Open Cellar Days

Become familiar with the Wine Makers and their secrets, succumb to the passion that they put into producing quality wines, wines with labels that have raised Canton Ticino to land of oenological excellence.

"Cantine Aperte" (Open Wineries) is back again this year. The highly anticipated event will involve thousands of fans and will be the perfect mix of fun, thrills and exploration. The event will take place from 16 to 17 May 2026 in the Sottoceneri and from 23 to 24 May 2026 in the Sopraceneri.

Ticinowine the Foundation for the promotion of Viticulture in Ticino, has been organizing this event since more than 20 years with the aim of bringing the general public's attention to a sector that, thanks to its vitality, is gaining great interest.

During the event, visitors will get the chance of crossing the threshold of important wineries that, in many cases, are true architectural gems. Here tradition and technology, combined with the skills and professionalism of the winemakers, allows the Ticino area to obtain a level of excellence in both the Swiss and international scenes.

On the website of Ticinowine you will find the complete and detailed schedule of the participating wineries, days and opening hours, side events and the opportunity to participate in the evening entertainment.

Join the event using public transport or take advantage of the shuttle services organised directly by some wineries.