What to do in Rome in September 2026: events, dinners, and tastings
What to do in Rome in September 2026: this month's unmissable events.
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September marks a return to normalcy, but in Rome it's also the season of food events kicking off again. With the return to the city, events dedicated to wine, cuisine, pizza, and mixology are back, including tastings, festivals, special dinners, and new opportunities to eat and drink. We've rounded up some of the food & beverage events to mark in your diary so you always know what to do in Rome in September 2026.
Pizza Village – September 3rd to 6th
From September 3rd to 6th, Pizza Village, an event dedicated to Neapolitan pizza, will be coming to Rome for the first time. The event will take place along the Lungotevere. For four days, the public can sample pizzas from seven establishments, including Al Solito Porzio, L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele, Vincenzo Capuano, Santini – Pizzeria Romana, and Rossopomodoro. The program also includes music, shows, and activities for the public, with a dedicated area for Coca-Cola entertainment. Admission is free, and the event will be open from 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM.
Pizza Village. Lungotevere, between Ponte Garibaldi and Ponte Cestio, facing Tiber Island. Website.
“Let’s do it by the halfway house” from Appio Park – September 10th
On Thursday, September 10, L'Elementare and the Figurato Brothers will meet at Parco Appio for an evening dedicated to two different pizza styles. Brothers Riccardo and Vittorio Figurato will reinterpret two of L'Elementare's signature pizzas, Datte Foco and Marinara Doppia, on their contemporary Neapolitan pizza. The special menu also includes Genoese-style pasta frittatina, while a smaller selection from the Cortile menu will remain available. The event begins at 7:00 p.m., with free admission and reservations recommended. The evening will be accompanied by beer, fried foods, and music by DJ Banana, aka White Trash.
Appio Park. Via dell'Almone 105, Rome. Website.
Roman Harvest at the Botanical Garden – September 13
On Sunday, September 13, Rome's Botanical Garden hosts the fifth annual Vendemmiata Romana, a day dedicated to the grape harvest and wine culture. From 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., activities for adults and children will be held, including guided tours, workshops on the relationship between vines and wine, yoga, games, and a market featuring crafts and natural products. The highlight will be the 12:00 noon harvest, with the grapes from Vigneto Italia, which brings together approximately 150 native Italian grape varieties. The grapes will be used for the new vintage of Somma Sapienza, produced by the Federici winery. Tastings, discussions on the history of wine, and activities for children are also on the agenda.
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 6:30 pm
Tickets: €12. Children up to 8 years old are free. Pets are not allowed. All activities included in the ticket price. Places are limited. Reservations are required.
Roman Harvest. Botanical Garden Museum of Rome | Largo Cristina di Svezia 23A, Rome. Website.
Rome Bar Show – September 14th and 15th
The Roma Bar Show returns on September 14 and 15 at La Nuvola, for two days dedicated to the world of beverages, mixology, and hospitality. The event brings together producers, companies, professionals, and enthusiasts in approximately 10,000 square meters of exhibition space, with tastings, stands, and a program of seminars and masterclasses. Themed areas include the Mexican Village, dedicated to tequila, mezcal, and other Mexican spirits, while Future Drinking brings the world of no- and low-alcohol products to the forefront of the event. There's also a Food Area, with food trucks and culinary offerings spanning traditional and contemporary cuisine. This event is aimed primarily at industry professionals, but is also open to enthusiasts interested in discovering new developments, producers, and trends in the world of drinks.
Opening hours: Monday 14 September 10.00-19.00 Tuesday 15 September 11.00-19.00 Last admission 17.30, administration ends 18.30.
Tickets: 52 euros for one day of your choice, 75 euros for two days.
Rome Bar Show. La Nuvola | Via Asia 40-44, Rome. Website.
Negroni Week at the Giardino Bar – September 21st to 27th
From September 21st to 27th, Il Giardino Bar at Hotel Eden is participating in Negroni Week with a special drinks list designed by bartender Flavio Specchioli. Alongside the classic Negroni, three new variations will be available, each crafted with different ingredients and aromas. The Grove combines Campari, fig leaf-infused vermouth, and dried fig-infused gin for a softer, more autumnal profile. The Fifth Flame plays on the smoky notes of tequila and mezcal, blended with Campari and amaretti vermouth. A refreshing twist is the Viridis Negroni, made with Campari, gin, bergamot liqueur, and basil leaves. These three interpretations are available exclusively during the event week, along with the classic recipe.
Garden Bar. Hotel Eden | Via Ludovisi 49, Rome. Website.
