Events in Rome: Campagna Amica, Coldiretti’s Great Farmers’ Market at the Circus Maximus

September is one of the best months to visit the Eternal City: the heat begins to ease, Romans return from their holidays, and the city regains a more authentic rhythm. Against this backdrop, the Campagna Amica Market at Circus Maximus, organized by Coldiretti, welcomes visitors every Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at Via di San Teodoro 74, just steps from the Roman Forum and the Mouth of Truth. This farmers’ market brings together over 60 agricultural producers from Lazio, offering an authentic selection of zero-kilometer products, certified DOP, IGP, or marked with the “Campagna Amica” seal.

A sensory journey through the flavors of the land
Stepping through the market gate, you’re immediately immersed in a mosaic of colors and aromas: crates of ripe fruit, vibrant vegetables, crunchy bread, rustic flours, golden honey, cured meats, fresh and aged cheeses, homemade pasta, and rustic wine. Hazelnuts from the Cimini Hills, smoked ricotta, Solco Dritto chickpeas from Valentano, anchovies from the Gulf of Gaeta, and truffles from Campoli Appennino are just a few of the delicacies you'll find. Each stall tells a story: the producer proudly explaining how they cultivate or transform their ingredients, the rhythm of the seasons reflected in the flavor, and the care you can taste in every bite.

September: The month of preserves and workshops
During the weekend of September 7–8, the market hosts a special event dedicated to jams and preserves, including live demonstrations, tastings, and hands-on tutorials to teach visitors how to prepare homemade marmalades. A local producer will guide guests through the differences between sugars, fruits, and cooking times, turning the visit into an engaging and educational experience. On September 24–25, the Local Wine Festival takes place: those who purchase a solidarity caciotta cheese receive a glass of Lazio wine. This symbolic gesture connects taste and solidarity, supporting communities affected by earthquakes and emphasizing that the market is a space of connection and shared values, not just consumption.

Farmers’ Chefs and convivial food experiences
Among the stalls, the Cuochi Contadini (Farmer Chefs) bring the inner courtyard to life, preparing dishes on the spot: tagliolini with fresh seafood from Terracina, strozzapreti with sea bass and lemon ragù, seasonal salads, and sour cherry tarts. Simple, flavorful dishes that reflect the authenticity of the local ingredients, turning the market into a communal open-air lunch. On Saturday evening, September 7 at 6:30 PM, a special event will feature live music and social solidarity: the BabelNova Orchestra Quintet performs among the stalls while tastings support the P.I.D. Onlus cooperative—a moment where art, taste, and social commitment blend, leaving an emotional mark on all those present.

For families, children, and conscious minds
Campagna Amica is also designed with families and children in mind: educational workshops, show cooking, and guided tastings teach kids (and curious adults) the magic of the earth. The market becomes a place of discovery, where every scent and every bite is a lesson in biodiversity, seasonal cycles, and ecosystem respect. Through the “Spesa Sospesa” initiative, visitors can buy an extra item to donate to those in need—a powerful act of community and solidarity that proves even in the heart of the city, you can nourish compassion.

Experience Rome with all five senses
Wandering through the market is like listening to a living story: freshly baked bread that smells like home, vegetables that shine like jewels, fish so fresh it seems alive, and kind voices that explain the origin of each ingredient. Visitors often describe their experience here as full of "awareness and simplicity," a refreshing contrast to the chaos of urban life. As September’s soft golden light falls over the Circus Maximus and fairy lights begin to twinkle at dusk, the market takes on an almost magical atmosphere—suspended in time, filled with generous flavors and joyful encounters.

September in Rome means embracing the pleasure of slowing down. The Campagna Amica Market at Circus Maximus offers an experience that shakes up your routine and rekindles the deep connection between food, land, and community. It’s a walk through flavor, a lesson in taste, a shared outdoor meal, an act of solidarity, a spontaneous concert under the skies of the Eternal City. Come discover the most authentic side of Rome during one of the city's richest and most luminous moments: the market awaits you with its energy, colors, and heartfelt warmth.