Best concerts and music festivals in Milano in 2026

All eyes on the Milano stages with international stars, Italian artists and great festivals throughout the summer.

From piazzas to clubs, theatres and stadiums… check out the events for the new season.

I-DAYS, the independent music festival that started in 1999, takes over the San Siro neighbourhood with its stage at the SNAI La Maura racecourse.

Music is set to set the summer alight from the last weekend in June, featuring leading artists from the international pop and rock scene. First up on June 25th are Maroon 5: the American band haven’t performed in Italy since 2023 and is ready to make a grand return.

Next up on July 3rd is Florence + The Machine, for a one-off Italian date during their Everybody Scream tour in support of their new eponymous album.

July 5th sees the highly anticipated Foo Fighters gig. The Seattle band returns to Italy and is ready to get rock fans – and everyone else – up and dancing.

On July 6th, System Of A Down will bring all their metal energy to the festival stage.

Rounding off the programme, September will see live performances by Tony Pitony on the 4th and David Guetta on the 6th, extending the I-Days experience beyond the summer season.

And continuing with the September line-up, on the 10th it’s the turn of A$AP Rocky, a rapper and multi-talented artist who has been gracing international stages since 2011, bringing his energy and unmistakable style to audiences far and wide.

Tickets are already on sale on all official channels.

To reach the hippodrome by public transport, you can use the M5 metro (Lilac Line) and the M1 metro (Red Line). Get off at the Lotto stop and take the Piazzale Lotto, Stadio-Ippodromo exit. The entrance to the festival is located in Via Diomede 1.

To arrive by bus, take the lines 48-49-68-78-90 (Right Circular), 91 (Left Circular) or 98.

Find out how to get to the Ippodromo San Siro on the official ATM website via this link.

Find out how to get to the Ippodromo La Maura on the official ATM website via this link.

In addition to hosting football matches, San Siro Stadium is also renown as an epic venue for numerous concerts by national and international stars.

The June and July calendar features a host of events, showcasing stars from the worlds of pop, rock and urban music.

On June 6th and 7th, Tiziano Ferro will set San Siro alight as part of the Milano leg of his STADI 26 tour, and on June 9th it’s Eros Ramazzotti’s turn.

Irama brings his pop music on June 9th, and on June 13th Geolier gets everyone dancing with his Neapolitan rap. Achille Lauro takes to the stage on June 15th, and on June 17th it’s time for the highly anticipated Iron Maiden concert.

On June 20th, Ligabue is set to delight Italian rock fans, and on JJune 24th it’s Tedua’s turn.

On June 27th, Gabry Ponte will get “the whole of Italy” dancing and pave the way for a two-night run by Sfera Ebbasta on July 8th and 9th.

The latest big Italian name on the San Siro summer concert line-up, Max Pezzali is set to fill the stadium once again with two shows on July 11th and 12th.

Alongside the big Italian names, San Siro also hosts major international acts.On July 14th and 15th, it is Bruno Mars’ turn, returning to Italy after nine years to promote his new album The Romantic.

Following that, The Weeknd will take to the stage for three consecutive days on July 24th, 25th and 26th, cementing the stadium’s role as a landmark venue for live music across Europe.

The stadium is accessible by metro, either with the M5 Lilac Line San Siro Stadio stop, or with the M1Red Line Lotto stop, which is just a 15-minute walk away.

You can also arrive with bus 49 and get off at the Via Harar stop. Alternatively, take tram 16 from Piazza Fontana and get off at the Piazzale Axum terminus.Once the concerts are over, the M5 Lilac Line Ippodromo and Segesta stops will be inaccessible. Instead, you can use the San Siro Stadio stop on the M5, or the Lotto stop on the M1, a 15-minute walk away.

Find out everything you need to know about how to get to the San Siro stadium on the official ATM website via this link.

The best of Italian and international music comes to the Unipol Forum in Assago, on the outskirts of Milano, with a program spanning from pop and rock to trap.

On September 15th, for the very first time, J-pop rock superstar LiSA is coming to Italy for a one-off, exceptional concert, ready to welcome fans from all over the country with an unmissable, groundbreaking live performance.

On October 4th, 6th and 7th, Laura Pausini will fill the Forum in Assago with three unmissable dates, ahead of another internationally renowned band: Deep Purple on October 17th.

A double bill for Pooh in October on the 18th and 19th, followed by Zero Assoluto on October 20th, to let us relive the nostalgia of 70s music and the romantic ballads so beloved by millennials.

October also sees a succession of Italian talents, with Raf on the 12th and Alfa on the 24th. These two live performances are eagerly awaited by fans of the two artists, who are part of two intense annual tours packed with surprises and entertainment.

On October 28th, it is the turn of Niall Horan, former member of the much-loved boyband One Direction, who returns to the stage of the Unipol Forum with his solo repertoire.

On November 3rd, after a long hiatus, the Unipol Forum welcomes back the powerful voice of Marco Masini, who returns to live performances with a new arena tour.

Fans of late-2000s alternative rock won’t want to miss Placebo’s live show on November 6th as part of their 30th Anniversary Tour. It’s a truly unique event that brings together fans of all generations for one huge celebration.

Another date not to be missed for punk fans nostalgic for the early 2000s: on November 11th, Tokio Hotel will be playing at the Forum in Assago, bringing all their energy and drawing fans from all over Italy.

