Program 2026
The musical worlds of classicAscona
Classical concerts of the highest caliber and international appeal, outstanding artistic venues and the promotion of new generations combine to create a festival of international caliber.
Concerti d’Eccellenza
These are the highlights of the festival. Stars of the music scene perform in Ascona and Locarno: soloists, orchestras, choirs, and ensembles give the festival an international scope.
19 concerts in the Church of Collegio Papio in Ascona, San Francesco in Locarno and other churches in the region.
Terra d’Artisti – Sehnsucht Ticino
For centuries, Ticino, and in particular Locarno, has attracted artists from all disciplines. In interdisciplinary events held at iconic locations across the region, we aim to explore this sense of fascination through various themes.
These are 7 side events, for a maximum of 50-70 spectators. Their venues: Monte Verità, Brissago Islands, Castello Visconteo, Mario Botta Church in Mogno, Bordei.
classicAscona academy & Next Generation
Young professionals, ambitious amateurs, children, and youth participate in the classicAscona academy. In close cooperation with Ticino’s educational institutions, master classes and workshops are offered, with the results presented to the public as part of the Academy Concerts.
14 free Academy Concerts (registration required). The venues include Sala Sopracenerina, Chiesa dei Santi Pietro e Paolo, Lungolago Ascona, Collegio Papio, and many others.
Artists in residence
- Meeting places:
Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta (Chiesa Nuova), Locarno
- Meeting places:
Chiesa di San Martino, Ronco sopra Ascona
- Meeting places:
Spiaggia Castello del Sole, Padiglione
- Meeting places:
Piazza Lungolago, Ascona
- Meeting places:
Chiesa del Collegio Papio, Ascona
- Meeting places:
Chiesa di S. Maria di Ponte, Brissago
- Meeting places:
Isole di Brissago, Villa Emden
- Meeting places:
Chiesa di Mogno, Vallemaggia
- Meeting places:
Teatro del Gatto, Ascona
- Meeting places:
Castello Visconteo, Locarno
- Meeting places:
Chiesa di Sant’Antonio Abate, Losone -Arcegno
- Meeting places:
Chiesa San Francesco, Locarno
- Meeting places:
Bordei, Chiesa and Osteria Giardino
- Meeting places:
Chiesa dei Santi Pietro e Paolo, Ascona
- Meeting places:
Sala Sopracenerina, Locarno
- Meeting places:
Monte Verità Ascona, swimming pool
- Meeting places:
Collegio Papio, Ascona, Aula Magna
- Meeting places:
Chiostro del Collegio Papio, Ascona [Cloister, Openair].
Presale
from February 1, 2026
Online:
Choose seats directly on the website: classicascona.kulturticket.ch
Payment by Visa, Mastercard, Postcard, Apple Pay, Twint or by invoice by mail or electronically.
Telephonically:
Tel: 0900 585 887 or 0900 KULTUR
Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
CHF 1.20 per minute, from landline (Switzerland)
Languages: German, English, French
Tel: +41 91 759 76 45
Language: Italian
Via e-mail:
Selling points:
throughout Switzerland:
Information at kulturticket.ch
In Ascona:
Tourist Infopoint Ascona, Via Papio 5
Feb. 1-Aug. 11:
Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon
From Aug. 17: Mondays to Fridays
9 a.m. to noon and 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Ticket prices 2026
Symphony and Choral Concerts
Chiesa San Francesco, Locarno
Recital for Chamber Orchestra and Piano
Chiesa Collegio Papio, Ascona
Chamber Music and Vocal Concerts
Special Concerts
Constellazione Giovani
Interdisciplinary Events
Plus incidental expenses*
Academy Concerts
Kostenloser Eintritt (mit Ticket)
Additional Discounts
(exclusively at the evening cashier’s desk and at the counter of the Ascona Tourist Office)
- 50% Musical Youth (active members only)
- 20% CSR Network Two Club
- 20% Ticino Ticket
- 20% CdT Card
Students and apprentices up to age 26 receive a 50 percent discount on all presale tickets.
While seats last, tickets are instead free at the evening box office by presenting a valid student or apprentice card.
Companions of persons with disabilities: 50% discount