27 April – 24 May

Carac Festival 2026

Free

Carac Festival is the University of Geneva’s month-long student cultural festival, bringing together dozens of student troupes and associations to share creations and experiences. The programme features theatre, dance, concerts, film screenings, arts-and-crafts workshops, stand-up, games, parades and exhibitions. Open to everyone in the university community and beyond, the festival celebrates collaboration, creativity and conviviality, offering occasions to meet, create and enjoy performances and activities together.

Boulevard du Pont-d'Arve 40,
1205 Genève

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Photo Credit: UNIGE

1 September – 29 June, every Monday

Le Marché de la Comédie

Community Cool Stuff

La Comédie de Genève

Discover a lively community market offering stalls of wine, cheese, bread, craft beer, honey, fine groceries, fresh vegetables, seasonal fruit and pastries. Local producers share their specialties in a friendly setting that encourages conversation and connection. Families, neighbours and visitors are invited to explore produce, chat with makers and enjoy weekly animations suited to all ages. The market celebrates local food traditions and fosters a welcoming space where everyone can meet, taste and support the community.

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24 April – 3 May

Printemps Carougeois

Community Cool Stuff

Multiple locations

Explore a lively citywide festival built for families and curious kids. Children and adults share stories, play and create through object theatre, illustrated concerts, parent–child yoga sessions, outdoor art walks, intergenerational game nights, photo displays, film screenings, museum and bookstore activities, library sessions and hands-on workshops. Bright visuals, movement and sound invite imagination and collaboration, with projects to make, watch and discuss.

Kids of all ages.

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25 – 26 April

The 48 Hours of Urban Agriculture

Community Outdoor

Multiple locations

An inauguration event combining hands-on workshops, a convivial apéro and a presentation of the festival programme. Participants can take part in practical sessions such as gardening and cooking, explore simple techniques and exchange tips with facilitators and other attendees. The session focuses on skill-sharing, creative practice and community building, offering actionable insights and inspiration for personal projects. Suitable for curious adults and beginners interested in practical arts and sustainable practices.

In French.

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Saturday 25 April, 14:00

48 Hours of Urban Agriculture

Community Lectures & Workshops

Jardins de la Jonction

This day-long program explores urban agriculture through practical workshops, music, and community exchange. Activities examine seed-to-soil practices, collective gardening knowledge and hands-on skills: a Rueda music workshop highlighting Afro-Colombian coastal traditions, bike repair sessions for sustainable mobility, a guided species survey followed by cyanotype printing, an evening jazz manouche concert, and a shared banquet and bar offering pay-what-you-want contributions. The event investigates how collective practices strengthen food resilience and local biodiversity.

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2 – 3 May

13th Edition of Net’Léman

Community Outdoor

Multiple locations

Net’Léman returns for its 13th edition, bringing together residents, volunteers and local groups for two days of community activities, networking and collaborative projects. Everyone is welcome to participate, exchange ideas and contribute to shared initiatives that strengthen neighbourhood ties and stewardship of the lakeside environment. The event fosters connection, learning and practical engagement through workshops, informal meetups and collective action designed to bring people together across generations and backgrounds.

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2 – 3 May

Vogue de Jussy

Community Outdoor

Temple de Jussy

An annual village fair that brings neighbours together for two friendly days of local festivities and shared moments. Open to everyone — families, friends and newcomers — the gathering features communal activities, music and convivial encounters, with a highlight being the traditional pig race. It’s an opportunity to meet neighbours, enjoy simple entertainment and celebrate community ties in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

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