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.
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!
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.
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
Arooj Aftab stands out as one of the most singular voices in today’s music scene. She blends jazz, minimalism, South Asian traditions and avant-pop to create an intimate, audacious and deeply felt repertoire. Her breakthrough album Vulture Prince earned a Grammy and drew international recognition, leading to collaborations with renowned ensembles and performances on major stages. Her music unfolds through sparse, luminous arrangements that emphasize voice, silence and emotional nuance.
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.
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!
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.
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
Arooj Aftab stands out as one of the most singular voices in today’s music scene. She blends jazz, minimalism, South Asian traditions and avant-pop to create an intimate, audacious and deeply felt repertoire. Her breakthrough album Vulture Prince earned a Grammy and drew international recognition, leading to collaborations with renowned ensembles and performances on major stages. Her music unfolds through sparse, luminous arrangements that emphasize voice, silence and emotional nuance.
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.
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!
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.
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
Arooj Aftab stands out as one of the most singular voices in today’s music scene. She blends jazz, minimalism, South Asian traditions and avant-pop to create an intimate, audacious and deeply felt repertoire. Her breakthrough album Vulture Prince earned a Grammy and drew international recognition, leading to collaborations with renowned ensembles and performances on major stages. Her music unfolds through sparse, luminous arrangements that emphasize voice, silence and emotional nuance.
Le Gena Festival brings together music lovers for a friendly, community-driven weekend celebrating local artists and emerging talent across genres. Founded by a group of friends, the festival highlights discovery and bold programming while offering a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where neighbors and visitors share performances, conversations and convivial moments. Families, music students and everyone in the community are invited to connect, support homegrown creativity and enjoy a varied musical programme showcasing quality and fresh voices.
Le Chant des Trognes is a unique festival dedicated to popular singing traditions, polyphonic music, and cultural transmission, bringing together artists, audiences, and communities around a shared celebration of voice, heritage, and collective creativity. Blending concerts, workshops, and participatory experiences, the festival explores the richness of traditional and contemporary vocal expressions while fostering meaningful connections between generations and cultures. Rooted in values of conviviality, accessibility, and artistic exchange, it offers an immersive experience where music, storytelling, and community come together in a warm and inspiring atmosphere.
Grand Juillet is an itinerant literary festival gathering Swiss and international writers for readings, thematic encounters, workshops and family events. Programming explores contemporary literature, narrative practice and community mediation through participatory walks, readings and creative workshops. Participants investigate forms of storytelling, exchange perspectives and discover practical approaches to writing and reading in public spaces. Sessions emphasize discussion, learning outcomes and cultural exchange, with formats suitable for adults and families.
Three open-air cinema evenings featuring films filled with emotion, humanity, and courage.
Program:
Friday 3 July, 20:00 – À Bicyclette !, Mathias Mlekuz, 2024.
Saturday 4 July, 20:00 – Hola Frida, Karine Vézina and André Kadi, 2025.
Sunday 5 July, 20:00 – À bras le corps, Marie-Elsa Sgualdo, 2025.
In French.
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.
Science Night brings together hundreds of researchers and science enthusiasts to present hands-on stands and activities for the public. The event fosters public engagement, showcasing diverse scientific disciplines and informal learning practices. It explores how interactive demonstrations and conversations can inspire curiosity, deepen knowledge, and connect specialist research with everyday experience. Themes include science communication, interdisciplinary dialogue, and cultivating wonder as a driver for learning and civic participation.
La Cité Bleue invites you on a timeless journey with La Nuit Bleue Orientale, a 12-hour musical marathon from July 4 to 5, 2026.
Curated by Franco-Iranian percussionist Keyvan Chemirani, this enchanting night brings together artists from diverse backgrounds to explore musical traditions from Persia, the Levant, and the Mediterranean. The program alternates captivating concerts with restful pauses, blending ancient instruments with contemporary expression, improvisation with traditional repertoire.
To enrich the experience, the Café des artistes will offer teas and pastries from various Eastern cultures—deepening the immersion in this unforgettable celebration of sound and spirit.
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.
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!
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.
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
Arooj Aftab stands out as one of the most singular voices in today’s music scene. She blends jazz, minimalism, South Asian traditions and avant-pop to create an intimate, audacious and deeply felt repertoire. Her breakthrough album Vulture Prince earned a Grammy and drew international recognition, leading to collaborations with renowned ensembles and performances on major stages. Her music unfolds through sparse, luminous arrangements that emphasize voice, silence and emotional nuance.
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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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