What to do in Rome in December 2018
Rome ushers in the festive season with a busy month of Christmas markets, exhibitions, opera, concerts and parties, with the holidays offering the chance to meet old friends for a cocktail or head off on a winter day-trip. Here are our tips for events and things to do in Rome for each day of December 2018.
1 Dec. Stop by The Drunken Ship for food and drinks and get 20 per cent off total bill with your WiR card.2 Dec. Take a friend to the see the Picasso sculptures exhibited at Galleria Borghese but book in advance.

4 Dec. Check out the limited-edition street art prints, on sale, by Obey at Galleria Rossoventisette.

6 Dec. Sit in on the monthly Old-Time and Bluegrassmusic session at Chakra Bar in Trastevere.
7 Dec. Fans of The Sound of Music will enjoy the Arts in English musical Do Re Mi in Garbatella.

9 Dec. Experience one of the most festive events on the expat calendar: the Irish College Advent service.
10 Dec. Update your holiday look with salon services at Toni & Guy. 15 per cent off for WiR cardholders.

12 Dec. Admire ancient weapons and armour from the Renaissance era at Castel S. Angelo.
13 Dec.Scholars Lounge Irish pub hosts its annual Christmas party with live music until late.

15 Dec. Visit the exhibit Dream at Chiostro del Bramante. Use your WiR card for €2 ticket discount.
16 Dec. Kids can enjoy a special guided tour at the Auditorium Parco Della Musica. Reserve ahead!

18 Dec. Admire Michelangelo's Crouching Boy at the new Fondazione Alda Fendi - Esperimenti.

20 Dec. For elegant holiday decorations try Vertecchi, at locations around Rome.

22 Dec. Look for unique last-minute presents at the Mercato Monti.

24 Dec. Attend the Christmas Midnight Mass at 21.30 in St Peter’s Basilica.
25 Dec. Celebrate Christmas Day Mass in English at St Patrick’s American Church at 09.00 or 10.30.
26 Dec. Kids always enjoy the crib exhibition 100 Presepi which has moved to Via della Conciliazione.

28 Dec. Hear long-lost sounds of ancient Rome at the Baths of Caracalla with Alvin Curran's installation.

30 Dec. Enjoy bespoke cocktails at Rome's coolest new cocktail bar, Drink Kong in Monti.
