5 things to do in Milan this weekend From January 30th to February 1st
January is finally coming to an end: it’s time to leave behind the anxiety of New Year’s resolutions and all those often forced attempts to change your life. We’re entering the short month of February, deeply emotional because of Valentine’s Day and full of hope for spring lovers, which feels closer than ever. If you don’t have anything planned, the nss guide is ready to suggest some places and events to discover this weekend.
Here are, therefore, 5 things to do in Milan this weekend.
To Eat - Ultra
Ultra is the new project by Dom Carella and Fabrizio Margarita, a venue in the Porta Romana district built around the pizza-cocktail pairing. The spaces are minimal, with an industrial and modern style, informal and accessible to everyone. The offering is available every day and allows guests to order a pizza up to half an hour before closing, perfect if you’re craving a late-night bite.
Via Pier Lombardo, 1
To Chill - LA BRUMA
It has just opened in Milan, La Bruma, where bread brings people together and coffee creates space for conversation. La Bruma is a bakery with a café and a small but carefully curated selection of beers and wines. It’s open every day and is the ideal place to enjoy fresh baked goods in an informal and welcoming atmosphere. La Bruma is built on a simple principle: doing things the right way, with care and consistency, every day.
Piazza Vetra, 21
To Discover - Robert Mapplethorpe. The Forms of Desire
The exhibition Robert Mapplethorpe. The Forms of Desire arrives in Milan with a never-before-seen selection of the most iconic, powerful, and unconventional works by the American photographer. The show, set up in the rooms of Palazzo Reale, can be visited from January 29 to May 17, 2026 and is part of the cultural program of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympic Games. Curated by Denis Curti, the exhibition takes the public on a journey through the photographer’s aesthetic research, featuring his nudes distinguished by formal perfection, an Olympic Greek mimesis, where musculature and physical tension stand out.
Palazzo Reale di Milano, Piazza del Duomo, 12
To Shop - Salotto Retori
Salma Rachid chose Via della Spiga, in the heart of the Fashion District, to افتتاح Salotto Retori, the brand’s first global flagship store. The shop is designed as a multifunctional space: a place of culture, celebration of art, connection, and creativity. The architectural project is signed by Massimo Locatelli and hosts the exhibition dedicated to Manuela Navas, titled Chupim, curated by Samuele Visentin. Entering Retori’s flagship store means having the opportunity to discover the new collection Chapter 03 Sentimento and immerse yourself in the brand’s universe, within an architectural and artistic context of great impact.
Via della Spiga, 48
To Party - Hi-Fi Weekends w/ Rich Medina & Turbojazz
If there’s one person to befriend to build a solid and impeccable music culture, it’s without a doubt Rich Medina, who returns to spin his vinyl at Bluesquare on Friday, January 30. Opening the night will be the resident and music director Turbojazz, with his flawless record selection.
Via Tortona, 33
