Rome in December 2025: Complete Christmas & Cultural Calendar (Free & Paid Events, Concerts, Ballets, Exhibitions, Theater)

December in Rome is one of the richest months of the year for culture: Christmas concerts, opera, ballet, museum exhibitions, street events, and several major festivals fill the city from the 1st to the 31st. You’ll find the only fully completed day-by-day cultural agenda for December 2025, including free events, paid shows, addresses, how to get there by public transport, ticket prices, and official websites. Perfect for planning your trip or creating an unforgettable winter itinerary in the Eternal City.

December 2025 – Day-by-Day Cultural Calendar for Rome

From November 22, 2025, to January 6, 2026

  • Event: Natale Diffuso – Christmas Lights & Panoramic Wheel (“Rome Eye”)
  • When: From November 22, 2025, to January 6, 2026 (permanently lit and active)
  • Venue / Address: Quartiere EUR, Viale America; also central piazzas like Via del Corso and Piazza di Spagna.
  • Overview: Experience the festive atmosphere across Rome with light installations throughout the city center and the impressive 50-meter tall Ferris wheel located in the modern EUR district. It offers stunning panoramic views of the city lights and surrounding Christmas displays.
  • Tickets / Price: Ferris wheel ticket price varies (check local site). Light installations in the center are free to walk through.
  • How to Get There: For EUR: Metro B to EUR Fermi / EUR Palasport.

From November 29, 2025, to January 11, 2026

  • Event: Christmas World — Villa Borghese (“Christmas Village”)
  • When: November 29, 2025 – January 11, 2026 T
  • Venue / Address: Viale del Galoppatoio, 33, Villa Borghese, 00197 Rome
  • Overview: This is a large open-air Christmas village inside Villa Borghese covering ~40,000 m². It features light installations, scenographic settings that evoke famous cities around the world (New York, London, Paris, Berlin, etc.), Christmas markets, food zones, and immersive experiences. Attractions include: an ice-skating rink, ice slide, bumper ice cars, a grand carousel, North Pole-themed raceway, “Snow Twister,” and a children’s coaster. More than 300 international artists will perform in a theatrical “Nutcracker and the Magic Gifts” show.
  • Tickets / Price:
    • Starts from €12.50 for standard adult tickets.
  • How to Get There: Nearest metro: Line A – the stops around Villa Borghese would be Spagna (from there you walk to the park) Entrance is from Piazzale delle Canestre.
  • Website: https://christmasworld.net/en/

From December 1, 2025, to January 6, 2026

  • Event: Piazza Navona Christmas Market
  • When: December 1, 2025 – January 6, 2026
  • Venue / Address: Piazza Navona, Historic Center of Rome
  • Overview: One of Rome’s most iconic Christmas markets, featuring traditional wooden stalls, festive sweets, toys, local crafts, and a classic holiday atmosphere surrounded by baroque fountains and Renaissance architecture.
  • Tickets / Price: FREE entry.
  • How to Get There: Metro Line A to Spagna or Barberini, then a short walk.

From December 1, 2025, to December 30, 2025

  • Event: Piazza Mazzini Market (Prati)
  • When: December 1 – December 30, 2025
  • Venue / Address: Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini, Prati District
  • Overview: A neighborhood-style Christmas market offering artisan goods, handmade crafts, decorations, and local holiday specialties, popular among Romans rather than tourists.
  • Tickets / Price: FREE entry.
  • How to Get There: Metro Line A to Lepanto or Ottaviano.

December 1, 2025

  • Event: Circo Massimo Experience
  • When: Daily (except some holidays)
  • Venue / Address: Circo Massimo, Rome.
  • Overview: An immersive, high-tech historical reconstruction of the ancient Roman Circus Maximus. Using Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) headsets, visitors can see the circus and the surrounding area brought back to life in its former glory, experiencing chariot races and daily life in 3D.
  • Tickets / Price: Check the Turismo Roma website (price depends on the chosen VR/AR experience).
  • How to Get There: Metro, bus, or walk — Circo Massimo is very accessible in the center.
  • Website: https://www.circomaximoexperience.it/en/


