Intellectual Events & Talks in Genève

An object, a sound, a story — Meeting with Koulou

Fri, 3 Jul 2026 · All day

Art

Experience an immersive guided visit with Koulou in Geneva, where an object, a soundscape, and a story intertwine for a unique arts encounter. The intimate tour invites reflection on objects and storytelling through sound, set in a contemporary art setting. Perfect for culture lovers seeking a thoughtful, sensory moment.

Festival international de carillon

Sat, 4 Jul 2026 at 22:00

Cathédrale Saint-Pierre, Genève

Music

Experience the Festival international de carillon inside the historic Cathédrale Saint-Pierre as world-class carillon artists perform in a resonant cathedral setting. This Geneva concert on 4 July 2026 at 20:00 blends centuries-old bell music with a contemporary program, delivering a distinctive sonic atmosphere.

MEG Art Workshop: July 5, 2026

Sun, 5 Jul 2026 at 11:30

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

Morning art workshop at the MEG in Geneva as part of the museum's activity program. Participants explore ethnographic-themed artworks through guided activities in a historic venue, blending hands-on learning with museum context.

2026 WHO Product Development for Vaccines Advisory Committee Meeting (PDVAC)

Mon, 6 Jul 2026

World Health Organization Headquarters

Conference

High-level conference at WHO Headquarters in Geneva for the PDVAC, the WHO advisory committee on vaccine product development, detailing strategies, milestones, and regulatory pathways for new vaccines.

Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Consumer Protection Law and Policy, 9th session

Mon, 6 Jul 2026

Palais des Nations

Conference

An international, high-level intergovernmental meeting at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, bringing experts together for the 9th session of the Intergovernmental Group on Consumer Protection Law and Policy to discuss global standards, governance, and policy cooperation.

Open-ended Working Group on Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space | 3rd session

Mon, 6 Jul 2026 · All day

Palais des Nations

Conference

Geneva hosts the Open-ended Working Group on Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space for its 3rd session at Palais des Nations, where diplomats discuss norms, transparency, and risk-reduction measures to curb outer-space armament.

Science, Nature & Literature – À la Rousseau

Tue, 7 Jul 2026

Jardin Botanique de Genève

Lecture

An interdisciplinary lecture in Geneva exploring science, nature, and literature through Rousseau’s ideas, weaving philosophy with Enlightenment thought and literary reflection in an engaging, accessible talk at a local venue.

WIPO 68th Assemblies

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 · All day

WMO Headquarters & Online

Conference

Hybrid assemblies of WIPO member states convene at the Geneva headquarters with online participation for the 68th series of meetings, shaping international IP policy through high-level discussions, negotiations, and strategic sessions.

AI for Good Global Summit 2026

Tue, 7 Jul 2026

Conference

Global AI summit in Geneva hosted by ITU, gathering policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers to discuss responsible AI, ethical guidelines, and real-world applications at the AI for Good Global Summit 2026.

Summer Special: Ottoki at MEG

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 at 15:00

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Family

Family-friendly afternoon at the MEG in Geneva exploring an ethnography exhibit via the library and permanent collection, with Ottoki featured in a guided visit. Free with registration; French-language program. Date: 7 July, 3:00 p.m.

Spécial été: rencontre d'Ottoki (objet, son et histoire)

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 · All day

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

Visit the Musée d’ethnographie de Genève for a guided encounter with Ottoki: an object, its sound, and its story. Through intimate narration in the MEG’s galleries, discover how material culture carries voices across cultures and time.

MEG Exhibition – Ethnography, Geneva

Tue, 7 Jul 2026 · All day

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

Experience a contemporary art exhibition at the Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG) on July 7, 2026, starting at 15:00. The show presents ethnography-inspired artworks that illuminate cultures through contemporary practice, housed in MEG's distinctive galleries in Geneva.

Future Networked Car Symposium

Wed, 8 Jul 2026

WHO Headquarters

Conference

The Future Networked Car Symposium at ITU Headquarters in Geneva brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and researchers to explore how connected vehicles will reshape mobility, safety, and telecom networks. Attendees will hear from experts on standards, data privacy, and autonomous driving in an international setting.

Global Basin Networks on Climate Change Adaptation

Wed, 8 Jul 2026 · All day

Palais des Nations

Conference

An international Geneva conference uniting the Global Network of Basins to advance climate-change adaptation and water-management policy under the UNECE Water Convention, featuring policy briefs, expert panels, and collaborative sessions on resilience.

Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Competition Law and Policy, 23rd session

Wed, 8 Jul 2026

Palais des Nations

Conference

Geneva hosts the 23rd session of the Intergovernmental Group of Experts on Competition Law and Policy, a formal UN meeting where government experts discuss enforcement, policy coherence, and international cooperation under UNCTAD at the Palais des Nations.

Summer special: an object, a sound, a story: discovering the Japan of the samurais

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 at 15:00

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Family

A family-friendly visit at the MEG library and permanent exhibition, exploring Japan's samurai era through objects, sounds and stories. An engaging, educational session for all ages, free with registration.

MEG Ethnography Exhibition

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 · All day

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

MEG showcases an ethnography-themed art exhibition at the Musée d'ethnographie de Genève. On 9 July 2026, attendees can explore multimedia displays and artifacts inside the Geneva museum, with curator insights that illuminate cross-cultural narratives in a curated indoor setting.

Special Summer: Object, Sound & Story — Samurai Japan

Thu, 9 Jul 2026 · All day

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

Join a MEG summer session in Geneva exploring a samurai-era object, its sound, and the stories it tells. This free, registration-required program invites culture lovers to discover Japan's heritage through a vivid object-and-story experience.

Special Summer: Object, Sound & Story with Bama and the Sanza

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 · All day

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

This MEG summer special invites visitors to explore an object, its sound, and a story with Bama, revealing the secrets of the sanza. Set in Geneva's Musée d'ethnographie, the program blends ethnography and storytelling in an intimate museum setting.

UN Expert Mechanism on Indigenous Peoples – 19th Session

Mon, 13 Jul 2026

Palais des Nations

Conference

International Geneva hosts the 19th session of the UN Human Rights Council Expert Mechanism on Indigenous Peoples at Palais des Nations, where international experts discuss standards, rights protections, and actionable recommendations for Indigenous communities worldwide.

Spécial été: un objet, un son, une histoire – voeux de Vany

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 · All day

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

At the Musée d'ethnographie de Genève, Spécial été invites visitors to a sensory encounter: an object, its sound, and a story revealing Vany's wishes. This intimate installation blends material culture, audio, and narrative to explore meaning within a contemporary ethnography setting.

Ethnographic Art Exhibition at MEG

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 · All day

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

Explore ethnographic art at the Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG) with a temporary exhibition featuring cultural artifacts and immersive displays. The program begins on 14 July 2026 at 3:00 PM in Geneva, offering insights into diverse communities.

Summer special: meeting the salmon boy

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 at 15:00

MEG

Family

Family-friendly visit at MEG to explore an aspect of the permanent exhibition, including the library. Free with registration and conducted in French. Meet on Thursday 16 July at 3:00 pm inside the museum.

Art exhibition at MEG (Geneva)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 · All day

Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG)

Art

Explore ethnographic and contemporary art at MEG, the Musée d'ethnographie de Genève, in Geneva. An indoor art exhibition on July 16, 2026 features curated works from the MEG collection in a museum setting, with timings listed on the MEG program page.

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