Summer is getting closer and, with the arrival of warmer weather, Milan’s event calendar is becoming increasingly packed. That’s why you shouldn’t miss the sunny days of the weekend and take advantage of everything the city has to offer. Between outdoor events, cultural initiatives and leisure activities, if you don’t have plans yet or are looking for inspiration, nss edicola’s weekly column is here to help.
Here are 5 things to do in Milan this weekend.
To Eat - Sidewalk Kitchens
This year, Sidewalk is partnering with Identità Golose, Italy’s leading street food fair. Together, they have created a space where gourmet street food becomes an experience, supported by a rich programme of events. On Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, lunchtime will feature a pop-up by GIZA, while dinner will mark the highly anticipated return of Salumeria Malinconico. Plus, all the resident kitchens you already know and love will be there. And if you don’t know them yet, this is the perfect opportunity to discover them.
Via Bonvesin de la Riva, 3
To Chill - “Identità Milano” Next Gen Lab 2026
On Sunday, June 7, nss edicola will be a media partner of the 2026 edition of Next Gen Lab, a terrace dedicated to gourmet street food and emerging urban food cultures, curated by Sidewalk Kitchens. The line-up showcases the new generation of urban cuisine, featuring Verde, Totost, Longoni, L’Altro Tramezzino, Chuck’s, Malinconico, Tofu Lab by Dalle:8 and Pantera. Next Gen Lab is the perfect place to stop by, taste, meet people and experience Identità Milano beyond the conference halls. To secure your spot and make sure you don’t miss out, reservations are now open on The Fork.
Allianz Milano, Gate 7
To Discover - Skate & Surf Film Festival
The Skate & Surf Film Festival will celebrate its tenth anniversary with a special 10th Year Edition spanning three stops: Milan, Vicopisano and Trieste. The Milan edition will kick off on June 7 at the Piccolo Teatro Strehler with the premiere of Now Days powered by Red Bull, dedicated to contemporary women’s surfing. The programme will continue with the documentaries Antarctica Domain One and No Place Like Home by René Olivo. Outside, the steps of Largo Greppi will host a series of skateboarding events featuring Juter Skateboarding, the Brooklyn Skateboarding Tour Contest and the Red Bull Highest Ollie. In short, it’s an unmissable event for anyone looking to feel part of a vibrant community.
Largo Greppi, 1
To Shop - Libet
Libet is the “buy-back bookstore”, offering a selection of used books only. Visitors can browse, hunt for bargains, search for out-of-print or rare editions, or find an original gift for someone special. It’s a place to wander through and get lost in, with the promise of discovering unexpected publishing gems.
Via Terraggio, 21
To Party - Visa Soccer Village - “Party Like a Deejay”
nss sports invites everyone on June 6 and 7 to Parco Sempione in Milan, inside the Visa Soccer Village at Party Like a Deejay, where a dedicated area celebrating the world’s most popular sport will be set up. Throughout the two-day event, visitors can enjoy a packed schedule of activities and special guests, helping turn the occasion into a true celebration of football and much more. On Saturday, June 6, Tommaso Conte will be there from 4:00 PM, while on Sunday, June 7, Gabriel Lopes will be welcoming visitors from 12:00 PM.
Parco Sempione