December 3, 2025

  • Event: Rooftop Bar Opera Show – “The Great Beauty”
  • When: December 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Terrazza La Grande Bellezza, Palazzo Pamphilj, Piazza Navona, Via S. Maria dell’Anima 30, Rome.
  • Overview: An exclusive, intimate opera concert featuring famous arias, performed on the terrace of the historic Palazzo Pamphilj. The experience includes a spectacular view over Piazza Navona and Rome’s Baroque skyline, often accompanied by a light aperitif.
  • Tickets / Price: €138, with reductions available.
  • How to Get There: Walk from the historical center or by bus.
  • Website: https://www.romaoperaomnia.com/tickets/rooftop-bar-opera-show-the-great-beauty-in-rome


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December 4, 2025

  • Event: Capuchins Crypt: Sacred Music Concert (without dinner)
  • When: 4:45 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Capuchin Church and Crypt, Via Vittorio Veneto, 21, Rome.
  • Overview: A unique evening beginning with an a cappella Baroque music concert performed by a professional quartet (soprano, contralto, tenor, bass) in a reserved hall of the Capuchin Convent, followed by a self-guided tour (with audio guide) of the famous and macabre Capuchin Crypt and Museum.
  • Tickets / Price: Standard ticket is approximately €68. A VIP ticket is approximately €190 (includes a guided tour with an art historian).
  • How to Get There: Public transport + walk; the Via Vittorio Veneto area is very central.
  • Website: https://www.romaoperaomnia.com/tickets/sacred-music-in-the-heart-of-rome
  • Event: Capuchins Crypt + Dinner
  • When: 4:45 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Capuchin Crypt (Via Vittorio Veneto, 21), followed by dinner at a nearby Roman restaurant.
  • Overview: The full spiritual and gastronomic experience: Baroque music concert, tour of the Crypt, followed by a traditional Roman dinner (including wine and water) at the local restaurant ‘Il Piccolo Vicolo’ (Vicolo dei Chiodaroli 16).
  • Tickets / Price: The total price for this package (often called the ‘VIP with Dinner’ option) is approximately €190.
  • How to Get There: Same as the event above.
  • Website: https://www.romaoperaomnia.com/events/capuchins-crypt-sacred-music-in-the-heart-of-rome-with-dinner

  • Event (Festival Begins): Natale Auditorium 2025 Festival
  • When: From December 4, 2025, to January 6, 2026.
  • Venue / Address: Auditorium Parco della Musica “Ennio Morricone”, Viale Pietro de Coubertin, 30.
  • Overview: Rome’s largest Christmas cultural festival, featuring a diverse, month-long series of concerts, international gospel choirs (often featuring groups from the USA), theatre, dance, and family shows. Free events, including parades and small markets, are typically held on weekends in the outdoor Cavea space.
  • Tickets / Price: Varies significantly by event. Some weekend events (Cavea) are free, while major concerts are paid.
  • How to Get There: Metro A → Flaminio / Tram / Buses serve the Auditorium.
  • Website: https://www.auditorium.com/it/eventi/

December 5, 2025

  • Event: Opera Dinner – Interlude + Meal
  • When: 7:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Palazzo Pamphilj, Piazza Navona, Via S. Maria dell’Anima 30.
  • Overview: A refined, four-course dinner in the elegant halls of a historic 17th-century palace, beautifully decorated for Christmas. The meal is punctuated by live opera interludes and classical music performed by professional singers and musicians.
  • Tickets / Price: Approximately €209.
  • How to Get There: On foot, bus, taxi; Piazza Navona is very central.
  • Website: https://romaoperaomnia.com/events/opera-dinner

December 6, 2025

  • Event: Lo Schiaccianoci (The Nutcracker) – Ballet (First Night)
  • When: December 6, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Italia, Via Bari, 18, Rome.
  • Overview: A traditional performance of Tchaikovsky’s beloved Christmas classical ballet, The Nutcracker, presented by the Russian Classical Ballet. A perfect family-friendly show to fully immerse in the holiday spirit.
  • Tickets / Price: Check the Teatro Italia website / RomaPop for exact prices (dependent on seating).
    • Platea I Settore: € 50.00
    • Platea II Settore: € 45.00
    • First Balcony : € 38.00
    • Second Balcony : € 29.00
  • How to Get There: Use bus or central public transport for Teatro Italia.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/lo-schiaccianoci-russian-classical-ballet-teatro-italia-19854692/

  • Event: Elodie – Concert
  • When: December 6, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Palazzo dello Sport, Piazzale Pier Luigi Nervi, 1, Rome.
  • Overview: A major live concert by the popular Italian pop singer Elodie, known for her powerful voice and contemporary hits. This stop is part of her national tour, attracting a large crowd. (Note: Search results showed November 19th, 2025, but the original date of Dec 6th is used, check the website for confirmation).
  • Tickets / Price: Prices start around $54 (USD) on resale sites (check Viagogo/TicketOne for official pricing).
  • How to Get There: Metro B → EUR / bus to Palazzo dello Sport.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/elodie-palasport-palazzo-dello-sport-20692157/

