Shows, events and activities in the canton of Vaud this weekend

11:00

Pass Château

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

Musée d'Yverdon et région - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 7.-

Unlock exclusive access: the Pass Château grants free entry to Musée d'Yverdon’s permanent "History Squared" exhibit plus the Robert Piguet show at MuMode—perfect for culture lovers!

Exhibitions and museums

11:00

MuMode

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

MuMode - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 2.-

Discover MuMode: Explore the Parisian fashion legend Robert Piguet’s life and legacy in the new permanent exhibition at Musée d’Yverdon, open Wed-Sun 11am-6pm.

Exhibitions and museums

11:00

Permanent exhibition

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

Musée d'Yverdon et région - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 6.-

Explore Yverdon’s 10,000-year history across four floors! Discover artifacts, urban evolution, and cultural milestones in this immersive permanent museum exhibition. Open Wed-Sun, 11am-6pm.

Exhibitions and museums

14:00

Last chance

Léman Spirits Festival 2026

Friday, 18 September - 14:00

Maison pulliérane à 1009 Pully

From 25.- / 27€

Discover Léman Spirits Festival 2026: A celebration of fine drinks, live music, and lakeside elegance. Immerse yourself in a world of craft cocktails, gourmet pairings, and unforgettable experiences by Lake Geneva.

Leisure activities

18:30

Full

Conférence Isabelle Coupau à Lausanne

Friday, 18 September - 18:30

Salle le cazard (Rue Pré-du-Marché, Lausanne)

From 39€

19:00

Last chance

Projection Colette et Justin de Alain Kassanda

Friday, 18 September - 19:00

Salle du Conseil communal de Vevey

From 0.-

19:00

Last chance

Church weekend

Friday, 18 September - 19:00

Leysin

From 0.-

Join Church Weekend 2025 (Sep 19–22) for an inspiring retreat on "When God Visits Us" with Josh Hamstra, Executive Pastor at V1.

Conferences

19:00

Last chance

Festival des Bals Combiers 2026

Friday, 18 September - 19:00

Cantine du Solliat - Le Chenit

From 5.- / 5€

19:30

Last chance

Une soirée avec Joseph Gorgoni – L'homme derrière Marie-Thérèse Porchet

Friday, 18 September - 19:30

Grande salle Vassin - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 45.-

19:30

Last chance

Ferronnerie du patrimoine bâti et sa restauration/conservation

Friday, 18 September - 19:30

Musée du fer - Vallorbe

From 0.-

Discover the art and science of restoring wrought-iron heritage through expert insights. Learn how to preserve history’s delicate ironwork—key techniques, decay mechanisms, and hands-on case studies. Free, but register now.

Conferences

19:45

Last chance

Biennale In situ 18.09.2026

Friday, 18 September - 19:45

Espace Amaretto - Lausanne

From 10.-

20:00

Croyez moi sur parole !

From Fri, 18 September to Sun, 15 November

Kubus.swiss Cheseaux-sur-Lausanne

From 49.-

Discover "Believe Me—Just Take My Word!" an immersive show blending mentalism and humor to expose manipulation, cults, and blind faith. A thought-provoking dive into truth, meaning, and critical thinking.

Theatre and performing arts

20:00

Last chance

Juste Irena

From Thu, 17 to Fri, 18 September

Casino Théâtre de Rolle

From 0.-

Discover the gripping tale of Irena Sendler—a Polish heroine who saved 2,500 Jewish children during WWII. A haunting fusion of live theater and puppetry reveals her forgotten courage, blending history and fiction in a moving...

Theatre and performing arts

20:00

Full

Redka - Quelle idée

Friday, 18 September - 20:00

La 17ème - Chernex

From 0.-

Discover stand-up comedy at its best with Redka hosting local humorists for an unforgettable night of laughs. Doors open at 7:30 PM—come early and enjoy a fun, unrestricted show!

