Wishing you a wonderful weekend and week ahead. There’s lots on in and around Zurich so do check below. In Zurich the EONAROIUM Infinity immersive show ends on 17th March and a new one about Mozart, has just begun. Don’t miss the fabulous GIARDINA garden design festival at the Messe. And why not visit the international Easter egg Festival and market at Schloss Greifensee on 16th & 17th March? If you’re a skier (or hiker in Summer & Autumn), the MAGIC PASS ski pass is on special offer right now until 9th April and instead of CHF 899 it’s just CHF 399 & valid till end of April 2025. If the weather is rainy take a look here and if you need some ideas for excursions take a look here. We also have 31 suggestions for things to do with kids here.
Things To Do In Zurich Mid March 2024 Onwards
GIARDINA GARDEN AND OUTDOOR LIVING EXHIBITION ZURICH 13th – 17th MARCH: Don’t miss Giardina the stunning garden and outdoor living exhibition taking place at the Messe in Zurich Oerlikon from 13th – 17th March. See all the details here.
SKI OFFER! BUY MAGIC PASS AT SPECIAL PRICE CHF 399 INSTEAD OF CHF 899 UNTIL 9th APRIL: Fancy skiing in 80 different ski resorts in Switzerland as well as some in Italy and in France ? With the Magic Pass ski pass you can do just that! From the 12th March till 9th April 2024 it’s available at the very special price of CHF 399 instead of CHF 899 and is valid from now until the end of April 2025! Don’t miss this great deal! Find out more about it here .
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ROMANIAN WINE TASTING SAT 16th MARCH RESTAURANT KAISIN, ENGE: A great tasing of Romanian wines taking place between 1.30pm and 6.30pm at Ciausoiu Vinothek in Zurich. Get your tickets here.
INTERNATIONAL EASTER EGG FESTIVAL & MARKET SCHLOSS GREIFENSEE 16th & 17th MARCH: Why not take a trip to Schloss Greifensee, not far from Zurich, to the see the International Easter egg festival and market. See all the details here.
HACKETT NEW SEASON LAUNCH SAT 16th MARCH. From 12 noon to 4pm enjoy snacks, champagne, soft drinks and a DJ to celebrate the new season launch. Address: Storchengasse 4, 8001 Zurich
WHERE TO SEE BLOSSOM IN ZURICH: The blossom is already coming out in Zurich. Take a look at these top blossom spotting spots in the city. All the details here.
FESTICHOC CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL VERSOIX 16th – 17th MARCH: Festichoc chocolate festival, will be taking place this year at the Espace Lachenal in Versoix on 16th & 17th March. See details here.
TRASH HERO – CLEAN UP ZURICH EVENT 17th MARCH: The next Trash Hero Clean up the City event takes place in Zurich on 17th March. Meet up is at 12 noon at Selnau Bahnhof ( meet on the bridge) and the clean up is approximately 2 hours long. Read all about it and follow the Facebook Links for the Zurich event in this article. It’s great fun and you meet a lot of great people.
BOOK NOW! COMMON SWISS BIRDS MINI-COURSE IN ENGLISH APRIL 4TH, 7TH & MAY 5TH Learn about the common birds of Switzerland while meeting other English speaking nature enthusiasts in a three session course, run by Bird Life Zurich, beginning with an evening Zoom session and continuing with two Sunday morning excursions in Zurich. Register and find out more here.
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EONARIUM INFINTY LIGHT SHOW AT ST JAKOBS CHURCH ENDS 17th MARCH: The beautiful light projection show called INFINITY by Projektilart is showing at St Jakob’s Church in Zurich until 17th March. See all the details here.
BUILDING BRIDGES: SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD’S INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN ZURICH – AWCZ EVENT – TUE 19th MARCH at 19.00: Together with April Remfrey, an expert in neurodiversity and disability inclusion, we explore proactive approaches to advocating for your child in Zurich. Uncover strategies for addressing academic, social, and behavioral concerns, followed by an extensive Q&A session where April will provide personalized advice to parents navigating the Swiss educational landscape. Cost: free for members and 25CHF for non-members. Register here.
HODLER EXHIBITION KUNSTHAUS ZURICH ON NOW: The Ferdinand Hodler exhibition “Apropos Hodler” has just opened at the Kunsthaus Zurich and is on until 30th June. See details here.