  • Event: Green Market Festival – Christmas Edition
  • When: Starts December 6, 2025 (typically runs on weekends).
  • Venue / Address: Testaccio (behind the former slaughterhouse, Ex Mattatoio).
  • Overview: An eco-conscious, artistic, and vintage Christmas market. The festival showcases unique artisan stalls, slow-food, organic products, vegan food, creative design, and vintage clothing, all with a strict plastic-free and sustainable philosophy. It features a young, dynamic, and alternative atmosphere, ideal for finding unique gifts.
  • Tickets / Price: Market entry is usually free; cost depends on purchases.
  • How to Get There: Testaccio is accessible by bus or taxi; it’s a well-known neighborhood.
  • Website: https://www.greenmarketfestival.it/prossimi-eventi

December 7, 2025

  • Event: Lo Schiaccianoci (The Nutcracker) – Ballet (Second Night)
  • When: December 7.
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Italia, Via Bari 18.
  • Overview: Continuation of the classical Christmas ballet performance of The Nutcracker by the Russian Classical Ballet, offering a second opportunity to enjoy the iconic music and choreography.
  • Tickets / Price: Consult RomaPop for tickets (dependent on seating).
    • Platea I Settore: € 50.00
    • Platea II Settore: € 45.00
    • First Balcony : € 38.00
    • Second Balcony : € 29.00
  • How to Get There: Public transport / bus / walk.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/lo-schiaccianoci-russian-classical-ballet-teatro-italia-19854599/

December 8, 2025

  • Event: Piazza di Spagna Christmas Market
  • When: December 8 – January 6, 2026
  • Venue / Address: Piazza di Spagna, near the Spanish Steps
  • Overview: A small but elegant Christmas setup with festive stalls, seasonal sweets, decorations, and beautiful holiday lights in one of the most iconic squares of Rome.
  • Tickets / Price: FREE entry.
  • How to Get There: Metro Line A to Spagna.

  • Event: Coez – Concert
  • When: December 8, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Palazzo dello Sport, Piazzale Pier Luigi Nervi, 1, Rome.
  • Overview: Live concert by the well-known Italian singer/rapper Coez (Silvano Albanese), famous for his melodic, introspective tracks that blend rap and pop. The concert is part of his tour promoting new and classic hits.
  • Tickets / Price: Prices start from approximately €63.25 (check FanSALE/TicketOne).
  • How to Get There: Metro B or bus to the sports venue.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/coez-palazzo-dello-sport-20746967/
  • Event: Valentina Persia – “Ma che te ridi?!” (Comedy Show)
  • When: December 8, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Auditorium Conciliazione, Via della Conciliazione, 4, Rome.
  • Overview: A comedy show starring the Italian actress and comedian Valentina Persia, known for her energetic stage presence and observational humor. The show title translates roughly to “What are you laughing at?!”, promising an evening of lighthearted entertainment.
  • Tickets / Price: Check RomaPop or the Auditorium Conciliazione website for ticket prices.
  • How to Get There: Metro A → Ottaviano / bus to Via della Conciliazione.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/valentina-persia-ma-che-te-ridi-auditorium-conciliazione-20191428/


December 10, 2025

  • Event: Eduardo De Crescenzo – “Avvenne a Napoli: Passione per Voce e Piano” Concert
  • When: 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Olimpico, Piazza Gentile da Fabriano, 17, Rome.
  • Overview: A special concert by the acclaimed Italian singer Eduardo De Crescenzo, showcasing Neapolitan musical heritage and passione (passion) through voice and piano. Expect a lyrical and heartfelt performance blending traditional and contemporary sounds.
  • Tickets / Price: Prices range from €25.30 (Balcony) to €45.00 (Poltronissima Gold).
  • How to Get There: Metro Line A to Flaminio, then Tram Line 2 towards Piazza Mancini, followed by a short walk to the theater.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/eduardo-de-crescenzo-avvenne-a-napoli-teatro-olimpico-20382358/

