June 2026: Major Events in the Province of Varese

Exhibitions, concerts, walks, food festivals, festivals, FAI events, and open-air markets: June kicks off the summer season with a packed and varied calendar, perfect for exploring the province of Varese day by day, among lakes, villages, historic villas, and places to enjoy at a leisurely pace.

Art and culture: exhibitions, museums, and heritage

Through 06/07 - Large Vases: Ceramic Environments : ceramics exhibition at MIDeC in Laveno Mombello. Link to the website

Through June 28 - Pénicaud Exhibition: In the Sky, on the Earth : photography exhibition at the Parisi Valle Museum in Maccagno con Pino e Veddasca. Link to the website

Through September 12 - Living Through: Topographies of the Threshold : art exhibition at Villa Fumagalli Frascoli, in Laveno Mombello. Link to the website

Through September 6 - The Angera Archive: Memories from the University Archaeological Site : exhibition dedicated to the 40th anniversary of the archaeological excavations in Angera. Link to the website

Through 10/11 - Here and Elsewhere: The Environments of Paolo Scheggi 1964–1971: exhibition at MA*GA in Gallarate dedicated to Paolo Scheggi, one of the leading figures in monochrome and object-based painting. Link to the website

Through 10/11 - Roads End Before They Begin: Vincenzo Agnetti and Photographic Traces : a monographic exhibition at MA*GA in Gallarate dedicated to one of the leading figures of Italian Conceptual Art. Link to the website

Through January 6, 2027 - 21st Season of Ceresio Exhibitions : a series of solo and group exhibitions of painting, sculpture, photography, and creative arts in Porto Ceresio. Link to Facebook page

From June 2 to June 7 - Collegiata Segreta 2026 : tours of the hidden areas of the Collegiate Church of Castiglione Olona. Link to the website

From June 2 to June 14 - The Colors of Alpine Painter Gianni Cassani, for His Alpine Friends : exhibition at Villa Pomini, in Castellanza. Link to the website

From June 5 to June 21 - Archivi Futuri - Festival of Contemporary Archives : exhibitions, guided tours, exclusive openings, workshops, concerts, and events at major cultural institutions. Link to the website

June 14 - An Afternoon Between the Renaissance and Archaeology: guided tour of the Branda Castiglioni Museum in Castiglione Olona. Link to the website

From 06/15 to 06/19 - Andrea Ravo Mattoni live in Saronno : live creation of a large mural in Piazza Ugo La Malfa. Link to the website

June 21 - Alessandro Volta in Angera: a walk through the city’s Volta-related sites. Link to the website

Festivals, events, and live performances

Through August 7 - Il Lago Cromatico Festival : music and cultural festival in various towns throughout the region. Link to the website

Until 11/15 - Piambello dal vivo : festival of live performances in the Piambello area. Link to website

Until 11/30 - Terra e Laghi Festival : international theater festival in various municipalities. Link to the website

From June to September - BA Estate : a series of summer events in Busto Arsizio. Link to the website

From June to September - Interpreting Sounds and Places : traveling music festival in the Verbano Valleys. Link to the website

From 06/01 to 09/27 - Summer in the City : a series of summer events in Castellanza. Link to the website

From June 4 to October 24 - Festival of Theater, Music, and Comedy of the Insubrian Lands: a cultural festival spanning theater, music, and comedy. Link to the website

June 7 - ESTRANHEZA : dance-theater performance in Besozzo. Link to Facebook page

From June 17 to September 13 - Divine Summer: a festival featuring music, shows, entertainment, and street food at Villa Gianetti, Saronno. Link to the website

Music and concerts

Until 07/03 - BA Musica : concert series in various locations in Busto Arsizio. Link to the website

From 06/05 to 06/14 - BA Rock : rock music festival in Busto Arsizio. Link to the website

06/06 - OtoDama - The Soul of Sounds : candlelit concert at the Branda Castiglioni Museum in Castiglione Olona. Link to the website

June 6 - Musical Stroll : a day filled with music in Gallarate. Link to the website

06/07 - Music in Historic Residences : concert at Villa Bossi Tettoni Benizzi Castellani, in Azzate. Link to Facebook page

07/06 - Summer Concert : music at Parco dei Pioppi in Bodio Lomnago. Link to Facebook page

06/12 - Hebel Chamber Choir Concert : women’s equal-voice choral concert at the Park of the former Seminary in Saronno. Link to the website

From 06/13 to 06/14 - Dolce Harmonia in Caldè : live music festival in Caldè di Castelveccana. Link to the website

From June 13 to September 27 - Music at Villa Cagnola : concert series at Villa Cagnola, in Gazzada Schianno. Link to website

June 18 - Music in Historic Residences : concert at the Corte del Doro in Castiglione Olona. Link to website

June 20 - Summer Concert : concert by the “Santa Cecilia” Philharmonic Orchestra in the historic center of Castiglione Olona. Link to the website

From 06/20 to 06/21 - Music Festival : two days of music in the streets of the village of Laveno Mombello. Link to the website

June 21 - Music Festival : music at Parco della Magana in Cassano Magnago. Link to the website

06/27 - Besozzo Philharmonic: concert in the courtyard of the Besozzo town hall. Link to the website

06/28 - Concert for piano and voice : concert on the lakeshore in the village of Alla Broa, Lavena Ponte Tresa. Link to the website

Nature, Hikes, and FAI Events

06/01 - FAI - Discovering the Hermitage of Santa Caterina del Sasso : a special tour combining nature and art, between Casalzuigno and Leggiuno. Link to the website

06/01 - FAI - Along the Olona River: from Torba to Castiglione Olona : walking excursion along the Olona River. Link to the website

