Straumann Conference Basel
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
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
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.

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.
Leidenschaftlich
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.
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.
Gesellschaft mit besonderer Hingabe (GmbH)
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.
Kammerorchester Basel mit Wilde Frang
A refined evening as Kammerorchester Basel performs with Wilde Frang at Stadtcasino Basel, presenting the Aufbruch program in an intimate chamber-music setting with lush strings and standout solo virtuosity.
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.
Away from home — Zu Gast in München
The Sinfonieorchester Basel performs a guest program in Stadtcasino Basel as part of its 2026/27 season, celebrating a 'Away from home – Zu Gast in München' showcase with a refined classical repertoire. An elegant night in Basel's storied concert hall.
Schweizer Jugend-Sinfonie-Orchester
Schweizer Jugend-Sinfonie-Orchester performs a SunDay Concert at Stadtcasino Basel, delivering a vibrant classical program in Basel’s historic concert hall—an engaging Sunday evening for families and classical music lovers.
Forum Osteuropa
Forum Osteuropa at Kaserne Basel offers a music-forward evening exploring Eastern European themes through contemporary sounds. In the intimate, industrial-chic setting, expect evocative performances paired with thoughtful context that invites reflection on regional culture.
Buchvorstellung
Book presentation at Hirscheneck with Ralph Hug, exploring 'pueblos en armas' about around 800 Swiss volunteers in the Spanish Civil War, highlighting solidarity against fascism and a history we must remember.
“Lo Spirito di Locarno”
Il Teatro Paravento presents Lo Spirito di Locarno at Scala Basel. This Italian-language theatre piece brings a dramatic evening to Basel, scheduled for May 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM. An intimate, literary performance that highlights Italian stage craft in a historic Basel venue.
New Works: Hakobyan/Jung
Contemporary ballet by Hakobyan and Jung at Schauspielhaus Basel. Two new works showcased in Theater Basel, blending precise classical technique with contemporary movement in a refined, urban venue.
Guarneri Trio Prag
Guarneri Trio Prag performs an intimate chamber-music program at Stadtcasino Basel in Basel, starting at 7:30 pm, delivering a refined piano-trio recital in the grand concert hall.
Maiglanz
The Vivi Molle Ballet School presents Maiglanz at Scala Basel, showcasing the school's young dancers in a polished student performance. A graceful evening of ballet, technique, and stagecraft from aspiring ballerinas. A family-friendly, intimate venue experience in Basel.

Dialogue tour: The perfect dinner at Augusta Raurica
Join a guided dialogue through the Augusta Raurica exhibition 'The perfect dinner. Romans, power and rubbish' to explore Roman banquets, social structures, and politics, with interactive stations and a final Roman wine tasting.
Academy of St Martin in the Fields | Lucas und Arthur Jussen
An evening of orchestral brilliance as the Academy of St Martin in the Fields performs with Lucas and Arthur Jussen at Stadtcasino Basel Musiksaal, delivering beloved symphonic gems in Basel's historic concert hall.

Schwanensee - Ballett mit Orchester
Schwanensee - Ballett mit Orchester at Musical Theater Basel brings Tchaikovsky's iconic ballet to life with full orchestral accompaniment in Basel's premier venue, offering an elegant evening of precision dancing and lush music.

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.
Schlusskonzert FHNW
Season finale concert for FHNW featuring the Basel Symphony Orchestra at Stadtcasino Basel, presenting a program of orchestral masterworks in Basel's iconic concert hall.

Public harbour tour
Join a 2-hour guided harbour tour at Hafenmuseum Basel. This program blends a short PowerPoint lecture on the history, current significance, and future role of Basel’s Rhine ports with a walk along public quay paths and a visit to the Port Museum's modern logistics and navigation exhibition.
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