What to do in Varese and surrounding area: weekend April 10–12, 2026

Varese and province: weekend events April 10–12, 2026

Plenty of activities this weekend across the province: outdoor walks, cultural exhibitions, food fairs and motor shows. Below are the main events with practical details to help you plan your visit.

• Agrivarese 2026 – Sunday April 12, Giardini Estensi (Varese): agricultural fair with local produce, exhibitions and activities as part of the Fringe Festival. New format: the event becomes biennial with an autumn stop in Angera.
• Monza Vintage Auto & Moto Gathering – Viggiù, Sunday April 12, Villa Borromeo, 11:00–17:00: classic vehicle displays and exhibitions for enthusiasts.
• Kandinsky and Italy – Museo Maga (Varese): last weekend to see the exhibition; check opening times in advance.
• Innamorati di Angera – Sunday April 12, Angera lakeside: a day of creativity, handicrafts and health prevention activities on Lake Maggiore.
• Fish Festival (Sagra del Pesce) – Legnano, April 10–12: three days focused on seafood. Typical hours: Fri–Sat 19:00–23:00; Sun lunch 12:00–15:00 and dinner.
• Festival of a Sustainable Future – Cittiglio, April 10–12 at FE.STI.Amo Park: three days of environmental and social sustainability events.
• Local concerts and shows – Saturday April 11: gala concert by the Corpo Musicale Santa Cecilia in Carnago (Teatro Agorà). Saturday also features a children’s book presentation in Venegono Superiore (free entry).
• Stories by the fire (Racconti intorno al fuoco) – Tradate, Parco Pineta: evening talks on environmental and astronomical topics (check specific dates).
• Natura in cammino – Varese, Sunday April 12: free guided walk from Villaggio Cagnola to explore ponds and springs; morning start with mid-day return. Booking recommended.
• Lions Day – Angera (Sunday April 12, Piazza Garibaldi, 10:00–17:00) and Tradate (Sunday April 12, 10:00–18:00): free health screenings and family activities.
• Good Samaritan social shop – Brunello: open Saturday and Sunday 14:30–18:30 at via Santa Maria 20; proceeds support vulnerable women in Gulu (Uganda).

Practical tips: check schedules and booking requirements, bring ID and payment options, and plan transport and parking. Forecasts indicate mild weather through Sunday.