Shows, events and activities in Switzerland

Une nuit à Berlin- Cabaret la comédie musicale en concert

From Fri, 11 to Sun, 13 September

Théâtre de Marens - Nyon

From 25.-

Concert-Famille: Disney & Comédie Musicale

Saturday, 5 September - 17:00

Salle communale de Cologny

From 0.-

A magical family concert blending Disney classics and Broadway hits with rising star Virginia Sirolli and pianist Evaristo Pérez—pure joy for all ages.

Classical music

Déambulation musicale à Cologny

Sunday, 6 September - 14:00

Salle communale de Cologny

From 0.-

Family-friendly concert for ages 5+ featuring Youyou & Zoey Chang on piano duo and Miriflu Engeler as narrator. Discover Prokofiev’s "Petra and the Wolf," a playful twist on the classic tale.

Classical music

Dogfight - La Comédie Musicale

From Sat, 25 July to Sun, 2 August

Scène Caecilia - Geneva

From 20.-

Discover "Dogfight," a gripping 1960s musical where Eddie’s cruel game turns into a life-changing night. Raw, emotional, and thought-provoking.

Theatre and performing arts

Les Jardins Musicaux aux 80 ans de Schwab-System

Friday, 21 August - 18:00

Schwab-System - Gampelen

From 12.-

Over

Hôpital Charlemagne, La comédie musicale

Sunday, 28 June - 13:00

Théâtre Barnabé - Servion

From 15.-

Adult musical groups showcase their year-end finale at Hôpital Charlemagne. Two performances at 1 PM & 6 PM featuring talented singers and dancers.

Theatre and performing arts

Trio Ernest – Brunch musical

Sunday, 15 November - 11:00

Floky la Loutre - Geneva

From 0.-

Enjoy a musical brunch with Trio Ernest at Flocky la Loutre! Sip coffee and savor gourmet treats while listening to a classical duo—soprano Amélia Feuer and harpist Laudine Dard. Perfect start to your Sunday.

Concerts

La Nuova Musica

Sunday, 12 July - 17:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover Baroque Italian masterpieces with La Nuova Musica—Haendel’s timeless oratorio Il trionfo del Tempo performed by stellar singers and conductor David Bates. A breathtaking evening of classical brilliance.

Concerts

Concours National d’Exécution Musicale

From Thu, 22 to Fri, 23 October

L'Abeille - Riddes

From 0.- / 0€

Last chance

Le Pot Pour Rire

Tuesday, 30 June - 20:30

Théâtre Le Monique - Le P'tit Music Hohl - Vernier

From 15.-

Full

11 La Ruée vers l'Or

Sunday, 23 August - 17:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Experience Chaplin’s iconic Gold Rush with live orchestral music! A silent film masterpiece meets the magic of Orchestre des Jardins Musicaux under Valentin Reymond’s direction. Comedy, poetry, and unforgettable visuals await.

Concerts

7 Piccolo Saxo

Saturday, 22 August - 16:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Discover the whimsical world of Piccolo Saxo, André Popp’s beloved musical tales for all ages—where a comic actor and orchestra bring stories to life with playful energy and timeless charm. Perfect for families and curious minds!

Concerts

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!

Concerts

Full

16 La 9ᵉ

Friday, 28 August - 19:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Beethoven’s iconic 9th Symphony unfolds at 19:00—a breathtaking fusion of orchestra, choir, and soloists under Adriano Giardina and Valentin Reymond. Experience the Ode to Joy’s timeless call to unity.

Concerts

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

6 Piccolo Saxo

Saturday, 22 August - 14:30

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

A whimsical musical adventure for all ages based on André Popp’s beloved Piccolo Saxo—where Laurent Sandoz brings to life charming stories with orchestra and playful storytelling.

Concerts

15 Les Attentives

Thursday, 27 August - 21:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Discover Shostakovich’s haunting 14th Symphony—a poetic, defiant masterpiece blending Lorca, Apollinaire, and Rilke. Soprano Clara Meloni and bass Grzegorz Różycki perform with Orchestre des Jardins Musicaux under Valentin...

Concerts

Full

1 La 9ᵉ

Wednesday, 19 August - 20:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Experience the transcendent power of Beethoven’s 9th Symphony—a masterpiece blending choir, soloists, and orchestra in Schiller’s Ode to Joy. A night of unity and artistic brilliance at 20:00.

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Full

20 La 9ᵉ

Sunday, 30 August - 17:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Experience Beethoven’s immortal 9th Symphony at 17:00—where choir, orchestra, and soloists unite in Schiller’s Ode to Joy for a transcendent celebration of unity and art.

Concerts

Last chance

Nos vies de couloir

Saturday, 4 July - 20:00

Théâtre Barnabé - Servion

From 15.-

Discover Nos vies de couloir: a vibrant musical comedy performance by young talents from École CÔTÉ COURS. Secure seats together for an unforgettable show.

