In April 2026, Rome promises an extraordinary spectacle as the city hosts the inaugural Anantara Concorso Roma, a curated event celebrating Italian automotive artistry, luxury, and culture. Scheduled from April 16 to 19 and centered around the elegant Anantara Palazzo Naiadi on Piazza della Repubblica, this concours d’élégance marks a refined convergence of car culture and Roman grandeur.
Italian Automotive Icons Amidst Eternal Beauty
Anantara Concorso Roma invites enthusiasts and collectors to experience an exclusive lineup of historic Italian automobiles – ranging from early 20th-century classics to iconic performance models. Participating marques include Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Lancia, Maserati, Fiat, and Cisitalia, each judged on authenticity and elegance by a team led by renowned connoisseur Adolfo Orsi Jr.
The event’s setting itself is a highlight: the Anantara Palazzo Naiadi, a turn-of-the-century neoclassical marvel built atop ancient Roman baths, offers a dramatic backdrop for both the concours and accompanying gala experiences.
In a gesture to Rome’s layered history, the event’s programming includes the Giro d’Anantara, a grand drive through the city and its pastoral outskirts, day-long showcases within Piazza Bucarest and Villa Borghese, and a lavish black-tie dinner held in the glamorous Palazzo Brancaccio. Culminating in class awards and a “Best of Show” ceremony, the weekend promises a rich blend of spectacle, design, and Italian hospitality.
A Cultural Canvas Beyond Collectible Cars
Anantara Concorso Roma is more than an automobile event – it’s a tribute to la dolce vita. UBS steps forward as presenting partner, while other prestigious names add their elegance and support to the event. Hospitality is woven into every detail, from curated receptions to wellness-infused experiences with Technogym in the hotel. Guests can expect elevated offerings: private city tours, designer shopping experiences, and a sense of exclusivity paired with historic ambiance.
The shift from the postponed 2025 plans to a more expansive 2026 date allows for an even grander arrangement—more space, more venues, and a broader display of celebrated machinery. For travelers and timeless design aficionados alike, the event represents an opportunity to engage with Italy’s motoring heritage on a grand stage.
This debut also underscores the broader ambitions of Anantara’s parent company, Minor Hotels. At TravelCapybara, we covered Minor Hotels’ launch of four new brands as part of its global expansion, a move that signals the group’s growing influence in luxury travel. Hosting Anantara Concorso Roma in Rome is not just an isolated event – it reflects the brand’s alignment with a wider strategy to weave cultural experiences, design, and hospitality into every destination it touches.
Whether you’re drawn by vintage Ferraris, the allure of the Eternal City, or the seamless luxury Anantara is known for, this new concours is shaping up to be a pivotal moment in Rome’s cultural calendar.