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Rock in Roma 2025 will take place during the months of June, July and August, 2025, in the beautiful city of Rome.
The concerts of the Rock in Roma 2025 will be held at the Capannelle Racecourse and at the Auditorium Parco della Musica (in the Cavea amphitheater).
WHAT ARE THE DATES FOR ROCK IN ROMA 2025?
Rock in Roma is not conceived as a classic music festival, but more as a collection of events, in which international and Italian artists perform over a period of about three months.
As usual, Rock in Roma 2025 will be spread over the months of June, July and August.
Rather than gathering artists on a single weekend, the extended format of Rock in Roma allows for a more diverse lineup.
This format gives attendees multiple opportunities to see their favorite artists and discover new ones.
WHAT IS THE LOCATION OF ROCK IN ROMA 2025?
Rock in Roma is unique because of its location. Where else can you enjoy live rock music so close to the remnants of an ancient empire?
As usual, Rock in Roma 2025 will take place in Rome, the capital city of Italy and the capital of the Lazio region.
Built on seven hills, Rome is situated 220 kilometers northwest of Naples, 285 kilometers south of Florence, 495 kilometers south of Venice, and 600 kilometers southeast of Milan.
SHORT HISTORY OF THE ROCK IN ROMA FESTIVAL
Rock in Roma is a music festival which takes place every year in Rome, since 2002. Until its 2008 edition, the event was known as the Romarock Festival.
The founders aimed to create a musical event that could attract both local and international artists, while also highlighting the charm of Rome.
Characteristic of the festival is the quality and variety of the lineup, which allows the meeting of different cultures and musical genres.
Over the years, the festival has widened its musical scope beyond just rock. Today, it includes artists from genres like electronic, pop, and even hip-hop.
In 2013, Bruce Springsteen played a legendary set that lasted over three hours. Fans were thrilled by the intensity and energy of the performance.
In 2018, The Chemical Brothers transformed the venue into a dance party with an impressive light show and powerful beats.
One unforgettable moment was in 2019, when the Italian band Måneskin, who later went on to win Eurovision, performed to a home crowd.
Other important artists who performed at the Rock in Roma festival were Marilyn Manson, David Gilmour, The Rolling Stones, The Cure, Radiohead, Green Day and Rammstein.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 edition of the festival was postponed first to 2021, and then to 2022.
In 2023, the headliners of the music festival were Arctic Monkeys and Imagine Dragons.
In 2024, the lineup featured artists such as Placebo, Deep Purple, and Loreena McKennit.
THE LINEUP OF THE ROCK AND ROMA 2025
Rock in Roma 2025 will partially overlap with Roma Summer Fest 2025, in the sense that a series of concerts will be common to both festivals.
So far, the artists announced for the Rock in Roma 2025 are:
- Wednesday, June 18, starting with 9.45 pm, at Ippodromo delle Capannelle: Fontaines D. C > Buy Ticket
- Thursday, June 19, starting with 9.45 pm, at Ippodromo delle Capannelle: Tananai > Buy Ticket
- Tuesday, June 24, starting with 9.45 pm, at Ippodromo delle Capannelle: Finley > Buy Ticket
- Tuesday, July 15, starting with 9.45 pm, at Ippodromo delle Capannelle: Ghali > Buy Ticket
- Wednesday, July 16, starting with 9.45 pm, at Ippodromo delle Capannelle: The Black Keys > Buy Ticket
- Saturday, July 19, starting with 9.00 pm, at Auditorium Parco della Musica – Cavea: Joe Bonamassa > Buy Ticket
- Saturday, July 19, starting with 9.45 pm, at Ippodromo delle Capannelle: Sfera Ebbasta > Buy Ticket
- Tuesday, July 22, starting with 9.45 pm, at Ippodromo delle Capannelle: Irama > Buy Ticket
- Friday, August 1, starting with 8.30 pm, at Ippodromo delle Capannelle: The Smashing Pumpkins > Buy Ticket
THE VENUES OF THE ROCK IN ROMA 2025
The Capannelle Racecourse (Ippodromo delle Capannelle) is a horse racing venue in Rome. The course was built in 1881, and rebuilt in 1926 to a design by Paolo Vietti-Violi.
The racecourse is the home of the Rock in Roma festival since 2009, and will be the main venue of the Rock in Roma 2025.
You can reach the venue by train, getting off at the Capannelle railway station, located about 900 meters away.
The closest bus stop is Capannelle/Appia Nuova, a few meters away from the entrance to the racecourse, on the bus Lines 118, 520, 654, 664, 789 and C11.
Some of the concerts of the Rock in Roma 2025 will be held at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, a complex of halls dedicated to music, in particular, and to art, in general.
The Auditorium was designed by the famous architect Renzo Piano and completed on December 21, 2002.
The Cavea is an open-air amphitheater in the heart of the Auditorium, which can accommodate up to 3,000 spectators.
Auditorum Parco della Musica is located in Largo Luciano Berio, in the northwest of Rome.
The closest bus stop is De Coubertin/Auditorium, located about 110 meters away, on the bus Lines 53, 168, 910 and 982.
BEYOND THE MUSIC FESTIVAL
Rock in Roma has established itself as one of Italy’s premier music festivals. The combination of live music with the rich culture and history of Rome creates a unique and unforgettable experience.
Attendees often spend the daytime exploring Rome’s famous landmarks before heading to the festival in the evening.
The local economy benefits significantly from the festival. Every year, thousands of fans flock to the city, spending money on accommodation, food, and other attractions.
This influx provides a boost to local businesses, particularly during the summer.
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