70 upcoming film events
The Arch (Dong fu ren)
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 at 15:00
Afternoon screening of The Arch (Dong fu ren), likely a Chinese-language arthouse feature presented in Zurich with original audio and subtitles — ideal for film lovers and students of world cinema.
Signed: Lino Brocka
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 at 18:30
Screening and program around influential Filipino director Lino Brocka, showcasing his social-realist cinema with contextual discussion — part of a curated film event in Zurich.
Malaria (1982)
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 at 19:00
Screening of the 1982 film "Malaria" presented via KulturZueri — a chance to see a classic/cult-era feature in a focused, cinema-style setting.
Foreign Correspondent
Wed, 4 Mar 2026 at 20:30
Screening of Alfred Hitchcock's 1940 thriller "Foreign Correspondent" — a classic English-language suspense film shown in Zurich on 4 March 2026.
Diversity Cinema
Thu, 5 Mar 2026 at 12:15
Toni-Areal, Raum 7.B03, Ebene 7, Pfingstweidstrasse 96, Zürich
Diversity Cinema at Toni-Areal (ZHdK) — a curated film screening event exploring themes of diversity in society and culture, taking place 5 March 2026 in Kino Toni.
Aus dem Nebel der Erinnerung
Thu, 5 Mar 2026 at 19:00
Documentary screening “Aus dem Nebel der Erinnerung” exploring memory and history, taking place in Zurich on 2026-03-05 at 18:00 (venue TBA).
Beatrix (2021)
Thu, 5 Mar 2026 at 21:00
Screening of the 2021 film "Beatrix" presented via KulturZueri — an art-house feature screening; check the venue listing for language, subtitles and ticket details.
Film: PRINCE AVALANCHE
Thu, 5 Mar 2026 at 21:15
Screening of the indie feature film Prince Avalanche, a dry-humored road drama about two highway workers navigating friendship and solitude in a burned landscape—an intimate arthouse evening for film fans.
Under Capricorn
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 at 16:00
Screening of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1949 feature 'Under Capricorn', a moody period drama of secrets, class and marital tension set in colonial Australia.
Film Screening AMARAN (Tamil/e)
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 at 17:00
Riffraff Kino/Bar, Neugasse 57
Screening of the Tamil war feature "Amaran" at Riffraff Kino/Bar on 6 Mar 2026, a biographical drama honoring Major Mukund Varadarajan and his service in Jammu and Kashmir.
"Killed by Cheese" Film, Fondue, Party
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 at 18:00
Ebullition
Ebullition presents 'Killed by Cheese': a screening of the rock documentary 'Lemmy' with apéro (reservation), a half-and-half fondue dinner (reservation), and a free rock'n'roll DJ afterparty at 22:00 — limited places.
Macht und Ohnmacht – Wenn Schweizer Konzerne Leben zerstören - Film der Koalition für Konzernverantwortung mit anschliessender Präsentation
Fri, 6 Mar 2026 at 19:30
Rote Fabrik
Documentary screening and presentation by the Coalition for Corporate Accountability exploring how Swiss-controlled mining devastates indigenous communities in Peru and Borneo, exposing displacement, pollution and resistance.
Film Screening TANVI THE GREAT (Hindi/e)
Sat, 7 Mar 2026 at 10:00
Riffraff Kino/Bar, Neugasse 57
Screening of "Tanvi The Great", a Hindi-language drama about a young woman on the autism spectrum who fulfils her father's dream, at Riffraff Kino/Bar on 2026-03-07.
Klub Kuleshov - Dead Poets Society
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 at 20:00
Toni-Areal, Raum 7.B03, Ebene 7, Pfingstweidstrasse 96, Zürich
Klub Kuleshov presents a screening of the classic coming-of-age drama 'Dead Poets Society' at Kino Toni (Toni-Areal) on 10 Mar 2026 — a film-club night for cinephiles and students.
Movie Night
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 at 18:00
ETH Zurich
Campus movie screening at ETH Zurich on 2026-03-12 — an informal, social film night aimed at students and the wider public.
Zürcher Filmtalk: Stefan Haupt und Timo von Gunten
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 at 18:30
Xenix
Directors Stefan Haupt and Timo von Gunten interview each other in a Filmtalk at Kino Xenix on March 12, exploring their work and approaches to filmmaking.
