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Jval Openair presents a dynamic open-air music festival showcasing an eclectic mix of emerging and established acts across multiple stages. The announced lineup features Uzi Freyja, Tendinites, Adieu Marcel, Deadletter, Honeyglaze, Parker Leftlover, Valencia Grace, Copycat and Lum, plus late-night aftershows with Cazoule & DJ Zinzin, Aurore & Zou_Diak and Club Katel. Scenic concepts and aftershow programming are developed by Club Katel in collaboration with Jval, offering immersive staging and club-infused atmospheres.
Join a friendly Jass tournament hosted by a local wrestling club, welcoming players and community members of all levels. Form teams of two to compete in relaxed, convivial rounds that celebrate social play and local tradition. Whether you’re experienced or new to Jass, come to meet neighbors, enjoy shared games, and strengthen community ties in an inclusive atmosphere. Everyone is encouraged to participate.
Cristian Mungiu’s intimate drama follows the Gheorghiu family, a devout Romanian–Norwegian couple who settle by a remote Norwegian fjord. As friendships with neighbours blossom and the children grow inseparable, a discovery at school upends their way of life. Mungiu observes faith, parental authority and communal scrutiny with precise, austere cinematography, letting silences and landscape carry moral tension. Winner of the Palme d’Or at Cannes 2026, the film unfolds as a measured study of belief, protection and isolation.
Première with director Cristian Mungiu. Original version with French subtitles.
To mark its 21st anniversary, Geneva’s label HU presents a night of five short, immersive experimental electronic performances. Artists ENOIA, DA SAZ, GOODBYE IVAN, VINCENT HÄNNI and POL offer sculpted sound worlds that blur rhythm and texture, using spatialised electronics and subtle lighting to conjure uncanny atmospheres. The program favors intimate, exploratory set pieces that invite deep listening and physical presence. A shared meal by Tito (Peru) accompanies the evening, adding a communal dimension to the sonic journey.
Join a playful musical afternoon where children explore rhythms, silences and sounds through games and hands-on instrument discovery. Guided by musician Tom Mendy, participants experiment, listen, create and play in a safe, sensory-focused workshop that encourages imagination and teamwork. The session concludes with a chance to meet a musical group and learn about ensemble dynamics, sounds and performance approach.
Kids ages 9–11.
Thirty days of walking across Scotland: two longtime friends trek six hundred kilometres through the Scottish Highlands to reconnect with each other, renew their bond with nature and recover parts of themselves they had lost. Shot in expansive, luminous landscapes and driven by subtle, naturalistic performances, the film offers a careful, contemplative portrait of time’s passage, friendship and the small, telling details of everyday life. A meditative road movie that privileges atmosphere, silence and quiet emotional shifts.
Directed by Louis Bonard, Les Voüéces follows two reclusive women, Rodogonde and Frénéjus, who live atop a high tower. Louis Bonard and Michèle Gurtner wrote and perform a piece in an enchanted pseudo‑medieval tongue where voice, embroidery and play weave a poetic fable. The performance probes silence, the passage of time, guilt and the unsettling presence of other voices — ghostly, culpable or absurd — with a blend of darkness and dark humour.
In French.
FURTHER AFIELD
Jval Openair presents a dynamic open-air music festival showcasing an eclectic mix of emerging and established acts across multiple stages. The announced lineup features Uzi Freyja, Tendinites, Adieu Marcel, Deadletter, Honeyglaze, Parker Leftlover, Valencia Grace, Copycat and Lum, plus late-night aftershows with Cazoule & DJ Zinzin, Aurore & Zou_Diak and Club Katel. Scenic concepts and aftershow programming are developed by Club Katel in collaboration with Jval, offering immersive staging and club-infused atmospheres.
Join a friendly Jass tournament hosted by a local wrestling club, welcoming players and community members of all levels. Form teams of two to compete in relaxed, convivial rounds that celebrate social play and local tradition. Whether you’re experienced or new to Jass, come to meet neighbors, enjoy shared games, and strengthen community ties in an inclusive atmosphere. Everyone is encouraged to participate.
