The city slows down in August but doesn’t stop: From free film screenings to concerts in parks, there's plenty to enjoy while Rome empties out for the summer.
Alice Finno - news@thelocal.it
Updated: Wed 29 Jul 2026 12:00 CET
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Outdoor movie screenings will continue in many venues across Rome in August. Photo by Andreas Solaro / AFP.
The city slows down in August but doesn’t stop: From free film screenings to concerts in parks, there's plenty to enjoy while Rome empties out for the summer.
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