On November 13th and 14th, Blue are ready to bring the house down and get the whole Forum dancing to their songs, which have inspired and captivated entire generations from the early 2000s to the present day.

On November 21st, Korn’s sole Italian date was announced. As one of the founding fathers of the metal genre in the 1990s, the American band awaits fans from every corner of Italy for an unmissable event that is unlikely to be repeated.

On December 7th, the Forum will welcome Il Volo’s return to the arena circuit. Winners of the Sanremo Festival in 2015, the most beloved pop tenor group of all time is ready to bring incredible energy and sound back to their audience.

Making his debut on the Unipol Forum stage on December 11th is Lucio Corsi, with a live performance that brings the season to a spectacular close. This programme reinforces the venue’s role as a strategic hub for national and international tours, thanks to its capacity and proximity to the city centre.

The events calendar is constantly updated.

The Unipol Forum (Via Giuseppe di Vittorio, 6) is served by the Assago - Milanofiori Forum stop of the M2 metro. From here, the forum can be reached via a pedestrian bridge.

Info on timetables, stops and routes can be found on the ATM website www.atm.it.

The Fiera Milano Live concerts make a welcome return for Milano's summer arena where you can enjoy gigs by exceptional artists.

The season kicks off on May 22nd with the incredible pop-soul talent Olivia Dean, performing her only Italian date.

On June 17th, Lewis Capaldi’s long-awaited Italian concert arrives to showcase his new EP Survive.

On June 20th, don’t miss a band that is making history in international alternative rock: Kings of Leon are returning for the first time since 2017, and Milano can’t wait to give them a proper welcome.

The line-up is set to fill the summer with Romeo Santos and Prince Royce on July 10th, getting everyone dancing to the beat of Latin music.

On August 25th, it’s the turn of rapper Tyler, The Creator, who will have Fiera Milano rocking with his rhymes and energy.

The season closes on September 19th with DJ, producer and multi-talented artist Anyma, with a one-off date on the ÆDEN Global Tour 2026. Born in the United States and of Italian origin, the electronic artist first presented his show at Coachella and is now showcasing it to the world with an overwhelming and extraordinary energy.

HOW TO GET TO FIERA MILANO LIVE

For those arriving by subway, take the Red Line M1 to the Rho Fiera Milano stop.

In 2026, the Milano Latin Festival returns with a packed programme of concerts and events dedicated to Latin American music. The events will take place at the MIND Live Arena, a venue that has taken on an increasingly central role in the city’s events scene in recent years.

From June 13th until August 1st, a series of concerts will have audiences from Milano and beyond dancing to the rhythm of Latin American music, transporting everyone into an exotic and festive atmosphere.

The festival kicks off with a big name like Kany García, who will set the right tone for the festival with her voice and guitar; other great artists such as Camilo, Tito Nieves, Ozuna, Nicky Jam and many more will follow throughout the season.

HOW TO GET TO THE MILANO LATIN FESTIVAL

Take the M1 line to the Live Arena - Milano Innovation District, get off at Rho Fiera station, and then walk for about 20 minutes. Alternatively, take tram lines 1 or 12 to the terminus (Roserio) and walk for about 20 minutes. You can find directions on the official website.

Following the success of previous editions, UNALTROFESTIVAL returns in 2026 for its twelfth edition, to be held at the Parco della Musica in Milano.

Among the first artists announced are Vulfpeck on July 13th, Lorde for her only Italian date on July 23rd, and the Gees, who will close the festival on August 19th. Don’t miss the full line-up on the official website.

The festival stands out for its curatorial approach, which brings together big names from the international scene and up-and-coming talent.

Many artists from the international music scene will be performing at the Parco della Musica for their only Italian date, including Bad Omens on June 16th, Halsey on June 24th, Gloria Gaynor on June 29th and Boy George & Culture Club on July 9th.

In addition to the Festival, the venue will host many other concerts and welcome big names from the contemporary music scene, such as Caparezza on July 15th and Negramaro on September 8th.

We’ll be able to catch The Flaming Lips on June 17th and Mac DeMarco on June 30th, kicking off the warmer months with their energetic, alternative music.

In July, the park will continue to be brought to life by Belle and Sebastian on the 12th, the Pixies on the 14th, and I Cani on the 21st, with a summer event that brings together fans of early-2000s Italian indie music.

Under the hot August sun, Djo will be warming our hearts even more with his nostalgic indie pop and his 80s charm straight out of Stranger Things.

To round things off in style, the following acts will be performing: the Hollywood Vampires on September 1st, Gemitaiz on September 7th and Mannarino on September 11th.

Don’t miss out on all the available dates on the official website.

Take the M4 line to the Circolo Magnolia and the Parco della Musica, getting off at the Linate Aeroporto stop, which is about 15 minutes’ walk from the entrances.

To get to Carroponte, take the M1 metro and get off at Sesto Rondò station, or take the M5 metro to Bignami station, or take bus 81 to Sesto Marelli and walk for about 15 minutes.

Information on timetables, stops and routes is available on the ATM website www.atm.it.

Alongside major festivals and leading arenas, Milano will offer a wide-ranging programme of events across the city’s clubs and historic venues in 2026.

Venues such as Alcatraz and Fabrique continue to host concerts throughout the year, welcoming big names such as Hayley Williams, Simple Plan, Francesco De Gregori and Lost Frequencies.

These are just some of the big names you’ll find on these venues’ calendars; keep up to date via the official websites so you don’t miss a thing.