Shows, events and activities in the canton of Bern

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Net-Zero and more - Eine Einordnung und zirkuläre Lösungsansätze

Thursday, 4 June - 17:30

Zentroom - Bern

From 17.-

Discover how SMEs can meet Switzerland’s net-zero goals with minimal effort through circular economy strategies. Experts share actionable insights and real-world examples at this concise Apéro event in Bern.

Conferences

Camping Back'Up Festival 2026

Saturday, 13 June - 13:30

Camping de Belfond - Tavannes

From 5.-

Experience the ultimate outdoor adventure at Camping Back'Up Festival 2026! Live music, camping under the stars, and unforgettable fun awaits.

Festivals

Playground

Friday, 19 June - 18:00

Stand - Moutier

From 0.-

Playground blends basketball, dance and clownery into a playful, inventive outdoor show. Dynamic movement meets poetry—rain or shine!

Dance

Duo Inscape

Friday, 3 July - 20:00

Centre culturel de la Prévôté - Moutier

From 0.-

Celebrate the season’s end with Duo Inscape—a soulful jazz evening featuring accordionist Camille Tissot and bassist Ethan Borlet-Hote. Intimate live music under the stars (weather permitting)!

Concerts

swiss apitherapy congress - 2026

Friday, 25 September - 11:30

Palais des Congrès à Bienne - Biel/Bienne

From 20.-

Discover the latest in apitherapy at the Swiss Apitherapy Congress 2026—where science meets honey’s healing power. Join experts for groundbreaking research and hands-on insights.

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98ème fête de Lutte du Jura-Bernois, Montoz

Sunday, 9 August - 08:00

La Werdtberg, Reconvillier - La Heutte

From 12.-

Celebrate Swiss wrestling tradition at the 98th Jura-Bernois Fight Festival in Montoz, August 8-9, 2026. A thrilling event on Werdtberg’s stunning cliffs!

Sport

Le football dans le sport scolaire - Découvre la boîte à outils Kickstart

Wednesday, 19 August - 14:00

Turnhalle Fischermätteli - Bern

From 0.-

Discover Kickstart: Football tools for school PE teachers! Learn exercises, lesson plans, and prep for the UBS Football Cup 2027 with ASF and AFBJ experts.

Sport

Journée Nationale 2026

Saturday, 22 August - 09:45

Huttwil Bahnhof

From 40.-

Discover Switzerland’s unique rail heritage with a special train journey through the Emmental! Explore VHE depot, enjoy scenic rides, and share a warm day with Swiss rail volunteers.

Walks and visits

Oktoberfest UCM - 3ème édition

Saturday, 3 October - 17:30

Societ'halle - Moutier

From 10.-

Drubpön Nawang Rinpoché à Bern / Juin 2026

From Sat, 13 to Sun, 14 June

Haus der Religionen - Bern

From 0.-

Malcolm Braff / Ensemble Contrechamps

Friday, 21 August - 20:00

Abbatiale de Bellelay

From 0.-

Malcolm Braff, jazz-piano virtuoso, improvises solo on piano and historic organ, blending world rhythms with avant-garde depth. Ensemble Contrechamps follows with a contemplative program featuring Arvo Pärt’s iconic works and...

Concerts

A Filetta (mise en bouche: Sha)

Saturday, 22 August - 17:00

Abbatiale de Bellelay

From 0.-

Experience the haunting beauty of Corsican polyphony with A Filetta, then immerse in Sha’s atmospheric saxophone solo—where tradition meets experimental soundscapes. A mesmerizing blend of voice and breath.

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Partial Oberton Chor

Sunday, 23 August - 11:00

Abbatiale de Bellelay

From 0.-

Explore the unique sound of Partial Oberton Chor’s diphonic singing and harmonic experiments blending contemporary, traditional, and experimental music—live in Bellelay.

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Walid Ben Selim & Marie-Marguerite Cano

Sunday, 23 August - 14:15

Abbatiale de Bellelay

From 0.-

A soulful fusion of Sufi poetry and contemporary sound—Walid Ben Selim’s haunting voice and Marie-Marguerite Cano’s harp weave an intimate, mystical concert of ancient traditions and modern harmony.

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Trëi

Saturday, 29 August - 17:00

Abbatiale de Bellelay

From 0.-

Swiss trio Trëi blends folk vocals from diverse cultures in poetic, deeply moving performances. Discover their powerful "One’s for sorrow, two’s for joy" concert—celebrating women’s resilience through haunting songs and...

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Niño de Elche - Cante a lo gitano

Saturday, 29 August - 20:30

Abbatiale de Bellelay

From 0.-

Experience Niño de Elche’s bold reinterpretation of Manuel Torre’s legendary flamenco in Cante a lo gitano—a daring fusion of tradition and innovation with voice and guitar. A must-see for flamenco lovers.

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Kali Malone

Sunday, 30 August - 15:30

Abbatiale de Bellelay

From 0.-

Experience the mesmerizing soundscapes of Kali Malone, a visionary composer redefining organ music through hypnotic harmonics and emotional depth. A rare blend of experimental genius and Stephen O’Malley’s drone mastery.

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Le Moment Baroque et Narcisse: «Arrangements & dérangements»

Friday, 12 June - 20:30

Centre de Culture & de Loisirs - Saint-Imier

From 12.-

Unite Baroque and modern slam in a vibrant concert where classical music meets contemporary wordplay for a bold, unexpected fusion of art and performance.

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Gstaad Menuhin Festival avec FoRom écoute

From Sat, 15 to Sun, 16 August

Tente du Festival de Gstaad - Saanen

From 100.-

Experience the magic of classical music at the Gstaad Menuhin Festival with FoRom écoute. Immerse yourself in world-class performances in a breathtaking Alpine setting.

