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5 things to do in Milan this weekend

From 6 to 8 October

5 things to do in Milan this weekend From 6 to 8 October

For a couple of weeks now, our 5 Things column has been giving you a foretaste of the autumn cold, yet this one seems to have no desire to arrive in Milan.This Sunday's weather forecast predicts peaks of temperatures that take us back to the summer months, which is why this weekend's suggestions are once again dedicated to the outdoors. For cinema and hot chocolate, we'll have to wait a little longer. Here are 5 things to do in Milan from 6 to 8 October.

Where to eat in Milan - Serra di Quartiere 

An ideal place for Saturday morning brunch, but also for an afternoon snack, Serra di Quartiere is an intimate and well-kept space offering the highest quality ingredients, from artisanal coffees to a selection of wines. From omelets and iced coffees to more complex dishes like duck breast with potatoes and desserts, at Serra di Quartiere it's hard to go wrong, whatever time it is.

Via Melzo, 3

Where to visit in Milan - Portanuova Game Fest

From 4 to 8 October, the Portanuova district will be entirely dedicated to video game and entertainment lovers. Organised in Piazza Gae Aulenti and divided into three different areas, dedicated to sessions to play Just Dance, Mario Kart, Playstation EA Sports FC and NINTENDO Switch Sport, Portanuova Game Fest will count on the participation of Emanuel Ceruti, Fut Founders, Ezector, Mattia Zenola and Feforico. For booking game slots, visit the Portanuova Milano app.

Piazza Gae Aulenti

Where to chill in Milan - Fondazione Ica

Fondazione ICA Milano is an institute for all the arts built on the principle of sustainability and relationships between people in relation to art. A non-profit institution dedicated to contemporary arts, the foundation is the perfect visit for a Sunday afternoon, an opportunity to spend a few hours exploring unconventional works ranging from publishing, ceramics, cinema, performance, music, outreach, education and therapy. At the moment, the ICA spaces are hosting the exhibition Leda Catunda. EUFORIA curated by Alberto Salvadori and Camille Henrot & Estelle Hoy. Jus d'Orange curated by Chiara Nuzzi.

Via Orobia, 26

Where to shop in Milan - Ineden

Until 8 October, the pop-up of the emerging Milanese brand Ineden offers an exclusive glimpse into their timeless imagery, a unique opportunity to try on the jewellery of their new collection while listening to good music, and maybe even get tattooed by the artist The Angelis, available at the pop-up on Saturday from 5 to 8 pm.

Via Solferino Angolo Castelfidardo

Where to have fun in Milan - Santeria

This weekend, Santeria and Linoleum present Freequency, a new music festival that will host emerging artists and young musicians from across the continent in a series of evenings that combine the concert and clubbing dimensions.

Viale Toscana, 31,