Events in Locarno

La donna crea is a festival dedicated to female creativity with theatre and meetings, music, conferences and exhibitions. The events take place in spring and autumn and are part of the OSA!

Voci Audaci is a festival that emphasizes the use of the voice as an instrument, not necessarily bound to words, for a song that expresses its full emotional potential.

The 27th edition of the renowned Ticino exhibition will take place from 18 to 22 March 2026 at the Camellia Park in Locarno.

Einladung zum Tag der offenen Tür

On Saint Joseph’s Day the main square of Solduno is filled with the delicious fragrance of Tortelli (a sort of round fritter).

Opening concert of the season on the occasion of the beginning of spring, followed by an aperitif at 20:00 in the church square. Free admission! For everyone! Music that speaks to the heart.

Motus Quartet in Orselina: Haydn's "Rider Quartet" and Beethoven's op. 127 in the Madonna del Sasso. Young international top class, aperitif afterwards.

Mitwirkende: Enrico Brignano

CONCERT HIGHLIGHT After the concert, from around 8:00 pm, we warmly invite you to join us for an apéro.

A Life in Music is a collection of 27 compositions by Thomas de Hartmann, carefully arranged for guitar and presented in chronological order, allowing the listener to follow the evolution of de

16th edition of the International Festival of ancient music in Locarno. Concerts in the SES hall with excellent acoustics. <strong>Adults</strong> CHF 30 <strong>AVS/pass Club Rete Due</strong>

Mitwirkende: Colpi di Timone

Mitwirkende: Euphoric Festival

From Saturday, April 4 to Monday, April 6, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

This Easter, Luceat presents a concert with a slightly different feel than usual.

Mitwirkende: Le Fuggitive

Marija Valmiera – voice; Toms Valmiers – double bass, guitar; Spāre Vītola – violin

On the lakeside in Muralto, numerous Ticino producers present their wines. A day pass allows tastings at different stands, while brass band music and jazz create the right atmosphere.

Mitwirkende: Temporary Band

Join Slow Up Ticino, a traffic-free day dedicated to fun! Travel 50 km between Bellinzona and Locarno by bike, on foot, or on rollerblades. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, entertainment, and refreshments.

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

<strong>Titanic – An Endless Love</strong>

“Electric Radius &amp; Friends” Con i chitarristi: Alessandro Bruno (Italy) Michele Agazzi (Italy) Uma Kabusacki (Argentina) Fernando Kabusacki (Argentina) Cathy Stevens (UK/Germany)

From May 1st to 3rd, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, the 1st May Market at Largo Zorzi invites you to explore: stalls with gourmet products, Ticino specialties, and local crafts turn the city into a

Outdoor amusement park for kids and families. Opening hours: Monday-Thursday: 20:00 - 23:00 Friday: 20:00 - 24:00 Saturday, Sunday and holidays: 15:00 - 24:00

Quest’anno ci uniamo al Choeur de l’Université et des Jeunesses Musicales de Fribourg (CUJM) per eseguire la Messa in Fa Minore di Anton Bruckner.

The Strawberry Festival receives a great deal of public attention every year.

<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.

The Department of Education and Learning at SUPSI is hosting the Matematicando festival, a day dedicated to the entire population, especially families, to introduce adults and children to

"SWISS” – Dance and Musical Show Pointe, vocals and groove at the Teatro di Locarno – The Moving Factory returns to the stage

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

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

The wonderful atmosphere created by street music moves from the village of Ascona to the Orselina Park with the guys from the Trombone Shorty Foundation,

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

A barbecue party, lots of music and good vibes are the ingredients of this event. We’re going to have fun all night long. From 7.00 pm the kitchen and the bar are open - music with DJ Michelangelo

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,