Classical music

Last chance

Erika Stucky’s Ice Orchestra feat. WeSpoke (CH)

Friday, 5 June - 20:00

Tente Usinesonore - La Neuveville

From 0.-

Erika Stucky’s Ice Orchestra blends mesmerizing music with stunning ice sculptures—an unforgettable winter concert like no other. Experience magic where art and sound collide.

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Swiss Mobility Forum

Tuesday, 15 September - 10:00

BERNEXPO/Cube

From 240.-

Network with key players from business, politics, and public sectors to explore sustainable mobility solutions for your company. Boost efficiency, cut costs, and enhance employer appeal.

Conferences

rafaaaafr

Sunday, 21 June - 20:00

Biel - Biel/Bienne

From 0.-

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Sunday, 28 June - 20:00

Biel - Biel/Bienne

From 0.-

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Tuesday, 2 June - 19:00

Biel - Biel/Bienne

From 0.-

Bal(l)ades… 2 Musiques Inouïes

Saturday, 15 August - 14:00

Antenne de Chasseral - Nods

From 12.-

Experience avant-garde percussion with John Cage’s final masterpiece Four4—a mesmerizing live composition blending chance, silence, and raw sound. Join top percussionists at an alpine Swiss setting for a unique auditory journey.

Concerts

Bal(l)ades… 4 Caraïbes

Sunday, 16 August - 11:15

Hangar du 5, Twannberg 5, Lamboing - Plateau de Diesse

From 12.-

Jazz-meets-Caribbean concert by Samuel Blaser & crew featuring roots reggae classics. Choose from 11:15 discovery tour or 14:00 concert—limited spots!

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Bal(l)ades… 7 Les Attentives

Saturday, 29 August - 09:00

Rondchatel - Péry-La Heutte

From 12.-

Explore Shostakovich’s haunting 14th Symphony with soprano Clara Meloni and baritone Grzegorz Różycki, blending Lorca, Apollinaire, and Rilke in a transcendent concert. Pre-event tour of Vigier’s carbon-neutral cement factory...

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Bal(l)ades… 6 La 9ᵉ

Sunday, 23 August - 09:15

St-Imier , salle des spectacles - Saint-Imier

From 12.-

Experience Beethoven’s iconic 9th Symphony with Ensemble La Sestina and Orchestre des Jardins Musicaux at 11:00. Join a morning discovery walk at Musée de Saint-Imier (09:15) for an immersive cultural day. Limited spots!

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Bal(l)ades… 3 Caraïbes

Sunday, 16 August - 10:00

Hangar du 5, Twannberg 5, Lamboing - Plateau de Diesse

From 12.-

Live Caribbean concert with Samuel Blaser & Co. blending reggae roots, ska jazz fusion. Followed by a sensory herb discovery tour on Twannberg’s bio farm—herbs to Ricola sweets!

Concerts

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Bal(l)ades… 1 Musiques Inouïes

Saturday, 15 August - 09:20

Antenne de Chasseral - Nods

From 0.-

Discover hidden sounds with a rare John Cage concert at Swisscom’s iconic Chasseral antenna, blending avant-garde percussion with a guided exploration of this broadcast landmark. Limited early access included.

Concerts

Last chance

Aujourd’hui tu crées la musique d’un film en direct !

Wednesday, 3 June - 15:00

Tente Usinesonore - La Neuveville

From 10.-

Create a film score live with expert musicians! Discover how music brings movies to life in this fun, interactive family workshop for all ages.

Family

2026 National Wind Energy Conference - Suisse Eole

Tuesday, 25 August - 11:45

Rathaus/Hôtel de Ville - Bern

From 150.- / 150€

Discover the future of wind energy at Suisse Eole 2026—expert insights, innovation and networking in Switzerland’s leading renewable energy conference. Shape the energy transition together.

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Bal(l)lade...8 La Ruée Vers l'Or

Sunday, 30 August - 09:00

Tavannes

From 12.-

Live orchestral screening of Gold Rush by Charlie Chaplin with the Orchestre des Jardins Musicaux. A timeless ciné-concert blending humor, music, and vintage charm—don’t miss this iconic silent film experience!

Concerts

Last chance

Ah nos voisins

Saturday, 6 June - 17:00

Devant le Centre culturel de la Prévôté - Moutier

From 0.-

Experience a thrilling immersive street show where actors perform from inside a house—balcony, windows, and beyond—while you watch from outside. A hilarious, poetic clash between neighbors ends in explosive fun!

Theatre and performing arts

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In bocca al lupo

Sunday, 31 May - 18:00

Tente Usinesonore - La Neuveville

From 0.-

Join us for In bocca al lupo, a vibrant celebration of Italian culture, art, and cuisine. Enjoy live performances, authentic flavors, and unforgettable moments under one roof.

Culture and shows

Exposés & Assemblée Générale 2026

Thursday, 25 June - 10:00

Sorell Hotel Ador - Bern

From 0.-

Annual AGM & presentations 2026: Join us for key updates, financial insights, and strategic discussions shaping our future. Members’ voices matter—be part of the decision-making process.

Conferences

Last chance

André Manoukian "Les notes qui s'aiment"

Thursday, 4 June - 20:15

Tente Usinesonore - La Neuveville

From 0.-

André Manoukian’s intimate concert "Les notes qui s'aiment" blends soulful vocals and timeless melodies in a magical evening of love songs. Don’t miss this romantic musical experience.

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Back'Up Festival 2026

Saturday, 13 June - 13:30

Camping de Belfond - Tavannes

From 15.-

Back’Up Festival 2026 brings indie music, bold performances, and an electrifying vibe to the stage—three days of raw talent under the sun. Don’t miss your chance to experience the next big thing in live music.

Festivals