Spiders. Silk, sex and the senses
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.
Origami
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
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.
Wednesday matinée: "Jewish sports clubs"
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.
Tanzfest: WunderWesen
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
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.
Vernissage Nicolas Darrot
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.
Public museum tour
Embark on a guided tour of Hafenmuseum Basel's exhibits. A ~60-minute walk through the harbor museum with stories and facts about each display, led by a guide. Registration required; groups from 6 to 20 participants.
Groundwork
An architecture-focused exhibition at S AM Schweizerisches Architekturmuseum exploring how architects engage sites and ecosystems, using film as a curatorial tool to trace ideas beyond buildings; produced in collaboration with the Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA).
Museum der Kulturen Basel – Admission Prices
Visit the Museum der Kulturen Basel on May 9, 2026 to explore world cultures through engaging exhibits. The linked prices page outlines admission options, helping you plan your visit to this renowned cultural museum.
Artist Talk on «Riesen» with Gilles Jobin and Sabine Himmelsbach
Join Gilles Jobin and Sabine Himmelsbach for an artist talk about Riesen, a contemporary dance work performed on Basel's Kasernenareal and captured for the ARTour app. The session at HEK explores the piece, its choreography, and how technology and live performance converge in electronic art.
Exhibition at Museum der Kulturen Basel
Visit the Museum der Kulturen Basel on Sunday May 10 for a curated exhibition exploring world cultures through artifacts and immersive displays. The Basel institution offers a world-class collection, insightful perspectives on cultural heritage, and accessible insights for families and adults alike.
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New Rituals [for the End of the World]
Basel's HEK presents an immersive art exhibition exploring 'new rituals' that blend technology with spirituality, probing re-enchantment in a technologised world through contemporary works.
Hot Hot Hot GmbH
Join Hot Hot Hot GmbH at Ausstellungsraum Klingental for the finissage party, featuring an interactive food experience, drinks, and live music—an art-space celebration blending cuisine, performance, and community in Basel.
Guided tour for people with visual impairments and blind people
Join a guided tour at Museum Tinguely tailored for visually impaired and blind visitors. The session offers accessible descriptions and sensory engagement with the museum's kinetic artworks, providing an inclusive view of Basel's iconic collection.
Sun 17 May – Basel Museum Exhibition
Visit Museum der Kulturen Basel on Sunday, May 17, 2026 for an art exhibition featuring world-cultural artifacts. Housed in Basel's renowned cultural institution, this indoor display invites quiet exploration of diverse cultures and design.
International Museum Day
On International Museum Day at Augusta Raurica, explore Roman banquets, ceramics, bread baking, and a guided tour of a special exhibition, with an opportunity to taste Roman wine and discover ancient daily life in a vivid, family-friendly setting.
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Wednesday matinée: New Rituals [for the End of the World]
Dialogical tour of the exhibition Quantum Visions at HEK as part of Museums Basel's Mittwoch-Matinée, blending art and science to reflect on nature's mysteries. The event is priced CHF 10 (CHF 5 under 16) and conducted in German.
Vernissage: Love of detail - plaster casts of Basel Minster
Opening ceremony for the new special exhibition Love of detail — plaster casts from Basel Minster at Museum Kleines Klingental. Explore intricate plaster replicas of Basel Cathedral and discover the craftsmanship behind centuries of architectural detail.
Drawing Night
An evening at Cartoonmuseum Basel pairing José Muñoz’s expressive painting with live tango and jazz performed by Basel Jazz School students, creating a dialogue between image and sound in a playful Drink’n Draw collaboration.
Liveable City: Danish Urban Development & Basel Dialogue
An exhibition at Museum Kleines Klingental showcasing Danish urban planning successes for liveable cities, featuring greenery, biodiversity, sustainable architecture, and a city-dialogue linking Basel with Copenhagen’s urban ideas.
Museum der Kulturen Basel: Exhibition Day
Explore global cultural artifacts at Museum der Kulturen Basel. Indoor galleries showcase rotating exhibitions and immersive displays in a historic Basel venue, offering a thoughtful, family-friendly day of learning. Check the museum's site for current exhibitions and entry prices.
Pierre Huyghe
Major new Pierre Huyghe exhibition at Fondation Beyeler Basel, presenting newly conceived works alongside key recent pieces to explore cinema, technology and biology within the museum's expansive galleries.
Physical Introduction: Angelica Mesiti
Vernissage for Angelica Mesiti's Physical Introduction at Museum Tinguely, Basel. An indoor contemporary-art opening showcasing Mesiti's immersive installation and inviting visitors to explore the museum's dynamic space.
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