Theatre and performing arts

Alister et moi - La Compagnie du Carreau

From Fri, 13 to Sat, 28 November

CO Sarine Ouest / Avry-sur-Matran

From 20.-

Full

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

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

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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Nearly full

4 Peer Gynt

Friday, 21 August - 19:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Discover a gripping concert with Ligeti’s playful Bagatelles, Sciarrino’s eclectic Quintettino, Aho’s vibrant wind quintet, and Grieg’s iconic Peer Gynt Suite—performed by Ensemble Ouranos. A mesmerizing blend of tradition and...

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Full

Bal(l)ades… 5bis Du Rêve à la Rigueur

Saturday, 22 August - 11:00

Engollon - Val-de-Ruz

From 12.-

Discover Ravel’s dreamlike String Quartet in F and Prokofiev’s bold String Quartet No. 1—plus a rare 19th-century public weighbridge in rural Engollon. Two ways to attend: morning heritage tour + concert or concert-only.

Concerts

9 L'Hameçon

Sunday, 23 August - 10:30

Champ-du-Moulin salle des fêtes - Rochefort

From 12.-

Discover a captivating concert featuring Garth Knox’s masterful performances on viola d’amore and alto, blending ancient and contemporary works. Exclusive RTS recording—don’t miss this rare musical journey.

Concerts

8 UBU

Saturday, 22 August - 19:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Discover the surreal and satirical "8 UBU" – a bold fusion of Igor Stravinsky’s piano concerto and Alfred Jarry’s Ubu Roi, reimagined with Bernd Alois Zimmermann’s darkly comic ballet music.

Concerts

Full

Bal(l)ades… 5 Du Rêve à la Rigueur

Saturday, 22 August - 09:00

Engollon - Val-de-Ruz

From 12.-

Experience the magic of classical music with Quatuor Solem performing Ravel’s radiant Quatuor en fa majeur and Prokofiev’s bold 1st Quartet—a journey from dream to rigor. Optional: Discover a rare 19th-century public...

Concerts

Verlaine en prison

From Fri, 5 to Sat, 6 March

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover the poetic soul of Verlaine through immersive theatre as he recounts his prison experiences with raw emotion and artistic brilliance.

Theatre and performing arts

Salut Salon "HEIMAT "

Saturday, 3 October - 20:30

Salle des Fêtes de Troinex

From 10.-

Discover the legendary return of four world-class virtuosos at "HEIMAT"—a breathtaking concert after 10 years. A rare privilege not to be missed!

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Nearly full

17 L'Amour Sorcier

Friday, 28 August - 21:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Experience the magic of Iberian music with Ensemble Bayona’s mesmerizing concert. Boccherini’s vibrant Ritirata meets Falla’s haunting L’Amour Sorcier, featuring flamenco cantaora Mariola Membrives. A spellbinding fusion of...

Concerts

Marc - Julien Andujar

From Thu, 29 to Fri, 30 April

Usine à Gaz - Salle 2 - Nyon

From 15.-

Discover "Feu au lac!"—a dynamic puppet show by Noé Forissier & Lou Golaz revealing forgotten Swiss labor uprisings. Vivid storytelling with archival clips and live music for ages 12+.

Theatre and performing arts

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!

Concerts

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

Blønd and Blönd and Blónd "DØMÅJ -"

Friday, 2 October - 20:30

Salle des Fêtes de Troinex

From 10.-

Blønd and Blønd return with their wild, irreverent new show – sharp wit meets chaotic charm. A hilarious take on today’s world, packed with creativity and absurdity.

Humour and comedy

The show must go on !

From Wed, 28 April to Sun, 2 May

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 10.-

Sharp satire meets musical theatre as artists scramble for funding in a hilarious, heartfelt comedy inspired by Goldoni’s The Impresario of Smyrna.

Theatre and performing arts

Queens

From Sat, 19 to Sun, 20 September

Cinéma-théâtre d'Onex-Parc

From 20.-

Discover an electrifying night of live music with Queens—where powerful vocals and iconic hits light up the stage. Don’t miss this unforgettable concert experience!

Concerts

Neverland

From Sat, 5 to Sun, 6 September

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 14.-

Escape into a surreal world of theater where imagination knows no bounds. Neverland blends storytelling, music and live art for an unforgettable experience.

Theatre and performing arts

13 Giselle

Wednesday, 26 August - 19:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Experience the mesmerizing ballet Giselle reimagined through actress-dancer Samantha van Wissen’s spellbinding performance, blending classic music and poetic storytelling in a joyful, innovative spectacle.

Concerts

Nearly full

2 UBU

Thursday, 20 August - 19:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 0.-

A surreal concert blending Stravinsky’s piano concerto with Jarry’s Ubu Roi and Zimmermann’s satirical orchestral feast—live at 19:00, streamed by RTS.