EONARIUM: MOZART MELODIES & THE MAGIC FLUTE REIMAGINED ON NOW: A delightful immersive art and music event about Mozart taking place at the Kirch auf der Egg in Wollishofen Zurich. Suitable for all ages. See details here.
WILD & BEAUTIFUL: URSULA RODEL EXHIBITION ON NOW UNTIL 21st MARCH: Check out this really cool exhibition all about Ursula Rodel and how she influenced fashion. Read all about it here.
SCHOGGI RALLYE ZURICH 2024 FOR CHOCOLATE LOVERS! SAT 23RD MARCH: There’s a fun and delicious chocolate tour taking place in Zurich on Saturday, the 23rd of March! Explore small, innovative chocolatiers, savor delicious samples, and vote for your favorites. Don’t miss this exclusive experience! From 9:30 am to 5:00 pm at various locations across Zurich. Tickets: CHF 6/8 for adults, CHF 4/6 for children aged 6 to 11, FREE for children aged 5 and under. Read all about it here & buy your ticket in advance for the best price.
FAREWELL TO THE UTO KINO CINEMA 24th MARCH: The Arthouse cinema Uto in Kreis 4 is closing on 24th March after nearly 100 years as a cinema. Check out the farewell program in the run up to 24th March and why not pay a visit before it closes. See detail here.
ROSE FOUNTAINS IN THE RUN UP TO EASTER MONDAY: From 24th March to 1st April seven of the fountains in the city will be filled with roses as part of an initiative by the Reformierte Kirche. Read all about this initiate and see the locations here.
BAKING TRADITIONAL SWISS DESSERTS AWCZ WORKSHOP MON 25th MARCH. Join author and blogger Heddi Niewsma, from Cuisine Helvetica, and bake two Swiss specialties: Osterfladen, an Easter tart made with almonds and semolina, and Carac, little dark chocolate tarts with green icing. Starts 10am. Cost: 25CHF for members and 35CHF for non-members. Register here.
WANT TO LIVE A CRAZY GOOD LIFE? – AWCZ WORKSHOP WITH ANITA JOOS EYRE- THU 28th MARCH at 9.30: Anita Joos Eyre is an ICF certified Transition & Leadership Coach dedicated to empowering women in gaining clarity around their next professional and personal steps. She helps individuals navigate life changes, fostering transformation by deepening one’s understanding of self and facilitating shifts in habitual patterns and envisioning new possibilities. Cost: 25CHF for members and 35CHF for non-members. Register here.
EASTER OPENING TIMES AND THINGS TO DO 29th MARCH – 1st APRIL: Easter is coming and there will be plenty going on in Zurich. Check out the opening times and see some ideas here.
ANNUAL MORGES TULIP FESTIVAL 29th MARCH – 12th MAY: The beautiful Morges Tulip Festival is back in the Parc de l’independence this Spring and once again it is a FREE event. It runs from 29th March – 12th May 2024. Please see details of this lovely tulip park here.
TECHNOWORLD EXHIBITION AT PHOTOBASTEI ZURICH UNTIL 31st March: Find out all about the Technoworld photo & techno exhibition here.
EXPOVINA PRIMAVERA 4th – 11th APRIL: The Expovina Primavera wine fair is back in Zurich at Puls 5 from 4th – 11th April – don’t miss! See details here.
SECHSELAEUTEN 15th APRIL: Don’t miss the Burning of the Böögg on 15th April as well as all the other Sechselaeuten festivities the weekend before. Read all about this Zurich event here.
SIX THE POP PHENOMENON PERFORMING IN ENGLISH IN ZURICH 9th – 21st APRIL: Tickets on sale now for SIX the pop phenomenon. It is all about the 6 wives of Henry VIII and has been a real sensation in the UK and the US. For a limited time it will be at Theater 11 in Zurich. It’s all in English! So don’t miss this chance to go along? See details of SIX here.
TALIANITÀ EXHIBITION AT LANDESMUSEUM ON NOW UNTIL 14th APRIL: A small but very interesting exhibition at the Landesmuseum about the Swiss Italians and their experiences over the years. Read all about it here
IMAGINE PICASSO IMMERSIVE EXHIBITION UNTIL 7th APRIL: Don’t miss this amazing immersive art exhibition at the Lichthalle MAAG. See details here.
