Events in Locarno - Premium Events

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>

August 1st trip Barbecue evening with boat trip on Lake Maggiore Celebrate Switzerland's birthday with us.

August 1st trip with Swiss brunch from Locarno Celebrate Switzerland's birthday with us. Let's enjoy a relaxing time together on Lake Maggiore and savor a typical Swiss brunch. – 2.5-hour round trip

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

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

On 22rd and 23th of August 2025, GastroLagoMaggiore and Valli, in collaboration with Ticino a Tavola, will organize a "Risotto Festival" in Locarno.

Locarno City of Guitars is a event for guitar lovers which shines with great names and at which some of the world's greatest guitarists can be seen live. Free entry.

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>26th culinary autumn weeks of Lago Maggiore e Valli</strong> The Lago Maggiore region, with its surrounding valleys, welcomes Autumn with many delicious culinary proposals.

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.

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

In Winterland, the enchantment of winter invades Locarno with exciting experiences and activities for all tastes: ice rink, slide, carousel, concerts, Christmas market and gastronomic offers.

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.