Wondering what's going on in and around Lausanne? Check out our picks for this week:
The Open Air Locarno Film Festival at Plateforme 10 (July 15-20). This free event offers nightly screenings of acclaimed films from the Locarno Film Festival on a giant outdoor screen at the Photo Elysée – mudac building. The screenings begin at 10:00 PM, and while entry is free, registration is recommended due to limited seating. Attendees can enjoy an open-air catering service from Le Nabi Bar starting at 6:00 PM
Cin'estival at Château d'Ouchy (July 16–August 8)
Open-air cinema screenings in the gardens of Château d'Ouchy, starting with "Les Bronzés" on July 16.Enjoy classic films with special guests and themed experiences
Lausanne Garden Party at Parc de l’Hermitage (July 18–19)
A free, festive weekend in one of Lausanne’s most scenic parks, featuring music, dance, theater, street arts, and open-air cinema. Activities for children, including storytelling and workshops, are also offered. Bars and food stalls will be available.
Colombia Vive Festival 23rd edition (July 18–20)
A lively celebration of Colombian culture at Esplanade de Montbenon, featuring music, dance, and traditional cuisine
RowFit Splash (July 17) Coach Sherry is bringing the RowFit heat to the water’s edge! She’ll kick things off with an energising workout and a fun relay, followed by an optional dip in the lake. It’s the perfect combo: fitness, water, and fun in the great outdoors with the RowFit Crew.
Vintage, Set & Match (July 19, Montchoisi Tennis Club) - Step into a retro summer vibe at the historic Montchoisi Tennis Club. A relaxed afternoon featuring live grill cooking, Swiss wines, and great company on the sunny terrace. Whether you're a tennis lover, food enthusiast, or simply looking for a unique social experience, this is the perfect match for you!
Discover the Vaud alpine pastures (July 19)– each July and August, the idyllic high-altitude farms in the canton of Vaud open their doors for family-friendly, convivial days in the mountains. Starting at 11 am, guests are welcomed with a drink, then treated to a hearty Gruyère AOP fondue, followed by meringue and coffee – all for a fixed fee: CHF 30 (free under age 10, CHF 15 up to 15).
UEFA Women’s EURO Fan & Fun Zone (ends July 27, Ouchy). A lively tented fan zone offering live match screenings, games, food, and family-friendly entertainment.
Montreux Jazz (ends July 19). The legendary lakeside jazz fest transforms the Riviera with 16 days of legendary and emerging artists—expect iconic names, vibrant free stages, and an unforgettable lakeside atmosphere.
