Metagenomics Course: Next Generation Sequencing Applied to Metagenomics - BIO638 (01.-05.06.)

Intensive 5-day hands-on Metagenomics course at ETH Zurich (1–5 June 2026) covering next-generation sequencing technologies and analysis workflows for studying microbial communities in environmental and clinical samples.

Prof. Dr. John Sutherland, MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, UK "Tba"

Seminar by Prof. Dr. John Sutherland (MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge) at ETH Zurich on 2026-06-01; academic talk in molecular/chemical biology (title TBA).

NEUES DATUM: Édouard Louis • Literatur

Édouard Louis presents his latest major novel — a sweeping family fresco — in a literary reading and discussion at Kaufleuten.

Workshop & Lecture Series in Law & Economics - Presentations by Prof. Anup Malani (University of Chicago)

JOEY VALENCE & BRAE

Joey Valence & Brae bring their high-energy hip-hop/rap show to Komplex 457 in Zurich on 2 June 2026 — a club night of catchy beats and party vibes.

Unter der Haut

Guided tour of ETH Zurich’s pet anatomy collection showcasing full skeletons, skulls and pathological specimens—an educational, up-close look into animal bodies for ages 12+.

Tag der offenen Laboratorien D-CHAB

Explore behind the scenes at ETH Zurich's D-CHAB department with lectures, lab tours, and an experimental show. Open to students aged 16–19 and their teachers, this outreach day offers a vivid glimpse into cutting-edge research and the life of researchers.

Klettergarten Mettmen 1880 m

Climbing course at Klettergarten Mettmen (1880 m) hosted by SAC-Sektion Uto Zürich on 2026-06-03. An outdoor alpine ascent with a guided route, ideal for climbers seeking practical techniques and alpine experience in a scenic Swiss setting.

Authority Zero & Melonball

Authority Zero & Melonball bring high-energy skate-punk, melodic hardcore and reggae-tinged anthems to Dynamo Zürich on 2026-06-02 — expect an energetic, mosh-friendly live show.

Theatersport

Theatersport at Casinotheater Winterthur is a fast-paced Swiss-dialect improvisation comedy where two teams duel in spontaneous scenes and compete for the audience's favor.

Plätze in der Zürcher Altstadt

An evening lecture/talk on the public squares of Zurich's Old Town, exploring their history, character and role in urban life at the Heimatschutzzentrum Villa Patumbah.

The Conventions of the Unconventional

Interdisciplinary symposium at Collegium Helveticum examining how materiality and mediality shape knowledge across cultures. Scholars discuss cross-cultural methodologies and the making of knowledge in a global context.

Personalized Health Conference 2026

Two-day international conference at ETH Zurich on personalized health bringing together academia, industry and healthcare experts to discuss AI-driven decision support, clinical bioinformatics, drug discovery and next-generation clinical trials.

Die echtere Wirklichkeit

Author Raphaela Edelbauer reads from her work Die echtere Wirklichkeit at CoalMine in Winterthur, inviting reflection on reality and fiction. The intimate literary evening features excerpts and a brief discussion in a conversation-friendly setting.

Claudio Zuccolini • Comedy

Claudio Zuccolini brings his new German-language stand-up show "Der Aufreger" to Kaufleuten on 3 June 2026 for an evening of live comedy.

B2Run Zürich

B2Run Zürich is a corporate 5K team run through Zürich's streets, promoting fitness and teamwork among colleagues. This annual company-run event invites local businesses to compete in friendly laps, with a festive atmosphere and post-race activities.

REGIERT EUCH!

An interactive theatre piece about democracy staged at Schiffbau Box. Regie: Turbo Pascal invites the audience to participate in a live exploration of governance and collective decision-making. A thought-provoking, contemporary performance in German.

Stein am Rhein - Diessenhofen

Join a guided outdoor tour with SAC-Sektion Uto Zürich from Stein am Rhein to Diessenhofen. This day-long Rhine-side route offers scenic river-valley scenery, group camaraderie, and practical tips on navigation and safety from experienced climbers.

Workshop: «Suminagashi & Fukurotoji»

Hands-on workshop exploring Japanese suminagashi marbling and fukurotoji bookbinding techniques—make marbled paper and bind your own book in a guided session.

LIQUID GIN TASTINGS

Liquid Gin Tastings returns for a multi-city tour in June 2026 at Ullrich Zürich. From June 4–12, guests can sample a curated lineup of premium gins with guided tastings, notes, and pairing ideas across Zürich, Basel, Morges, and Bern. An adults-only, indoor event offering social sipping and expert insight in a stylish setting.

URSUS & NADESCHKIN

Ursus & Nadeschkin perform a witty Swiss theatre piece at Pfauen in Zurich. Nadja Sieger and Urs Wehrli, with Tom Ryser directing, deliver sharp wordplay and skits in a stylish, intimate stage setting. A must-see for fans of smart, live German-language comedy theatre.

MORGAN CADIGNAN — LA NUIT JE MENS

MORGAN CADIGNAN — LA NUIT JE MENS arrives at ComedyHaus in Zurich, delivering razor-sharp French wit, sly cabaret misdirection, and a witty, intimate show that defies expectation.

Schwuler Lehrer!

A provocative German-language theater piece at Saal Neumarkt that delves into identity, sexuality, and authority with wit and bold performance. Schwuler Lehrer! blends sharp dialogue with bold staging to spark conversation about school life and societal norms in an intimate venue.

Chagall Konzert I - Klingendes Licht I

A contemplative oratorio inspired by Marc Chagall’s Fraumünster windows, performed in the historic Fraumünster church — an evening of sacred classical music.