Weekend in Milan: top events from 8 to 10 May 2026

Weekend in Milan: 8-10 May 2026

The second weekend of May offers a varied program in Milan. Below is a curated list of the main events and practical tips to plan your visits, evenings and outings.

Highlights: Exhibitions

• Arnaldo Pomodoro. Places, memories and visions – Fondazione Arnaldo Pomodoro (until 2026-05-31)
• Robert Mapplethorpe - The Forms of Desire – Palazzo Reale (on view until 2026-05-17)
• Giovanni Gastel - Rewind – Palazzo Citterio (until 2026-07-26)
• Andy Warhol. Passage in Italy 1975-1987 – Galleria Crédit Agricole (20/03/2026 - 20/06/2026)
• Other options: displays on Man Ray, the Macchiaioli and installations at the Triennale and MUDEC.

Concerts & Music

• Mario Biondi – 8 May 2026, Teatro Dal Verme
• Annalisa – 9 May 2026, Unipol Dome / Santa Giulia
• Elvana Gjata – 10 May 2026, Unipol Forum
• Live shows and series also at Fabrique, Santeria and the Auditorium.

Theatre & Shows

• Discovering Morricone – 8 May 2026, Teatro Leonardo
• Tribute to Morricone - Oscar Music – 9-10 May 2026, Auditorium di Milano Fondazione Cariplo
• Programs featuring performers such as Paolo Ruffini and Ettore Bassi, plus productions at Teatro degli Arcimboldi and Teatro Manzoni.

Festivals, fairs and markets

• Orticola 2026 – garden festival, Giardini Pubblici Indro Montanelli (7-10 May 2026)
• Sagra della Rana – Cassignanica (running until 10 May 2026)
• Cotoletta Vintage Market – 10 May 2026, Department 184
• Many artisan markets and pop-ups across the city during the weekend.

Practical tips

• Tickets: book ahead for popular shows and exhibitions to avoid queues and sell-outs.
• Transport: prefer metro and trams during peak hours; check for route changes due to events.
• Plan: visit exhibitions in the morning/early afternoon and reserve evenings for concerts or theatre.
• Check: always verify opening hours and availability on official event pages before travel.

Where to go

Most venues and central attractions are accessible by public transport. Recommended central reference: Via S. Giovanni sul Muro, 2, 20121 Milano MI. Another useful address: Via Palestro, 14, 20121 Milano MI.

Coverage period: 8-10 May 2026 — use this guide to organise museum visits, concerts and local markets across the weekend.