Rome, a destination infamous for its multi-layered history and cultural legacy, is all set to host the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma from April 16-19. Marking the first concours event in the Eternal City since 1960, the event will bring together 70 historic Italian cars under the theme ‘La Dolce Vita delle Automobili’.
Organised by Anantara Hotels & Resorts, the Concorso will open to the public on April 18-19, with judging scheduled for Saturday and winners announced on Sunday. A fun fact: the Concourso was originally planned for 2025 but was postponed following the passing of Pope Francis and has since been expanded for its 2026 debut.
Featuring 70 of the world’s finest Italian cars across 16 classes, the concourso will cover both road and race cars, including marques such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo, Maserati, Lancia, and Fiat. Some of the notable entries include a 1932 Maserati V4 Sport Spider Zagato, a 1955 Ferrari 375 MM Coupé Speciale by Ghia, a 1959 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Interim by Pinin Farina, and Lancia Flaminia Sport Sperimentale by Zagato model, along with a 1986 Ferrari Testarossa Spider, amongst others.
Led by Chief Judge Adolfo Orsi, the judging panel comprises 12 judges, with specialist support from Pietro Cremonini and Andrea Maieli, and includes Honorary Judge Lorenzo Ramaciotti alongside Jean Todt.
The event is presented by UBS, with support from partners including Richard Mille, Lockton Wattana, Maserati, RM Sotheby’s, American Express, Gulfstream, Sanlorenzo, Globeair, Veuve Clicquot, Lavazza, Acqua di Parma, Technogym, and the Automobile Club d’Italia, and is held in cooperation with Roma Capitale.
Day passes for April 18 or 19 are priced at €95 (approx Rs 10,260), with weekend passes also available.