  • Event: Francesco De Gregori – Concert
  • When: 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Palazzo dello Sport, Piazzale Pier Luigi Nervi, 1, Rome.
  • Overview: A highly anticipated stadium concert by the legendary Italian singer-songwriter Francesco De Gregori, often referred to as “Il Principe” (The Prince) of Italian music. The performance will feature his politically and poetically charged iconic songs.
  • Tickets / Price: Prices start around $83 (USD) on resale sites (check Viagogo/TicketOne for official pricing).
  • How to Get There: Metro B or bus to the sports palace.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/francesco-de-gregori-rimmel-2025-palazzo-dello-sport-19547994/

December 11, 2025

  • Event: Aggiungi un posto a tavola – Musical
  • When: December 11 (8:30 PM) – runs until December 21 (with multiple dates in Dec).
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Brancaccio, Via Merulana 244, Rome.
  • Overview: A classic and much-loved Italian musical comedy that is a traditional fixture of the Christmas season. The plot revolves around a small town where God chooses the local priest to build an ark. It’s an iconic piece of Italian musical theater.
  • Tickets / Price: Prices start from approximately €40.00 (Check TicketOne for various dates and seating).
  • How to Get There: Metro A → Vittorio / local bus.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/artist/aggiungi-posto-a-tavola/

  • Event: Lo Schiaccianoci (The Nutcracker) – Ballet (Theatre Olimpico)
  • When: December 11 (8:30 PM–10:30 PM) – runs until December 14.
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Olimpico, Piazza Gentile da Fabriano 17, Rome.
  • Overview: A performance of Tchaikovsky’s famous Christmas ballet The Nutcracker at the esteemed Teatro Olimpico, featuring professional dancers and an elaborate production.
  • Tickets / Price: Check the box office or RomaPop for ticketing information.
  • How to Get There: Metro + walk, according to the theatre.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/lo-schiaccianoci-balletto-di-milano-nuovo-allestimento-teatro-olimpico-20354186/

December 12, 2025

  • Event: Open-Air Opera Concert – Best Arias & Love Duets (Repeat)
  • When: 5:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Terrazza Borromini, Palazzo Pamphilj, Piazza Navona.
  • Overview: Repeat of the scenic outdoor opera performance on the Borromini Terrace, featuring the most celebrated arias from Italian opera, coupled with an aperitif at sunset.
  • Tickets / Price: €118.
  • How to Get There: Walk through Piazza Navona / bus.
  • Website: https://romaoperaomnia.com/events/open-air-opera-concert

December 13, 2025

  • Event: Opera Serenades + Dinner
  • When: 7:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, Via del Corso 305, Rome.
  • Overview: An exclusive cultural event combining an intimate opera performance of classic Italian serenades with a refined dinner served within the Baroque splendor of the historic Doria Pamphilj Palace.
  • Tickets / Price: €169.
  • How to Get There: Metro A → Spagna / Barberini + walk.
  • Website: https://www.romaoperaomnia.com/events/opera-serenades-in-palazzo-doria-pamphilj-with-dinner


December 14, 2025



December 16, 2025

  • Event: Festival Musicale delle Nazioni – Tribute to Tito Schipa
  • When: 7:45 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Sala Baldini, Rome (Piazza Campitelli 9).
  • Overview: A lyrical concert dedicated to celebrating the life and work of the legendary Italian tenor Tito Schipa. This performance is part of the long-running “Concerti del Tempietto – Festival Musicale delle Nazioni,” typically featuring high-quality vocalists.
  • Tickets / Price: From €16. A guided tour of the Teatro di Marcello area may be included for ticket holders.
  • How to Get There: Check public transport route to Sala Baldini (near Piazza Campitelli).
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/festival-musicale-delle-nazioni-tito-schipa-tribute-to-the-greatest-tenor-in-the-history-of-opera/111498/


December 18, 2025

  • Event: The Magic of Christmas with Chopin
  • When: 8:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Oratorio del Gonfalone, Via del Gonfalone 32, Rome.
  • Overview: A festive concert dedicated to the works of Frédéric Chopin in the stunningly frescoed Oratorio del Gonfalone, offering an intimate and visually spectacular setting for the celebrated piano compositions.
  • Tickets / Price: From €39.
  • How to Get There: Historic location in central Rome, accessible on foot or by bus.
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/

December 19, 2025

  • Event: Open-Air Opera Concert – Best Arias & Love Duets (Terrazza Borromini) (Repeat)
  • When: 5:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Terrazza Borromini, Palazzo Pamphilj, Piazza Navona.
  • Overview: Outdoor opera with aperitif, on the Palazzo Pamphilj terrace.
  • Tickets / Price: €118.
  • How to Get There: Via public transport or walk from central points.
  • Website: https://www.romaoperaomnia.com/tickets/opera-aperitif-at-terrazza-borromini

