17 upcoming art events
Naegeli Totentanz
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 at 13:00
Altstadtkirchen Zürich
Experience Naegeli Totentanz in the historic Altstadtkirchen. This art exhibition centers on the Totentanz motif, presented in a church setting that invites quiet reflection and dialogue between medieval symbolism and contemporary interpretation.
The tropical Zurich
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 at 16:00
Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung
Discover The Tropical Zurich, a botanical exhibition at Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung in Zurich. Explore lush tropical plants and immersive displays that bring rainforest flora to the city, with educational insights ideal for families and curious adults.
Pflanzen als Medizin - Vielfalt in der Schweiz
Thu, 15 Oct 2026
Botanischer Garten der Universität Zürich (Botanischer Garten UZH)
A special exhibition at Botanischer Garten UZH exploring medicinal plants and Switzerland’s biodiversity. Discover traditional remedies, modern research, and the healing roles of flora through immersive displays in a lush garden setting. Opens October 15, 2026.
Vilhelm Hammershøi<br />Maler des stillen Klangs
Sun, 25 Oct 2026
Kunsthaus Zürich
Major exhibition on Vilhelm Hammershøi at Kunsthaus Zürich showcasing his muted interiors and portraits in a contemplative retrospective of the Danish painter.
Sabine Marcelis—Light and Color
Fri, 30 Oct 2026
Zürcher Hochschule der Künste (Toni-Areal)
Sabine Marcelis — Light and Color is a solo exhibition at Museum für Gestaltung Zürich presenting sculptural lighting and color-focused installations that reshape space and perception.
Meditative Nachtführung im Grossmünster
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 at 22:00
Altstadtkirchen Zürich
Meditative night guided tour at Zurich's Grossmünster on 27 March 2026 at 22:00 offering a contemplative exploration of the historic church's architecture and spiritual atmosphere; see event page for details.
Turm Grossmünster
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 at 19:00
Altstadtkirchen Zürich
Climb the historic tower at Grossmünster in Zurich's Altstadtkirchen for an evening tour. Learn about the tower’s architecture and the church’s medieval history as city views unfold from the heights. A distinctive cultural highlight hosted by Zürcher Museen.
Bauen für die Macht
Sun, 29 Nov 2026
Pavillon Le Corbusier, Höschgasse 8, Zürich
A major architecture exhibition at Pavillon Le Corbusier in Zurich, exploring how design has shaped power structures across modern history. Running from April 17 to November 29, 2026, the show features plans, models, and archival materials linked to Le Corbusier’s architecture and related projects.
Artemas (UK)
Mon, 16 Nov 2026 at 21:00
X-TRA
A new contemporary art exhibition by Artemas (UK) at X-TRA in Zurich. The show explores identity and space through installations, inviting visitors to engage with immersive works in a venue renowned for cutting-edge contemporary art and live programming.
Die Predigerkirche
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 at 13:00
Altstadtkirchen Zürich
Explore Die Predigerkirche in Zurich’s Old Town. This architecture-and-history focused event invites visitors to discover the church’s medieval features, its role in the city’s development, and the Altstadtkirchen setting through a guided, daylight-friendly program. A thoughtful outing for heritage enthusiasts.
Meditative Nachtführung im Grossmünster
Fri, 27 Nov 2026 at 22:00
Altstadtkirchen Zürich
Meditative night guided tour at Zurich's Grossmünster on 27 March 2026 at 22:00 offering a contemplative exploration of the historic church's architecture and spiritual atmosphere; see event page for details.
kunst.macht.geld
Fri, 11 Dec 2026
Schweizer Finanzmuseum
kunst.macht.geld at the Schweizer Finanzmuseum examines the relationship between art and money in a museum exhibition that explores economic, cultural and societal connections.
KULTURAMA Museum des Menschen
Thu, 31 Dec 2026
Kulturama – Museum des Menschen in Zurich offers interactive exhibitions on human biology, evolution and culture, presenting accessible science and anthropology for visitors of all ages.
Vernetzte Natur – Lebenswerte Stadt
Sun, 3 Jan 2027
Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung
Vernetzte Natur – Lebenswerte Stadt is an exhibition exploring urban nature, biodiversity and sustainable city planning at the Stadtgärtnerei centre, combining plant displays and educational content for visitors of all ages.
Auch realistisches Zeichnen und Malen für jedes Alter
Tue, 22 Dec 2026
Realistic drawing and painting workshop for all ages offering hands-on instruction in sketching and painting techniques.
KEEP IT CO₂OL
Sun, 28 Feb 2027
focusTerra – ETH Zürich
KEEP IT CO₂OL at FocusTerra (ETH Zurich) is a museum exhibition exploring CO2, climate science and cooling strategies with interactive elements for visitors of all ages.
Kosmos Altstadt
Sun, 28 Mar 2027
Heimatschutzzentrum (Villa Patumbah)
Kosmos Altstadt (28 Mar 2027) — an exhibition at the Heimatschutzzentrum in Villa Patumbah exploring Zurich's old-town history, architecture and cultural heritage through displays and objects.