Festival of the East
A journey through the cultures, arts, and flavors of Asia at Brixia Forum
About Festival of the East
The East Invades Brescia
The Festival of the East transforms Brescia's Brixia Forum into a grand gateway to Asia. For two weekends in February, the pavilions in Via Caprera are filled with the cultures, arts, and flavors of the Asian continent, with a major event that attracts visitors from all over Lombardy.
Shows, Dances, and Martial Arts
The program is incredibly rich: traditional shows, folk dances, concerts, martial arts demonstrations, and ritual ceremonies take place throughout the day, from 10 AM to 8:30 PM. Visitors can witness rituals and performances that tell the traditions of Japan, China, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, and many other Asian cultures.
Well-being and Eastern Philosophies
Alongside the shows, a section is dedicated to well-being: workshops and conferences on yoga, meditation, holistic disciplines, and Eastern philosophies offer a more intimate and reflective experience. Treatments and massages are also available, in a journey that unites body and spirit.
Gastronomy and Crafts
The journey also passes through the table: the gastronomic offer ranges from Japanese sushi to spicy Indian dishes, from Thai street food to Chinese sweets. The exhibition areas feature crafts, clothing, musical instruments, incense, tea, and natural products. A multisensory feast that, for a few days, makes Brixia Forum a crossroads of cultures in the heart of Brescia.
Festival of the East — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Festival of the East is held over two weekends, February 14-15 and 21-22, at Brixia Forum in Brescia. From 10 AM to 8:30 PM, the pavilions host shows, folk dances, concerts, martial arts demonstrations, and ritual ceremonies of Asian cultures.
Alongside the shows, workshops and conferences on yoga, meditation, and holistic disciplines, a wide offer of street food and Eastern gastronomy, and large exhibition areas dedicated to crafts and well-being.
Programme Festival of the East 2026
Dates and Times
- Weekends of February 14-15 and 21-22, 2026
- Continuous shows from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM
Shows and Culture
- Traditional shows, folk dances, concerts
- Martial arts demonstrations and ritual ceremonies
- Cultures represented: Japan, China, India, Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, and others
Well-being
- Workshops and conferences on yoga, meditation, holistic disciplines, and Eastern philosophies
- Treatments and massages
Gastronomy and Market
- Japanese sushi, spicy Indian dishes, Thai street food, Chinese sweets
- Exhibition areas with crafts, clothing, musical instruments, incense, tea, and natural products
Highlights Festival of the East 2026
Martial arts, ritual ceremonies, Asian street food, and yoga and meditation workshops.
Prices Festival of the East 2026
Practical information — Festival of the East
Where
Brixia Forum, Via Caprera 5, Brescia.
When
Two weekends in February. Hours 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM.
Tickets
Full price €16, reduced €11 (carers of disabled persons and children aged 8-11). Free for children up to 7 years old and for people with certified disabilities from 80% to 100%. On sale online and at the ticket office at the entrance.
How to get there
Brixia Forum is located in the southwest area of Brescia, reachable by car from the ring road. Brescia is served by the high-speed Milan-Venice line and the A4 motorway.
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Where does it take place — Festival of the East
Brixia Forum
Via Caprera 5, 25125 Brescia