Wondering what's going on in and around Lausanne? Check out our picks for this week:
- (April 27 - May 10) Festival Bande Dessinée Lausanne
Lausanne quietly turns into a comic-lover’s playground, with illustrations spilling out of galleries and onto unexpected corners of the city. - (April 22 - May 10) Moustique at Le Petit Théâtre. Tucked just below the cathedral, Le Petit Théâtre hosts this tender, slightly philosophical piece that feels as much for adults as it is for kids. “Moustique” follows a curious 7-year-old whose endless questions spiral into something surprisingly deep—touching on identity, family, and growing up with humor and sensitivity. It’s intimate, thoughtful, and a refreshing change of pace if you’re craving something quieter but still meaningful.
Wednesday
- Blind Test at Street Cellar
Think you know your music? This is where confidence gets tested. Grab a drink, gather your most competitive friends, and prepare for everything from nostalgic throwbacks to guilty pleasures you swear you don’t listen to. It’s chaotic, loud, and always ends with strangers singing together. - HYPER GAL + Big Pharma Concert
An evening for those craving something a little off the mainstream radar. Expect punchy, genre-blurring sounds—somewhere between indie edge and electronic intensity—with a crowd that’s here for discovery as much as dancing. The kind of night where you leave with a new favorite band. But your tickets here.
Thursday
- BDFIL Nocturne Overture
The comic festival shifts into after-hours mode, and the vibe changes completely. Exhibitions stay open late, the city feels more intimate, and there’s a quiet buzz of people drifting from one spot to another. It’s less about rushing and more about soaking it all in—slow culture, Lausanne style. - Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox at Salle Metropole
Familiar pop hits get a glamorous vintage twist—think swing, jazz, and old-school charisma—with a crowd that can’t help but smile (and dance).
Friday
- Balelec Music Festival at EPFL
The EPFL campus transforms into a full-on festival bubble—multiple stages, big names, and thousands of people ready to kick off spring properly. It’s one of those nights where you bounce between genres, run into everyone you know, and somehow stay out later than planned. Pace yourself—it’s a marathon, not a sprint.
Saturday-Sunday
- “Tout un Art!” at Palais de Rumine
A chance to rediscover a familiar landmark with fresh eyes. The Palais opens up with a mix of artistic formats—some playful, some thought-provoking—inviting you to wander room by room without a strict plan. It’s the kind of cultural evening that feels both accessible and quietly inspiring.
Sunday
- Frip Art Culture at Lausanne Beaulieu
Part vintage market, part creative hangout. You’ll dig through racks of second-hand gems, discover local designers, and probably leave with something you didn’t plan to buy. Come for the clothes, stay for the laid-back, community feel—it’s Lausanne at its most effortlessly cool.