The Stuart Hall Project (2013)
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 at 19:00
Völkerkundemuseum UZH
Screening of John Akomfrah's The Stuart Hall Project (2013), a documentary essay exploring the life, work and cultural legacy of influential British theorist Stuart Hall.
Fireshtein Premiere
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 at 15:00
Dynamo Zürich
Premiere of Fireshtein, a 3-minute student short by Shiva Gisiger (ECAL) about a protagonist using fire to confront her past, inspired by Nordic and Slavic myths; screening at Dynamo Zürich followed by an apéro.
Offene Leinwand - Zürichs Plattform für Freund:innen des unkommerziellen Kurzfilms
Thu, 19 Mar 2026 at 20:00
Rote Fabrik
Offene Leinwand at Rote Fabrik is a grassroots evening of noncommercial short films and experimental works with open submissions and a bar — a casual forum for film enthusiasts and emerging filmmakers.
The Encampments - Screening of the documentary "The Encampments" with discussion afterwards
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 at 19:30
Rote Fabrik
Screening of THE ENCAMPMENTS, a documentary on the Columbia University Gaza solidarity encampment, followed by a discussion at Rote Fabrik exploring protests, police raids and institutional responses.
Becoming Marilyn Monroe
Fri, 27 Mar 2026
Lichthalle MAAG
Screening of the documentary 'Becoming Marilyn Monroe' at Lichthalle MAAG — a biographical film exploring Norma Jeane's rise to stardom, presented as part of the MAAG Moments program.
Daddy-Long-Legs
Mon, 30 Mar 2026 at 20:00
Theater Rigiblick
Screening of the 1919 silent film Daddy-Long-Legs with live piano accompaniment by Karin Weissberg at Theater Rigiblick, presented by Quartier-Kultur Kreis 6.
OCEAN FILM TOUR
Mon, 4 May 2026 at 19:30
Volkshaus Zurich
OCEAN FILM TOUR presents a multivision documentary screening at Volkshaus Zurich on 4 May 2026 featuring short films about oceans, nature and conservation for audiences interested in wildlife and environmental storytelling.
Daughters of the Dust (1991)
Thu, 7 May 2026 at 19:00
Völkerkundemuseum UZH
Screening of Julie Dash’s landmark 1991 film Daughters of the Dust, an art-house drama exploring Gullah family life and memory, presented as part of the Rumble Residents Select series.
Art in Conflict –
Wed, 20 May 2026 at 17:30
Gessnerallee
Screening and discussion of Nicole Vögele’s filmic work at Gessnerallee on 20 May 2026 as part of the Art in Conflict program, exploring invisible stories made visible.
Sorry, Baby.<br />Film im Kino xenix
Wed, 27 May 2026 at 20:00
Guided Tour and Film Screening of NOT JUST ROADS with Directors
Thu, 28 May 2026 at 18:30
ETH Zurich
Join a guided tour of the exhibition Civilization – Our Life in Focus followed by a screening of the documentary Not Just Roads (2021) with the directors and a discussion on urban growth, infrastructure, displacement and related conflicts.
Kino am See - „Allianz Cinema" - Open-Air Kino Veranstaltung
Wed, 1 Jul 2026
Basel, Zürich und Genf
Allianz Cinema is Switzerland’s largest open-air film series offering atmospheric outdoor screenings in Basel, Zürich and Geneva with hospitality packages for corporate and private events.
Allianz Cinema
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Allianz Cinema is Zurich's open-air summer film series that delights over 50,000 movie fans with relaxed outdoor screenings of international films in a social, family-friendly atmosphere.
Allianz Cinema Open-Air 2026 - Zürichhorn
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 at 21:00
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Allianz Cinema Open-Air at Zürichhorn offers lakeside summer film screenings in a scenic outdoor setting — perfect for relaxed, family-friendly evenings by the lake.
Allianz Cinema: The Phoenician Scheme (Opening Night)
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Open-air screening of the US 2025 crime-comedy 'The Phoenician Scheme' at Allianz Cinema (Zürichhorn) — opening night on 2026-07-17 at 21:15.
Allianz Cinema: Black Bag (Zattoo Movie Night)
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the US thriller "Black Bag" as part of the Allianz Cinema / Zattoo Movie Night at Zürichhorn — family-friendly from age 12, bring a blanket and enjoy open-air cinema.
