Don’t just like it, live it!
But what is “reality”?
A forgotten cassette in a tape recorder becomes the key to a journey through time.
Two coworkers, Kurt and Willard, are plunged into the heart of an unprecedented psychiatric experiment where delirium and lucidity intertwine.
They must piece together a puzzle that will lead them to the very edge of madness. “Why are you so angry? …Because all of a sudden I was taking control of something? …Huh? Until now you were used to completely controlling the situation, and now this strangeness has crept into your life…”
In French.
Inspired by the literary world of Leonora Miano, this series of paintings portrays a fictional people embodying a utopian vision of Pan-Africanism. Through richly imagined figures and narratives, Ismaël Touré explores identity as plural, fluid, and deeply rooted in a shared collective memory.
Opening: Thursday 25 June, 18:30
Gather materials and weave in a shared workshop led by the artist Marie Jambers. Like birds building nests, children will move between inside and outside, collect grasses, wool, paper scraps and carded wool, and learn basic weaving techniques. They will experiment with different formats, prepare fibres, and shape small woven pieces together. Soft textures, bright threads and rhythmic movements invite creativity, observation and playful collaboration as the group builds a collective story through making.
In French. Kids ages 7–12.
Discover exquisite flavours and unforgettable culinary delights.
We promise a feast you won’t be able to resist, with plenty of surprises along the way! More than 60 food trucks, stalls, and bars will be serving local specialities, alongside DJs from Thursday evenings through to Saturday nights.
New this year: La Cuisine Ouverte! A space showcasing the expertise of Geneva-based chefs, featuring a different pop-up each day. In total, 11 local addresses and 11 styles of cuisine to discover, in addition to the 60 street food specialists already on site.
So mark your calendars and don’t miss the must-visit food event right in the heart of the city!
Join a five-day cultural adventure where kids explore music, dance, storytelling and visual arts from around the world. They will learn rhythms from Turkey, songs from Rajasthan and Andean dances, play with sound in a computer music workshop, and shape colorful crafts with hands-on art projects. Storytime sparks imagination and care for the planet, while clowns and group games bring laughter. The week ends with a lively show where every child can share their creations and performance.
Kids ages 6–12. In French.
The Geneva International String Academy presents an exceptional series of concerts celebrating the artistry of emerging musicians and internationally renowned performers through a rich programme of chamber music, recitals, and masterclasses. Bringing together talented young violinists, violists, and cellists from around the world, the Academy creates a unique environment where education and performance meet, fostering artistic exchange, excellence, and creativity. Set in some of Geneva’s most inspiring cultural venues, these concerts offer audiences an intimate and vibrant musical experience while highlighting the next generation of classical talent alongside distinguished guest artists and professors.
Explore nature with all your senses in a week of playful discovery. See bright colors, touch rough bark and soft leaves, smell floral and earthy scents, listen to birds and rustling grass, and maybe taste a wild berry. Through games, simple experiments and observations you’ll learn about local plants and animals. Move, listen and wonder as textures, sounds and colors come alive around you, sparking curiosity and outdoor creativity.
In French. Kids ages from 6 to 9.
But what is “reality”?
A forgotten cassette in a tape recorder becomes the key to a journey through time.
Two coworkers, Kurt and Willard, are plunged into the heart of an unprecedented psychiatric experiment where delirium and lucidity intertwine.
They must piece together a puzzle that will lead them to the very edge of madness. “Why are you so angry? …Because all of a sudden I was taking control of something? …Huh? Until now you were used to completely controlling the situation, and now this strangeness has crept into your life…”
In French.
Inspired by the literary world of Leonora Miano, this series of paintings portrays a fictional people embodying a utopian vision of Pan-Africanism. Through richly imagined figures and narratives, Ismaël Touré explores identity as plural, fluid, and deeply rooted in a shared collective memory.
Opening: Thursday 25 June, 18:30
Gather materials and weave in a shared workshop led by the artist Marie Jambers. Like birds building nests, children will move between inside and outside, collect grasses, wool, paper scraps and carded wool, and learn basic weaving techniques. They will experiment with different formats, prepare fibres, and shape small woven pieces together. Soft textures, bright threads and rhythmic movements invite creativity, observation and playful collaboration as the group builds a collective story through making.
In French. Kids ages 7–12.
Discover exquisite flavours and unforgettable culinary delights.
We promise a feast you won’t be able to resist, with plenty of surprises along the way! More than 60 food trucks, stalls, and bars will be serving local specialities, alongside DJs from Thursday evenings through to Saturday nights.
New this year: La Cuisine Ouverte! A space showcasing the expertise of Geneva-based chefs, featuring a different pop-up each day. In total, 11 local addresses and 11 styles of cuisine to discover, in addition to the 60 street food specialists already on site.
So mark your calendars and don’t miss the must-visit food event right in the heart of the city!