Cristian Mungiu’s intimate drama follows the Gheorghiu family, a devout Romanian–Norwegian couple who settle by a remote Norwegian fjord. As friendships with neighbours blossom and the children grow inseparable, a discovery at school upends their way of life. Mungiu observes faith, parental authority and communal scrutiny with precise, austere cinematography, letting silences and landscape carry moral tension. Winner of the Palme d’Or at Cannes 2026, the film unfolds as a measured study of belief, protection and isolation.
Première with director Cristian Mungiu. Original version with French subtitles.
To mark its 21st anniversary, Geneva’s label HU presents a night of five short, immersive experimental electronic performances. Artists ENOIA, DA SAZ, GOODBYE IVAN, VINCENT HÄNNI and POL offer sculpted sound worlds that blur rhythm and texture, using spatialised electronics and subtle lighting to conjure uncanny atmospheres. The program favors intimate, exploratory set pieces that invite deep listening and physical presence. A shared meal by Tito (Peru) accompanies the evening, adding a communal dimension to the sonic journey.
Join a playful musical afternoon where children explore rhythms, silences and sounds through games and hands-on instrument discovery. Guided by musician Tom Mendy, participants experiment, listen, create and play in a safe, sensory-focused workshop that encourages imagination and teamwork. The session concludes with a chance to meet a musical group and learn about ensemble dynamics, sounds and performance approach.
Kids ages 9–11.
Thirty days of walking across Scotland: two longtime friends trek six hundred kilometres through the Scottish Highlands to reconnect with each other, renew their bond with nature and recover parts of themselves they had lost. Shot in expansive, luminous landscapes and driven by subtle, naturalistic performances, the film offers a careful, contemplative portrait of time’s passage, friendship and the small, telling details of everyday life. A meditative road movie that privileges atmosphere, silence and quiet emotional shifts.
Directed by Louis Bonard, Les Voüéces follows two reclusive women, Rodogonde and Frénéjus, who live atop a high tower. Louis Bonard and Michèle Gurtner wrote and perform a piece in an enchanted pseudo‑medieval tongue where voice, embroidery and play weave a poetic fable. The performance probes silence, the passage of time, guilt and the unsettling presence of other voices — ghostly, culpable or absurd — with a blend of darkness and dark humour.
In French.
FURTHER AFIELD
Jval Openair presents a dynamic open-air music festival showcasing an eclectic mix of emerging and established acts across multiple stages. The announced lineup features Uzi Freyja, Tendinites, Adieu Marcel, Deadletter, Honeyglaze, Parker Leftlover, Valencia Grace, Copycat and Lum, plus late-night aftershows with Cazoule & DJ Zinzin, Aurore & Zou_Diak and Club Katel. Scenic concepts and aftershow programming are developed by Club Katel in collaboration with Jval, offering immersive staging and club-infused atmospheres.
Join a friendly Jass tournament hosted by a local wrestling club, welcoming players and community members of all levels. Form teams of two to compete in relaxed, convivial rounds that celebrate social play and local tradition. Whether you’re experienced or new to Jass, come to meet neighbors, enjoy shared games, and strengthen community ties in an inclusive atmosphere. Everyone is encouraged to participate.
Cristian Mungiu’s intimate drama follows the Gheorghiu family, a devout Romanian–Norwegian couple who settle by a remote Norwegian fjord. As friendships with neighbours blossom and the children grow inseparable, a discovery at school upends their way of life. Mungiu observes faith, parental authority and communal scrutiny with precise, austere cinematography, letting silences and landscape carry moral tension. Winner of the Palme d’Or at Cannes 2026, the film unfolds as a measured study of belief, protection and isolation.
Première with director Cristian Mungiu. Original version with French subtitles.
