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Wednesday 20 May, 19:00

Three researchers present short talks examining science across radically different scales. Alexander Battey, a postdoctoral researcher in plasma physics at EPFL and the Swiss Plasma Center, explains the plasma state and the challenges of achieving controlled fusion. Henriette Rødland, a postdoctoral researcher at the ARCAN Laboratory (UNIGE), shows how small archaeological finds in Zanzibar reveal broad social histories and trade networks. Baba Ekundayo, senior scientist and wet‑lab manager at the Laboratory of Biological Electron Microscopy (EPFL), introduces the molecular machines that copy DNA.

In English.

Wednesday 20 May, 12:00 and 14:00

Set off on a guided stroll focused on dragonflies, moving through green paths and open lawns as you learn to spot fleeting winged hunters. Guided by a museum specialist, the walk sharpens observation skills, revealing subtle flashes of color, quick aerial maneuvers, and the delicate rhythm of insect life. Calm yet alert, participants move slowly together, enjoying close encounters with nature and a shared sense of discovery. Accessible to all fitness levels, the pace prioritizes curiosity and connection with the living park.

In French.

Wednesday 20 May, 12:15

Professor André Gagné, director of the Department of Theological Studies at Concordia University (Montréal), is a leading specialist on Pentecostalism and the interaction of religion and politics.

This lecture examines the identity and global expansion of Pentecostal and charismatic movements, analysing how they reshape political and cultural landscapes in the twenty-first century. Gagné discusses key themes such as political mobilization, transnational networks and ideological influence, offering critical insights for scholars and students.

In French.

Wednesday 20 May, 19:39

The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) hosts Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla for her Geneva debut, joined by pianist Georgijs Osokins. The event’s program includes “The Four Elements” by Frank Martin, Chopin’s “Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor,” Debussy’s “La Mer,” and Ravel’s Suite No. 2 from “Daphnis and Chloé.” This concert showcases the OSR’s essence through works that evoke nature, reflect its celebrated early recordings, and feature brilliant orchestral pieces.

Wednesday 20 May, 18:30

Formed in 2017 and based in Geneva, The Molitors are an alternative rock/indie quartet whose songs draw on influences from Nick Cave, The Smiths, Leonard Cohen, Pink Floyd and Nick Drake. Their original compositions explore dystopia, solitude, love and hope, balanced between brooding ballads and expansive, guitar-driven textures. Fronted by David Powell (vocals, guitar) with Sébastien Gabriel (bass), Anthony Weber (guitar) and Sébastien Steinmann (drums, piano), the band’s recent album deepens their atmospheric, melancholic sound.

20 – 27 May

Imagine and explore a tiny world of rustling leaves and soft paw prints. Guided stories and gentle prompts invite little ones to listen, touch, and follow colorful animal tracks. Children will smell damp earth, hear birdsong, and peer at playful shapes while discovering forest habits through movement and sound. Activities encourage curiosity, language, and cozy sharing with an adult companion. The pace is calm, bright, and full of small surprises.

Dates :
Wednesday 20 May, 10:30, 14:30, 15:30
Friday 22 May, 10:30
Wednesday 27 May, 10:30

In French. Kids ages 3–5.

Wednesday 20 May, 19:00

Three researchers present short talks examining science across radically different scales. Alexander Battey, a postdoctoral researcher in plasma physics at EPFL and the Swiss Plasma Center, explains the plasma state and the challenges of achieving controlled fusion. Henriette Rødland, a postdoctoral researcher at the ARCAN Laboratory (UNIGE), shows how small archaeological finds in Zanzibar reveal broad social histories and trade networks. Baba Ekundayo, senior scientist and wet‑lab manager at the Laboratory of Biological Electron Microscopy (EPFL), introduces the molecular machines that copy DNA.

In English.

Wednesday 20 May, 12:00 and 14:00

Set off on a guided stroll focused on dragonflies, moving through green paths and open lawns as you learn to spot fleeting winged hunters. Guided by a museum specialist, the walk sharpens observation skills, revealing subtle flashes of color, quick aerial maneuvers, and the delicate rhythm of insect life. Calm yet alert, participants move slowly together, enjoying close encounters with nature and a shared sense of discovery. Accessible to all fitness levels, the pace prioritizes curiosity and connection with the living park.

