Events: Festival, Festivities in Lugano

Spring in Dance.

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.

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

Poestate Lugano Festival, a poetry festival offering a wide range of literary events with multidisciplinary activities, from classical to avant-garde, from emerging talents to great poets, with

The third edition of the Lugano Dance Project, an international contemporary dance festival, is dedicated to the theme of dance and heritage.

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

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

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

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

On October 3 and 4, there will be a variety of Swiss cheese specialties to discover in Lugano!