To mark its 21st anniversary, Geneva’s label HU presents a night of five short, immersive experimental electronic performances. Artists ENOIA, DA SAZ, GOODBYE IVAN, VINCENT HÄNNI and POL offer sculpted sound worlds that blur rhythm and texture, using spatialised electronics and subtle lighting to conjure uncanny atmospheres. The program favors intimate, exploratory set pieces that invite deep listening and physical presence. A shared meal by Tito (Peru) accompanies the evening, adding a communal dimension to the sonic journey.
Join a playful musical afternoon where children explore rhythms, silences and sounds through games and hands-on instrument discovery. Guided by musician Tom Mendy, participants experiment, listen, create and play in a safe, sensory-focused workshop that encourages imagination and teamwork. The session concludes with a chance to meet a musical group and learn about ensemble dynamics, sounds and performance approach.
Kids ages 9–11.
Thirty days of walking across Scotland: two longtime friends trek six hundred kilometres through the Scottish Highlands to reconnect with each other, renew their bond with nature and recover parts of themselves they had lost. Shot in expansive, luminous landscapes and driven by subtle, naturalistic performances, the film offers a careful, contemplative portrait of time’s passage, friendship and the small, telling details of everyday life. A meditative road movie that privileges atmosphere, silence and quiet emotional shifts.
Join the Jardin team for a friendly community garden party celebrating wellbeing, creativity and shared food. The morning offers wellbeing sessions such as yoga, introductory olfactotherapy and Thai massage, followed by a barbecue-style brunch. The afternoon brings a makers market, second-hand children’s clothing stalls, live music, the Botanic Circus exhibition by Alice Izzo, pop-up food and sweet treats. Workshops are open to everyone; children should be accompanied and some activities have age recommendations.
Genève, Rêve d’Eau turns the lakeside into a spectacular open-air stage where water, light, music and nightlife come together. Alongside immersive aquatic shows and dazzling projections, the programme brings electronic music into the mix with DJ nights designed to keep the summer energy flowing. Expect pumping house beats, live DJ sets, lasers, fountains and a unique atmosphere by the lake — a free celebration where Geneva’s iconic waterfront meets music, light and summer vibes. With its mix of visual spectacle and electronic sounds, Genève, Rêve d’Eau offers a fresh new way to experience the city after dark.
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Jval Openair presents a dynamic open-air music festival showcasing an eclectic mix of emerging and established acts across multiple stages. The announced lineup features Uzi Freyja, Tendinites, Adieu Marcel, Deadletter, Honeyglaze, Parker Leftlover, Valencia Grace, Copycat and Lum, plus late-night aftershows with Cazoule & DJ Zinzin, Aurore & Zou_Diak and Club Katel. Scenic concepts and aftershow programming are developed by Club Katel in collaboration with Jval, offering immersive staging and club-infused atmospheres.
Presented by company UB and performed by Lia Léveillé, Valérie Tacheron, Lionel Perrinjaquet and Vincent Buclin, this dinner-theatre unravels an unsolved murder through staged testimony and close-up clues. The piece blends investigative structure with intimate tableaux, punctuated by moments of dark humour and sustained suspense. Lighting and sound sculpt shifting moods while actors move the audience into the isolated night of the crime, creating a tense, participatory theatrical experience.
Elvett gathers four female voices, a grand piano and a brass quintet into an eleven-piece ensemble showcasing a new set born from a week-long residency. Anchored by the radiant voice of Lyn and the luminous productions of Alain Frey, the music moves between soul, jazz and sacred-inspired sonorities. The project features Soraya Berent on piano, Gaspard Sommer on analog synths, Chloé Baumgartner and Capucine Mugnier on backing vocals, plus a brass section. Coproduction: Barbarella Records and EMA; supported by the City of Geneva.
