Lake Como Design Festival returns in 2026, following the theme Border, which seeks to outline geographical and creative boundaries.

Celebrating its eighth edition, the festival offers a programme of exhibitions, talks, and pop-up shops and cafes.

The event takes place at venues such as Villa del Grumello and Villa Saporiti, with programme highlights including the Contemporary Design Selection, Future in the Past exhibition and In Nature showcase.

Lake Como Design Festival 2026 takes place from 12 to 20 September 2026 at various locations across Como, Italy.