Zurich | Anne-Sophie Mutter Concert | Tonhalle Gesellschaft
Oct 3, 2026 (UTC+1)
Zurich
Arts
Vilhelm Hammershøi: "The Eye That Listens" | Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich)
Jul 3–Oct 25, 2026 (UTC+1)
Zurich
Exhibitions
A tranquil space, soft light, and subtle alterations to the familiar: the Kunstmuseum Zurich will host Switzerland's first comprehensive museum exhibition of Wilhelm Hammershøi's work. His paintings emphasize perception, atmosphere, and the delicate tension between space and objects.Empty rooms, closed doors, figures with their backs to the viewer: Hammershøi's paintings eschew narrative. There is no action, but rather a sense of focused concentration. The space is both familiar and strange, light gently sweeping across the walls, objects presenting a serene presence.His work is characterized by the most subtle gradations of soft color. The almost imperceptible variations within recurring themes sharpen the viewer's perception, making perception itself the subject of the work.Through interaction with the international art movements of his time, Hammershøi developed a unique visual language. His similarities to James McNeill Whistler are evident in his minimalist approach and focus on formal elements. At the same time, his work exhibits a surprising modernity, comparable to artists such as Giorgio Morandi. His focus on music further expands the dimensions of his art: instruments such as the cello or piano appear in his paintings, creating a tense stillness—like the moment before the first note. In addition to his signature interior paintings, this exhibition also features his portraits, cityscapes, and landscapes, placing his work within a broader art historical context.
La Bâtie Festival | Geneva
Aug 25–Sep 13, 2026 (UTC+1)
Geneva
Celebration
The Labati Festival is a diverse arts festival held annually around September in the Geneva area, featuring live performances, dance, concerts, and DJ sets. It has become an unmissable event in Geneva's autumn (late August to early September). Serving as a catalyst for art and social interaction, the event provides opportunities to meet international art giants, discover local and regional rising stars, experience unprecedented aesthetic stimulation, and broaden one's global perspective.
SummerDays Festival Arbon 2026 | Arbon
Aug 28–Aug 29, 2026 (UTC+1)
Arbon
Music Festivals
Zurich | J. Cole: The Fall-Off Tour | Hallenstadion
Oct 9, 2026 (UTC+1)
Zurich
Concerts
Mothers Circle & Cake Decorating Workshop | Partington Library and Wellbeing Centre
Aug 24, 2026 (UTC+1)
Conters Im Prattigau
Family Events
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Blood Orange: Tour 2026 2026 (Zürich) | Komplex 457
The Bernese Oberland's only wine festival, the traditional Spiez market, and a leisurely wine tasting walk offer a wonderful autumn weekend. A culinary journey along a panoramic 3.5km walking trail through the beautiful vineyards of Spiez takes place on the Saturday before the "Läset-Sunntig" festival, in honor of Spiez wines. Participants experience a diverse array of culinary highlights at nine different locations. The evening concludes with musical entertainment to bring the day to a perfect close.