Allianz Cinema: Burn After Reading (Crime. Comedy. Chaos.)
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Open-air screening of the Coen brothers' dark comedy Burn After Reading at Allianz Cinema Zürichhorn — a satirical crime caper in English; tickets required.
Allianz Cinema: September 5
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the German thriller "September 5" at Zürichhorn as part of Allianz Cinema — a free summer open-air movie suitable from age 12 upwards.
Allianz Cinema: Friedas Fall
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Open-air screening of the Swiss drama "Friedas Fall" at Zürichhorn as part of the Allianz Cinema series — a casual, artsy summer film night suitable for teens and adults.
Allianz Cinema: The Penguin Lessons (ZKB Night)
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the comedy film "The Penguin Lessons" at Allianz Cinema (ZKB Night) on the Zürichhorn — a relaxed, family-friendly open-air movie night.
Allianz Cinema: En fanfare
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the French comedy "En fanfare" at Allianz Cinema on Zürichhorn — a relaxed summer open-air movie by the lake on 23 July 2026, perfect for a casual, social evening.
Allianz Cinema: We Live in Time (20min Movie Night)
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor movie night: Allianz Cinema screens the romantic drama "We Live in Time" at Zürichhorn on Jul 24 in a lakeside open-air setting — check the event page for tickets and age rating.
Allianz Cinema: Heldin (Allianz & ZKB präsentieren - Spitex Night)
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the Swiss drama 'Heldin' at Allianz Cinema on Zürichhorn as part of the Spitex Night series — a summer open-air film event on July 25, 2026.
Allianz Cinema: Fargo (Crime. Comedy. Chaos.)
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor summer screening of the Coen brothers' 1996 crime dark comedy Fargo at Zurichhorn as part of the Allianz Cinema series — bring a blanket for a classic night under the stars.
Allianz Cinema: The Life of Chuck (Vorpremiere)
Mon, 27 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Open-air Vorpremiere of the US drama "The Life of Chuck" at Zürichhorn — a summer cinema screening in original English; tickets required.
Allianz Cinema: Juror #2
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the US thriller "Juror #2" (2024) at Zürichhorn as part of the Allianz Cinema open-air series; suitable for ages 12 and up.
Allianz Cinema: Lee
Wed, 29 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Open-air screening of the biographical drama "Lee" at Allianz Cinema Zürichhorn — an English-language art-house film ideal for an artsy, intellectual summer evening.
Allianz Cinema: The Salt Path
Thu, 30 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of The Salt Path at Zurichhorn as part of Allianz Cinema — a drama/comedy evening under the stars on 2026-07-30 at 21:15.
Allianz Cinema: The Room Next Door (Annabelle Movie Night)
Fri, 31 Jul 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor Annabelle movie night at Zürichhorn on July 31, a casual lakeside screening for fans of horror/drama starting at 21:15.
Allianz Cinema: Intolerable Cruelty (Crime. Comedy. Chaos.)
Sun, 2 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Open-air screening of the Coen brothers' crime-romantic comedy 'Intolerable Cruelty' at Zürichhorn on Aug 2, 2026 — an English-language summer cinema under the stars (suitable from ~12+).
Allianz Cinema: Materialists (Jsotta Senza Movie Night)
Mon, 3 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor Allianz Cinema screening of the US romantic comedy "Materialists" at Zürichhorn on 3 August 2026 — an evening open-air movie night under the stars.
Allianz Cinema: Bridget Jones: Mad About the B... (Nau.ch Movie Night)
Tue, 4 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Open-air Allianz Cinema screening of Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy at Zürichhorn — enjoy a summer romantic comedy (English audio, age 12+); bring a blanket for this outdoor movie night.
78. Locarno Film Festival
Wed, 5 Aug 2026
Locarno
Locarno's iconic Piazza Grande hosts the 78th Locarno Film Festival with 14 films — including 7 world premieres — presented in a large open-air arena that welcomes cinephiles, industry guests and tourists.
Allianz Cinema: Conclave (TeleZüri Film-Abig)
Wed, 5 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the 2024 thriller "Conclave" as part of TeleZüri Film-Abig at Zurichhorn — a summer open-air cinema night in Zurich.
Allianz Cinema: Lilo & Stitch (Allianz Family Night)
Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor family screening of Disney's Lilo & Stitch at Zürichhorn as part of Allianz Family Night — a kid-friendly animated comedy under the stars.
