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January
Befana Benefica (January 6th) - A two-wheel charity procession spearheaded by old witch Befana herself who is believed to bring presents to the children begins in Piazza Duomo and divides in two after receiving the blessings of the Bishop of Milan. Food and gifts are handed out to kids and poor people in a heart-warming feast of generosity.
July
Gods of Metal – This is the biggest heavy metal music festival in Italy. (www.godsofmetal.it)
February
Milan Fashion Week – See the newest models on the Milan catwalk.
September
Italian F1 Grand Prix – Visit the famous formula 1 race in Monza. Milano Film Festival – It is an important exhibition of contemporary and innovative short–films. MITO – This International Music Festival in Milan offers all music styles from classical to contemporary, from jazz to rock, from pop to ethnic music. During this event you will meet all the quality of great music. (www.mitosettembremusica.it)
March
Tredesin de mars (March 13th) – This event in Milan celebrates the beginning of the state religion of Milan, the Catholic. Saint Barnaba came to live at Milan centuries ago on this date and there was a miracle as some symbols written by him on the ground started to bloom with flowers. Oggi aperto (Third weekend in March) - Historic buildings and monuments which are usually not open to the public can be visited.
October
Yoga Festival – This festival in Milan features workshops, seminars, introductory classes and special events.
April
Fiori & Sapori (mid April) - This important exhibition of plants, flowers and garden equipment takes place on the banks of the Naviglio Grande. International Furniture Fair - More than 300 designers and craftsmen from all over the world display their latest designs and innovations at this event in Milan. (www.cosmit.it)
November
International Motorcycle Exhibition – It is an annual event in Milan. (www.eicma.it)
May
Arte sul Naviglio – This festival in Milan takes place at the historic Naviglio Grande canal exhibits the work of around 300 artists from all over Italy.
December
Festival of Sant’Ambrogio (December 7th) – This festival in Milan celebrates the patron saint of Milan with the fair “O bei O bei” organized in the area of Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio.
June
Naviglio Festival (first 10 days of June) – The streets near Naviglio canal turn into a folklore entertainment center during this event in Milan to welcome the summer with theater shows, folklore music, dance shows and stalls with handmade crafts. The festival is ending with a torch parade.
Scheduled Events can be subject to change. Prior to travelling, we advise you to contact the organisers to check the event will take place.