Events in Basel

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.

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.

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.

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.

Global Innovation Summit 2026

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 12:30

Congress Center Basel, Messeplatz 21, 4058 Basel

Tech

Explore biotech innovation and enabling tech at the Global Innovation Summit 2026 in Basel. Hosted by Eureka Swiss Chair (Innosuisse), the conference spotlights digitalisation, translational research, chemistry, manufacturing, and quality-control processes shaping the biotech industry.

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.

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.

Swiss Biotech Association Conference

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 11:00

Congress Center Basel

Conference

Join the Swiss Biotech Association at Congress Center Basel for a comprehensive biotech conference featuring industry trends, regulatory updates, and networking with life-science professionals.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

mini.musik: Hoch hinaus!

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 11:00

Vorstadttheater Basel

Music

Family-friendly morning concert by Basel's Sinfonieorchester Basel: mini.musik presents Hoch hinaus!, a Kindergarten performance at Vorstadttheater Basel, inviting children and families to experience live classical music in a playful, accessible 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.

Don Quijote Musical Theatre

Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:30

Schauspielhaus Theater Basel

Theater

Premiere of Don Quijote Musical Theatre at Schauspielhaus Basel. This grand production blends Cervantes' classic tale with lush live music and dynamic staging inside Theater Basel, offering a fresh, high-energy theatre experience.

HECHT - Lovers Tour

Sat, 9 May 2026

St. Jakobshalle Basel

Sports

HECHT – Lovers Tour lands at St. Jakobshalle Basel on May 9, 2026, delivering a sport-focused event in Basel's premier indoor arena. A touring stop with competitive action and fan engagement in a high-energy setting.

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.

Nature excursion: The fascination of landscape

Sat, 9 May 2026

Fondation Beyeler

Workshop

Join a guided outdoor workshop at Fondation Beyeler and Landschaftspark Wiese, blending perceptual exercises with natural history and creative tasks led by an art educator and a ranger for a 3.5 km landscape conversation.

Solo Series | 1. Set

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:30

Bird's Eye Jazz Club

Music

Sheldon Suter performs a focused solo set in Solo Series: 1. Set at Bird's Eye Jazz Club. Expect drums, zither, percussion and FX weaving tactile textures into an intimate, contemporary jazz night in Zurich.

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.

Kammerorchester Basel mit Wilde Frang

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 21:30

Stadtcasino Basel

Music

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.

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