Ancestral spirits take over the Barbier-Mueller Museum for an interactive adventure designed for kids. Participants will unravel cultural mysteries, using curiosity and creativity to uncover secrets of spirits from around the globe.
In French. Kids ages 5 to 10.
The Compagnie Contes Joyeux is made up of Anne-Claude and François. They live in Lausanne and have been offering performances for twenty years that combine storytelling, songs, and music. Their repertoire is varied, cheerful, and full of bounce—bringing joy to both children and adults alike. Through word of mouth, they hope to spread joy and enthusiasm, because “when you love, you tell stories!”
Stories offer us extraordinary adventures and incredible journeys; they introduce us to talking animals, fairies, and elves, and transport us to dreamlike worlds. What a gift!
In French. Kids ages 5 and up.
The Biopark is temporarily hosting Janus, a unique two-headed Greek tortoise, during the renovation of the Museum. Each head of this male tortoise has its own independent brain, which sometimes makes its movements challenging. In captivity, Janus receives attentive care, resulting in an impressive lifespan of 26 years.
Who hasn’t, as a child, woken up in the middle of the night, disoriented, surrounded by mysterious shapes that might be monsters—or maybe friends? “Bachibouzouk”, by the Philippe Saire Company, brings that in-between world to life, blending dance and object theatre in a poetic, twilight performance where imagination takes over once the lights go out.
The ASL is marking its 45th anniversary with the immersive exhibition “Léman, l’éveil d’un peuple” (Léman, the Awakening of a People). This exhibition chronicles the fierce battle to rescue Lake Geneva from suffocation between the 1960s and 2000, driven by the collective efforts of associations, scientists, fishermen, journalists, and institutions. It offers a journey filled with documents and personal accounts, reminding visitors of the power of individual action in protecting the lake. The event features a variety of activities suitable for all ages, including fun missions for children, conferences, and guided tours. It also highlights the lake’s current challenges and encourages active engagement in its preservation.
The FILMAR festival presents a series of ten animated short films for children titled “An Idea for the Planet.” These four films, creatively and emotionally tackle themes of environment, solidarity, and species coexistence. The lineup features films like “Los carpinchos,” “El armadillo fronterizo,” “Cosmonauta 360: misión rescate,” and “La maquina.” Screenings are often paired with creative workshops and snacks, ensuring a family-friendly and educational experience. The event is supported by the City of Geneva’s Agenda 21 Service as part of Climate Week.
Kids ages 4 and up.
As part of the Green Workshops at Geneva’s Botanical Garden, children are invited to explore the oldest greenhouse in the Winter Garden, engaging all their senses. On Wednesday afternoons, they will discover various spices like cinnamon and vanilla through thematic investigations, sensory experiences, and botanical explorations. These activities are led by garden mediators, gardeners, and scientists, in collaboration with Uni3 volunteers from Geneva’s Senior University.
In French. Kids ages 6 – 13.
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