5 things to do in Milan this weekend From October 31 to November 2

The Halloween weekend has arrived and the city of Milan is getting ready to host numerous themed events. The grey weather of this weekend, together with the early darkness and low temperatures, is perfect for spreading the mysterious atmosphere typical of this holiday. After a week full of commitments and a race against time to find this year’s costume, some people may not have had the time to plan their days off. nss magazine returns with its column 5 things to do in Milan to give you some advice on how to spend the weekend.

To Eat - Street

Street Smash Burger, the Portuguese hamburger chain born in Lisbon in 2024, has recently decided to open as many as three locations in the Milanese metropolis. The basic idea of the restaurant is very simple: the goal is to bring the classic hamburger back to the post-industrial tables that characterize the minimalist environment. The menu, limited precisely to stay consistent with the simple brand identity, offers only three burgers, from the most classic to the typical smash burger with bacon. The tasty sides and numerous sauces are perfect to accompany your meal. For those who want a carefree lunch break at a price in line with the city, Street is the perfect place.

Via de Amicis 9, Corso Magenta 34, Corso Garibaldi 117

To Chill - Si Ma

Hidden inside a tiny townhouse on Corso di Porta Vigentina is a venue unlike any other. Spread across three floors, Si Ma offers different ways to drink and dine, from sipping a cocktail overlooking the street to private dinners accompanied by backgammon matches. Si Ma gives guests a space to have fun together, all within a strong British atmosphere.

Corso di Porta Vigentina, 12

To Shop - Ecoalf

In the heart of CityLife, in Piazza Gae Aulenti, you can find the first flagship store of Ecoalf, a Spanish brand founded in 2009. The store’s mission is to offer clothing and accessories for all genders, made with recycled fabrics, yet with excellent quality and an innovative design. The monochromatic space, which characterizes the store, keeps the focus on the original materials used to create the garments: from discarded fishing nets to post-industrial fabrics. The environment is also decorated with a series of portraits of the project’s founders, committed to the mission of cleaning the Mediterranean Sea, precisely to remind visitors of the brand’s goal: ensuring circularity within the fashion industry.

Piazza Gae Aulenti, 6

To Discover - Pirelli Hangar Bicocca

Since October 11, Pirelli Hangar Bicocca has been hosting This Will Not End Well, the first retrospective dedicated to Nan Goldin as a filmmaker. The exhibition opens with a sound installation that guides visitors inside Goldin’s village, where each room is dedicated to a single work. Admission to the exhibition is free and the online booking allows you to choose the time slot for your visit.

Via Chiese, 2

To Party - MOGO + LOFT

For Halloween night, MOGO and LOFT have organized a DJ set featuring Tamburi Neri and Nicola Mazzetti. From 8 pm, MOGO will offer a dinner with seasonal dishes, accompanied by an Asian touch. The event will continue at 10 pm with the opening of Italo Deviance and Maono. From 11 pm, the party will move to LOFT to dance until late at night. Entry can be purchased on Dice.fm

Via dell’Aprica, 12