Events for Adults in Basel

Spiders. Silk, sex and the senses

Tue, 5 May 2026 · All day

Museum.BL

Art

An immersive arachnid exhibition at Museum.BL Basel, exploring how spiders use silk, senses, and venom to survive. Learn about 50,000 known species (1000 in Switzerland) and the remarkable behaviors that fascinate and repulse visitors alike.

Straumann Conference Basel

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 11:00

Congress Center Basel

Conference

A professional conference organized by Straumann Holding AG at Congress Center Basel, featuring industry insights into dental implants, biomaterials, and healthcare innovations. Attendees can expect keynotes, panel discussions, and exhibitor showcases on May 5, 2026.

Poschner probiert

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 14:15

Stadtcasino Basel

Music

Sinfonieorchester Basel performs Poschner probiert at Stadtcasino Basel, delivering a refined classical program under a renowned conductor. An intimate matinee in Basel's premier concert hall with warm orchestral textures and crisp, expressive solos.

Gautier Capuçon | Mirabelle Kajenjeri

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 21:30

Stadtcasino Basel

Music

An intimate classical evening with cello star Gautier Capuçon and Mirabelle Kajenjeri at Stadtcasino Basel Musiksaal, presenting a program of refined chamber works in Basel's historic concert hall, celebrated for exquisite acoustics and elegant atmosphere.

Philipp Langenegger, Madlaina Küng, Simon Lüthi: Grock – Der Jahrhundertclown

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 22:00

Theater Tabourettli

Theater

An homage to Grock, the century-clown, as Philipp Langenegger, Madlaina Küng and Simon Lüthi bring mime, music and surprises to Tabourettli. A biographical, theatrical evening celebrating a legendary era of stage magic and humor.

Jazz at Bird's Eye Jazz Club

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 22:30

Bird's Eye Jazz Club

Music

Jazz concert at Bird's Eye Jazz Club in Zurich at 8:30 PM. Enjoy a high-quality live performance in an intimate club setting with door prices CHF 16 and CHF 10.

Wolfgang Muthspiel & Colin Vallon live

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 22:30

Bird's Eye Jazz Club

Music

On May 5, 2026 at 8:30 PM, jazz duo Wolfgang Muthspiel (guitar) and Colin Vallon (piano) perform at Bird's Eye Jazz Club in Zurich. A refined night of intimate improvisation and masterful musical dialogue.

Wednesday matinée: "Jewish sports clubs"

Wed, 6 May 2026 · All day

Jüdisches Museum der Schweiz

Art

This matinée at the Jüdisches Museum der Schweiz traces Jewish sports clubs in Basel and Switzerland through the 20th century, linking a guided tour to the museum's new exhibition opened in December 2025. A scholarly, in-depth look at social history through sport.

Origami

Wed, 6 May 2026

Basler Papiermühle (Schweizerisches Museum für Papier, Schrift und Druck)

Art

Discover origami at Basler Papiermühle with a guided, open workshop included in museum admission. Guests of all ages—kids, families, and adults—learn folding techniques and create colorful paper artworks under expert guidance in a welcoming indoor setting.

Museum der Kulturen Basel exhibition

Wed, 6 May 2026 · All day

Museum der Kulturen Basel

Art

Explore a compelling cultural exhibition at Museum der Kulturen Basel. Discover global artifacts and immersive displays in a space that blends historic architecture with contemporary storytelling, inviting reflection on diverse cultures.

Leidenschaftlich

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 21:30

Stadtcasino Basel

Music

Experience an elegant Basel evening as the Basel Symphony Orchestra performs a stirring symphony program at Stadtcasino Basel. Leidenschaftlich promises lush orchestral textures, refined dynamics, and a memorable classical concert in a prestigious venue.

Olaf Schubert & seine Freunde - Jetzt oder now!

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:00

Musical Theater Basel

Comedy

German stand-up comedian Olaf Schubert performs with his friends in Jetzt oder now! at Musical Theater Basel, delivering sharp, playful humor in an intimate indoor venue for a memorable Basel night.

