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Rome events in November 2024 - Holidays, exhibits, concerts, and other things to do
Rome events in November include the holiday of All Saints Day on November 1.
November can still have lovely sunny days, allowing for some fun outdoor activities like enjoying a rowboat in the Villa Borghese's "laghetto."There are a few more important dates to note this month.
Either way, November is a really lovely time to visit Rome and sight-see, as the weather is just perfect.
Not hot at all, and not yet winter-cold.
Find out all the things to see and do in Rome in November 2024.
Rome events in November 2024 - What's happening
November is a lovely time to visit Rome.
The days are crisp and cool, which makes it perfect sight-seeing weather, not to mention perfect weather for enjoying Roman lunches and dinners indoors with some good wine.
Keep reading for more info about the best Rome events in November 2024:
- Holidays in Rome in November
- Current exhibits at Rome's museums
- Free Sunday Rome events in November
- Free things to do in Rome in November
- Nighttime things to do in Rome in November
- Concerts and operas in Rome in November
- Tours to take in Rome in November
- Day trips to take in Rome in November
- Things to do with kids in Rome in November
Holidays and special dates in Rome in November
November 1 - All Saints' Day / OGNISSANTI
The main holiday in November is All Saints' Day, or Ognissanti in Italian.
Where tourism is concerned, the only closure of note is the Vatican Museums.
November 2 is All Souls' Day, also known as the Day of the Dead, in Italian, Commemorazione dei defunti, or more commonly, giorno dei morti.
On this day (or really, any time in November), Italians visit cemeteries and pay their respects to their departed loved ones.
NOVEMBER 4 - NATIONAL UNIFICATION AND ARMED FORCES’ DAY (GIORNATA DELL'UNITÀ NAZIONALE E DELLE FORZE ARMATE)
National Unity and Armed Forces Day is an Italian holiday commemorating the victory in World War I.
It's always a treat to catch the Italian Air Force leaving the trail of the "frecce tricolore", the colors of the Italian flag. Photo - wikimedia commons.It's celebrated every year on November 4.
There are some events around the city, including a flyover by the Italian Air Force, with the frecce tricolore, the green, white, and red contrails, i.e. the colors of the Italian flag.
There will also be a changing of the guards ceremony at the Quirinal Palace.
NOVEMBER 11 - ARMISTICE DAY/REMEMBRANCE DAY
Armistice Day is commemorated every year on 11 November to mark the armistice signed between the Allies of World War I and Germany in 1918.
It was meant to take effect "on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month."
There is a very moving commemoration at the Commonwealth War Cemetery on or near November 11 each year.Often on or near the date, there is a Commonwealth Remembrance Day Ceremony at the Rome Commonwealth War Cemetery, on Via Nicola Zabaglia.
Several Commonwealth ambassadors and other dignitaries partake in a wreath-laying ceremony.
Various clergy will also give sermons. It's a very moving experience.
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Thanksgiving
While Thanksgiving is not at all an Italian holiday, in a city with so many American expats, it's now possible to enjoy a Thanksgiving lunch or dinner in Rome.
Thanksgiving meal in Rome with Rome's Canadian Club. Photo by Anna Ambrosini.Current exhibits and events at Rome's museums in November
There are several Rome events in November at various museums around the city.
These are confirmed for 2024:
Via Margutta
Through November 3rd, don't miss the 100 Pittori, The four day art event features works by 100 Italian and international artists.
For 122 years this event brings together artists from all over the world who share a love of art and inspiration on the famous Via Margutta! Rome's historic open-air art event takes place from 10 am to 8 pm.
Capitoline Museums - Villa Caffarelli Garden
The Colossal Statue of Constantine
See the striking reconstruction of the Colossus of Constantine, one of the most representative works of late antique Roman sculpture.
February 6 2024 - December 31 2025
Free to enter, follow the path up to the right to reach the garden entrance.
Don't miss my video all about the statue!
Chiostro del Bramante
EMOTION.
The exhibition at the Chiostro del Bramante, curated by Danilo Eccher, describes the emotions of twenty artists through their works to let visitors know which and how many emotions inspire an artist.
November 29 2023 - September 25 2025
For more information and tickets, click here.
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The Scuderie del Quirinale GUERCINO A major exhibition to celebrate the splendid artistic legacy of the Italian Baroque master Guercino and noble Ludovisi Family in 17th century Rome. From October 31, 2024- January 26, 2025 For more information and tickets, click here. |
The perfect 3-day itinerary in Rome
Trying to figure out how to organize your visit to Rome? I've got the perfect 3-day itinerary for first-time visitors (or those who have not been here in a while.) It works for a 2.5 day visit as well.
