City of Lugano in the news

In Lugano, 15 volunteers called City Angels help homeless people at night during winter since the city does not provide shelter.

City Angels have been assisting homeless and drug-addicted individuals in Lugano for over a decade, as the city itself does not offer such support.

City Angels volunteers in Lugano assist homeless people during cold winter nights as the city does not provide shelter.

The 45th Autonassa Lugano will display 166 vehicles from 48 brands on city streets, blending automotive history with modern mobility and engaging the public with diverse activities.

Lugano airport received a 30-year operating license renewal from the Swiss transport ministry, securing its long-term future and enabling further development after the City of Lugano saved it from insolvency.

Lugano Airport's operating concession has been extended until 2056, providing a long-term framework for infrastructure and management decisions, alongside improved financial results and potential changes to domestic flight regulations.

Lugano airport secured a 30-year operating license renewal from the Swiss transport ministry, signaling a positive long-term outlook and improved financial performance.

Lugano Airport secured a long-term operating license from DEVEC, showing financial improvement and potential for new domestic routes after overcoming previous operational challenges.

StraLugano 2026 celebrates its 20th anniversary with a two-day running event in Lugano, featuring diverse races, the Swiss Half Marathon Championships, and activities for all ages.

The 2026 Italian-Swiss Industrial Forum in Lugano will unite industries, institutions, and associations to foster cross-border collaboration in manufacturing, with a focus on AI, automation, and B2B opportunities.

Hockey Club Lugano unveiled its new 2026/27 season jersey, featuring a design inspired by the City of Lugano and Ciani Park.

The fourth "Dinner Under the Stars" event in Lugano transformed Via Nassa into an elegant dining experience featuring gourmet food, fine wines, opera, and a charity art auction benefiting foster families, with collaboration from the City of Lugano.

The City of Lugano is hosting the fourth Market in Darsena Lugano to support local micro-entrepreneurs and promote Ticino-made products through a rotating market and professional development opportunities.

The 9th annual Lugano Pedal Boat Race is being held today at Rivetta Tell, featuring competitive pedal boat races for crews and water bike activities for spectators on Lake Lugano.

Lugano adopted a Municipal Strategic Plan to revise and harmonize its zoning plans, aiming to manage territorial development until 2050 using a unified vision and geographically homogeneous areas.

The Lugano Sustainability Series is hosting a public event on September 7th to discuss an inclusive and fair ecological transition with presentations and a panel discussion.

The 35th FIT Festival in Lugano showcases international contemporary theater, dance, and performing arts from September 29 to October 11, 2026, exploring themes like conflict, memory, and identity.

Lugano, a result of multiple mergers, is implementing a strategic plan to integrate its 21 diverse districts and guide its territorial development until 2050.

Lugano celebrated the official inauguration of the AIL Arena, a new stadium for FC Lugano, with local authorities emphasizing its community significance.

The AIL Arena Experience Centre in Lugano will close on July 25, 2026, after successfully serving as an immersive preview of the new AIL Arena and a hub for FC Lugano events and hospitality marketing.