2025 is set to be another incredible year for events in Milano! Scroll through the article below to discover what the exciting year ahead has in store for you.
For organizational reasons, dates may change. Please check the official websites for updates.
Change, evolution, metamorphosis. This dynamic city transforms every year and, in its ever-changing nature, also influences its iconic fashion sector – an invariable part of Milano’s vibrant identity.
Men’s Fashion will dazzle on the catwalk from January 17th to 21st, showcasing the Autumn/Winter 2025/2026 collections. It will return once again from June 20th - 24th with a fresh Spring/Summer 2026 lineup, accompanied by fantastic events, shows and trend-setting collections.
Milan Fashion Week Women’s will return from February 25th to March 3rd, reaffirming its status as a mega event in which the top fashion houses unveil their luxurious Autumn/Winter 2025/2026 collections, designed to astonish and inspire.
The second Women’s Fashion Week of 2025 will take place in September, from 23rd to 29th, showcasing the stunning Spring/Summer 2026 collections.
We’re ready for the races! February 6th, 2025 marks exactly one year until the opening of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.
The city is gearing up to become the global centre of thrilling sports - and much more
Make sure to revisit the website to discover all the surprises that await you. In the meantime, you can already experience the impressive venues that will host the Winter Olympics and Paralympics. If you’re drawn to skiing or winter sports in the footsteps of champions, the Olympic venues are ready to welcome you!
Carnival in Milano is where joyful fun meets cherished tradition. On Saturday, March 8th, 2025, join the vibrant celebrations of the unique Ambrosian Carnival, which concludes four days later than the rest of Italy’s carnivals.
Discover the colourful events, traditional sweet treats and whimsical costumes to immerse yourself in the city’s most beloved dress-up party - especially for children.
When Milano transforms into a grand open-air museum with special openings, immersive exhibitions, engaging workshops and unique initiatives, it can only mean one thing - MuseoCity!
The 2025 dates have not yet been announced: make sure to check back for all the exciting updates.
2025 in Milano will be a year of spectacular exhibitions: over 45 will illuminate the halls of civic venues such as Palazzo Reale and the Contemporary Art Pavilion, alongside prestigious private museums such as Fondazione Prada and Pirelli HangarBicocca.
From the stunning exhibition at Palazzo Reale on Casorati, one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Italian art, to the extensive solo showcase by the acclaimed Iranian artist Shirin Neshat at the PAC Padiglione d’Arte Contemporanea, and the major display of Pellizza da Volpedo’s work at the Galleria d’Arte Moderna, these events offer a diverse panorama of art through the ages.
Don’t miss the fascinating retrospective on Man Ray, a 20th-century luminary, at Palazzo Reale in September, or Escher’s Impossible Constructions at the MUDEC Museo delle Culture.
During Milano Design Week in April, Fabbrica del Vapore will honour the legacy of designer Nanda Vigo, highlighting her groundbreaking projects and furniture.
In May, Fabbrica del Vapore will also host a unique exhibition: Arte infinita, exploring the pioneering special effects behind the cult film The NeverEnding Story.
For fans of contemporary art, Pirelli HangarBicocca will unveil an exhibition in March featuring the works of Japanese artist Yukinori Yanagi, one of Japan’s most influential creatives.
Discover other awe-inspiring exhibitions spanning ancient, modern and contemporary art, and start planning your cultural calendar for 2025!
For art lovers, April in Milano is unmissable. Milano Art Week, a sensational celebration of art throughout the city, and the prestigious miart fair, offer enthusiasts a chance to delve into creativity spanning classical and contemporary styles.
After having dismantled “silence” in 2021, kicked off the “first movement” in 2022, continued its musical metaphor with “Crescendo” in 2023, and focused on no time no space in 2024, miart will return in from April 4th - 6th, 2025 with the theme among friends. Inspired by the latest major retrospective dedicated to Robert Rauschenberg (1925 – 2008) at MoMA, this year’s event will honour the centenary of the artist’s birth. It will build on concepts of active participation and the guiding principles of his artistic exploration: openness to the world, voracious curiosity and commitment to dialogue and multidisciplinary.
Collectors and art aficionados from around the world can feast their eyes on masterpieces from the early 20th century to the present day, in a crescendo of exceptional quality, participation and audience engagement.
Check back to the website for the complete programme closer to the date.
In the global capital of Design, the spotlight shines once more, from April 8th to 13th, on the dazzling world of creativity and innovation with Milano Design Week - starting from April 7th - and the iconic Salone del Mobile, held at the Rho Fiera and in some of the city’s most captivating neighbourhoods.
