Events in Ticino for Internationals and Locals

Social, Language & Business Events for Internationals and Locals

Discover events in Ticino designed to help you connect The Events in Ticino section brings together social, cultural, language, and business events designed for internationals and locals who want to meet people, build connections, and feel at home in the region. Whether you recently moved to Ticino or have lived here for years, our events offer easy and welcoming ways to connect—without awkwardness, pressure, or needing to know anyone in advance. Most people join events alone. That is completely normal.

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Networking

Brunch

Aperitivo in Ticino

Language Exchange

Practice Italian, English, German and other languages through real conversations. Our language exchange events in Tic...

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What kind of events can you find here?

Our events in Ticino are organized around different interests and goals, so you can choose what fits you best.

Social events in Ticino

Social events are relaxed and informal, focused on conversation and shared experiences.

Typical formats include:

  • Aperitivo meetups

  • Sunday brunches

  • Casual social gatherings

These events are ideal if you want to meet new people naturally and expand your social circle.

👉 Aperitivo in Ticino
👉 Sunday Brunch in Ticino

Aperitivo in Ticino (flagship social event)

Aperitivo is one of the most popular and fun social events in Ticino. Held regularly, it brings together internationals and locals for drinks, light food, and lively conversation in a friendly atmosphere.

It is often the first event people attend when they want to meet others in Ticino.

👉 Aperitivo in Ticino

Language Exchange events in Ticino

Language exchange events help you practice Italian, English, and other languages through real conversation, not classrooms.

They are especially popular with:

  • Newcomers to Ticino

  • People improving Italian for daily life or exams

  • Locals interested in cultural exchange

👉 Link to: Language Exchange in Ticino

Business & networking events in Ticino

Business and networking events are designed for professionals who want to grow their network and create opportunities.

These events are ideal for:

  • Business owners

  • Entrepreneurs and startup founders

  • Freelancers and consultants

  • Investors

They combine a relaxed atmosphere with a clear professional focus.

👉 Business Networking Aperitivo in Ticino


Why people attend our events

People choose our events in Ticino because they offer:

  • A welcoming and inclusive environment

  • Events designed for people coming alone

  • A mix of internationals and locals

  • Clear formats with no pressure

  • Opportunities to build real connections

Many participants attend regularly and use events as a key part of their social or professional life in Ticino.

Events across Ticino

Most events currently take place in Lugano, with additional events occasionally organized in other parts of Ticino.

As the community grows, events continue to expand to new locations across the region.

How to join an event

Each event has its own dedicated page with:

  • Date and time

  • Location details

  • Registration information

You can browse all upcoming events in Ticino or explore specific event categories to find what suits you best.

More than events: a community in Ticino

Events are just one part of what we do.

Internationals in Ticino also offers:

  • Guides to social life in Ticino

  • Practical information for people relocating to Ticino

  • A growing community of internationals and locals

Many people discover the community through events and then stay connected through other activities and resources on the site.

👉 Social life in Ticino
👉 Relocation / Living in Ticino section
👉About Internationals in Ticino

Start exploring events in Ticino

Whether you are looking for:

  • A fun social aperitivo

  • A relaxed Sunday brunch

  • A language exchange

  • A professional networking event

You will find events designed to help you connect, meet people, and feel at home in Ticino.