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End the summer by the shore of Western Europe’s largest lake and discover the lake’s twilight life. As dusk falls the reed beds still shelter nesting birds while early migrants arrive. Stroll into the soft evening light to observe underwater meadows and the heightened activity of fish. This immersive outing blends gentle observation and sensory discovery, offering a chance to connect with the lakeshore landscape and its lively nocturnal atmosphere. Suitable for adults.
An active stretching session that examines mobility, flexibility and postural alignment through guided exercises. The workshop explores dynamic and static stretching techniques, breathing strategies and progressive sequences to improve range of motion, reduce muscle tension and prevent injury. Participants practice practical routines adaptable to different fitness levels and learn principles for integrating stretching into weekly training to enhance recovery and functional movement.
In French.
Variations Musicales de Tannay presents a ten-day classical music festival offering a series of tented concerts featuring invited soloists, chamber ensembles, orchestral projects and family-friendly performances. Programmes range from intimate recitals and chamber music to larger ensemble and orchestral works, with one free family concert aimed at young audiences. Concerts are staged regardless of weather, and the festival emphasizes artistic variety, lyrical expression and accessible programming that invites listeners of all ages into the world of classical music.
JOUBe (Romain Joubert) stages an electro, dance‑driven performance that converts his bicycle into a musical instrument. The live set blends field recordings gathered on the road, intimate testimonies and improvised electronic beats to build a roaming dancefloor experience. Minimalist textures, pulsing rhythms and playful sonic bricolage invite physical movement and collective listening, shifting between introspective passages and euphoric bursts. The project balances technological curiosity with human stories, creating a cinematic, mobile club atmosphere.
Home/Land is a participatory installation inviting reflection on the idea of home through intimate narratives and testimonies from people forced to flee. Visitors move through a miniature epic of audio testimonies, texts and tactile objects, listening, reading and exchanging with others. The work foregrounds memory, loss and the belongings we would choose to carry in an urgent departure, using simple scenography and everyday materials to create a sensitive, poetic experience.
Led by Simone Aubert’s live music, this circus-music piece features acrobats for whom aerial suspension is second nature. Against an original score, performers defy gravity to weave a precise airborne choreography that balances tension and lyricism. The intimate creation (2026) lasts about 30 minutes and is designed for a family audience, suitable from age 3. The presentation blends musical texture and physical poetry without dialogue.
Óliver Laxe’s Sirāt is a hypnotic cinematic journey propelled by electronic pulses and a magnetic soundtrack by Kangding Ray. The film follows a collective adventure where music becomes an agent of attraction, moving between communal euphoria and moments of existential vertigo. Shot with immersive sound design and a patient, sensory camera, it explores desire, identity and the communal power of rhythm. Intense and meditative, Sirāt blends documentary textures and lyrical abstraction to map emotional intensities without conventional narrative anchors.
End the summer by the shore of Western Europe’s largest lake and discover the lake’s twilight life. As dusk falls the reed beds still shelter nesting birds while early migrants arrive. Stroll into the soft evening light to observe underwater meadows and the heightened activity of fish. This immersive outing blends gentle observation and sensory discovery, offering a chance to connect with the lakeshore landscape and its lively nocturnal atmosphere. Suitable for adults.
An active stretching session that examines mobility, flexibility and postural alignment through guided exercises. The workshop explores dynamic and static stretching techniques, breathing strategies and progressive sequences to improve range of motion, reduce muscle tension and prevent injury. Participants practice practical routines adaptable to different fitness levels and learn principles for integrating stretching into weekly training to enhance recovery and functional movement.
In French.
Variations Musicales de Tannay presents a ten-day classical music festival offering a series of tented concerts featuring invited soloists, chamber ensembles, orchestral projects and family-friendly performances. Programmes range from intimate recitals and chamber music to larger ensemble and orchestral works, with one free family concert aimed at young audiences. Concerts are staged regardless of weather, and the festival emphasizes artistic variety, lyrical expression and accessible programming that invites listeners of all ages into the world of classical music.
JOUBe (Romain Joubert) stages an electro, dance‑driven performance that converts his bicycle into a musical instrument. The live set blends field recordings gathered on the road, intimate testimonies and improvised electronic beats to build a roaming dancefloor experience. Minimalist textures, pulsing rhythms and playful sonic bricolage invite physical movement and collective listening, shifting between introspective passages and euphoric bursts. The project balances technological curiosity with human stories, creating a cinematic, mobile club atmosphere.
Home/Land is a participatory installation inviting reflection on the idea of home through intimate narratives and testimonies from people forced to flee. Visitors move through a miniature epic of audio testimonies, texts and tactile objects, listening, reading and exchanging with others. The work foregrounds memory, loss and the belongings we would choose to carry in an urgent departure, using simple scenography and everyday materials to create a sensitive, poetic experience.
