The charm of miniature azaleas returns with the 15th edition of the Satsuki Bonsai Festival 2026, scheduled from Saturday, May 9th to Sunday, May 17th at Crespi Bonsai in Parabiago.
The star of the event will be the spectacular Satsuki, bonsai azaleas, some of which are centuries old, capable of capturing the beauty of a mountain landscape in the height of spring in just a few centimeters.
Over the two weekends, the festival offers a rich calendar of events: lectures, workshops, courses, and demonstrations dedicated to bonsai cultivation techniques and seasonal care. Guided tours of the azalea exhibition and the Crespi Bonsai Museum, which celebrates its 35th anniversary in 2026, will also be included.
Guided Tours
On Saturday, May 9th, Sunday, May 10th, Saturday, May 16th, and Sunday, May 17th, industry experts will guide visitors through the world of Satsuki bonsai: Lorenzo Cassani, Valerio Rigitano, and Gaetano Settembrini.
The star of the event will be the spectacular Satsuki, bonsai azaleas, some of which are centuries old, capable of capturing the beauty of a mountain landscape in the height of spring in just a few centimeters.
Over the two weekends, the festival offers a rich calendar of events: lectures, workshops, courses, and demonstrations dedicated to bonsai cultivation techniques and seasonal care. Guided tours of the azalea exhibition and the Crespi Bonsai Museum, which celebrates its 35th anniversary in 2026, will also be included.
Guided Tours
On Saturday, May 9th, Sunday, May 10th, Saturday, May 16th, and Sunday, May 17th, industry experts will guide visitors through the world of Satsuki bonsai: Lorenzo Cassani, Valerio Rigitano, and Gaetano Settembrini.