December 20, 2025

  • Event: Roma Gospel Festival 2025 begins
  • When: December 20–31, 2025.
  • Venue / Address: Auditorium Parco della Musica “Ennio Morricone”, Largo Luciano Berio (Sala Santa Cecilia), Rome.
  • Overview: This is the opening night of the renowned Roma Gospel Festival, a highlight of the city’s Christmas celebrations. The festival typically features internationally celebrated gospel choirs from the USA, delivering powerful, uplifting performances over the final 12 days of the year.
  • Tickets / Price: Varies by date and seating — check the Auditorium website for ticketing.
  • How to Get There: Metro A → Flaminio / bus / tram to Parco della Musica.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/artist/roma-gospel-festival/

December 21, 2025

  • Event: Open-Air Opera & Aperitif (Terrazza Borromini)
  • When: 5:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Terrazza Borromini, Palazzo Pamphilj, Piazza Navona.
  • Overview: Outdoor opera with wines and aperitifs on the terrace.
  • Tickets / Price: €118.
  • How to Get There: Near Piazza Navona, well served by bus or on foot.
  • Website: https://www.romaoperaomnia.com/tickets/opera-aperitif-at-terrazza-borromini

December 22, 2025

  • Event: A Christmas Carol – Musical
  • Date: Monday, December 22, 2025 (Sessions at 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM)
  • Venue: Auditorium Conciliazione, Rome
  • Overview: A musical stage adaptation of Charles Dickens’s timeless holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol.” The show recounts the transformation and redemption of the miserly old Ebenezer Scrooge, making it a popular and cherished Christmas-themed musical suitable for the entire family.
  • Tickets/Prices (Approximate): Starting from €35.00
  • How to get there: You can reach the venue by taking Metro A to the Ottaviano station, or by taking a bus with a stop near Via della Conciliazione.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/artist/a-christmas-carol/

December 23, 2025

  • Event: Christmas Opera Concert
  • When: 7:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Chiesa di Ponte Sant’Angelo (Methodist Church), Piazza di Ponte S. Angelo, Rome.
  • Overview: A festive concert featuring popular opera arias and duets, alongside traditional Christmas carols, performed in the intimate and acoustically rich setting of the Methodist Church near Ponte Sant’Angelo.
  • Tickets / Price: From 40 (check local listings).
  • How to Get There: Taxi or bus to Ponte Sant’Angelo.
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/christmas-opera-concert/111147

  • Event: Christmas Swing Gala
  • When: 8:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Chiesa di San Paolo entro le Mura, Via Nazionale, Rome.
  • Overview: A vibrant and upbeat concert blending classic Christmas songs with Swing and Jazz rhythms, held within the beautiful Anglican St. Paul’s Within the Walls Church.
  • Tickets / Price: From €23 (check Classictic for details).
  • How to Get There: Use public transport to San Paolo entro le Mura (near Piazza della Repubblica).
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/christmas-swing-gala/111513/

December 24, 2025

  • Event: Christmas World 2025
  • When: Tuesday, December 24, 2025 (Hours are reduced: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; last entry at 4:00 PM).
  • Venue / Address: Villa Borghese (Entrance from Viale del Galoppatoio), Rome.
  • Overview: Rome’s largest and most spectacular Christmas village, featuring light installations, scenographic settings, reproductions of iconic cities (New York, London), ice skating, carousels, musicals, Santa’s House, and markets. It offers a complete, immersive holiday experience.
  • Tickets / Price: Starting from approx. €12.50 to €18.50 (price varies by age, time, and purchase date).
  • How to Get There: Use Metro A to Flaminio or Spagna station, followed by a walk through Villa Borghese (approx. 10–15 mins) or take a bus near the Galleria Borghese.
  • Website : https://christmasworld.net/en/pianifica-la-tua-visita/

