Events in Bellinzona

For the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Ticino is preparing to experience the atmosphere of great football with giant screens, outdoor events, food & drinks, and celebrations.

Stellen Sie sich ein Museum vor, das zu einem intimen Theater wird, in dem sich das Leben der Vergangenheit mit dem der Gegenwart verwebt. Die Ausstellung «Zilla Leutenegger.

For over six weeks, Bellinzona's Urban Park will be enlivened by a new summer arena designed as a gathering space, with concerts, entertainment, and activities for everyone.

Die Ausstellung «Alex Hanimann. Human Nature» präsentiert erstmals in einem Schweizer Museum das komplexe und umfangreiche fotografische Werk, das der Künstler in den letzten 20 Jahren geschaffen hat.

The inner courtyard of Castel Grande and the Sala Arsenale become the setting for a striking exhibition by local artist Ivo Soldini.

“Fra Roberto innerhalb der Mauern”

Entra nella Stanza 719. Qui, tra le pareti del Plaza, personaggi fuori dagli schemi si incrociano, si scontrano, si raccontano. Si ride, si sogna, ci si emoziona…e tutto quello che resta dopo.

<strong>2:30-3:15 PM</strong>«Zilla Leutenegger.

Hai una domanda di carattere medico? Professionisti in pensione della medicina, della psicologia e dell'assistenza sanitaria è a tua disposizione, senza camici bianchi e gratuitamente.

In the months of May and June, immerse yourself in yoga with some teachers who will alternate every week proposing various styles of yoga.

During the summer, on some Saturdays, coinciding with the busy city market, the Teatro Sociale Bellinzona opens its doors to anyone who wishes to visit from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.

The historic used book market returns to Piazza Buffi in Bellinzona in 2026!

From July 18th to 31st, the Ticino Musica Festival is launching its 30th edition in style, with over 80 events scheduled, including opera, symphony concerts, recitals, chamber music, and much more.

The Blues are back in Piazza Governo!

A unique combination: the emotion of open-air cinema. Castel Grande is the precious backdrop to the giant screen on which the best films from around the world are projected.

Mitwirkende: Coop Open Air Cinema

Limitierte Anzahl Plätze. Anmeldung direkt beim Gastgeberhof unbedingt erforderlich.

Limitierte Anzahl Plätze. Anmeldung direkt beim Gastgeberhof unbedingt erforderlich.

Limitierte Anzahl Plätze. Anmeldung direkt beim Gastgeberhof unbedingt erforderlich.

Date: August 8 – August 18, 2026 Trip duration: 10 days Number of aid stations: 10 Participation: Solo / Duo / Relay Distance: 500 km Maximum time: 250 h Elevation gain/loss: 40,000 m

The historic center of Bellinzona, from Piazza Indipendenza to Piazza Collegiata, will come alive with the “Luppolo & Food festival” village from Thursday, August 27, to Sunday, August 29, 2026.

"Belli sold out" will take place again this year, the sales market organized by the Bellinzona Traders' Association which takes place twice a year, coinciding with the spring and summer seasons.

Mitwirkende: GalAthletics Bellinzona

PerBacco! Bellinzona's Harvest Festival is more than just grape harvest and wine: it's an invitation to discover the heart of the city.

The Corni dal Generus, with the precious collaboration of the group Nüm dal Corno, propose the 7th edition of the Festival di Corni delle Alpi, in the suggestive setting of Castelgrande in Bellinzona.

The "Corni dal Generus", in close collaboration with the "Nüm dal Corno" group, present the Festival of Alphorns in the spectacular setting of Castel Grande in Bellinzona.

Babel is a literary festival centered on translation, both in the strict sense and as a metaphor for linguistic hospitality, crossing, and encounter.

Japan lands in Bellinzona!

Festival giapponese della Svizzera italiana. Immergetevi in un mondo affascinante e lontano, tra tradizione e modernità legate alla cultura giapponese

2,350 meters to meet, get to know each other, relax, and have fun. This is the spirit that animates the "Strada in Festa" event.

Bellinzona's city center will host numerous stalls displaying alpine cheeses from Ticino and Mesolcina, the fruit of the mountain herdsmen's labors carried out during the summer months on the

The October market will take place on Sunday 11th and Sunday 18th October 2026.

From October 30th to November 1st 2026, the Floating Notes Festival brings three days of contemporary music, electronic music, experimental jazz, and new audiovisual forms to the Teatro Sociale

Ein Zusammenspiel von Musik & Video, keltischen Melodien, Nordic Folk & eigens künstlerisch gestalteten Videos. Musik aus OUTLANDER, VIKINGS & THE LAST KINGDOM.

The Bellinzona Carnival, better known as Rabadan, has been one of the major events in Ticino for over 150 years.