Zooloo Festival returns for an eclectic two-day celebration welcoming everyone. Across diverse stages the programme mixes folk, rock, reggae and sharp electronic sounds, alongside circus performances, a spicy pepper contest and surprise attractions. By day it keeps a playful fairground atmosphere; at dusk the mood shifts toward a quirky freak-show vibe. The event invites people of all ages to gather, share music and experiences, and celebrate community together.
Variations Musicales de Tannay presents a ten-day classical music festival offering a series of tented concerts featuring invited soloists, chamber ensembles, orchestral projects and family-friendly performances. Programmes range from intimate recitals and chamber music to larger ensemble and orchestral works, with one free family concert aimed at young audiences. Concerts are staged regardless of weather, and the festival emphasizes artistic variety, lyrical expression and accessible programming that invites listeners of all ages into the world of classical music.
Directed by Louis Bonard, Les Voüéces follows two reclusive women, Rodogonde and Frénéjus, who live atop a high tower. Louis Bonard and Michèle Gurtner wrote and perform a piece in an enchanted pseudo‑medieval tongue where voice, embroidery and play weave a poetic fable. The performance probes silence, the passage of time, guilt and the unsettling presence of other voices — ghostly, culpable or absurd — with a blend of darkness and dark humour.
In French.
FURTHER AFIELD
Jval Openair presents a dynamic open-air music festival showcasing an eclectic mix of emerging and established acts across multiple stages. The announced lineup features Uzi Freyja, Tendinites, Adieu Marcel, Deadletter, Honeyglaze, Parker Leftlover, Valencia Grace, Copycat and Lum, plus late-night aftershows with Cazoule & DJ Zinzin, Aurore & Zou_Diak and Club Katel. Scenic concepts and aftershow programming are developed by Club Katel in collaboration with Jval, offering immersive staging and club-infused atmospheres.
Join a friendly Jass tournament hosted by a local wrestling club, welcoming players and community members of all levels. Form teams of two to compete in relaxed, convivial rounds that celebrate social play and local tradition. Whether you’re experienced or new to Jass, come to meet neighbors, enjoy shared games, and strengthen community ties in an inclusive atmosphere. Everyone is encouraged to participate.
Cristian Mungiu’s intimate drama follows the Gheorghiu family, a devout Romanian–Norwegian couple who settle by a remote Norwegian fjord. As friendships with neighbours blossom and the children grow inseparable, a discovery at school upends their way of life. Mungiu observes faith, parental authority and communal scrutiny with precise, austere cinematography, letting silences and landscape carry moral tension. Winner of the Palme d’Or at Cannes 2026, the film unfolds as a measured study of belief, protection and isolation.
Première with director Cristian Mungiu. Original version with French subtitles.
To mark its 21st anniversary, Geneva’s label HU presents a night of five short, immersive experimental electronic performances. Artists ENOIA, DA SAZ, GOODBYE IVAN, VINCENT HÄNNI and POL offer sculpted sound worlds that blur rhythm and texture, using spatialised electronics and subtle lighting to conjure uncanny atmospheres. The program favors intimate, exploratory set pieces that invite deep listening and physical presence. A shared meal by Tito (Peru) accompanies the evening, adding a communal dimension to the sonic journey.
Join a playful musical afternoon where children explore rhythms, silences and sounds through games and hands-on instrument discovery. Guided by musician Tom Mendy, participants experiment, listen, create and play in a safe, sensory-focused workshop that encourages imagination and teamwork. The session concludes with a chance to meet a musical group and learn about ensemble dynamics, sounds and performance approach.
Kids ages 9–11.
Thirty days of walking across Scotland: two longtime friends trek six hundred kilometres through the Scottish Highlands to reconnect with each other, renew their bond with nature and recover parts of themselves they had lost. Shot in expansive, luminous landscapes and driven by subtle, naturalistic performances, the film offers a careful, contemplative portrait of time’s passage, friendship and the small, telling details of everyday life. A meditative road movie that privileges atmosphere, silence and quiet emotional shifts.
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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.
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