ATP Masters Series: RomeMany tennis fans consider the Rome Masters to be the second most prestigious clay court tennis tournament in the world, after the French Open. The ATP Masters Series consists of nine tennis tournaments that are held annually in Europe and North America and sees the world's top tennis players competing for the title of world number one.
Venue: Foro Italico
Date: 2-17 May 2009
Website: www.master-series.com
Notte Bianca (White Night)During the Notte Bianca the city stays open all night and invites locals
and visitors to get to know Rome at different hours and from a different perspective. The occasion offers a unique opportunity to choose from a wide variety of events, from art and theater, to cinema, music, dance and sport, and the involvement of craftsmen, shopkeepers and restaurants ensures that there is plenty to keep one in a festive mood until morning.
Date: September 2009 TBA
Website: www.lanottebianca.it
RomaEuropa FestivalRomaEuropa is an annual, international cultural event that features performances and concerts of theater, dance and music. Although the focus is on classical music, the festival is famous for its diversity of musical styles and artists.
Date: 27 September to 10 December 2008
Website: www.romaeuropa.net
Birth of Rome CelebrationsEvery year the birth of Rome is celebrated with numerous events around the city, including the Roman Forum and Campidoglio. Celebrations include a fireworks display over the Tiber River, parades, gladiator shows and traditional banquets.
Venue: Various
Date: 18 - 21 April 2009
Rome MarathonThe annual event takes runners on a scenic tour of Rome, passing some of the most famous monuments like the Colosseum and St Peter's Basilica. The Marathon Village sets up a week in advance with concerts, stalls and shows for all.
Venue: Starts at the Colosseum
Date: 22 March 2009
Time: 9am
Website: www.maratonadiroma.it
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