Join a five-day cultural adventure where kids explore music, dance, storytelling and visual arts from around the world. They will learn rhythms from Turkey, songs from Rajasthan and Andean dances, play with sound in a computer music workshop, and shape colorful crafts with hands-on art projects. Storytime sparks imagination and care for the planet, while clowns and group games bring laughter. The week ends with a lively show where every child can share their creations and performance.
Kids ages 6–12. In French.
The Geneva International String Academy presents an exceptional series of concerts celebrating the artistry of emerging musicians and internationally renowned performers through a rich programme of chamber music, recitals, and masterclasses. Bringing together talented young violinists, violists, and cellists from around the world, the Academy creates a unique environment where education and performance meet, fostering artistic exchange, excellence, and creativity. Set in some of Geneva’s most inspiring cultural venues, these concerts offer audiences an intimate and vibrant musical experience while highlighting the next generation of classical talent alongside distinguished guest artists and professors.
Explore nature with all your senses in a week of playful discovery. See bright colors, touch rough bark and soft leaves, smell floral and earthy scents, listen to birds and rustling grass, and maybe taste a wild berry. Through games, simple experiments and observations you’ll learn about local plants and animals. Move, listen and wonder as textures, sounds and colors come alive around you, sparking curiosity and outdoor creativity.
In French. Kids ages from 6 to 9.
But what is “reality”?
A forgotten cassette in a tape recorder becomes the key to a journey through time.
Two coworkers, Kurt and Willard, are plunged into the heart of an unprecedented psychiatric experiment where delirium and lucidity intertwine.
They must piece together a puzzle that will lead them to the very edge of madness. “Why are you so angry? …Because all of a sudden I was taking control of something? …Huh? Until now you were used to completely controlling the situation, and now this strangeness has crept into your life…”
In French.
Inspired by the literary world of Leonora Miano, this series of paintings portrays a fictional people embodying a utopian vision of Pan-Africanism. Through richly imagined figures and narratives, Ismaël Touré explores identity as plural, fluid, and deeply rooted in a shared collective memory.
Opening: Thursday 25 June, 18:30
Gather materials and weave in a shared workshop led by the artist Marie Jambers. Like birds building nests, children will move between inside and outside, collect grasses, wool, paper scraps and carded wool, and learn basic weaving techniques. They will experiment with different formats, prepare fibres, and shape small woven pieces together. Soft textures, bright threads and rhythmic movements invite creativity, observation and playful collaboration as the group builds a collective story through making.
In French. Kids ages 7–12.
Discover exquisite flavours and unforgettable culinary delights.
We promise a feast you won’t be able to resist, with plenty of surprises along the way! More than 60 food trucks, stalls, and bars will be serving local specialities, alongside DJs from Thursday evenings through to Saturday nights.
New this year: La Cuisine Ouverte! A space showcasing the expertise of Geneva-based chefs, featuring a different pop-up each day. In total, 11 local addresses and 11 styles of cuisine to discover, in addition to the 60 street food specialists already on site.
So mark your calendars and don’t miss the must-visit food event right in the heart of the city!
Join a five-day cultural adventure where kids explore music, dance, storytelling and visual arts from around the world. They will learn rhythms from Turkey, songs from Rajasthan and Andean dances, play with sound in a computer music workshop, and shape colorful crafts with hands-on art projects. Storytime sparks imagination and care for the planet, while clowns and group games bring laughter. The week ends with a lively show where every child can share their creations and performance.
Kids ages 6–12. In French.
The Geneva International String Academy presents an exceptional series of concerts celebrating the artistry of emerging musicians and internationally renowned performers through a rich programme of chamber music, recitals, and masterclasses. Bringing together talented young violinists, violists, and cellists from around the world, the Academy creates a unique environment where education and performance meet, fostering artistic exchange, excellence, and creativity. Set in some of Geneva’s most inspiring cultural venues, these concerts offer audiences an intimate and vibrant musical experience while highlighting the next generation of classical talent alongside distinguished guest artists and professors.
Step into lively street scenes filled with color, music and movement. Join playful workshops, watch short street shows, try hands-on crafts and play imaginative games. Meet artists, touch materials, and discover how simple gestures become big performances. Children will sketch, dance, and experiment with rhythm while all senses pick up sounds, bright costumes and tasty treats. It’s a warm, friendly celebration of creativity where families explore, make and share joyful moments.
In French. Kids ages 0 and up.
Célia Wa is a singer, flautist and multi-instrumentalist from Paris with deep ties to Guadeloupe. She forges a Karibfutursound where Caribbean traditional rhythms—especially gwo ka—meet electronics, soul, jazz and hip‑hop. Her flute winds luminous lines through textured percussion, machines and bass, weaving ancestral grooves into contemporary club-inflected spaces. In collaboration with Maquis Dékalé, the project balances rooted tradition and futuristic dancefloor energy.
Follow Myla as she remembers her grandfather in a gentle musical tale sung and signed in both French and sign language. Walk with her through the forest, listen to soft songs and the creak of the oak, and watch gestures turn feelings into images. Children will explore memory, loss, and how stories help us keep people close. The show mixes music, voice, and movement to invite quiet reflection and shared warmth.
