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Over the past decade, the Marguerite Arp Foundation has received several donations of works from private individuals.

Experience the magic of Solomun at the breathtaking shores of Lago Maggiore. <strong>DOORS 13:00 - 24:00 SOUND UNTIL 23:30 AGE +20</strong> <strong>INFO</strong> Cashless Payment One Way

Switzerland's biggest and most colourful street food festival will be stopping off in Locarno, on its beautiful lakeside promenade, to bring the latest food trends from around the world to the public!

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

The Tour de Suisse is one of the world’s biggest cycling races with strong entertainment value.

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

<strong>Rotonda by la Mobiliare, the Locarno Film Festival village</strong>

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

On 28th and 29th of August 2026, GastroLagoMaggiore and Valli, in collaboration with Ticino a Tavola, will organize a "Risotto Festival" in Locarno.

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.

<strong>27th culinary autumn weeks of Lago Maggiore e Valli</strong> The Lago Maggiore region, with its surrounding valleys, welcomes Autumn with many delicious culinary proposals.

Ascona-Locarno Run - 10/11 October 2026 Run along the shores of Lake Maggiore surrounded by the colours of the Ticino autumn: a weekend of sport, beauty and relaxation for everyone.

A tropical paradise nestled in the Alps?! Welcome to a hidden gem where shimmering Lake Maggiore meets swaying palm trees bathed in golden sunlight!

The 28th edition of the renowned Ticino exhibition will take place from 18 to 22 March 2026 at the Camellia Park in Locarno.