Fidelio

Beethoven's Fidelio is staged in two acts on the Main Stage. A classic German-language opera with libretto by Sonnleithner and Treitschke, delivering gripping drama and soaring arias in a formal, atmospheric setting of the opera house.

Haydn - The Creation

Experience Haydn's oratorio 'The Creation' in a grand choral-orchestral performance at Tonhalle Zürich on 3 May 2026 — a formal, artful evening of classical music.

Offenes Atelier für Alle

Open studio day at the Museum für Gestaltung Zürich invites visitors to observe and try design activities inside the city’s renowned design museum. Explore hands-on stations, meet designers, and participate in a welcoming, family-friendly experience at Ausstellungsstrasse—great for curious adults and kids alike.

Joe Bonamassa in Zürich

Joe Bonamassa brings his blues-rock guitar virtuosity and hit songs to Hallenstadion in Zürich on May 3, 2026 for a high-energy, guitar-driven concert night.

Climate Week Zurich

Climate Week Zurich gathers diverse voices in a multi-stakeholder platform, driving sustainable transformation across business and policy with talks, panels and real-world collaboration.

Pupo in Zürich

Italian pop star Pupo performs live at Volkshaus Zürich on 5 March 2026 — an evening of classic Italian hits and romantic, nostalgic melodies for fans of melodic pop.

Alpine Gesteine: Geologische Geschichtsbücher

Take a guided tour through ETH Zurich's focusTerra exhibition to learn how Alpine rocks reveal the Alps' geological history. The indoor, 15-person session covers Swiss stones and minerals and how they trace mountain formation. To reserve a seat, email [email protected].

The Breath: Breathwork at The SOULSPACE Zürich

Join a guided breathwork session titled The Breath at The SOULSPACE Wiedikon, Zürich. This relaxed mindfulness class from keur wellness explores breathing techniques to reduce stress and boost energy in a calm studio setting. Ideal for adults seeking balance and a quick reset.

JOSH.

Swiss R&B/pop artist JOSH. performs live at Volkshaus Zurich on May 3, 2026 — an evening concert of soulful, contemporary pop/R&B.

Gantenbein

Open rehearsal of 'Gantenbein' at Theater Neumarkt — an opportunity to see the production process up close and engage with the play in a German-language rehearsal setting.

Felle, Fische, Flossen – Familiensonntag

Family Sunday at NONAM in Zurich invites kids and parents to explore furs, fishes, and fins through hands-on museum activities on 2026-05-03 at 14:00.

Eliane

Swiss soul/pop artist Eliane brings new songs and full bandpower to Casinotheater Winterthur on 3 May 2026 as part of her Soulfire tour — an emotional, multi‑language concert experience.

Kiefer Sutherland (USA)

Kiefer Sutherland brings his Love Will Bring You Home Tour to Plaza Klub in Zurich for an intimate English-language live rock/country set.

The Neighbourhood

The Neighbourhood bring their moody indie/alternative sound to The Hall (Samsung Hall) in Zurich on 5 May 2026 — an English-language live concert for fans of atmospheric alt-pop.

Série jeunes: Aurel Dawidiuk

Aurel Dawidiuk appears in the Tonhalle Zürich Série jeunes, presenting a classical recital that spotlights emerging talent in a formal concert setting.

Svalbard

Battle for the Biosphere

Join a thought-provoking lecture at KraftwerkNetworking, hosted by Impact Hub Zurich, exploring the battle to safeguard the biosphere. Scientists and practitioners discuss biodiversity, urban sustainability, and practical steps for resilient cities in a warming world.

OCEAN FILM TOUR

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.

Food in a Changing Climate

A public lecture at ETH Zurich exploring how climate change reshapes global food systems, from farming and supply chains to policy and resilience. Experts discuss ongoing challenges and innovative solutions in a lively, multidisciplinary setting on campus.

Bursting the Climate Bubble

Join a talk at Impact Hub Zürich exploring how to 'burst the climate bubble'—strategies for communicating climate science, reaching new audiences, and fostering engagement beyond echo chambers.

Bastian Baker

Bastian Baker returns to Switzerland for an intimate, multilingual unplugged acoustic concert at Casinotheater Winterthur on 4 May 2026 — a close-up singer-songwriter evening of originals and stripped-down arrangements.

DNA Next Generation Sequencing – from theory to practice - BIO680 (04.-08.05.)

Five-day hands-on course at FGCZ/ETH Zurich covering theory and practical workflows in next-generation DNA sequencing designed for scientists and researchers seeking applied NGS skills.

Das Frühlingserwachen der Spinnen

A family-friendly spring workshop at the Stadtgärtnerei exploring spiders and spring biodiversity with hands-on activities for kids and curious adults.

Rethinking Failure: From Self-Doubt to Growth

A workshop at ETH Zurich helping doctoral students and post-docs reframe self-doubt, address feelings of failure, and develop strategies for growth and resilience in academic careers.