In French.

Wednesday 20 May, 12:15

Professor André Gagné, director of the Department of Theological Studies at Concordia University (Montréal), is a leading specialist on Pentecostalism and the interaction of religion and politics.

This lecture examines the identity and global expansion of Pentecostal and charismatic movements, analysing how they reshape political and cultural landscapes in the twenty-first century. Gagné discusses key themes such as political mobilization, transnational networks and ideological influence, offering critical insights for scholars and students.

In French.

Wednesday 20 May, 19:39

The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) hosts Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla for her Geneva debut, joined by pianist Georgijs Osokins. The event’s program includes “The Four Elements” by Frank Martin, Chopin’s “Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor,” Debussy’s “La Mer,” and Ravel’s Suite No. 2 from “Daphnis and Chloé.” This concert showcases the OSR’s essence through works that evoke nature, reflect its celebrated early recordings, and feature brilliant orchestral pieces.

Wednesday 20 May, 18:30

Formed in 2017 and based in Geneva, The Molitors are an alternative rock/indie quartet whose songs draw on influences from Nick Cave, The Smiths, Leonard Cohen, Pink Floyd and Nick Drake. Their original compositions explore dystopia, solitude, love and hope, balanced between brooding ballads and expansive, guitar-driven textures. Fronted by David Powell (vocals, guitar) with Sébastien Gabriel (bass), Anthony Weber (guitar) and Sébastien Steinmann (drums, piano), the band’s recent album deepens their atmospheric, melancholic sound.

20 – 27 May

Imagine and explore a tiny world of rustling leaves and soft paw prints. Guided stories and gentle prompts invite little ones to listen, touch, and follow colorful animal tracks. Children will smell damp earth, hear birdsong, and peer at playful shapes while discovering forest habits through movement and sound. Activities encourage curiosity, language, and cozy sharing with an adult companion. The pace is calm, bright, and full of small surprises.

Dates :
Wednesday 20 May, 10:30, 14:30, 15:30
Friday 22 May, 10:30
Wednesday 27 May, 10:30

In French. Kids ages 3–5.

Wednesday 20 May, 19:00

Three researchers present short talks examining science across radically different scales. Alexander Battey, a postdoctoral researcher in plasma physics at EPFL and the Swiss Plasma Center, explains the plasma state and the challenges of achieving controlled fusion. Henriette Rødland, a postdoctoral researcher at the ARCAN Laboratory (UNIGE), shows how small archaeological finds in Zanzibar reveal broad social histories and trade networks. Baba Ekundayo, senior scientist and wet‑lab manager at the Laboratory of Biological Electron Microscopy (EPFL), introduces the molecular machines that copy DNA.

In English.

Wednesday 20 May, 12:00 and 14:00

Set off on a guided stroll focused on dragonflies, moving through green paths and open lawns as you learn to spot fleeting winged hunters. Guided by a museum specialist, the walk sharpens observation skills, revealing subtle flashes of color, quick aerial maneuvers, and the delicate rhythm of insect life. Calm yet alert, participants move slowly together, enjoying close encounters with nature and a shared sense of discovery. Accessible to all fitness levels, the pace prioritizes curiosity and connection with the living park.

In French.

Wednesday 20 May, 12:15

Professor André Gagné, director of the Department of Theological Studies at Concordia University (Montréal), is a leading specialist on Pentecostalism and the interaction of religion and politics.

This lecture examines the identity and global expansion of Pentecostal and charismatic movements, analysing how they reshape political and cultural landscapes in the twenty-first century. Gagné discusses key themes such as political mobilization, transnational networks and ideological influence, offering critical insights for scholars and students.

In French.

Wednesday 20 May, 19:39

The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) hosts Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla for her Geneva debut, joined by pianist Georgijs Osokins. The event’s program includes “The Four Elements” by Frank Martin, Chopin’s “Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor,” Debussy’s “La Mer,” and Ravel’s Suite No. 2 from “Daphnis and Chloé.” This concert showcases the OSR’s essence through works that evoke nature, reflect its celebrated early recordings, and feature brilliant orchestral pieces.

