Aperitivo in Ticino Events

Aperitivo in Ticino is one of the most popular and enjoyable ways to meet new people in a relaxed and social setting. Inspired by the Italian aperitivo tradition, our monthly aperitivo events in Ticino bring together internationals and locals for drinks, light food, and genuine conversation.

This is our main social event of the month and often the first event people attend when they want to meet others in Ticino. The atmosphere is lively, friendly, and welcoming, with many participants joining alone and leaving having met new people.

If you are looking for a fun, low-pressure way to socialize, aperitivo is often the easiest and most natural starting point.

Upcoming Aperitivo in Ticino Events in Ticino

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Aperitivo events in Lugano and across Ticino

Most of our aperitivo events currently take place in Lugano, with occasional events organized in other parts of Ticino.

These aperitivo meetups attract:

  • Internationals living in Ticino

  • Newcomers who want to build a social life

  • Long-term residents

  • Locals curious to meet people from different cultures

You don’t need to know anyone beforehand.
You don’t need to be “good at networking.”

Many people come alone - that is completely normal at our aperitivo events.

What makes this aperitivo special?

This is not just “drinks at a bar.”

Our aperitivo in Ticino is intentionally designed as a social experience, especially for people who want to meet others without awkwardness.

What people usually notice:

  • A friendly, happy atmosphere

  • A good mix of locals and internationals

  • People open to conversation and meeting new faces

  • Hosts who welcome guests and help break the ice

  • Enough people to feel lively, but not overwhelming

It is social, fun, and easy - even if it’s your first time.

How the monthly aperitivo works

Each aperitivo event may vary slightly depending on the venue, but the structure is simple and familiar:

  • Arrival and welcome by a host

  • Ordering drinks and aperitivo snacks

  • Natural conversations in small and changing groups

  • People moving, joining new conversations, and meeting others

  • Optional continuation after the official aperitivo

You can stay for a short time or for the entire evening.
There is no fixed program and no pressure.

Who usually comes to the aperitivo?

Aperitivo events in Ticino are ideal if you:

  • Want to meet people in Ticino in a natural way

  • Prefer social events over formal networking

  • Enjoy relaxed evenings with conversation and drinks

  • Are new to the area and want an easy first event

  • Want to expand your social circle beyond work or nationality

Many attendees describe aperitivo as the easiest and most fun social event in Ticino.

More than a drink: a social anchor

For many people, aperitivo becomes more than a one-time event.

It often turns into:

  • A monthly social ritual

  • A place where friendships start

  • A gateway to discovering other events in Ticino

  • A way to feel part of the local community

If you enjoy aperitivo, you may also like our other social events in Ticino or explore all upcoming events in Ticino.