Events in Locarno - City events

As of September 16, 2017, a new permanent section dedicated to the history of the Protestant Reformation in the Locarno region can be visited.

From <strong>November 20, 2025</strong>, to <strong>January 6, 2026</strong>, Locarno will be transformed into an enchanting winter village with <strong>Winterland</strong>: an immersive experience

The Locarno Carnival returns to liven up the city's streets and squares! As per the new tradition: two evenings of celebration in the Old Town and a delicious risotto in Locarno's Piazza Grande!

The 27th edition of the Ticino event will take place from 18 to 22 March 2026 at the Parco delle Camelie in Locarno.

Join Slow Up Ticino – a traffic-free day filled with fun! Explore 50 km between Bellinzona and Locarno by bike, on foot, or on rollerblades.

<strong>The World Cup returns to Ticino – the world’s best athletes in the Locarno region</strong>

<strong>The Locarno antique fair</strong> Throughout the long Ascension weekend the old town of Locarno is filled with market stalls packed full of antiques.

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As in previous years Locarno will stay awake all night long giving space to culture, music, art and entertainment.

Nine days of pop and rock music on the Piazza Grande in Locarno, one of the most spectacular squares in Europe.

Boasting 40 years of experience, this international meeting of young musicians- known today as TICINO MUSICA- long ago became a genuine, fully-fledged festival with more than 80 events in two weeks,

Entertainment, music, food and a fantastic fireworks display

Since summer 2004, at the turn of July and August, the International Music and Theatre Festival "Il Teatro in Festa" has been held in the magical garden behind the theatre, hosting in its various

A high-quality programme at Switzerland's most important film festival.

Triathlon Locarno is set in the stunning scenery of Lake Maggiore. Different races for every level of sports ambition will take place over two days.

The Ascona-Locarno Run represents a unique occasion for visiting the region of Lake Maggiore in its stunning scenery as it takes on its vivid autumn colours.