Wednesday 20 May, 18:30

Formed in 2017 and based in Geneva, The Molitors are an alternative rock/indie quartet whose songs draw on influences from Nick Cave, The Smiths, Leonard Cohen, Pink Floyd and Nick Drake. Their original compositions explore dystopia, solitude, love and hope, balanced between brooding ballads and expansive, guitar-driven textures. Fronted by David Powell (vocals, guitar) with Sébastien Gabriel (bass), Anthony Weber (guitar) and Sébastien Steinmann (drums, piano), the band’s recent album deepens their atmospheric, melancholic sound.

20 – 27 May

Imagine and explore a tiny world of rustling leaves and soft paw prints. Guided stories and gentle prompts invite little ones to listen, touch, and follow colorful animal tracks. Children will smell damp earth, hear birdsong, and peer at playful shapes while discovering forest habits through movement and sound. Activities encourage curiosity, language, and cozy sharing with an adult companion. The pace is calm, bright, and full of small surprises.

Dates :
Wednesday 20 May, 10:30, 14:30, 15:30
Friday 22 May, 10:30
Wednesday 27 May, 10:30

In French. Kids ages 3–5.

19 – 23 May

Choreographer Marcos Morau unveils Svatbata, a world premiere for the Grand Théâtre de Genève. This work brings together the theater’s ballet troupe to delve into the rituals and concept of marriage, drawing inspiration from Bulgaria’s unique position as a bridge between East and West. Through choreographic movements that blend human sounds and gestures, the piece offers a contemplation on life, death, and the rituals connecting them, while celebrating the universality and depth of collective traditions.

19 – 24 May 2026

Plan-les-Ouates is celebrating its 175th anniversary with a comedic show starring Marie-Thérèse, the well-known Swiss housewife, alongside emerging comedians like Bruno Peki and Julie Conti. This performance advocating for greater recognition promises laughter and entertainment. .

In French.

19 – 31 May

Are Demons Among Us? Berbiguier de Terre-Neuve du Thym was a French citizen from Avignon who, after having his cards read by a fortune-teller, began to see malevolent beings all around him, whom he called “goblins.” The delusion lasted his entire life. His book on demons is an impressively detailed work, written in a rich literary style and containing utterly bizarre content—both pathetic and unintentionally comical.

It constitutes the most complete account of the inner world of a man gripped by profound madness. It was rediscovered in the following century by the Surrealists, notably Raymond Queneau, as well as by enthusiasts of outsider art. The performance will be a montage of the very words of this famous “literary madman” and will offer the audience a journey into the labyrinth of his thoughts.

In French.

22 – 23 May

Tristan Pierre leads a restorative memory walk across the streets of his childhood, weaving recollection and poetic observation into an intimate live solo performance. Sparse staging and an attentive rhythm let images surface—childhood storefronts, shifting light and small rituals—while a subtle soundscape shapes timing and mood. The piece balances nostalgia with clarity, inviting quiet reflection and unexpected tenderness.

In French.

Saturday 23 May, 20:00

Celebrating the Undertones’ 50-year legacy, this punk double bill pairs the Northern Irish veterans with Geneva’s Asphalt for a night of raw energy. The Undertones bring their tight, hook-driven songwriting—anchored by the echo of “Teenage Kicks”—while Asphalt channels arcade-era grit and bel canto-inflected shouts, featuring players from Armure, Allusion, The Chisel and Branlarians. Presented in collaboration with Le Rez and Roosevelt Sports Club, the concert oscillates between singalong immediacy and feral momentum, a visceral reminder of punk’s communal power.

20 – 24 May

Geneva-based artist of Turkish origin Ibo Art offers a sensitive exploration of waste transformed into living, symbolic forms. Blending painting, sculpture and installation, he reclaims construction debris, plastic flowers refreshed with acrylic, and found materials to fashion islands, micro‑houses and human figures. The post‑industrial installations deploy vivid colour and vegetal motifs to question consumption, value and belonging. The work reveals how discarded matter can assert presence, evoke resilience, and be reimagined as contemporary relics.

Wednesday 20 May, 19:00

Three researchers present short talks examining science across radically different scales. Alexander Battey, a postdoctoral researcher in plasma physics at EPFL and the Swiss Plasma Center, explains the plasma state and the challenges of achieving controlled fusion. Henriette Rødland, a postdoctoral researcher at the ARCAN Laboratory (UNIGE), shows how small archaeological finds in Zanzibar reveal broad social histories and trade networks. Baba Ekundayo, senior scientist and wet‑lab manager at the Laboratory of Biological Electron Microscopy (EPFL), introduces the molecular machines that copy DNA.