Humour and comedy

20:00

Last chance

MUSICAL 2026

From Fri, 18 to Sat, 19 September

La Maison de Quartier sous gare - Lausanne

From 15.-

Discover The MUSICAL 2026: a groundbreaking festival of improvised musical comedies in Paris & Lille. Unique in Europe, it blends bold storytelling, live music, and daring performances—don’t miss this must-see show.

Theatre and performing arts

20:30

Last chance

HOMMAGE À JULOS BEAUCARNE

From Fri, 18 to Sat, 19 September

Théâtre du Lézard - Lully (VD)

From 15.-

A poetic concert by legendary trio Zanetti, Rinaldi & Nitchaeff—raw, timeless and deeply moving, celebrating Beaucarne’s vital voice for humanity.

Theatre and performing arts

20:30

Full

C’est une simple histoire… et c’est toute une vie - Hommage à Michel Bühler

Friday, 18 September - 20:30

L'Echandole - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 5.-

Unleash laughter with "Slide suivante!"—a hilarious one-man show by Bertrand Tappy, blending his real-life PowerPoint struggles with sharp wit and improv genius.

Theatre and performing arts

08:00

Full

Couteau Damas

From Sat, 19 September to Fri, 30 October

La Filature secteur Foulage - La Sarraz

From 800.-

Forge a stunning Damascus steel knife from scratch in this 3-day masterclass with artisan Jean-Marie Corona. Learn ancestral techniques—layering, heat-treating, and etching—while crafting your own 11cm blade and handcrafted...

Training courses

09:00

Full

Initiation à la forge pour et par les femmes

From Sun, 6 to Sat, 19 September

Musée du fer - Vallorbe

From 300.-

Discover the art of blacksmithing in this empowering women-only workshop. Learn timeless techniques like shaping and forging under expert guidance—fire, hammer, and passion await!

Training courses

09:00

Last chance

Vente de figuiers

Saturday, 19 September - 09:00

Jardin-Forêt d'Eric - Arzier-Le Muids

From 0.-

09:30

Full

Fabriquer son set à feu primitif

Saturday, 19 September - 09:30

Bonvillars

From 50.- / 50€

Master the ancient art of friction fire-starting! Learn to craft a primitive fire set—from foraging tools to igniting embers—through hands-on forest workshops and hands-on practice. Perfect for survivalists and nature lovers.

Workshops and courses

11:00

Pass Château

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

Musée d'Yverdon et région - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 7.-

Unlock exclusive access: the Pass Château grants free entry to Musée d'Yverdon’s permanent "History Squared" exhibit plus the Robert Piguet show at MuMode—perfect for culture lovers!

Exhibitions and museums

11:00

MuMode

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

MuMode - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 2.-

Discover MuMode: Explore the Parisian fashion legend Robert Piguet’s life and legacy in the new permanent exhibition at Musée d’Yverdon, open Wed-Sun 11am-6pm.

Exhibitions and museums

11:00

Permanent exhibition

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

Musée d'Yverdon et région - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 6.-

Explore Yverdon’s 10,000-year history across four floors! Discover artifacts, urban evolution, and cultural milestones in this immersive permanent museum exhibition. Open Wed-Sun, 11am-6pm.

Exhibitions and museums

Dès 11:00

Last chance

Spectacle - A la recherche du Magicien d'Oz

From Sat, 19 to Mon, 21 September

Château de Vullierens

From 30.-

Step into Oz and help Dorothy find her way home in this enchanting, interactive adventure for all ages—where the audience shapes the magic! A must-see immersive show for families (ages 5+).

Culture and shows

16:30

Last chance

FIFALP On Tour 2026 - Session 1

Saturday, 19 September - 16:30

CinEden - cinéma de Château-d'Oex

From 12.-

How can one sum up the diversity and richness of FIFALP, which this year screened more than 60 films from a dozen countries in Les Diablerets? The answer lies in two exceptional screenings in Château-d’Oex!

