Events: Festival, Festivities in Lugano

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

“Caslano Blues Cruises”: a rich programme of cruises set to the rhythm of the blues.

The most beautiful event of this summer in historic villa in Lugano. An evening that feels as though it has stepped straight out of the pages of a classic novel.

The summer festival LAC en plein air is back, celebrating its ninth anniversary with a new format divided into two distinct sections, each curated by a different team in keeping with the LAC’s

CaronAntica 2026 returns with a rich program devoted to rediscovering early repertoire on period instruments, in dialogue with the historic and architectural beauty of Carona.

Now in its sixteenth edition, the Lugano LongLake Festival is one of Switzerland's largest urban open-air festivals.

Conceived from the outset as an inclusive experience for all age groups, the Lugano LongLake Festival, with its rich multidisciplinary program comprising over 250 events, dedicates ample space each

Since 1977 in the heart of the City

Blues to Bop, part of the Lugano LongLake Festival, is the event that has been celebrating the blues in Lugano since 1989: every summer, it brings free concerts featuring local and international

Opera – Symphony orchestra – Chamber music – Solo recitals with famous artists and promising young talents.

Lagoon Punk Rock Fest 2026 returns to Lugano for its second edition with two free punk rock nights in the unique setting of Parco Ciani, right by the lake.

Lugano Piano returns for its second edition from August 21–23, 2026, transforming the city into an open-air stage where music and urban space come together.

<strong>Friday – Early Bird</strong> CHF 21.4 <strong>Friday – Standard ticket</strong> CHF 29.75 <strong>Saturday – Early Bird</strong> CHF 12.05 <strong>Saturday – Standard ticket</strong>

Mitwirkende: Soleggiata Sound

The Festa di Redde is a medieval-themed event that takes place every two years in September in the Capriasca woods between Vaglio and Lugaggia, between the Redde Tower and the Church of San Clemente.

Lugano International Festival Endorfine is a cultural Swiss festival dedicated to thought and current affairs sponsored by the Endorfine Festival Association, a nonprofit organization composed of

Lugano welcomes the magical atmosphere of autumn with its traditional event that will enliven the city center for three days of celebration.

Cheese makers from all over Switzerland gather in Lugano to present their cheeses.