Events in Genève

Vitafoods Europe

Wed, 6 May 2026

Palexpo

Conference

Vitafoods Europe is a premier conference at Palexpo, Geneva, gathering global suppliers, researchers and buyers to explore nutraceutical ingredients, sourcing, and innovations in the food and wellness sectors.

Launch: Safe disposal of unused medicines — One Health for national systems

Wed, 6 May 2026

Conference

Online launch in Geneva exploring a One Health approach to the safe disposal of unused medicines within national systems. Policymakers, environmental and health experts outline regulatory steps, data sharing, and practical take-back programs to reduce medicine waste. A high-level kickoff for international collaboration on pharmaceutical waste management.

Medicinal plants from here and elsewhere

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 14:00

Jardin Botanique de Genève (Conservatoire et Jardin botaniques de la Ville de Genève)

Art

Join gardeners Léa Cosandey and Camille Fournier for a guided tour at Jardin Botanique de Genève to explore medicinal plants, their traditional uses, and the properties that make them valuable in herbal healing.

9ÈME SYMPHONIE DE BEETHOVEN

Thu, 7 May 2026

Victoria Hall Plaza

Music

Beethoven's 9th Symphony performed in the grand Victoria Hall, Geneva, delivering monumental orchestral power and a triumphant choral finale in a historic concert venue known for its acoustics.

Do plants also have 5 senses?

Wed, 6 May 2026

Jardin Botanique de Genève

Workshop

Join a hands-on workshop in Geneva exploring whether plants have senses, featuring interactive experiments on plant perception, demonstrations of signaling, and discussions on how plants navigate their world.

Diosmos @ Urgence Disk

Tue, 5 May 2026 at 20:00

Urgence Disk Records

Music

Cérémonie de remise des prix - Concours Eduki 2026

Wed, 6 May 2026

Palais des Nations

Conference

An international awards ceremony in Geneva celebrating winners of the Eduki 2026 contest at the Palais des Nations. This formal conference-style event invites students and professionals in education to recognize achievement, hear brief remarks, and kick off Eduki’s latest edition.

Medicinal plants from here and elsewhere

Wed, 6 May 2026

Workshop

Join a guided visit in Geneva to explore medicinal plants from local habitats and distant regions. Learn how herbs have been used in traditional healing, with practical tips on identifying species, preparing remedies, and sustainable harvesting in urban gardens.

NIKOS PORTOKALOGLOU

Wed, 6 May 2026

Music

Experience an intimate live concert by Greek singer-songwriter Nikos Portokaloglou in Geneva. Expect soulful Greek folk and pop tunes, engaging storytelling between songs, and a vibrant night of melodic atmosphere in a welcoming venue.

CALEXICO

Thu, 7 May 2026

Music

Calexico brings their cinematic indie-rock and Tex-Mex Americana to Geneva, delivering spellbinding guitar textures, desert-inspired melodies, and a sun-soaked borderland atmosphere at the city's live venue.

Petites bêtes et créatures magiques

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 15:00

Maison Tavel

Family

Join a family-friendly storytelling afternoon at Maison Tavel in Geneva to explore tiny beasts and magical creatures through engaging tales, perfect for kids and parents seeking whimsy in a cozy museum setting.

ITU Focus Group on Embodied AI for Multimedia Technologies

Wed, 6 May 2026

https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-T/studygroups/2025-2028/17/Pages/default.aspx

Conference

International Geneva event: ITU Focus Group on Embodied AI for Multimedia Technologies, a standards-focused conference session. It gathers researchers, industry representatives and policy makers to discuss embodied AI interfaces, interoperability, and the future specs for multimedia systems.

Group of Experts on Passenger Information in Stations and Hubs - 4th session

Wed, 6 May 2026

Palais des Nations

Conference

International Geneva hosts the 4th session of the Group of Experts on Passenger Information in Stations and Hubs at Palais des Nations, bringing transport policy experts together to discuss standards, data sharing, and passenger guidance across hubs and stations.

La Course d'école 2026

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 17:00

Théâtre des Grottes

Family

Family-friendly puppet show at Théâtre des Marionnettes de Genève: La Course d'école 2026 invites families for an afternoon of playful storytelling, colorful marionettes, and gentle school-life comedy on a cozy Geneva stage.

Affordability of healthy diets

Thu, 7 May 2026

Palais des Nations

Conference

International Geneva conference at Palais des Nations examining how to make healthy diets affordable, gathering policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to explore nutrition economics, food systems, and policy pathways for access to healthy foods worldwide.

L'immense Gala: Improv Dubbing Troupe

Thu, 7 May 2026

Theater

A glamorous gala by the troupe of improvised dubbing delivers witty, live theatre in Geneva—watch performers improvise voiceovers, blending stage acting with inventive dubbing for a unique, entertaining night.

DJ set at the opening: Mah'mood

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 19:00

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Music

Mah'mood headlines a DJ set opening the exhibition What is the future? at MEG Garden. The evening blends electronic sounds with contemporary art as guests wander the galleries from 7pm to 10pm, creating a vibrant kickoff for the new show.

Disco-kids at the opening

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 16:00

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

Kids dance the afternoon away in the MEG foyer during the museum opening, with a lively disco and a cotton-candy bike. This family-friendly event, presented by Collectif du Feu de dieu, runs from 4 to 6 pm and promises playful tunes, snacks, and a warm museum welcome in Geneva.

Explore Demain - Lake Fish and Sustainable Fishing

Thu, 7 May 2026

Lecture

Explore Demain presents a concise science lecture on sustainable fishing in Lake Geneva. Learn about local fish species, eco-friendly practices, and how communities can safeguard the lake's ecology, with expert insights on policies and everyday actions.

À l'aune

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:00

Scènes du Grütli

Theater

À l'aune is a contemporary theatre piece staged at Scènes du Grütli in Geneva, offering intimate storytelling and precise stagecraft that invites reflection on perception, time, and memory.

tabou

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:00

Maison Saint-Gervais

Theater

Tabou, a theatre piece starring Jean-Daniel Piguet, is staged at Maison Saint-Gervais in Geneva. An intimate, thought-provoking performance that probes taboos through sharp dialogue and precise staging, showcasing contemporary Francophone theatre in a historic venue.

CALEXICO

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:00

Alhambra Hall

Music

Calexico brings desert-tinged indie/world-rock to Paris's Alhambra, delivering cinematic melodies, twangy guitars and sweeping rhythms that fuse Americana with Latin textures for a moody, unforgettable live night.

Future, what's that? — Exhibition Opening

Wed, 6 May 2026 · All day

MEG

Art

Opening of the exhibition 'Future, what's that?' in Geneva, with a vernissage and doors open to the public, offering a first immersive glimpse into contemporary ideas about the future.

NIKOS PORTOKALOGLOU

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:00

Alhambra Hall

Music

Greek singer Nikos Portokaloglou headlines a live evening at the Alhambra in Paris, delivering soulful vocals and Mediterranean folk-pop tunes in an intimate indoor setting. A memorable night of atmospheric melodies and storytelling.

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