Led by Simone Aubert’s live music, this circus-music piece features acrobats for whom aerial suspension is second nature. Against an original score, performers defy gravity to weave a precise airborne choreography that balances tension and lyricism. The intimate creation (2026) lasts about 30 minutes and is designed for a family audience, suitable from age 3. The presentation blends musical texture and physical poetry without dialogue.
Óliver Laxe’s Sirāt is a hypnotic cinematic journey propelled by electronic pulses and a magnetic soundtrack by Kangding Ray. The film follows a collective adventure where music becomes an agent of attraction, moving between communal euphoria and moments of existential vertigo. Shot with immersive sound design and a patient, sensory camera, it explores desire, identity and the communal power of rhythm. Intense and meditative, Sirāt blends documentary textures and lyrical abstraction to map emotional intensities without conventional narrative anchors.
End the summer by the shore of Western Europe’s largest lake and discover the lake’s twilight life. As dusk falls the reed beds still shelter nesting birds while early migrants arrive. Stroll into the soft evening light to observe underwater meadows and the heightened activity of fish. This immersive outing blends gentle observation and sensory discovery, offering a chance to connect with the lakeshore landscape and its lively nocturnal atmosphere. Suitable for adults.
An active stretching session that examines mobility, flexibility and postural alignment through guided exercises. The workshop explores dynamic and static stretching techniques, breathing strategies and progressive sequences to improve range of motion, reduce muscle tension and prevent injury. Participants practice practical routines adaptable to different fitness levels and learn principles for integrating stretching into weekly training to enhance recovery and functional movement.
In French.
Variations Musicales de Tannay presents a ten-day classical music festival offering a series of tented concerts featuring invited soloists, chamber ensembles, orchestral projects and family-friendly performances. Programmes range from intimate recitals and chamber music to larger ensemble and orchestral works, with one free family concert aimed at young audiences. Concerts are staged regardless of weather, and the festival emphasizes artistic variety, lyrical expression and accessible programming that invites listeners of all ages into the world of classical music.
JOUBe (Romain Joubert) stages an electro, dance‑driven performance that converts his bicycle into a musical instrument. The live set blends field recordings gathered on the road, intimate testimonies and improvised electronic beats to build a roaming dancefloor experience. Minimalist textures, pulsing rhythms and playful sonic bricolage invite physical movement and collective listening, shifting between introspective passages and euphoric bursts. The project balances technological curiosity with human stories, creating a cinematic, mobile club atmosphere.
Home/Land is a participatory installation inviting reflection on the idea of home through intimate narratives and testimonies from people forced to flee. Visitors move through a miniature epic of audio testimonies, texts and tactile objects, listening, reading and exchanging with others. The work foregrounds memory, loss and the belongings we would choose to carry in an urgent departure, using simple scenography and everyday materials to create a sensitive, poetic experience.
Led by Simone Aubert’s live music, this circus-music piece features acrobats for whom aerial suspension is second nature. Against an original score, performers defy gravity to weave a precise airborne choreography that balances tension and lyricism. The intimate creation (2026) lasts about 30 minutes and is designed for a family audience, suitable from age 3. The presentation blends musical texture and physical poetry without dialogue.
Play and explore a world of games in every size and shape. Try self-service board games, giant games, and cozy areas for little ones and teenagers. Join creative workshops, learning sessions and lively shows that invite movement, sound and bright colors. Build, try rules, laugh with others and discover new ways to play together. Tactile pieces, booming drums and colorful cards make each corner feel like an adventure.
Kids ages 0 and up.
Caroline Couteau, director of Éditions Zoé, presents a programme featuring authors Elisa Shua Dusapin, Anne‑Sophie Subilia, Aude Seigne, Jérémie Gindre, Sarah Elena Müller, Raphaëlle Lacord and Catherine Safonoff.
This weekend of readings, performances and writing workshops examines contemporary literary practices rooted in intimate, sensory prose. Presentations explore fragility, childhood, family ties, migration and cultural memory, revealing creative processes and the editorial line of Zoé: precise, restrained writing that illuminates individual trajectories and broader social narratives.
In French.
Pankaj Tiwari weaves memory, testimonies and music into The Harvest of Broken Promises, a politically charged performance that questions how agricultural progress reshapes ecosystems and rural life. Combining storytelling, folk song and myth, Tiwari performs a decolonial ecology that foregrounds farmers’ voices and resilient practices. The work blends sensitive dramaturgy with documentary rigor, creating intimate tableaux that move between lament and hope. A 2026 creation supported by the Delegation of Flanders to Geneva.
Mitsune brings together four musicians wielding the shamisen, blending ancient Japanese folk song with psychedelic textures and rock energy. Powerful vocals, near-ritual rhythms and vivid arrangements transform traditional narratives into a contemporary sonic ritual. Based in Berlin and composed of artists from several countries, the ensemble circulates Japanese traditions through an amplified, visually charged sound. Line-up: Shiomi Kawaguchi (shamisen, shinobue, voice), Youka Snell (shamisen, voice), Daigo Nakai (bass, voice), Petros Tzekos (percussion).
