Unmissable April exhibitions in Milan: a practical guide

Unmissable exhibitions in Milan this April

Milan in April offers a range of exhibitions from multimedia installations to historical re-stagings. Below is a concise selection with dates and practical advice to help you plan visits efficiently.

• Cao Fei — Dash — Fondazione Prada, Milan. 9 April – 28 September 2026.

  A multimedia project combining photography, video installations, virtual reality and archival materials to explore technology's role in global agriculture. Practical tip: book VR sessions in advance and allow around 90 minutes for the full experience.

• Gianni Pettena — Paper/Northern Lights — BiM (Bicocca), Milan.

  A revived historical installation presented during Milano Art Week/Milano Design Week that challenges conventional exhibition and architectural boundaries. Check the schedule for performances and special openings.

• Letizia Cariello (LETIA) — Παρνασσός / Parnassus — GAM Galleria d'Arte Moderna, Milan. 14 April – 5 July 2026.

  A site-specific intervention in the Sala del Parnaso: a gilded, walk-through structure engaging with the room and the external garden. Recommended for visitors interested in light and temporal installations.

• The Rhythm of the Eye: Don Bronstein and Chicago's Jazz Scene (1953–1968) — Triennale, Milan.

  The first European exhibition dedicated to Don Bronstein, featuring photographs that capture Chicago's jazz and blues scene—ideal for fans of documentary photography and music history.

• Homage to Latin America — Alik Cavaliere & Emilio Scanavino — Fondazione Emilio Scanavino, Milan. 14 April – 14 June 2026.

  A historical re-staging of the work created for the XI São Paulo Biennial, presented alongside a contemporary performative piece that reactivates the project. Read the exhibition notes to better understand its historical and cultural context.

Practical tips: always check official websites for updated opening hours, reserve tickets where possible, plan 60–120 minutes per exhibition, and look for accessibility info or guided tours to enrich the visit.