What to do in Lugano for Easter ?
The tulips are in bloom and the sun is out in Lugano, it is Easter: the perfect time for a city break! This year, from Friday 29th March - Monday 1st April, ‘Pasqua in Città’ or ‘Easter in the City’ takes over the vibrant centre and beautiful lakeside town of Lugano. Bursting with fresh spring colours and family-friendly entertainment, crowds flock here to enjoy fun-packed events in the main city piazzas and Lugano’s beautiful Parco Ciani.
![A view of the lake from Parco Ciani, Lugano, with tulips in the close-up]( "Tulips in Parco Ciani, Lugano")
The blooming flowers of Parco Ciani, Lugano
From creative workshops and lively folk music to an energising Easter treasure hunt through the city, there is something for everyone to do in Lugano this Easter! Read on!
![A nest with colourful sugar coated chocolate eggs surronded by other chocolate eggs]( "colourful sugar coated chocolate eggs and other chocolate eggs")
Delicious chocolate Easter Eggs
The delightful programme of events for ‘Easter in the City’ will take place in Piazza Manzoni, City Centre, Ciani Park and the Town Hall Patio. Visitors will have the opportunity to sample and buy delicious Easter treats and tasty Ticino regional produce. Amusing street performers and local musical bands will also be entertaining passers-by along the pedestrianised streets.
Pasqua in città - The full programme!
Marketplace (Mercatino di Pasqua)
An opportunity to discover and purchase handicrafts, local products, delicacies and gift ideas, the traditional Easter market will be lined along the streets of the city center.
Location: City Centre
Date and Timings: 29.03-01.04 | 10:00 - 19:00
Friends Horn of the Alps (Amici Corno delle Alpi)
Enjoy the magic of the sound of the Alpine Horns in the picturesque setting of Ciani Park and the city center.
Location: Ciani Park and City Center
Date and Timings: 29.03 | 10:00 - 15:00
![The majestic Villa Ciani inside Parco Ciani on a sunny spring day]( "Villa Ciani inside Parco Ciani")
The majestic Villa Ciani inside Parco Ciani
Treasure Hunt (Caccia al tesoro)
From Friday through Monday at Ciani Park, a special Easter treasure hunt dedicated to children of all ages will be held. The route in stages will give participants small and tasty surprises along with special opportunity to test themselves. Last departure is at 4:30 pm, and very child will receive a game kit while supplies last.
Location: Ciani Park (Dock)
Date and Timings: 29.03-01.04 | 11:00 - 17:00
Folk music
Join the journey along the traveling musical entertainment with Duo Nostranello, Tirabüscion, the Biagiöö.
Location: City Center
Date and Timings: 29.03-01.04 | 10:00 - 19:00
Entertainment
At the Easter house, kids and adults both will have uninterrupted fun with street animations, traveling toy library with Cooperative Proposal 80, handmade wooden games for the whole family and creative workshops with recycled materials.
Location: Manzoni Square
Date and Timings: 29.03-01.04 | 10:00 - 18:00
![Fontana Mocetti in Piazza Manzoni, Lugano with colourful buildings in the background]( "Fontana Mocetti in Piazza Manzoni, Lugano")
The iconic Fontana Mocetti in Piazza Manzoni, Lugano
Concerts
Castagnola Philharmonic - "Auguri in musica". A program full of musical surprises to celebrate the arrival of spring.
Location: Town Hall Patio
Date and Timings: 30.03 | 17:00
Adventures in safety: children's activities with the Lugano Police
Lugano Municipal Police is hosting an itinerant gymkhana on March 30 for young users, featuring an obstacle course by TCS. Bikes are provided for older kids, and younger ones can bring their own with helmets. On March 31, the police will showcase vehicles, tools, and provide road safety information, answering questions from kids and parents. Organized by Lugano Municipal Police.
Location: Manzoni Square
Date and Timings: 30-31.03 | 10:00 - 18:00
Easter culinary customs in Ticino
At Easter, there are many customs which revolve around food. In Ticino this is no different! From roasted lamb and hard-boiled eggs to the traditional ‘Colomba’ (a dove-shaped cake), there seems to be something tasty and nostalgic around every corner. One thing is for certain, it wouldn’t be Easter without one special Ticino ingredient…Swiss chocolate!
![The popular dessert Colomba pasquale, decorated with blooming branches]( "The popular dessert Colomba pasquale")
The lovely Colomba pasquale, a popular Easter dessert in Ticino
With a fantastic selection of chocolatiers in Lugano, Easter offers the perfect excuse to indulge. The most well-known brands of course are Lindt and Toblerone. If you fancy making a special chocolate-inspired outing, then the most exclusive Swiss chocolatiers in the city are Läderach and Vanini. Shoppers and self-proclaimed chocoholics will be able to purchase a bespoke hand-picked tray of souvenir chocolates!
![Some stands of Swiss chocolate in a shop]( "Stands of Swiss chocolate in a shop")
The perfect souvenir, Swiss chocolates
If you’re staying in Lugano for a long weekend, or are just passing through, you simply must come and soak up the Easter celebrations of ‘Pasqua in Città’.
![The funicular from Lugano city to Monte Brè with the lake and the mountains in the background]( "The funicular from Lugano city to Monte Brè")
The funicular to the sunniest summit near Lake Lugano, Monte Brè
We wish you a very Happy Easter!
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The blooming flowers of Parco Ciani, Lugano
The majestic Villa Ciani inside Parco Ciani 
The lovely Colomba pasquale, a popular Easter dessert in Ticino 
The perfect souvenir, Swiss chocolates 
The funicular to the sunniest summit near Lake Lugano, Monte Brè