Festi’Terroir is a community food festival celebrating local producers and artisans. Everyone is welcome to meet farmers, artisans, restaurateurs and craft producers, taste regional specialties, and discover sustainable food traditions. Together we share stories, sample products, and support local craftsmanship in a friendly, inclusive atmosphere. Participants will leave with new connections, a deeper appreciation of local flavours, and inspiration to explore Geneva’s culinary heritage.
Organized by the Swiss Refugee Council (OSAR), this traveling project creates a giant book as a meeting space between people who have experienced exile and those who have not. It presents testimonies, images and videos that reveal personal journeys and highlight how solidarity shapes life in Switzerland. The accompanying public programme examines themes of asylum, integration and belonging through exhibitions, music, workshops and culinary events, and invites open exchange to deepen understanding and collective responsibility.
In French.
Home/Land is a participatory installation inviting reflection on the idea of home through intimate narratives and testimonies from people forced to flee. Visitors move through a miniature epic of audio testimonies, texts and tactile objects, listening, reading and exchanging with others. The work foregrounds memory, loss and the belongings we would choose to carry in an urgent departure, using simple scenography and everyday materials to create a sensitive, poetic experience.
Óliver Laxe’s Sirāt is a hypnotic cinematic journey propelled by electronic pulses and a magnetic soundtrack by Kangding Ray. The film follows a collective adventure where music becomes an agent of attraction, moving between communal euphoria and moments of existential vertigo. Shot with immersive sound design and a patient, sensory camera, it explores desire, identity and the communal power of rhythm. Intense and meditative, Sirāt blends documentary textures and lyrical abstraction to map emotional intensities without conventional narrative anchors.
End the summer by the shore of Western Europe’s largest lake and discover the lake’s twilight life. As dusk falls the reed beds still shelter nesting birds while early migrants arrive. Stroll into the soft evening light to observe underwater meadows and the heightened activity of fish. This immersive outing blends gentle observation and sensory discovery, offering a chance to connect with the lakeshore landscape and its lively nocturnal atmosphere. Suitable for adults.
An active stretching session that examines mobility, flexibility and postural alignment through guided exercises. The workshop explores dynamic and static stretching techniques, breathing strategies and progressive sequences to improve range of motion, reduce muscle tension and prevent injury. Participants practice practical routines adaptable to different fitness levels and learn principles for integrating stretching into weekly training to enhance recovery and functional movement.
In French.
Variations Musicales de Tannay presents a ten-day classical music festival offering a series of tented concerts featuring invited soloists, chamber ensembles, orchestral projects and family-friendly performances. Programmes range from intimate recitals and chamber music to larger ensemble and orchestral works, with one free family concert aimed at young audiences. Concerts are staged regardless of weather, and the festival emphasizes artistic variety, lyrical expression and accessible programming that invites listeners of all ages into the world of classical music.
JOUBe (Romain Joubert) stages an electro, dance‑driven performance that converts his bicycle into a musical instrument. The live set blends field recordings gathered on the road, intimate testimonies and improvised electronic beats to build a roaming dancefloor experience. Minimalist textures, pulsing rhythms and playful sonic bricolage invite physical movement and collective listening, shifting between introspective passages and euphoric bursts. The project balances technological curiosity with human stories, creating a cinematic, mobile club atmosphere.
Home/Land is a participatory installation inviting reflection on the idea of home through intimate narratives and testimonies from people forced to flee. Visitors move through a miniature epic of audio testimonies, texts and tactile objects, listening, reading and exchanging with others. The work foregrounds memory, loss and the belongings we would choose to carry in an urgent departure, using simple scenography and everyday materials to create a sensitive, poetic experience.
Led by Simone Aubert’s live music, this circus-music piece features acrobats for whom aerial suspension is second nature. Against an original score, performers defy gravity to weave a precise airborne choreography that balances tension and lyricism. The intimate creation (2026) lasts about 30 minutes and is designed for a family audience, suitable from age 3. The presentation blends musical texture and physical poetry without dialogue.
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Located in the heart of Geneva’s international district, the Portail des Nations is a space dedicated to dialogue, cooperation, and global issues. Through exhibitions, talks, and cultural events, it offers visitors an entry point into the major challenges shaping our world and Geneva’s role as a hub for international governance.
Nestled in the Geneva countryside, the Collection du Crest showcases a remarkable selection of modern and contemporary art. Through temporary exhibitions and its private collection, this unique venue offers an intimate encounter with artistic creation, in dialogue with the history and landscape of the estate.
Discover one of the world’s most remarkable libraries and museums, home to an exceptional collection of manuscripts, rare books, and historical documents spanning over 5,000 years of human history. Located in Cologny overlooking Lake Geneva, the Fondation Martin Bodmer offers a unique journey through literature, philosophy, religion, science, and the arts, bringing together some of humanity’s most significant written treasures.
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