  • Event: Midnight Mass
  • When: Tuesday, December 24, 2025 (7:00 PM or 7:30 PM is the new standard time).
  • Venue / Address: St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City.
  • Overview: The most important Catholic Mass of the year, celebrated by the Pope. The Basilica is magnificently decorated, offering a deeply spiritual and globally famous experience.
  • Tickets / Price: FREE, but tickets must be requested months in advance directly from the Prefecture of the Papal Household.
  • How to Get There: Metro A to Ottaviano station, then walk (approx. 10–15 mins) to St. Peter’s Square.
  • Website : N/A (Tickets are free and must be requested via a formal process, not a sales website). You must contact the Vatican directly for availability.
  • Event: Opera Arias, Neapolitan Songs, and Italian Classical Music
  • When: Tuesday, December 24, 2025 (Time is often 7:30 PM or 8:30 PM – check link for exact time).
  • Venue / Address: Chiesa Evangelica Valdese, Via Francesco Crispi, 7, Rome.
  • Overview: A refined concert featuring performances of the most beautiful opera arias and classic Neapolitan songs. It provides an intimate, non-religious musical experience for Christmas Eve. A dinner package may also be available.
  • Tickets / Price: Starting from approx. €26 for the concert only.
  • How to Get There: Metro A to Repubblica or Barberini station (approx. 5–10 minute walk), or take buses along Via Nazionale.
  • Website : https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/rome-concert-venues-vc1/chiesa-evangelica-valdese-vl1124/

December 25, 2025

  • Event: Urbi et Orbi Papal Blessing
  • When: Thursday, December 25, 2025 – 12:00 PM (Noon)
  • Venue / Address: Balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City.
  • Overview: The Pope delivers the traditional Christmas Day message and blessing, “Urbi et Orbi” (to the city and the world). This is one of the most significant Papal blessings and is a must-see for a profound Vatican experience on Christmas Day.
  • Tickets / Price: FREE (No ticket required for entry to St. Peter’s Square).
  • How to Get There: Take Metro A to the Ottaviano station, then follow the crowd and signs to St. Peter’s Square (approx. 10–15 minute walk).
  • Website : N/A (Free entry to the Square; no tickets are sold).

  • Event: Christmas World 2025
  • When: Thursday, December 25, 2025 – Open in the afternoon ONLY (Typically from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM).
  • Venue / Address: Villa Borghese (Entrance from Viale del Galoppatoio), Rome.
  • Overview: Rome’s large-scale Christmas village featuring light installations, scenic views, markets, ice skating, carousels, and performances. It is one of the few non-religious, non-dining attractions open on Christmas Day afternoon.
  • Tickets / Price: Starting from €15.00 – €20.00 (Price varies by time slot and day).
  • How to Get There: Take Metro A to Flaminio or Spagna station, followed by a walk through Villa Borghese.
  • Website : https://christmasworld.net/en/pianifica-la-tua-visita/

  • Event: Roma Gospel Festival – Christmas Special
  • When: Part of the festival programming (Dec 20–31).
  • Venue / Address: Auditorium Parco della Musica, Largo Luciano Berio, Sala Santa Cecilia.
  • Overview: A dedicated Christmas Day performance by a world-class gospel choir (often the Harlem Gospel Choir), featuring spirituals and festive music, providing a powerful and unique way to celebrate the holiday.
  • Tickets / Price: Variable – depends on the specific night, check tickets.
  • How to Get There: Metro A / tram / bus to Parco della Musica.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/artist/roma-gospel-festival/

  • Event: Baroque Joys & Balkan Dreams – Concerto di Natale
  • When: 6:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Sala Baldini, Piazza Campitelli 9, Rome.
  • Overview: A unique and highly artistic Christmas Concert that creates a musical dialogue between the purity of Italian Baroque compositions (like Handel and Vivaldi) and the rich, nostalgic sounds of Balkan traditional music, resulting in a profoundly moving and different festive experience.
  • Tickets / Price: From €48.
  • How to Get There: Check local transport for Sala Baldini.
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/

December 26, 2025

  • Event: Carolina – Un Magico Natale con Carolina
  • When: 3:00 PM–8:00 PM (Multiple performances typically).
  • Venue / Address: Auditorium Conciliazione, Via della Conciliazione, 4, Rome.
  • Overview: A popular Christmas show aimed at families and younger audiences, starring the well-known children’s television host Carolina. The show features singing, dancing, and a magical storyline focused on the joy of Christmas.
  • Tickets / Price: Prices start from approximately €28.00 (check TicketOne).
  • How to Get There: Metro A or bus to Conciliazione.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/carolina-un-magico-natale-con-carolina-auditorium-conciliazione-20327979/

