Torino Weekend: April 18-19, 2026
The weekend of Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April 2026 offers a varied program in Torino and nearby towns: themed film festivals, a city-wide gelato event, concerts, drone light shows and spring fairs. Below is a concise, practical guide to the main appointments with venue hints and useful advice.
- Lovers Film Festival – LGBTQI+ film program at Cinema Massimo: screenings and guest appearances. Check the schedule for individual showtimes.
- Gelato Week 2026 – Citywide celebration in 10 Torino gelaterias with special flavors and tasting routes: a chance to sample local artisan gelato.
- DroneArt Show – Music and aerial light performance at Ippodromo di Vinovo with coordinated drone choreography: atmospheric evening, booking recommended.
- Be Comics! – Pop culture fair at Lingotto Fiere featuring comics, video games, cosplay and k-pop: great for families and fans.
- Gianni Morandi live – Show at Inalpi Arena (C'era un ragazzo: Gianni Morandi Story): an evening of classic hits.
- Angelo Pintus – Stand-up and variety show at Inalpi Arena for live comedy lovers.
- A night at the Freddie's opera – Tribute performance with Mike Moran at Auditorium Magnetto in Almese.
- Pignasecca e Pignaverde – Stage show with Tullio Solenghi and Mauro Pirovano at Teatro Colosseo.
- Tutti insieme appassionatamente – Musical at Teatro Cardinal Massaia with local cast.
- Bike Experience 2026 – Cycle tourism festival at Cascina Le Vallere in Moncalieri: activities for bike enthusiasts.
- Viva la Puglia – Puglian street food festival and live events in Piazza D'Oria, Ciriè: regional specialties and open-air entertainment.
- Mercato Europeo – Crafts and products market on via Italia in Settimo Torinese: international market vibe.
- Nice Festival – International contemporary circus festival in Chieri: shows suitable for all ages.
- Messer Tulipano – Floral event and guided visits at Castello di Pralormo: themed itineraries and activities.
- Under the cherry blossoms – Evening openings and events at the Reggia di Venaria to enjoy spring gardens in bloom.
Practical tips:
- Verify schedules and booking requirements on official event channels; many shows and festivals require tickets in advance.
- Consider public transport and parking options near busy venues (Lingotto, Venaria, Ippodromo di Vinovo).
- For food events (fairs, Gelato Week), bring some cash and plan for possible queues during peak hours.
This selection highlights the main events for the weekend of April 18–19, 2026 in Torino and surrounding areas. Check official pages for the latest details on times and tickets before attending.
Where it is
Location: Via Giuseppe Verdi, 18, 10124 Torino TO, Italia
Coordinates: 45.0681724, 7.6922965
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