Concerts

Nearly full

3 Visionnaire

Thursday, 20 August - 21:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Live concert by Quatuor Talich featuring Beethoven’s explosive Grande Fugue, Bartók’s haunting Sixth Quartet, and Mendelssohn’s lyrical finale. Recorded live by RTS—intense, visionary string mastery at 21:00.

Concerts

5 I Hate New Music

Friday, 21 August - 21:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

A sharp, hilarious one-woman show where soprano Sarah Defrise smashes modern music myths—Berio, Cage & more—with wit and dazzling vocal skill. Perfect for skeptics who’ll leave converts!

Concerts

10 L'Hameçon

Sunday, 23 August - 13:30

Champ-du-Moulin salle des fêtes - Rochefort

From 12.-

Live concert featuring Garth Knox’s breathtaking performance of L’Hameçon (2026 premiere) alongside Marais’ Les Folies d’Espagne and modern works. A rare fusion of baroque and contemporary masterpieces.

Concerts

12 Giselle

Tuesday, 25 August - 19:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Dive into a joyful, poetic reinterpretation of Giselle with dancer Samantha van Wissen, blending humor and heart. A fresh take on a classic ballet—live music, storytelling, and François Gremaud’s signature wit.

Concerts

14 Trames

Thursday, 27 August - 19:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Discover 14 Trames: a mesmerizing fusion of live jazz, electronic beats, and retro-projected shadow art. Nicolas Gurtner, Felix Fivaz, and Nathan Jucker redefine music and visuals in an immersive concert at 19:00.

Concerts

18 Dona Nobis Pacem

Saturday, 29 August - 17:00

Neuchâtel - Centre Dürrenmatt

From 12.-

Experience the haunting beauty of Galina Ustvolskaya’s radical symphonies and chamber works at Centre Dürrenmatt. A rare concert of austere, visionary music by a Soviet avant-garde genius—followed by an exhibition visit.

Concerts

19 Couleurs de l'Aube

Saturday, 29 August - 19:00

Grange aux Concerts - Cernier

From 12.-

Discover the mesmerizing "19 Couleurs de l'Aube," a rare concert featuring Mathias Spahlinger’s avant-garde work Farben der Frühe for seven pianos, performed by exceptional artists under Lennart Dohms.

Concerts

Notre-Dame De Paris

From Fri, 21 May to Sun, 6 June

Théâtre des Abeilles - La Chaux-de-Fonds

From 10.-

Young artists from Evaprod (ages 11-16) bring the iconic Notre-Dame de Paris musical to life with powerful vocals, dramatic emotion and collective energy. A fresh, moving retelling of Hugo’s tale.

Theatre and performing arts

Kósmos !

Thursday, 17 December - 19:30

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 10.-

Unlock the magic of live theatre with Kósmos ! A mesmerizing fusion of performance and art that redefines stage storytelling—don’t miss this electrifying experience in live arts.

Theatre and performing arts

Noël à Broadway

Monday, 21 December - 19:30

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 10.-

Step into the festive magic of Broadway this holiday season! Join us for a dazzling concert blending timeless classics and seasonal charm under the lights.

Concerts

Le Journal intime de Bernstein

Wednesday, 17 March - 19:30

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 10.-

Discover Bernstein’s intimate diary through music—explore his compositions and creative journey in this captivating classical recital blending passion and storytelling. A must for music lovers.

Classical music

Musiques Interdites

From Tue, 22 to Wed, 23 September

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 15.-

Explore the forbidden sounds of Musiques Interdites—a bold concert celebrating censored music across eras and genres. Discover hidden gems and powerful stories through unforgettable performances.

Concerts

Les yeux qui grattent

From Wed, 26 to Thu, 27 August

Cinéma Sirius - Châtel-Saint-Denis

From 20.-

Cie Mise à Feu - DIVA Syndicat

Wednesday, 25 November - 20:00

Espace Vélodrome - Plan-les-Ouates

From 10.-

Discover the electrifying performance of Cie Mise à Feu’s DIVA Syndicat—a bold blend of theatre and physical art that challenges norms and ignites passion.

Theatre and performing arts

Hansel et Gretel (dès 6 ans)

From Sat, 27 to Sun, 28 February

La julienne - Plan-les-Ouates

From 10.-

Join Hansel & Gretel, a magical tale for kids 6+! Discover enchanting adventures with fairy-tale charm, perfect for young imaginations and family fun.

Family

Plume

Sunday, 14 March - 11:00

Le Manège - Onex

From 8.-

Fabuleux !

Sunday, 24 January - 16:00

Salle Communale - Onex

From 15.-

Unveil a fun-filled family day with Migros Cultural Fund! Join us for interactive activities, creative workshops, and joyful moments for all ages—perfect for quality time with loved ones.

Family

Track Attack

Sunday, 25 April - 16:00

Salle Communale - Onex

From 15.-

Seasons

From Sun, 22 to Tue, 24 November

La Cité Bleue - Geneva

From 5.-

Discover the magic of live theatre this season—where stories come alive on stage for unforgettable performances blending art and emotion.

Theatre and performing arts