In English.

Wednesday 20 May, 12:00 and 14:00

Set off on a guided stroll focused on dragonflies, moving through green paths and open lawns as you learn to spot fleeting winged hunters. Guided by a museum specialist, the walk sharpens observation skills, revealing subtle flashes of color, quick aerial maneuvers, and the delicate rhythm of insect life. Calm yet alert, participants move slowly together, enjoying close encounters with nature and a shared sense of discovery. Accessible to all fitness levels, the pace prioritizes curiosity and connection with the living park.

In French.

Wednesday 20 May, 12:15

Professor André Gagné, director of the Department of Theological Studies at Concordia University (Montréal), is a leading specialist on Pentecostalism and the interaction of religion and politics.

This lecture examines the identity and global expansion of Pentecostal and charismatic movements, analysing how they reshape political and cultural landscapes in the twenty-first century. Gagné discusses key themes such as political mobilization, transnational networks and ideological influence, offering critical insights for scholars and students.

In French.

Wednesday 20 May, 19:39

The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) hosts Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla for her Geneva debut, joined by pianist Georgijs Osokins. The event’s program includes “The Four Elements” by Frank Martin, Chopin’s “Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor,” Debussy’s “La Mer,” and Ravel’s Suite No. 2 from “Daphnis and Chloé.” This concert showcases the OSR’s essence through works that evoke nature, reflect its celebrated early recordings, and feature brilliant orchestral pieces.

Wednesday 20 May, 18:30

Formed in 2017 and based in Geneva, The Molitors are an alternative rock/indie quartet whose songs draw on influences from Nick Cave, The Smiths, Leonard Cohen, Pink Floyd and Nick Drake. Their original compositions explore dystopia, solitude, love and hope, balanced between brooding ballads and expansive, guitar-driven textures. Fronted by David Powell (vocals, guitar) with Sébastien Gabriel (bass), Anthony Weber (guitar) and Sébastien Steinmann (drums, piano), the band’s recent album deepens their atmospheric, melancholic sound.

20 – 27 May

Imagine and explore a tiny world of rustling leaves and soft paw prints. Guided stories and gentle prompts invite little ones to listen, touch, and follow colorful animal tracks. Children will smell damp earth, hear birdsong, and peer at playful shapes while discovering forest habits through movement and sound. Activities encourage curiosity, language, and cozy sharing with an adult companion. The pace is calm, bright, and full of small surprises.

Dates :
Wednesday 20 May, 10:30, 14:30, 15:30
Friday 22 May, 10:30
Wednesday 27 May, 10:30

In French. Kids ages 3–5.

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The MEG is a renowned museum dedicated to the exploration and presentation of cultural diversity from around the world. Located in the heart of Geneva, it houses an extensive collection of over 80,000 objects, including artifacts, textiles, and artworks that highlight the rich traditions and histories of various communities. The museum emphasizes interactive and immersive exhibitions, engaging visitors with contemporary issues related to culture and identity.

Cool fact: The e-MEG app serves as a digital twin of the permanent exhibition, providing an audio guide and detailed descriptions along with photographs of all displayed objects.

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Since its opening in 1994, the MAMCO Geneva (Musée d’art moderne et contemporain)  has staged 450 exhibitions with works dating from the 1960s to the present day. Mamco’s holdings include works by Christo, Martin Kippenberger, Jenny Holzer, Dan Flavin, Sarkis, Franz Erhard Walther and Sylvie Fleury, among many others.

Cool fact: The MAMCO is the epicenter of the “Nuit des Bains”, held three times a year.  During this event, the district around the museum is transformed into a large gallery and attracts thousands of art lovers and sightseers each night.

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With a collection of 27,000 items from Switzerland, Europe and the Middle and Far East, and a witness to twelve centuries of ceramic art from the Middle Ages to modern times, the Ariana is one of Europe’s great museums specializing in glass and ceramics.

Cool fact: On the first Sunday of each month, the Ariana Museum opens its temporary exhibitions to the public.

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