KAFKA EXHIBITION STRAUHOF ZURICH – ON NOW TILL 12th MAY: If you’re interested in Kafka why not visit this exhibition at Strauhof in Zurich. See details here.
SPECTROOM ART INSTALLATIONS IN SIHLCITY FROM NOW – 31st MAY: Check out the Spectroom light and art installations at Sihlcity. They are on now until 31st May. See details here.
See a short reel of the Spectroom art installations here.
TRINITY T-REX AT AATHAL DINOSAUR MUSEUM NOW ON VIEW: The Sauriermuseum or Dinosaur Museum in Aathal has got a very special new exhibit – “Trinity” a huge T-Rex exhibit made from the skeletons of three female T-Rex. This is bound to be a very popular exhibition. Read all about it here.
EXPAT SWISS TAX ADVICE: Martin Beiner explains what you need to do regarding Tax in Switzerland, especially around this time of year. Read all his tips and advice here.
TOP FREE MUSEUMS IN ZURICH: Did you know that Zurich has a number of great FREE museums you can visit? Check out the list here.
BRITISH SWISS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENTS: Check out the upcoming events at the British Swiss Chamber of Commerce. Take a look here.
RAINY DAY ACTIVITIES IN ZURICH: When the weather looks unsettled and more rain is forecast. Take a look at our list of rainy day activities in Zurich here.
TOBOGANNING NEAR ZURICH: Check out these great places to go tobogganing near Zurich – but do check the websites first to see if there is sufficient snow! Take a look here.
ZURICH OPERA HOUSE PERFORMANCES: Check out the latest performances at Zurich Opera House here.
TONHALLE ZURICH: See what’s on at the Tonhalle Zurich. See their latest program here.
INTERNATIONAL COMEDY CLUB IN ZURICH: The International Comedy Club Zurich has lots of new Stand Up events coming soon. Take a look here.
VISIT ST GALLEN WITH THE ST GALLEN MUSEUM CARD: The St Gallen Museum Card is a real bargain costing just CHF 24 per person for a day card which allows you to visit up to 11 museums including the Abbey Library and Vaulted Cellar (which alone costs either CHF 12 or CHF 18 depending if you visit one or both). Read all about this amazing card and check out out pictures of the world famous UNESCO World Heritage Library.
SNOW AND ICE ACTIVITIES
A HIKE TO LAKE PALPUONGA: A beautiful lake to visit in Winter and Spring. See details here.
7 GREAT PLACES TO GO SNOWSHOEING NEAR ZURICH: Check out this great list of places to go snowshoeing not far from Zurich. Take a look here.
TOP PLACES TO GO ICE SKATING NEAR ZURICH: Check out these great places in and around Zurich to go iceskating. See the list of ice skating rinks here.
THINGS TO DO ON A RAINY DAY IN ZURICH: There’s plenty to do on a rainy or cloudy day in and around Zurich. Take a look here.
BEST PLACES TO GO SKIING NEAR TO ZURICH: There are lots of ski resorts not far to Zurich. Check out our list of these great ski destinations which are suitable for both snowboarders and skiers alike. Read all about them here.
7 GREAT BUDGET FRIENDLY SKI RESORTS FOR FAMILIES: See details of 7 small ski resorts in Graubünden where a family of four can all ski for a day for CHF 100 or less. See details of these ski resorts here.
MAGIC PASS SPECIAL OFFER UNTIL 9th APRIL: Check out the details of the Magic Pass offering 80 different ski destinations all over Switzerland and in France and Italy too. Read all the details here.
HEADING FOR THE SLOPES? CHECK OUR SKI PACKING LIST: Take a look at our list of all the essential things you need before going skiing! Take a look at the list here.
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Basque Style Chicken Casserole –see recipe here.
TRIPS & THINGS TO DO NOT FAR FROM ZURICH
31 IDEAS FOR EXCURSIONS FROM ZURICH: We have put together a list of 31 ideas for excursions and things to do (mostly) not too far from Zurich. Take a look here if you need some inspiration.
31 THINGS TO DO FOR KIDS & TEENS IN ZURICH: Check out our list of top things to do for children and teenagers in Zurich. Take a look here.
