Events

Ticino has a busy calendar of special events – as well as one of Switzerland’s longest open-air festival seasons. Throughout the year the canton stages film festivals, theatrical performances, music festivals, sports events and concerts, adding to the enjoyment of any stay.

With events ranging from local festivities to internationally important gatherings, the calendar has plenty for visitors of every age and interest.
You will find everything from popular “risottate” – at which risotto is cooked for visitors in vast cauldrons in the open air – to academic conferences, from film screenings to stage shows and art exhibitions, and much more. Entertainment, local culture, sports, relaxation – the choice is enormous, and guaranteed to add extra appeal to any holiday.