06/01 - FAI - Panza Kids : creative workshop for children at Villa Panza, Varese. Link to website

06/02 - 30th Walk through the hamlets of Caldè : event dedicated to Varese wines and exploring the hamlets of Caldè. Link to the website

06/02 - FAI - Picnic at the Villa : a relaxing day surrounded by nature and art at Villa della Porta Bozzolo, Casalzuigno. Link to the website

06/02 - A stroll with friends: Mombello and its history : a walk to discover Mombello, in Laveno Mombello. Link to the website

06/06 - FAI - Garden Event : visit to the 18th-century garden of Villa della Porta Bozzolo, in Casalzuigno. Link to the website

07/06 - FAI - The Landscapes of Villa della Porta Bozzolo : guided hike from the villa’s woods to the village of Aga. Link to the website

06/07 - FAI - Caring for Biodiversity : workshop on pollinators at Villa della Porta Bozzolo, Casalzuigno. Link to the website

07/06 - FAI - In the Footsteps of the Lombards : special guided tour of the Monastery of Torba, in Gornate Olona. Link to the website

06/07 - FAI - Garden Event : guided tour of the garden at Villa Panza, Varese. Link to website

09/06 - CAI Varese - Besozzo Loop : free guided hike in collaboration with Fondazione Varese Welcome. Link to website

06/13 - Firefly Walk : night walk to discover fireflies in Angera. Link to website

06/13 - FAI - The Waterways: tour of Villa della Porta Bozzolo and the Water Workshops. Link to the website

06/14 - FAI - Family Trip to the Monastery : creative workshops for children at the Monastery of Torba. Link to the website

06/20 - FAI - Guided tour with the director : special tour of Villa della Porta Bozzolo, Casalzuigno. Link to the website

06/20 - FAI - The Villa at Your Fingertips : tactile tour at Villa della Porta Bozzolo, Casalzuigno. Link to website

06/21 - FAI - The Landscapes of Villa della Porta Bozzolo : Hike to explore the woods and the Rocca di Orino. Link to the website

June 21 - FAI - FAI Summer Evenings : guided sunset tour at Villa della Porta Bozzolo, Casalzuigno. Link to the website

06/23 - CAI Varese - Sesto Calende Loop : free guided hike in collaboration with Fondazione Varese Welcome. Link to the website

06/28 - A Stroll with Friends: Vararo and Its Rose Garden: a walk to discover Vararo. Link to the website

Festivals, fairs, flavors, and traditions

Until 06/14 - Pre Njmegen : music, shows, and good food in Malnate. Link to the website

06/01 - Spring Festival : lunch in the square in Cadero and village festival in Maccagno con Pino e Veddasca. Link to the website

June 7 - Summer Festival and Mercato del Giusto iNperfetto : festival in the village of Castello Cabiaglio with a market featuring local producers. Link to the website

From 06/12 to 06/14 - Arts, Flavors, and Culture 2026 : traditional Valceresio festival in Arcisate. Link to the website

June 13 - Aperitif on the Terrace: aperitif with a view of the village from Monteruzzo Castle, in Castiglione Olona. Link to the website

June 13 - Between Art and Tasting: wines, gastronomy, culture, and music in the night of Castiglione Olona. Link to the website

06/13 - Dinner in White: a chic picnic by the lake in Porto Ceresio, where the only color allowed is white. Link to Facebook page

From 06/13 to 06/14 - In tra da nünc in festa : third regional gathering of the Alpini in Laveno Mombello. Link to the website

June 13–14 - Sagra dell’Alborella : historic festival in Monvalle featuring local specialties and alborella fish. Link to the website

From June 19 to June 21 - Sagra della costina e porchetta : a festival of food and music in Caldè di Castelveccana. Link to the Facebook page

From June 19 to June 21 - Country Stile : country festival by the lake in Lavena Ponte Tresa. Link to the website

From June 26 to July 12 - Festa al Bosco : Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday events featuring food and wine, music, and special events in Buguggiate. Link to website

June 27 - Luino in Festa 2026 : rowing race and fireworks for Luino’s patron saint festival. Link to the website

Sports, motorsports, and outdoor activities

06/07 - 4th AiCS FORMULA DRIVER : motorsports event in Busto Arsizio. Link to the website

From 06/10 to 06/14 - Italian Snipe Class Championship - European Trophy Sailing Circuit : competitive regatta organized by the Unione Velica Maccagno. Link to the website

From 06/20 to 06/21 - Arcisate Motorshow 2026 : two days dedicated to motorsports in Arcisate. Link to the website

June 21 - 6th Tour of the Varese Valleys : official gathering of Abarth enthusiasts in Laveno Mombello. Link to Facebook page

June 21 - Stramaccagno: non-competitive running race and walks open to everyone in Maccagno con Pino e Veddasca. Link to the website

06/21 - Vespa Meetup : gathering of Vespa enthusiasts along the Porto Ceresio lakefront. Link to Instagram profile

Markets, crafts, and creativity

June 6–7 - Tante care cose : flea market and antique fair at Casa Macchi, Morazzone. Link to the website

June 7 - Fiera del Cardinale : antiques, collectibles, and crafts fair in Castiglione Olona. Link to the Facebook page

June 13–14 - MurArte al Lago : competition for the creation of literary murals along the Porto Ceresio lakefront. Link to Facebook page

June 14 - Farmers’ Market : market featuring local specialties and products in Luino. Link to the website

June 14 - Porto Ceresio Road Market : vintage market along the Porto Ceresio lakefront. Link to Instagram profile

June 27–28 - European Market : tastes, flavors, and traditions from around the world in Angera. Link to website

06/28 - Antiques Market : antiques and collectibles market in Busto Arsizio. Link to the website