary guitarist brings his high-energy set to the open-air auditorium, a perfect way to spend a summer night under the stars.
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Frah Quintale - Summer Tour '26
Catch one of Italy's favorite indie artists live in his hometown for a concert that defines the Roman summer soundtrack.
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✨ New & Notable
Current cultural highlights
Roma Summer Fest
The city's premier summer concert series featuring international and local acts in an acoustic-friendly outdoor space.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Weekend trips near Rome
Sperlonga Coastal Retreat
Drive just two hours south to reach this whitewashed village perched above pristine Tyrrhenian waters. Perfect for a refreshing dip.
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Orvieto Hilltop City
Escape the city heat in this breezy Umbrian town. Explore the underground tunnels and enjoy local white wine in the shaded piazza.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Rome, Italy with friends?
Group-friendly highlights in Rome, Italy right now include Lungotevere Summer Festival, Johnny Marr at Roma Summer Fest, and Frah Quintale - Summer Tour '26. WonderKit updates this guide daily so plans stay current.
Where do locals go out in Rome, Italy?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists buzzy restaurants and bars in Rome, Italy — the spots locals are actually packing this week.
Where's the best nightlife in Rome, Italy?
Check the sections above for current events, buzzy bars, and weekend plans in Rome, Italy worth texting the group chat about.
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