Festivals

16:30

Full

Biennale In situ 19.09.2026

Saturday, 19 September - 16:30

Espace Amaretto - Lausanne

From 10.-

18:30

Last chance

20 years Tchiki duo with Mallet Collective

Saturday, 19 September - 18:30

Abbatiale de Payerne

From 0.-

Immerse yourself in Canto Ostinato by Mallet Collective—20 years of Tchiki Duo’s groundbreaking marimba and vibraphone fusion, blending tradition with bold innovation at Abbatiale de Payerne. A must-see for percussion lovers.

Concerts

20:00

Last chance

MUSICAL 2026

From Fri, 18 to Sat, 19 September

La Maison de Quartier sous gare - Lausanne

From 15.-

Discover The MUSICAL 2026: a groundbreaking festival of improvised musical comedies in Paris & Lille. Unique in Europe, it blends bold storytelling, live music, and daring performances—don’t miss this must-see show.

Theatre and performing arts

20:00

Last chance

FIFALP On Tour 2026 - Session 2

Saturday, 19 September - 20:00

CinEden - cinéma de Château-d'Oex

From 12.-

How can one sum up the diversity and richness of FIFALP, which this year screened more than 60 films from a dozen countries in Les Diablerets? The answer lies in two exceptional screenings in Château-d’Oex!

Festivals

20:30

Last chance

HOMMAGE À JULOS BEAUCARNE

From Fri, 18 to Sat, 19 September

Théâtre du Lézard - Lully (VD)

From 15.-

A poetic concert by legendary trio Zanetti, Rinaldi & Nitchaeff—raw, timeless and deeply moving, celebrating Beaucarne’s vital voice for humanity.

Theatre and performing arts

20:30

Last chance

Chorar de Rir

Saturday, 19 September - 20:30

Salle Marive, Yverdon-les-Bains

From 20.-

21:00

Last chance

CHELAN

Saturday, 19 September - 21:00

LES CAVES - Versoix

From 10.-

08:00

Last chance

La croisière tricot - Lausanne-Ouchy

Sunday, 20 September - 08:00

Lausanne-Ouchy

From 180.-

11:00

Pass Château

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

Musée d'Yverdon et région - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 7.-

Unlock exclusive access: the Pass Château grants free entry to Musée d'Yverdon’s permanent "History Squared" exhibit plus the Robert Piguet show at MuMode—perfect for culture lovers!

Exhibitions and museums

11:00

MuMode

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

MuMode - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 2.-

Discover MuMode: Explore the Parisian fashion legend Robert Piguet’s life and legacy in the new permanent exhibition at Musée d’Yverdon, open Wed-Sun 11am-6pm.

Exhibitions and museums

11:00

Permanent exhibition

From Sun, 9 August to Sat, 3 October

Musée d'Yverdon et région - Yverdon-les-Bains

From 6.-

Explore Yverdon’s 10,000-year history across four floors! Discover artifacts, urban evolution, and cultural milestones in this immersive permanent museum exhibition. Open Wed-Sun, 11am-6pm.

Exhibitions and museums

Dès 11:00

Last chance

Spectacle - A la recherche du Magicien d'Oz

From Sat, 19 to Mon, 21 September

Château de Vullierens

From 30.-

Step into Oz and help Dorothy find her way home in this enchanting, interactive adventure for all ages—where the audience shapes the magic! A must-see immersive show for families (ages 5+).

Culture and shows

12:00

Tavolata - la tablée conviviale

From Sun, 20 September to Sun, 11 October

Château de Vullierens

From 0.-

Join us for Tavolata, a convivial Sunday luncheon with stunning lake views or in our new covered space. Authentic seasonal cuisine, shared moments, and CHF 89 including garden entry—limited seats, book fast!

Leisure activities

14:00

Last chance

Promenade botanique à Versoix

Sunday, 20 September - 14:00

Cabane des Bûcherons, Bois des Douves - Versoix

From 0.-

16:00

Full

ZUZA, spectacle itinérant, tout public dès 4 ans

Sunday, 20 September - 16:00

Les Caves - Versoix

From 0.-