Apr 2009 (annual) Milan
Around 50,000 participants of all ages, physical abilities and origins take part in Stramilano, Milan's popular international half-marathon, first run in 1972. More
17 - 20 Oct 2008 (annual) Fiera Milano
After the success of previous editions, which attracted more than 20,000 health enthusiasts, the Wellness Spa & Beauty Exhibition returns to the Fiera Milano with stalls and events dedicated to fitness, diet, health treatments and much more. More
Feb 2009 (annual) Parco Esposizioni Novegro
Meet all your favourite characters at Milan's annual Cartoon Festival, held at the Parco delle Esposizioni Norvegno. The event attracts some of the biggest Italian publishing houses, who exhibit a huge variety of print material, video games and short films. More
Apr 2009 (annual) Padiglione Visconti
Pitti Immagine Living, held annually at the Padiglione Visconti in Milan, showcases the best Italian and international creations by up-and-coming designers and long-established companies. More
Sep 2008 (annual) Duomo
Inside the world's largest Gothic cathedral hangs a cross suspended from the chancel roof. Inside this cross is Milan's holiest relic, a nail purportedly from the cross on which Christ died. Except that it doesn't look much like a nail anymore, it looks like the bit of a horsebridle - the Roman Emperor Constantine decided to melt it into riding apparel for his beloved horse. More
Apr 2009 (annual) Fieramilanocity
MiArt is an international modern art fair held at Fieramilanocity. Organised in four main sections: Preview, Modern, Contemporary and Preview, it attracts around 30,000 art lovers and more than 200 exhibitors. More
Sep 2008 (annual) Tennis Corvetto
The Italian Grand Slam for gay and lesbian tennis enthusiasts is organised by ATOMO, the Association of Homosexual Tennis Players. It attracts around 150 players and all games are played on indoor red clay courts. More
18 - 19 Oct 2008 (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. Such is the success of the exhibition that it now takes place three times a year. More
Around 50,000 participants of all ages, physical abilities and origins take part in Stramilano, Milan's popular international half-marathon, first run in 1972. 
Inside the world's largest Gothic cathedral hangs a cross suspended from the chancel roof. Inside this cross is Milan's holiest relic, a nail purportedly from the cross on which Christ died. Except that it doesn't look much like a nail anymore, it looks like the bit of a horsebridle - the Roman Emperor Constantine decided to melt it into riding apparel for his beloved horse. 
