7 upcoming literature events
Hundstage – Lesung
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 at 22:00
Millers
German-language literature reading of Hundstage at Millers in Zürich on 16 July 2026 at 20:00. An intimate evening of excerpts and notes from the text, set in a cozy venue in the heart of Zürich. A thoughtful, intellectual evening for book lovers seeking literary prose and conversation.
Slam-Poesie trifft Stadtgärtnerei
Mon, 24 Aug 2026 at 20:00
Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung
An atmospheric poetry slam at Stadtgärtnerei – Zentrum für Pflanzen und Bildung in Zurich, where live poets compete and perform among lush greenery. Expect witty verses, urban-nature themes, and a casual, artsy vibe in a welcoming garden-center setting.
POETRY SLAM STÄDTEBATTLE
Thu, 1 Oct 2026 at 22:15
Volkshaus Zürich — Blauer Saal
Poetry Slam Städtebattle — Zürich vs. Leipzig: an evening of competitive spoken-word performances at Volkshaus Zurich on Oct 1, bringing local poets and sharp new texts to the stage.
Erzählungen für Erwachsene – Schwänke, Sagen & Mythen
Sun, 4 Oct 2026 at 18:00
Villa Grunholzer
An intimate storytelling evening for adults at Villa Grunholzer in Uster, featuring tales, legends, and myths (Schwänke, Sagen, Mythen) in German. Expect vivid narratives that weave folklore with timeless storytelling in a cozy, cultural setting.
Mikael Krogerus & Roman Tschäppeler • Lesung & Zeichnung
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 at 20:00
Kaufleuten – Festsaal
Authors Mikael Krogerus & Roman Tschäppeler present a live reading and drawing event for their new book “UMDENKEN” at Kaufleuten on 15 Oct 2026.
Mikael Krogerus & Roman Tschäppeler • Lesung & Zeichnung
Tue, 3 Nov 2026 at 20:00
Kaufleuten – Festsaal
Authors Mikael Krogerus & Roman Tschäppeler present a live reading and drawing event for their new book “UMDENKEN” at Kaufleuten on 15 Oct 2026.
TARA-LOUISE WITTWER
Tue, 6 Oct 2026 at 19:30
Volkshaus Zürich — Blauer Saal
Author Tara-Louise Wittwer presents a reading at Volkshaus Zürich on 6 Oct 2026 — an intimate literary evening with excerpts and likely audience Q&A.