THE OLD BACHELOR
Screening of THE OLD BACHELOR (Iran 2024), directed by Oktay Baraheni, as part of the TEHERAN series at Stadtkino Basel. An intimate Iranian feature that invites audiences to explore contemporary Tehran cinema through subtitled storytelling and nuanced performances.
Dark Hearts Comedy SPECIAL (English) with Tera! Beast Basel
One-night-only English-language stand-up special by comedian Tera at The Beast Comedy Club in Basel. Dark humor about romance, aging and world politics, with no topic off-limits. Doors 18:30, show starts 19:00—an intimate, provocative evening.
DOPPELEILANDPACK (Love Goddesses of Blood Island)
Screening of the long-lost 1964 cult gore-comedy DOPPELEILANDPACK by Richard S. Flink at Neues Kino Basel. The 62-minute English-language film follows an astronaut stranded on an island inhabited by women who desire men and their innards, delivering a bizarre mix of underground kitsch and splatter.
Bodypainting Workshop
Dive into bodypainting techniques at Sommercasino (NEXUS) on April 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM. A hands-on workshop guiding you through design concepts, skin-safe paints, and layering tricks in a creative studio at the vibrant venue.
BACK TO THE 90s
Take a nostalgic trip to the 1990s at Sudhaus as DJs spin classic dance hits from the era. This neon-soaked nightlife night invites you to dust off your windbreakers and relive the era with big tunes, flashy visuals, and a club-by-club vibe. A guaranteed high-energy retro party in Zurich.
DoppelEilandpack (1960) – Basel Screening
Ciné sonderbar presents the 1960 German black-and-white horror feature DoppelEilandpack by Fritz Böttger. A plane crash strands dancers on a deserted island where a giant spider-creature lurks. A rare, stylish genre curio shown at Neues Kino Basel.
Social Saturday at Noohn Bar
Casual Basel meetup at Restaurant Noohn for drinks with fellow attendees, then a chance to keep the night going with dancing at nearby clubs. Attendees connect via Instagram and WhatsApp to coordinate and welcome newcomers.
Narrative carpet
Young children (ages 3–6) are invited to sit on a colorful carpet in front of Fondation Beyeler’s artworks, listen to short tales, and share their own stories in a playful, family-friendly museum experience.
Pussy Riot: Riot Days
Pussy Riot brings Riot Days to Kaserne Basel for a provocative punk performance blending music and theatre, with political energy and bold visuals, in Basel on April 12, 2026 at 16:00.
The history of healing
Explore Basel's Pharmacy Museum on a guided tour through five millennia of healing—from ancient remedies and amulets to laboratory equipment, with expert insights into how medicine evolved.
TATTI, PAESE DI SOGNATORI
Screening of TATTI, PAESE DI SOGNATORI at Kulturhaus Palazzo Kino in Zurich, delivering an Italian-language cinema experience in the city’s historic Palazzo venue with intimate storytelling and distinctive visuals.
Kill Bert - Comedic Storytelling
At The Beast Basel Comedy Club, Kill Bert delivers a night of comedic storytelling as Albert Louw and friends share surreal, laugh-out-loud stories on stage. A curated, intimate show blending wit, imagination, and Basel nightlife.
Fin de partie
Premiere of an opera at Theater Basel, blending striking stagecraft with a rich musical score in the historic Swiss venue. An intellectually charged, formal evening for opera lovers and culture seekers.
Two films on water ownership and global responsibility
An afternoon screening of two documentaries exploring who owns water, our ecosystems, and global responsibility. Set in Basel, the program invites reflection on environmental ethics, resource governance, and the human impact of water systems.
Voice Passion
An evocative Celtic-inspired soundtrack concert at Stadtcasino Basel, delivering live renditions of themes from Outlander, Vikings, and The Last Kingdom by a skilled ensemble in a grand concert hall.
SCHLAGERNACHT | party
Schlager Nacht party at Sudhaus offers a lively German-pop Schlager night in a cozy indoor club setting; expect danceable tunes, DJ sets, and a bustling nightlife vibe in Switzerland.
Daydance
Daydance returns to Sommercasino's SAAL with a high-energy electronic daytime party, inviting dancers to move to pulsating beats in Basel's intimate indoor venue.
Life drawing session at H95 Basel
Join a casual life-drawing session at H95 Raum für Kultur in Basel. No reservation needed—first come, first served. Bring your sketchbook and practice figure drawing; no instructor, open to artists of all levels in a relaxed studio setting.
Heilung oder Rausch?
Public tour at the University of Basel with Dr. Patrick Vizeli from the Department of Biomedicine, highlighting current biomedical research on healing. An informative encounter that bridges science and public interest in a university setting.
Conference at Atlantis
An upscale Basel conference at Atlantis blending industry talks with a funk and soul music vibe inside a club setting, offering panels, networking, and a stylish, music-forward atmosphere.
REVOLUTIONARY ROAD
Screening of Revolutionary Road (2008), directed by Sam Mendes and featuring Leonardo DiCaprio, at Stadtkino Basel. This English-language drama about suburban dreams unfolds on the cinema's big screen, offering a gripping, character-driven experience. Matinee on April 12, 2026 at 16:00.
TERRESTRIAL VERSES
A 2023 Iranian feature shown at Stadtkino Basel as part of the TEHERAN Reihe. Directed by Ali Asgari and Alireza Khatami, Terrestrial Verses screens in Basel, offering a contemporary Iranian cinema experience in the intimate cinema setting.
Rigoletto
Experience Verdi’s timeless tragedy in Rigoletto, staged in three acts at Basel’s Großes Haus. A classic opera with lush melodies, dramatic arias, and grand production values in a renowned theatre setting.
Kammerorchester Basel mit Giulia Semenzato
Experience an intimate evening of classical masterworks as Kammerorchester Basel performs Haydn in Love with Giulia Semenzato at Stadtcasino Basel. A refined program in Basel's grand venue blending period-accurate sound with modern artistry.
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