In my 3-day itinerary, you'll see all the major must-see Rome attractions like the Vatican, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps, Castel Sant'Angelo, and much more.
And if you have more time, or want suggestions for extra/other things to do, you'll find that there too.
Visit my page with the best 3-day itinerary in Rome for first-timers.
Visit Rome's Parks and gardens
While November can be a cool month, it can still be a beautiful time to visit a park or garden in Rome.
No matter what season you visit Rome, here are 4 essential things we recommend never leaving home without:
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Rome events in November - Free things to do
If you're looking for some fun Rome events in November that are free, there are very few so far confirmed for 2024.
Free Sunday Rome events in November 2024
In recent years, we've enjoyed the "Free Sunday," in which state sites and museums were free the first Sunday of the month, and the Vatican Museums were free the last Sunday of the month.
In November 2024 the Free Sunday date is: Sunday November 3.
You can expect the Colosseum to be pretty much a mob scene.
I'd highly recommend visiting one of the other sites that is also free on this day, like the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill, or Ostia Antica.
On the last Sunday of the month, November 24 2024, the Vatican Museums are open and free.
Hours are reduced (9:30am - 2pm, with last entry at 12:30pm). Expect long lines.
If you are on a budget, or have limited time, this can be a great opportunity.
You cannot buy tickets in advance for the Free Sunday, but you can book a tour of the museums through the Vatican.
If you don't want to book this tour, just come early.
By early I mean by 8am.
But otherwise I recommend you book your visit ahead of time and pay to go another day.
Nighttime things to do in Rome in November
At the beginning of the month, the weather is still really comfortable, even in the evenings.
By the end of November, the evenings can be pretty chilly and of course it is starting to get dark quite early.
But that doesn't mean you cannot enjoy the city after the sun goes down! Here are my favorite things to do in Rome at night (They should be booked in advance):
Visit the Colosseum by moonlight!
You can visit the Colosseum at night and I'd say this is one of the very best Rome events in November as you get to see the Colosseum lit up at night, and it's much less crowded than during the day.
Entry for night visits to the Colosseum is NOT part of the Roma Pass.
For more nighttime tours and Rome events in November, visit Viator.
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Rome events in November - Concerts, operas, shows
There is lots of wonderful opera in Rome in November, right in Rome's beautiful Teatro dell'Opera (Opera House.)
Get your Rome Opera Pass to choose from a number of shows inside a scenic and suggestive setting in central Rome (locations vary).
These wonderful opera singers put on a mini-production of various operas, often in full costume.
Visit the extraordinary Capuchin Crypt, then head into the recently restored church to listen to sacred music in a gorgeous setting.
Thursday afternoons.
Don't miss this unique opera + aperitivo on one of Rome's most amazing rooftops, the Borromini Terrace.
Combine beautiful music, with the stunning baroque setting on Piazza Navona, and a special aperitivo, to make for a fabulous evening in Rome.
There's a maximum 30 people (including an art historian guide), to keep this experience exclusive and special.
Friday evenings.
The Three Tenors - Nessun Dorma
See the "Three Tenors" in a beautiful church setting.
You will be treated to three of Rome's most famous tenors singing some of the best-known and loved songs of Neapolitan opera, accompanied by the Mandolin Orchestra.
Music from La Traviata, Rigoletto, Tosca, and many others.
Saturday evenings. From 25€.
Enjoy private access to one of Rome's most exclusive rooftops right on Piazza Navona, while sipping your aperitivo and listening to Italian opera classics from Verdi, Rossini, and Puccini.
Sunday evenings.
For more concerts and music Rome events in November, click here.
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Tours to take in Rome in November
It's a good idea to take a tour in November.
November can be really busy in the first half of the month.
So booking a tour is a good way to make sure you get tickets to the sites you want to visit, and also get to enjoy them without fighting the crowds too much.
And even if it's not too crowded, a tour is a great way to see the sights and get to know a bit about them as you go.
For tours to take in November, start here:
Day trips to take in Rome in November
November is a wonderful time to take a day trip, especially if you want to try some food/wine ventures outside Rome.
We have lots of options for places to visit which you can easily reach within 1-2 hours of Rome.
For organized day trips, visit Get Your Guide.
Activities with kids in Rome in November
November is usually when many kids have gone back to school, but there are still plenty of tours and activities in Rome geared to children of all ages.
If you're looking for some fun activities with kids, start here:
I've listed some of what I think are the most fun and interesting Rome events in November, and most central.
For a complete list of Rome events in November, visit the website of the Rome Tourist Board.
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