  • Event: Forza Venite Gente – The Christmas Musical
  • When: Starts Dec 26 (5:00 PM on the 26th).
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Orione, Via Tortona, 7, Rome.
  • Overview: The classic Italian Christmas musical that celebrates the Nativity story with a contemporary, pop-rock score and a live orchestra. The performance is highly dynamic and a beloved tradition in Italian theater.
  • Tickets / Price: Prices start around $177 (USD) on resale sites (check official box office).
  • How to Get There: Public transport to Via Tortona or the theater area.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/artist/forza-gente-venite/

  • Event: St. Stephen’s Day Concert
  • When: 6:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Sala Baldini, Piazza Campitelli 9, Rome.
  • Overview: A dedicated concert celebrating St. Stephen’s Day (Santo Stefano) with a classical repertoire, likely featuring works from Italian composers, performed in the intimate venue near the Roman Forum.
  • Tickets / Price: From €16.
  • How to Get There: Take a central bus line (like 44, 64, or 81) to Piazza Venezia or Ara Coeli, then walk 5 minutes to the venue.
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/st-stephens-day-concert/111504/

December 27, 2025

  • Event: I Tre Moschettieri – Il Musical (The Three Musketeers)
  • When: 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Show date is Dec 28, check for Dec 27 date).
  • Venue / Address: Auditorium Conciliazione, Via della Conciliazione, 4, Rome.
  • Overview: A grand musical stage adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’ classic tale, The Three Musketeers. The production is known for its spectacular choreography, period costumes, and engaging musical numbers, offering family entertainment late in the holiday season.
  • Tickets / Price: Prices range from €35.00 (Gallery) to €69.00 (Poltronissima Gold). (Note: Search results show Dec 28th, check website for Dec 27th performance.)
  • How to Get There: Metro A → Ottaviano or bus.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/i-tre-moschettieri-il-musical-auditorium-conciliazione-20150102/

  • Event: Salvami, Mostro (Save Me, Monster) – Theatre Show
  • When: 9:00 PM–11:00 PM (Runs Dec 27-31).
  • Venue / Address: Off/Off Theatre, Via Giulia 20, Rome.
  • Overview: A contemporary theatrical show, likely a dramatic comedy or a piece of social commentary, part of the theater’s end-of-year program. The Off/Off Theatre is known for its innovative and thought-provoking independent productions.
  • Tickets / Price: Check the theater’s website.
  • How to Get There: Take a bus to the Lungotevere near Ponte Sisto or Ponte Vittorio Emanuele, followed by a short walk through the historic center to Via Giulia.
  • Website: https://off-offtheatre.com/biglietteria/

  • Event: The Great Cinema in Concert
  • When: 8:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Chiesa di S. Paolo entro le Mura, Via Nazionale, Rome.
  • Overview: A concert dedicated to celebrating the most iconic and beloved film soundtracks in history, performed live within the stunning architecture of St. Paul’s Within the Walls Church.
  • Tickets / Price: From €16.
  • How to Get There: Access by public transport to the church.
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/the-great-cinema-in-concert/111516/

December 28, 2025

  • Event: Carmen Consoli – Concert (First Night)
  • When: 9:00 PM–11:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: Auditorium Parco della Musica, Sala Santa Cecilia, Largo Luciano Berio, 3, Rome.
  • Overview: The first of two highly anticipated concerts by the iconic Italian singer-songwriter Carmen Consoli, known for her powerful lyrics and unique blend of rock, folk, and Mediterranean sounds. This is part of her “Teatri 2025” acoustic tour.
  • Tickets / Price: Starting from €34.50.
  • How to Get There: Metro / bus to Parco della Musica.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/carmen-consoli-auditorium-parco-della-musica-ennio-morricone-19456278/

December 29, 2025

  • Event: The Three Tenors in Concert
  • When: 8:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: All Saints Church, Via del Babuino, 153, Rome (Anglican Church).
  • Overview: A popular lyrical performance featuring three professional tenors singing famous opera arias and classic Neapolitan songs in the beautiful, acoustically-suited All Saints’ Anglican Church.
  • Tickets / Price: From €29.
  • How to Get There: Public transport / taxi to the Anglican church (near Piazza di Spagna).
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/the-three-tenors-in-concert-at-chiesa-anglicana-all-saints/88548

December 30, 2025

  • Event: La tigre (The Tiger) – Theatre Show
  • When: Starts Dec 30 (and continues into 2026).
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Vittoria, Piazza di S. Maria Liberatrice, 10, Rome.
  • Overview: A theatrical-musical production that is part of the Teatro Vittoria’s winter season. The play, possibly based on works by Dario Fo or a similar comedic/satirical style, offers a mix of music and intimate theater.
  • Tickets / Price: Check tickets via Teatro Vittoria or RomaPop.
  • How to Get There: Public transport to Teatro Vittoria (bus / walk).
  • Website: https://www.vivaticket.com/it/ticket/la-tigre/283266?culture=it-it

