Events in Locarno - City events

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

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

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>The Locarno antique fair</strong> Throughout the long Ascension weekend the old town of Locarno is filled with market stalls packed full of antiques.

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.

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 21st and 22nd 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.

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!