Isola del Cinema is an open air film festival held annually on Tiberina Island. Every summer it screens previews and retrospectives of films and blockbusters to critical acclaim. The island is connected to solid land by the Ponte Rotto bridge which resembles a giant filmset for the duration of the festival. Music, dance, fashion shows, performances by artists and wine tastings make the festivities complete! With a bit of luck, you might even run into a famous actor! See the website for an up-to-date overview. [Read more]

One day every year, tourists vanish from the streets to be replaced by hordes of marathon runners. On 22 March it's time for the Rome marathon again. The marathon's course passes many of the city's sights. You can, of course, take part, but it's also fun to watch lazily from the sidelines! The entire city comes to life, with lots of concerts and fun stalls along the route. If you do want to take part, you can register via the website. [Read more]

On Good Friday the Pope leads a solemn procession from the Colosseum up Monte Palatino. During this procession he carries a large wooden cross. He stops at each of the 14 Stations of the Cross to say a prayer. At the final Station he also gives a speech about upcoming events at the Vatican. Tens of thousands of people holding flickering candles gather for the procession, which is very impressive indeed. It's the sight of the procession in particular which makes it such a unique and interesting event, and worth experiencing! [Read more]