Offbeat Jazz Festival: Erskine, Mintzer, Pasqua & Oles

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:00

Volkshaus Basel

Music

Experience an electrifying night at Volkshaus Basel as the Offbeat Jazz Festival presents Peter Erskine, Bob Mintzer, Alan Pasqua and Darek Oles in a high-energy program of modern jazz, fusion, and masterful improvisation.

Wolfgang Muthspiel Chamber Trio

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:30

Bird's Eye Jazz Club

Music

Jazz guitarist Wolfgang Muthspiel leads his Chamber Trio (Mario Rom on trumpet, Colin Vallon on piano) on a release-tour stop at Bird's Eye Jazz Club. A refined, intimate night of virtuosic chamber jazz in Zurich's beloved club, spotlighting deft interplay and lyrical improvisation.

Baptiste Cazaux

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 18:00

Kaserne Basel

Music

Baptiste Cazaux performs a live set at Kaserne Basel, delivering intimate melodies in Basel's artistic venue. Expect refined vocals and melodic passages in an edgy, artsy space known for bold programming.

Tanzfest: WunderWesen

Thu, 7 May 2026 · All day

Museum Tinguely

Art

Opening night Tanzfest: WunderWesen at Museum Tinguely in Basel, blending contemporary dance with the museum’s kinetic sculptures. An immersive vernissage where performers respond to space and sculpture, inviting visitors to experience movement as living art.

Fokusführung: Wildlife Photographer of the Year

Thu, 7 May 2026 · All day

Naturhistorisches Museum Basel

Art

Join a curator-led focus tour of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition at Naturhistorisches Museum Basel. Discover what makes a stunning nature photo, followed by After Hours in the museum bar.

End-of-Season-Party: After Hours – Chillen im Museum

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 20:00

Naturhistorisches Museum Basel

Music

Basel's Naturhistorisches Museum hosts the season finale of its long-running After Hours party with resident DJs Flavah Nice, Ribose, Shaka, and The Haze. Expect high-energy electronic sets inside the museum, celebrating 15 years of nocturnal events and a club-night vibe in an iconic venue.

Ask Me Anything: DayOne Accelerator 2026 Call for Applications

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 20:00

SIP Basel Area

Tech

Join DayOne's AMA for the 2026 Call for Applications with DayOne Portfolio Lead CéCile Tardy-Srinivasan and Ursula Costa. Learn how the accelerator supports early-stage tech startups addressing pharma R&D, eligibility criteria, and how to apply for the 2026 cohort. The in-person session at SIP Basel Area offers practical insights for founders in Basel.

Vernissage Nicolas Darrot

Thu, 7 May 2026 · All day

Museum Tinguely

Art

Attend the opening night of Nicolas Darrot's exhibition at Museum Tinguely in Basel, where new works debut in a celebrated modern-art venue during a May vernissage.

Gesellschaft mit besonderer Hingabe (GmbH)

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 21:30

Schauspielhaus Theater Basel

Theater

Premiere of Gesellschaft mit besonderer Hingabe (GmbH) at Schauspielhaus Basel. This contemporary theater piece brings bold storytelling to Basel's historic stage, opening on May 7, 2026. A must-see for theatre lovers.

ENGIN Konzert

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:00

Sudhaus

Music

ENGIN delivers a live electronic concert at Sudhaus, a cozy indoor Swiss venue. Expect immersive synth textures, punchy rhythms, and a club-like atmosphere that makes for an energetic, intimate evening.

Support Nicola

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:00

The Atlantis

Music

Join Nicola for a live singer-songwriter night at Atlantis Basel, blending German pop with intimate storytelling and melodic guitar. An intimate indoor venue captures the raw emotion of contemporary pop and Nicola's distinctive voice.

Manuel Stahlberger: «Es geht»

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:15

Theater im Teufelhof Basel

Theater

Manuel Stahlberger presents his new solo program Es geht at Der Teufelhof Basel, delivering dry, laconic humor through a collage of family relics, old documents, and songs about everyday life. A sharp, intimate theater experience marked by Stahlberger’s pared-down wit and deadpan timing.

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