Allianz Cinema: Surprise Night
Fri, 7 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Allianz Cinema's Surprise Night is an open-air, lakefront film screening at Zürichhorn where the title is kept secret—bring blankets, enjoy summer cinema under the stars.
Allianz Cinema: Better Man (Radio 24 Film-Abig)
Sat, 8 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the biopic musical "Better Man" at Zürichhorn on Aug 8 as part of the Allianz Cinema / Radio 24 film night — a relaxed, artsy summer cinema event for teens and adults.
Allianz Cinema: The Big Lebowski (Crime. Comedy. Chaos.)
Sun, 9 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the cult comedy-crime film The Big Lebowski (1998) at Zürichhorn — a relaxed summer cinema night of laughs and chaos.
Allianz Cinema: The Fantastic Four: First Step... (Outnow Movie Night)
Mon, 10 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor evening screening of the 2025 sci-fi The Fantastic Four: First Steps at Zürichhorn as part of Allianz Cinema's Outnow Movie Night on Aug 10 — a family-friendly open-air film event.
Allianz Cinema: I'm Still Here
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the drama "I'm Still Here" at Allianz Cinema on Zürichhorn — an open-air film night suitable for ages 12+.
Allianz Cinema: A Complete Unknown
Wed, 12 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the 2024 US biopic "A Complete Unknown" at Allianz Cinema Zürichhorn on 12 Aug 2026 — an open-air evening film in English suitable from age 12.
Allianz Cinema: Anora
Thu, 13 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the 2024 US romantic dramedy "Anora" at Zürichhorn as part of Allianz Cinema — a relaxed summer film night by the lake.
22. Openair-Kino Erlenbach 2026 - Kino unter Sternen am See 🌙✨
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 at 20:30
Schifflände Erlenbach
Open-air cinema at Schifflände Erlenbach on Aug 14–15, 2026: two lakeside evenings of carefully selected films, food and relaxed social atmosphere under the stars.
Allianz Cinema: Gladiator II (Edelweiss Night)
Fri, 14 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of Gladiator II at Zürichhorn on Aug 14 as part of Allianz Cinema's Edelweiss Night — an action-packed summer blockbuster shown under the stars (check age restrictions and tickets online).
Allianz Cinema: F1 - The Movie (Jsotta Senza Movie Night)
Sat, 15 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of 'F1 - The Movie' at Zürichhorn as part of Jsotta Senza Movie Night — a sports-thriller film night for motorsport fans and cinema-goers under the stars.
Allianz Cinema: No Country for Old Men (Crime. Comedy. Chaos.)
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Outdoor screening of the Coen brothers' 2007 thriller No Country for Old Men (18+) at Zürichhorn — a tense crime drama with dark humor and chaotic suspense on the big screen.
Allianz Cinema: Mission: Impossible - The Fina... (oneplus Movie Night)
Mon, 17 Aug 2026 at 21:15
Zürichhorn, Zurich
Open-air screening of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning at Zürichhorn as part of Allianz Cinema movie night — a summer blockbuster under the stars.
Zurich Film Festival 2026 (ZFF)
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 10:00
Zurich Film Festival 2026 (ZFF) is a major international film festival presenting world premieres, competitions, supporting events, workshops and talks that bring filmmakers, industry professionals and cinema lovers together across Zurich.
ZFF 2026 - Children's Program
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 10:00
ZFF 2026 Children's Program offers family-friendly film screenings and events for kids and parents at the Zurich Film Festival—see the program page for schedules and ticket info.
ZFF 2026 - Industry Activities
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 10:00
Industry-focused panels, workshops and networking sessions at the Zurich Film Festival (ZFF 2026) for film professionals, students and creatives to learn, pitch projects and connect.
22. Zürich Film Festival - Internationales Film Festival
Sun, 4 Oct 2026
The Zürich Film Festival returns for its 22nd edition with international premieres, curated screenings and a rich programme of side-events for cinephiles and industry guests, including exclusive client and networking events.
Internationale Kurzfilmtage Winterthur
Tue, 3 Nov 2026
Internationale Kurzfilmtage Winterthur is an international short-film festival showcasing contemporary and experimental short cinema with curated screenings, competitions and industry programs in Winterthur.