TRAVEL INSPIRATION
SURF, SUNSHINE AND FUN IN AGADIR & TAGHAZOUT: Fancy a fun break in Taghazout near Agadir? As well as surfing there is lots more to discover from outdoor activities and sport to exploring historical sites and finding out all about the native and very precious Argan oil. With temperatures all year round in the twenties ( hottest months are July and August) it’s the perfect place to visit when the skies are grey in Zurich. Read all about it here.
ITALIAN LAKES TRAVEL INSPIRATION: What could be better than heading to the Italian lakes for a little sunshine, fabulous food, wonderful views and outdoor activities. Take a look here.
NEW! SNOWSHOEING PACKAGES AT THE CAMBRIAN ADELBODEN: The Cambrian design hotel in Adelboden is now offering great Snowshoeing packages which include a guided snowshoe hike with all the equipment, 2 nights accommodation, a fondue dinner and a dinner at Bryn Williams Restaurant and of course access to the full spa and wellness area. Find out all about it here. PLUS SPECIAL OFFER FOR ALL NEWINZURICH READERS: Use code GETTWENTY to receive a 20% Discount of all bookings made via the hotel website up until 13th April 2024.
See a short reel of the Cambrian Hotel Adelboden here
6 CAR FREE MOUNTAIN VILLAGES IN SWITZERLAND YOU NEED TO VISIT: Have you visited these 6 car free mountain villages in Switzerland? Why not check them off your bucket list soon.Take a look at the list here.
A PANORAMIC TRAIN RIDE ON THE BERNINA EXPRESS: How about a scenic train ride on the Bernina Express? Read all about the Bernina Express here.
CHECK OUT THE BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH AT SEERESTAURANT L’O: There’ s great bottomless Sunday Brunch at Restaurant L’O in Horgen on Lake Zurich until the end of April. Don’t miss! See details here.
FONDUE GUIDE ZURICH: Check out where to get the best fondues in Zurich here.
ZURICH RESTAURANT GUIDES: Check out our various guides to different types of restaurants in Zurich. Take a look at our restaurant guides here.
THE NEW DYSON AIRSTRAIT – NOW IN SWITZERLAND: The revolutionary new Dyson Airstrait has just been launched in Switzerland. Not only does it straighten your hair, but it dries wet hair too! All without damaging your hair! Read all about the Dyson Airstrait here.
EXPATS
NEW IN ZURICH? NEW IN SWITZERLAND? : See our top tips for newcomers here.
MORE TIPS FOR NEWCOMERS: Some more tips to help you feel at home here.
BRITISH SWISS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EVENTS: Check out all the upcoming events at the British Swiss Chamber of Commerce. Take a look here.
THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT HAVING A PET IN SWITZERLAND: Did you know that there are special rules on keeping pets in Switzerland? Read all about having a Pet in Switzerland here.
FIND OUT ALL ABOUT PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN ZURICH HERE: Tips on the different public transport options and types of tickets available in Zurich. Read the details here.
LOOKING FOR A GREAT PRESENT? HOW ABOUT THIS BOOK BUNDLE? Save on these great books from Bergli Books. Take a look here.
SHARED LAUNDRY FACILITIES: Find yourself sharing laundry facilities in your new apartment? Find out all about this Swiss phenomenon here.
WHERE TO SELL ONLINE IN SWITZERLAND: Find out where you can sell stuff online in Switzerland here.
SPEEDING FINES IN SWITZERLAND: Things you need to know about Speeding in Switzerland. Read the article here.
PATUMBAH PILATES WITH HEATHER STEELE: Looking for a wonderful Pilates teacher? Find out all about UK born Heather Steele and her various Pilates classes. Read all about Heather and Patumbah Pilates here
EXCHANGING YOUR DRIVING LICENCE: As soon as you arrive in Switzerland and receive your Ausweis, you should make arrangement to exchange your driving licence. See all the steps you need to undertake here.
LEAVING SWITZERLAND? If you’re leaving Switzerland anytime soon, check out our handy list of things you need to do before you go. See details here.
RECOMMENDED HAIRDRESSERS: See our list of recommended hairdressers in Zurich here.
TRANSITIONING TO SWITZERLAND WITH CHILDREN: Top tips when transitioning to Switzerland with children. Read the article here.
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