  • Event: La Traviata (Verdi)
  • When: 8:30 PM.
  • Venue / Address: All Saints Church (Anglican Church), Via del Babuino, 153, Rome.
  • Overview: An extraordinary performance of Giuseppe Verdi’s beloved opera, La Traviata. This production takes place in the evocative Victorian Gothic setting of the All Saints’ Anglican Church, offering a unique, intimate chamber opera experience.
  • Tickets / Price: From €29 up to €55.
  • How to Get There: Public transport / taxi to the church (near Piazza di Spagna).
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/teatro-dellopera-di-roma-la-traviata/111378

December 31, 2025 (New Year’s Eve)

  • Event: Grand Concert and Show at Circus Maximus (Circo Massimo)
  • When: From 9:00 PM on December 31, 2025, to 3:00 AM on January 1, 2026.
  • Venue / Address: Circo Massimo (Circus Maximus), Rome.
  • Overview: This is the city’s largest public New Year’s Eve party, usually featuring an elaborate stage setup, live musical performances, theatrical shows, and special celebrity guests. The festival often showcases over 100 artists from various countries.
  • Tickets / Price: Admission is FREE (Expect significant crowds and security checks).
  • How to Get There: Metro B to Circo Massimo. Public transport runs late/all night on New Year’s Eve (check ATAC website for schedules).

  • Event: Fireworks Display at Castel Sant’Angelo
  • When: Midnight (12:00 AM) on January 1, 2026.
  • Venue / Address: Castel Sant’Angelo and the Tiber River area.
  • Overview: While the main concert is at Circus Maximus, many people gather along the Tiber River or on bridges like Ponte Sant’Angelo to watch a spectacular, independent fireworks display set off near Castel Sant’Angelo, providing an iconic Roman backdrop.
  • Tickets / Price: FREE (Public viewing from streets/bridges).
  • How to Get There: Walk from central areas or use late-night buses/trams.

  • Event: Fabrizio Nardi – Risate in Ostaggio (New Year’s Eve Comedy Show)
  • When: 8:00 PM–11:59 PM (followed by midnight celebrations).
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Tirso De Molina, Via Tirso, 89, Rome.
  • Overview: A lively comedy show titled “Laughter Held Hostage” to celebrate New Year’s Eve, featuring comedian Fabrizio Nardi. The evening includes the show, and usually a traditional toast and party after midnight to ring in the new year.
  • Tickets / Price: Full Price is approximately €69.00.
  • How to Get There: Via public transport, bus, or metro + walk to Via Tirso.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/fabrizio-nardi-risate-in-ostaggio-capodanno-2026-teatro-tirso-de-molina-20930992/

  • Event: Enrico Brignano – Speciale Capodanno (New Year’s Special)
  • When: 9:30 PM–11:30 PM (followed by midnight celebration).
  • Venue / Address: Teatro Sistina, Via Sistina 129, Rome.
  • Overview: A highly popular, sold-out New Year’s Eve performance by one of Italy’s most famous comedians, Enrico Brignano. The show is packed with music, irony, laughs, and culminates in a traditional midnight toast with the audience to welcome the new year (Capodanno).
  • Tickets / Price: Poltronissima Gold seats are approximately €198.50.
  • How to Get There: Metro / bus to the Historical Center area / Teatro Sistina.
  • Website: https://www.ticketone.it/en/event/erico-brignano-speciale-capodanno-teatro-sistina-20930721/

  • Event: New Year’s Concert – I Solisti dell’Opera
  • When: 7:00 PM.
  • Venue / Address: All Saints Church, Via del Babuino, 153, Rome.
  • Overview: A sophisticated New Year’s Eve concert featuring opera soloists performing famous arias, overtures, and waltzes, providing a classical and celebratory prelude to the New Year’s celebrations.
  • Tickets / Price: From €33.
  • How to Get There: Public transport to the Anglican church.
  • Website: https://www.classictic.com/en/city/rome-t14/i-virtuosi-dellopera-di-roma-new-years-concert/14159

We recommend always checking the official websites to verify whether the events you’re interested in will also be available on other dates or times, as well as to confirm current prices/location.



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