Bilingual French/sign language version. Kids ages 4 and up.
Village des Cultures offers a cycle of adult workshops organized by ADEM and eMa, focusing on world music, voice and dance practices. Participants explore circle songs, cantos de trabajo, body percussion and diverse dance forms—sabar and flamenco—through practical sessions led by artists and pedagogues including Marine Pelletrau-Duris, Rebecca Roger Cruz, Roberto Castillo, Khady Sarr, Mbar Ndiaye and Felipe Clivio. The programme emphasizes technique, cultural context and collective improvisation to develop expressive and rhythmic skills.
But what is “reality”?
A forgotten cassette in a tape recorder becomes the key to a journey through time.
Two coworkers, Kurt and Willard, are plunged into the heart of an unprecedented psychiatric experiment where delirium and lucidity intertwine.
They must piece together a puzzle that will lead them to the very edge of madness. “Why are you so angry? …Because all of a sudden I was taking control of something? …Huh? Until now you were used to completely controlling the situation, and now this strangeness has crept into your life…”
In French.
Join a playful builder who improvises a strange home in a garden. With brave, clever ropes and found objects she moves from one idea to the next, sometimes wild, sometimes stubborn, slowly assembling a surprising structure. Children will watch materials cooperate or resist, feel the rhythm of making, and wonder whether everything will collapse or turn into accidental genius. A lively, physical performance that celebrates imagination, trial and joyful experimentation.
In French. Ages 6 and up.
Philippe Muri, former sports columnist for the daily Le Matin and cultural journalist at Tribune de Genève, brings journalistic insight into sports and cultural history.
This humorous guided tour explores parallels between football and the Protestant Reformation, examining rituals, rivalries, iconoclasm and collective identity through provocative questions and historical anecdotes. It investigates how religious language, attire and conflicts mirror sporting culture and fandom and fan practices.
In French.
Explore nature with all your senses in a week of playful discovery. See bright colors, touch rough bark and soft leaves, smell floral and earthy scents, listen to birds and rustling grass, and maybe taste a wild berry. Through games, simple experiments and observations you’ll learn about local plants and animals. Move, listen and wonder as textures, sounds and colors come alive around you, sparking curiosity and outdoor creativity.
In French. Kids ages from 6 to 9.
But what is “reality”?
A forgotten cassette in a tape recorder becomes the key to a journey through time.
Two coworkers, Kurt and Willard, are plunged into the heart of an unprecedented psychiatric experiment where delirium and lucidity intertwine.
They must piece together a puzzle that will lead them to the very edge of madness. “Why are you so angry? …Because all of a sudden I was taking control of something? …Huh? Until now you were used to completely controlling the situation, and now this strangeness has crept into your life…”
In French.
Inspired by the literary world of Leonora Miano, this series of paintings portrays a fictional people embodying a utopian vision of Pan-Africanism. Through richly imagined figures and narratives, Ismaël Touré explores identity as plural, fluid, and deeply rooted in a shared collective memory.
Opening: Thursday 25 June, 18:30
Gather materials and weave in a shared workshop led by the artist Marie Jambers. Like birds building nests, children will move between inside and outside, collect grasses, wool, paper scraps and carded wool, and learn basic weaving techniques. They will experiment with different formats, prepare fibres, and shape small woven pieces together. Soft textures, bright threads and rhythmic movements invite creativity, observation and playful collaboration as the group builds a collective story through making.
In French. Kids ages 7–12.
Discover exquisite flavours and unforgettable culinary delights.
We promise a feast you won’t be able to resist, with plenty of surprises along the way! More than 60 food trucks, stalls, and bars will be serving local specialities, alongside DJs from Thursday evenings through to Saturday nights.
New this year: La Cuisine Ouverte! A space showcasing the expertise of Geneva-based chefs, featuring a different pop-up each day. In total, 11 local addresses and 11 styles of cuisine to discover, in addition to the 60 street food specialists already on site.
So mark your calendars and don’t miss the must-visit food event right in the heart of the city!
Join a five-day cultural adventure where kids explore music, dance, storytelling and visual arts from around the world. They will learn rhythms from Turkey, songs from Rajasthan and Andean dances, play with sound in a computer music workshop, and shape colorful crafts with hands-on art projects. Storytime sparks imagination and care for the planet, while clowns and group games bring laughter. The week ends with a lively show where every child can share their creations and performance.
Kids ages 6–12. In French.
The Geneva International String Academy presents an exceptional series of concerts celebrating the artistry of emerging musicians and internationally renowned performers through a rich programme of chamber music, recitals, and masterclasses. Bringing together talented young violinists, violists, and cellists from around the world, the Academy creates a unique environment where education and performance meet, fostering artistic exchange, excellence, and creativity. Set in some of Geneva’s most inspiring cultural venues, these concerts offer audiences an intimate and vibrant musical experience while highlighting the next generation of classical talent alongside distinguished guest artists and professors.
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Visiting for the first time? A quick guide to the city’s top attractions.
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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