Weekend in Milan: must-see events (8-10 May 2026)

Weekend in Milan: overview (8-10 May 2026)

The second weekend of May brings a varied program to Milan: major exhibitions, live concerts, theatre performances, a green festival and markets. Below is a practical selection to plan your days from 8 to 10 May 2026.

Featured 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)
• Also on: Man Ray, the Macchiaioli, and installations at the Triennale and Mudec.

Concerts and 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 series and showcases at venues like Fabrique, Santeria and the Auditorium.

Theatre and shows

• Exploring Morricone – 8 May 2026 (Teatro Leonardo)
• Tribute to Morricone - Oscar Music – 9-10 May 2026 (Auditorium di Milano Fondazione Cariplo)
• Also on stage: Paolo Ruffini, Ettore Bassi and productions at Teatro degli Arcimboldi and Teatro Manzoni.

Fairs, festivals and markets

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

Practical tips

• Tickets: buy online for popular exhibitions and concerts to avoid queues.
• Transport: use metro and trams during peak times; check for route changes due to events.
• Plan: visit exhibitions in the morning/afternoon and reserve evenings for concerts or theatre.

Where to go

Central locations and major exhibition venues are well-connected by public transport. A central reference point: Via S. Giovanni sul Muro, 2, 20121 Milan (coordinates: 45.4672498, 9.1810922).

Use this guide to plan your weekend from 8 to 10 May 2026, and always double-check event times and ticket availability on official event pages before you go.