On April 10th and 11th, The Euroluce International Lighting Forum will take place. This biennial event is packed with insightful conferences, lively round tables and hands-on workshops, featuring esteemed international guests and a specially-curated space in the Euroluce exhibition area.
Uncover fascinating insights and bold challenges as the world of design rediscovers its authentic vocation: creating solutions for real-world needs whilst celebrating beauty in its many diverse forms.
Following two groundbreaking International Exhibitions that reflected on our relationship with natural phenomena - and how these now seem far more enigmatic than science once promised - Triennale Milano invites the worlds of culture, science and the arts to ponder the urgent issue of inequalities. How, and to what extent, will significant migrations, climate crises, aging populations, demographic shifts and access to housing and education shape our communities?
The 24th International Exhibition, running from May to November 2025, will bring together visionary artists, innovative designers, brilliant architects, esteemed researchers and scholars from around the globe. It will feature fascinating exhibitions, thought-provoking installations and ambitious projects conceived and produced by Triennale Milano, alongside a series of compelling international contributions under the aegis of the Bureau International des Expositions.
In mid-May, PianoCity takes centre stage: a revolutionary musical phenomenon that has grown steadily since its debut in 2011. This transformative event doesn’t wait for its audiences - it reaches out to them, serenading the city’s piazze, private homes and unconventional spaces, peacefully taking over the urban landscape beyond the city centre.
From June 3rd to 8th, 2025 a dazzling new festival dedicated to the captivating world of cinema will open its curtains in Milano: the Milano Film Fest. This dynamic event unites four cultural pillars that have shaped Milan’s vibrant arts scene over the years: the Milano Film Festival, FeST – The Festival of TV Series and the creative successes of Cinemino and Perimetro.
Under the artistic direction of the acclaimed actor Claudio Santamaria, the festival will take place across the city’s cinemas, historic theatres, piazze and bustling streets. It promises an extraordinary program featuring screenings, international competitions, exclusive premieres and in-depth studies of TV series and photography, offering a vast and comprehensive look at cinema, past and present.
Milano, crank up the volume! Italy’s ultimate music city is preparing for a 2025 filled with electrifying sounds and rhythms.
Summer will bring a lineup of thrilling festivals. Amongst the most anticipated are the I-Days (Ippodromo San Siro) from May to July, showcasing sensational stars like Imagine Dragons, Justin Timberlake, Dua Lipa, Linkin Park, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Olivia Rodrigo and many more.
From festivals to the San Siro Stadium, the iconic venue that will host spellbinding performances by top artists like Elodie, Pinguini Tattici Nucleari, Cesare Cremonini, Elisa, Gazzelle, Marracash, Gabry Ponte, Marco Mengoni, Bruce Springsteen and others. Tickets and reservations are available on all major distribution channels.
Don't miss MITO SettembreMusica in September, and JazzMi which returns in November: stay tuned for the announcement of both complete programmes.
June is Pride Month in Milano, a vibrant celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community. As it does every year, Milano Pride will feature a colourful array of events and initiatives raising awareness of queer-friendly issues and civil rights. Most activities will be hosted within the welcoming Casa dei Diritti, culminating in the joyous parade through the city.
As autumn leaves begin to fall, November heralds the return of Bookcity Milano - a weeklong celebration of literature promoting engagement, lively presentations, insightful dialogues, readings, imaginative exhibitions and performances. Seminars delve into new reading practices, featuring books ranging from antique to contemporary, in historic public and private libraries, bookstores and other iconic city locations.
Check back closer to the date to leaf through the complete programme.
When in Italy’s musical capital, you simply cannot miss Milano Music Week in November. Over seven days, this rhythmic festival offers electrifying concerts, and interactive meetings with musicians, artists and industry professionals. Perfect for passionate music enthusiasts and experienced professionals alike.
Tune in closer to the date for the full programme, and let the rhythm of the city sweep you away.
December in Milano heralds the much-anticipated Prima della Scala, the First Night of the spectacular La Scala season, held on Sant'Ambrogio day, to honour the city’s patron saint. The December 7th premiere is a grand occasion - musical, cultural and social - attended by dignitaries, politicians and prominent figures from the entertainment world.
For those unable to attend the theatre, Milano transforms into an enchanting grand stage with the Prima Diffusa. Discover more here.
Christmas in Milano is nothing short of extraordinary! Festive events unfold across the city, offering joy for all ages. From twinkling Christmas trees to bustling markets, charming Santa Villages and glittering ice-skating rinks, the festive spirit invites you to celebrate together in style.