Dec 2010 (annual) Alcatraz
Celebrate New Year at Alcatraz, a major Milanese music venue sporting a heavy post-industrial techno-fortress look. A dinner buffet, included in the ticket, and plenty of champagne accompany 12 hours of non-stop music from top DJs. More
27 May 2010 Alcatraz
Gotan Project are a Paris-based group consisting of musicians Philippe Cohen Solal, Eduardo Makaroff and Christoph H Müller. They bring their brand of Nuevo tango to Alcatraz, Milan. More
Jun - Jul 2010 (annual) Villa Arconati
Located on the outskirts of Milan, Villa Arconati Festival was initially dedicated to classical music only but now it welcomes performances across various genres. The villa itself is beautiful, providing the perfect backdrop to summer concerts by outstanding musicians. More
Jun - Sep 2010 (annual) IdroPark
Throughout the summer, Milan's IdroPark, also known as Idroscalo and as Milan's beach, hosts the Idroscalo in Festa initiative, encompassing music, theatre and sporting events. Expect some big names, some free concerts and plenty of people. More
12 Jun 2010 (annual) Parco Esposizioni Novegro
A 12-hour music marathon at Milan's Parco Esposizioni Novegro, the Maximal Festival presents the very best of international techno. Watch some 50 artists from across Europe performing on five stages, join painting workshops or visit the Slow Food Movement stand. More
16 - 17 Oct 2010 (various dates) Parco Esposizioni Novegro
The Vinilmania record fair at the Parco Esposizioni Novegro makes Milan a magnet for record-buffs and collectors from around the globe. Visitors come from as far as Japan to buy and sell their cult LPs and 45s. More
8 Jun 2010 San Siro Stadium
Bombastic 21st-century rock band Muse continue their tour in support of new album, The Resistance. The British trio bring their blistering live show and theatrical prog rock sound to Stade de Suisse, Bern. More
Sep 2010 (annual) Milan
MITO September Music reinterprets classic and contemporary music in the light of multiculturalism. Held simultaneously in Milan and Turin, the festival features more than 200 events by famous composers and musicians along with regional music from around the world. More