Vinyl Village

An analog ritual in the heart of East Rome

Vinyl Village is Rome's longest-running record market: since 2016, it has been gathering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious newcomers at Monk, the cultural center at Via Giuseppe Mirri 35 in the Casalbertone-Portonaccio district, just steps from Tiburtina station. Organized by the Disco e Cultura Association in collaboration with Monk, the event has become a staple for those who love music in its physical format, far from the world of streaming and algorithms.

Vinyl, CDs, and cassettes: the treasure hunt

The heart of the event is the record market: dozens of stalls set up by sellers, specialized shops, and private collectors from all over Italy offer vinyl, CDs, and vintage cassettes of every genre and era. You will find everything from rock to classical, jazz to funk, and Italian pop to electronic music, including recent reissues, rare editions, and forgotten albums waiting to be rediscovered. It is the kingdom of crate digging, where every crate of records might hide the piece you have been searching for for years.

Non-stop vinyl DJ sets

The day is soundtracked by DJ sets played exclusively on vinyl, running non-stop from morning until evening. Various selectors take turns at the turntables, spinning 33s and 45s and turning the market into a true journey through sounds and emotions. You can stop to listen, chat with other collectors, or simply let the music guide you from one stall to the next.

The Monk vibe: food, drinks, and social life

Monk provides its own food & drink service: you can grab a drink or a bite to eat without ever leaving the event, enjoying the spacious indoor areas or the garden during the warmer months. The environment is informal and pet-friendly: you can bring your dog and browse the stalls at your leisure. Some editions are enriched by a flea market in the garden, featuring artisans, artists, and vintage goods alongside the classic record selection.

A landmark for Rome and the Lazio region

In the landscape of musical events in the Municipality of Rome and the wider Lazio region, Vinyl Village holds a special place: it is neither a concert nor a stage festival, but a celebration of record culture that weaves together music, collecting, and neighborhood social life. Admission is by voluntary donation, making it an event accessible to everyone, from the most demanding connoisseurs to newcomers wanting to discover the charm of vinyl.