What’s On in Zurich Mid June 2015 Onwards
Sylvia Day’s Summer of Love 17th – 20th June
don’t miss comedy in English in Zurich with Sylvia Day and her latest hilarious show “Summer of Love”. Tickets CHF 38. For more information see here.
Xenix Cinema Summer Programme with Films in English
check out the Summer programme at Kino Xenix with lots of films in English including a special 25th anniversary re-release of Blade Runner from June 11th – 24th is showing exclusively at Kino Xenix for two weeks from June 11 to 24. For more information visit the Xenix site (in German). For more information on films in English in Zurich see our Cinema page here.
Europe. The Future of History at the Kunsthaus 12th June – 6th September
an interesting special exhibition at the Kunsthaus detailing a collections of works drawn together by the loose theme of Europe. Some interesting videos as well as paintings and photos. For more information please see here.
Free Opera! Opera for All at Sechseläutenplatz 20th June 7pm
as part of the Zurich Festival there will be live transmission from the Opera House onto Sechseläutenplatz of Verdi’s “Aida”. Take along blankets, camping chairs and make yourself comfy. The opening program starts at 5pm. Bring a picnic or buy food from the food trucks. It’s free and it’s bound to be busy so get there early and enjoy! For more information see here.
Paleo Pop Up Dinner in Zurich 20th June
for all you paleo fans out there this event is taking place on 20th June. See here for more information and to book tickets.
Zurich Pride 19th & 20th June
Zurich Pride Festival is taking place on 19th and 20th June. More information here.
Summer Night Shopping in Kreis 8 on 25th June
enjoy a Summer of late night shopping from 6.30pm – 9pm in Kreis 8 on Thursday 25th June. Featuring a great selection of boutiques, shops and even a gallery in Kreis 8. There will be special offers on the night and even an apéro to set you up for your shopping! For more information see the website.
Paul Gauguin Exhibition at the Fondation Beyeler in Basel
on now until 28th June. Featuring a unique collection of 50 of Gauguin’s masterpieces this exhibition focuses on Gauguin’s time in Tahiti and the world famous painting he produced whilst there. See the website for details.
Museum für Gestaltung Steve McCurry Exhibition 3rd July – 18th October
don’t miss this exhibition of the great photographer Steve McCurry’s work at the Museum für Gestaltung. Famous for the iconic picture of the green-eyed Afghan girl McCurry’s work is influenced heavily by travel and adventure. See here for more information.
Zurich Ironman July 19th
for more information about this event please visit the website.
Openair Music Festivals in Switzerland
if you fancy attending one of the open air music festivals you will need to be quick as they are selling out fast. For more information see here.
Festspiele Zurich: Money Power Love 12th June – 12th July
Money, Power, Love or “Geld, Macht, Liebe” in German is the theme of this yea’s ” Festspiele Zurich”. Focusing on the work of William Shakespeare it covers a range of cultural events – including theatre, opera, music, exhibitions and more. For further details please see the website.
Art Basel 18th – 21st June
featuring almost 300 leading international galleries over 2,500 artists, from great masters of modern art to emerging artists, it takes place at the Messeplatz in Basel from the18th – 21st June. For more information visit the website.
Il Tavolo Food Festival in Zurich 24th – 28th June
Love great food? Then this is a festival for you! Top chefs including those from the Baur Au Lac, the Park Hyatt, the Storchen, the Dolder Grand and the Widder Hotel pit their wits to create special menus for Il Tavolo events which will be taking place all over Zurich from 24th – 28th June. For more information see here.
Blues’n’Jazz Rapperswil 25th – 28th June
from 25th -28th June the Blues’n’Jazz Festival in Rapperswil will be taking place. Featuring a great line up be sure to get your tickets while you can. For more information and to book your tickets see here.
Bike to Work Zurich and Get Fit until 30th June
until 30th June the “bike to work” initiative is taking place in Zurich. See here for more info.
Swimming in Zurich in the Badis
there’s nothing nicer than swimming in one of the “Badis” or in the lake in Zurich once the sun comes out. Many of the swimming pools opened their doors for the season on 9th May. Here is a list of places you can go swimming in Zurich.
Summer Holiday Clubs for Children aged 7 – 12
running this Summer in July and August. To find out all about the activities running and more please visit the website.
Intersoccer Football Camps
running in Zurich over the Summer holidays. See here for details.
Weltklasse Zurich Athletics Event 3rd September
it’s a while away but tickets are already on sale and sell out quickly – so if you’d like more information and are interested in going along please visit the website.
Leaving Zurich?
if you’re leaving Zurich and want to donate furniture to a “Brockie” or Brockenhaus read this article for a list of lots of charity shops in Zurich and in Switzerland
Articles you may have missed:
Discover Zurich district by district – part one Kreis 3
Things to Do on a Day Trip to Bern
7 Restaurants in Zurich with healthy options
See What’s on at the Tonhalle Zurich here.
Get Tickets for bands and concerts are coming to Zurich
Cookery – for some easy to make recipes:
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Brownies
Red Lentil and Spinach Dahl with Apple
Whatever you do in Zurich have fun!
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