Events in Lugano

The collections of MASI reflect the very special history of visual art in Ticino.

The exhibition explores the theme of self-portraiture through a selection of more than twenty works by contemporary artists of international renown from the MASI collection.

From 02.06.2026 to 29.06.2026, discover our new Po Up dedicated to the world of cycling!

The site-specific installation Costanza stages an ongoing tension between self-destruction and possible rebirth.

Visarte Ticino’s program of activities also includes Corrente, a flexible format of exhibitions and public dialogues that brings together, on a case-by-case basis, two artists active in Ticino who

The cultural centre LAC Lugano Arte e Cultura offers a rich program that blends traditional and contemporary theatre, featuring renowned performers alongside emerging talents.

The exhibition ‘Fabric of the City’, held at Spazio Cielo in Villa Malpensata, presents over thirty works by Chinese artist Zhang Hong Mei (born in 1973), including paintings and sculptures from her

Gabi Fluck's solo exhibition, presented by Alessia Brughera. Over fifty works on paper from the artist's most recent work will be on display.

CENSURA inaugurates its curatorial path with Matete Martini, an artist from Pordenone, presenting the project Eis Café Martini.

Through the exhibition "Beyond Architecture," the Audiovisual Archive of Capriasca and Val Colla presents for the first time to the public an important and impressive photographic fund that recently entered

Estopia is pleased to present Proposition I: Distance, a solo exhibition by Ergin Çavuşoğlu, featuring a new body of paintings and inlay anamorphic reliefs.

With her poetic and inquisitive gaze, Isa Hesse-Rabinovitch (1917–2003) always followed her own path, creating a remarkable body of work.

Interactive exhibition for children designed by Roland Besse.

A travelling exhibition by the Swiss Ornithological Institute expanded and adapted by the Cantonal Museum of Natural History

Canobbio presents itself for the third time with its own biennial exhibition of works to its citizens and to all those interested in art.

A moment of peace and well-being, thanks to the benefits of ancient yoga practices and the energy of Lugano's nature. Every Sunday from May 31st to August 2nd at 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

The exhibition comparatively presents three series of woodcut prints by Hiroshige (1797 - 1858), Shigenobu (1826 - 1869) and Kuniteru (active around the mid-19th century).

L’exposition présente l’œuvre d’un artiste qui, avec constance et indépendance, a su renouveler le langage pictural contemporain : Jean-Frédéric Schnyder (Bâle, 1945).

The charming actors will allow you to travel in time and get to know the people and the places that have made the city great.

The Culture Division of the City of Lugano presents a new exhibition at Palazzo Civico: a photographic show dedicated to images taken by the Dutch tourist Hermann Albrecht Insinger between 1892 and

An exclusive destination designed for those who want a relaxing experience immersed in the beauty of Lake Lugano.

The exhibition dedicated to the MASI Collection at Palazzo Reali presents an unusual and compelling dialogue.

A guided tour to discover Lugano’s contemporary art scene.

Anlässlich ihres zehnjährigen Jubiläums eröffnet die Fondazione Gabriele e Anna Braglia eine Ausstellung, die den Werken ihrer Sammlung des deutschen Expressionismus gewidmet ist und dem Publikum

A temporary exhibition on smugglers and refugees between Italy and Switzerland during the Second World War.

The Swiss Customs Museum in Cantine di Gandria near Lugano presents a photo exhibition dedicated to migration on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the International Organization for Migration

This exhibition presents the work of an artist with a consistent, highly independent approach who has brought a breath of fresh air to contemporary painting: Jean-Frédéric Schnyder (Basel, 1945).

The exhibition investigates South Korea’s contemporary art scene through the medium of video art.

The excursion allows you to enjoy this natural landmark from all its points of view.

Carla Ferriroli is the first artist invited in 2026 by the Association of Friends of the Calcographic Atelier.

First performed in 1978, "Kontakthof" is one of the most emblematic works in the repertoire of Pina Bausch, the “mother of dance theatre”.

The third edition of the Lugano Dance Project, an international contemporary dance festival, is dedicated to the theme of dance and heritage.

One of the most prominent figures on the contemporary scene, the American choreographer Trajal Harrell – winner of the Silver Lion at the 2024 Venice Biennale – presents an intimate and intense solo

After its first presentation in Aosta, Join the Dots II arrives in Lugano, continuing Estopia’s curatorial journey dedicated to dialogue across geographies, languages, and artistic sensibilities.

The exhibition explores the extraordinary textile traditions of Eastern Indonesia through two of the most significant Swiss collections dedicated to this art form.

The Museo Hermann Hesse Montagnola presents an experiment: bringing the fairy tale “Vogel” (1933) into public space in the form of community theatre.