Rifugio Cuccagna – Cascina Cuccagna x Milano Cortina Olympics

From February 6 to 22, 2026: snow is in the air!

During the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Cascina Cuccagna invites you to enjoy the pleasure of being together outdoors—even in the heart of winter—just like in a mountain refuge after a day on the slopes.

Throughout the Olympic Games you will find:

A photographic exhibition in the garden exploring the relationship between humans and the mountains
The South Courtyard lit up every evening with DJ sets, alongside bar and restaurant offerings inspired by alpine atmospheres
Guided tours in Italian and English to discover the history of the cascina
A special Weekend Bestiale, with two days of activities dedicated to the mountains and winter sports

17 days of skiing holidays in Calvairate-Romana!
Free of charge, accessible to all.

Cascina Cuccagna x Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics

During the Olympic excitement, Cascina Cuccagna presents its urban refuge: a free cultural programme that transforms the cascina into a welcoming space where people can gather and share an authentic mountain atmosphere, right in the heart of the city.

While Milan fills with athletes, visitors and sporting enthusiasm, just steps away from the Olympic Village Cascina Cuccagna becomes the ideal place to experience the spirit of the Games with ease and conviviality. Here, we pretend we’re at high altitude: we warm up with hot chocolate, bombardino or mulled wine, dance to après-ski–style DJ sets, and rediscover the pleasure of being together outdoors—just like in mountain lodges after a day on the slopes.

At Cascina Cuccagna, major events are always an opportunity to build community, not exclude. After all, the best sport of all is being together!

Partner

A project by Cascina Cuccagna and un posto a Milano

In collaboration with Istituto Italiano di Fotografia, Radio Varco Sonoro and Insulti Luminosi

An initiative included in the Cultural Olympiad of Milano Cortina 2026

Full Programme

PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
Beyond the Postcard – The Real Mountain, Between Beauty and Fragility

Friday 6 – Sunday 22 February 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Garden
In collaboration with Istituto Italiano di Fotografia

An exhibition reflecting on the coexistence between human presence and nature: the mountain not only as a sporting backdrop, but as a fragile and precious ecosystem that calls for respect, care and attention. The photographs come from an open call addressed to students.
Opening: Friday, February 6 at 6:00 PM

APRÈS SKI CUCCAGNA

Friday 6 – Sunday 22 February 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | South Courtyard

In collaboration with Radio Varco Sonoro and un posto a Milano

Radio Varco Sonoro is a Milan-based web radio station located at Anteo Palazzo del Cinema. It offers electronic music, house, pop and sounds beyond algorithms, with a focus on discovering new artists. The project values human experience, the contribution of musicians and experts, and builds a lively, interactive music community.

The DJ sets during Après Ski Cuccagna are curated by resident DJs and music curators DJ Baloo (Gabriele Belluzzi)—with house, dance, funky sounds and Afro-Latin roots—and WISEAAC, who explores house, chill and modern grooves through refined and engaging selections. Guest DJs and other performers complete the line-up, updated daily on social media.
Urban après-ski atmosphere and lighting by Insulti Luminosi.

Opening party: February 6 at 6:30 PM – ski/vintage dress code = complimentary glass of sparkling wine.

Special offers at un posto a Milano: €5 draft lager, discounts for guests dressed on theme.
Mountain and Olympic-inspired menu: mulled wine, bombardino, hot chocolate and a daily mountain-style dish curated by chef Nicola Cavallaro.

GUIDED TOURS OF THE CASCINA

Curated by Cascina Cuccagna

Free guided tours of the outdoor spaces of the cascina, including a historical introduction and visits to the courtyard, South Courtyard and vegetable garden, with time for questions and curiosities. Available in Italian and English.

LA DOMENICA BESTIALE E L’EDIZIONE DEL SABATO… AL RIFUGIO

Sabato 14 e domenica 15 febbraio
Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 February
Two days dedicated to the mountains and winter sports: film screenings on sustainability and sport, a crochet workshop, and talks with experts.
Full programme of the Weekend Bestiale available