Wondering what's going on in and around Lausanne? Check out our picks for this week:
Vinyasa e Vino Event (July 23). Join IM Yoga for a rejuvenating vinyasa flow session in the scenic vineyards of Lavaux. The class runs from 18:30 to 19:30; right after, enjoy a wine tasting with a cocktail aperitif, featuring three glasses of carefully selected local wines—perfectly paired with flavorful bites.
CreativeMornings Lausanne on Mentor with Rocío Egío (July 25, Gotham Coworking space). Join a free, monthly breakfast lecture series with food illustrator and creative cheerleader Rocío Egío.
Les Toiles de Milan – Open-Air Cinema Festival (July 25-30, Parc de Milan). The beloved annual open-air cinema festival in Lausanne, offering a week of free screenings under the stars. The festival features a diverse selection of films, including Swiss premieres, and is accompanied by guided botanical tours, thematic discussions, and short film previews. The first three evenings are held at Parc de Milan, followed by screenings at the Jardin Botanique Cantonal. It's a unique cultural experience that combines cinema with nature and community.
Lausanne Garden Party at Parc de Montbenon
On July 25–26, enjoy free outdoor festivities with music, dance, theater, and open-air cinema at Parc de Montbenon.
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.
AROUND LAUSANNE
Paléo Festival (July 22–27, Nyon)
Experience Switzerland's largest music festival in Nyon. With over 200 concerts across 7 stages, Paléo showcases a diverse lineup of international artists, street performers, and street food delights.
Au Pays des Enfants (July 23-27, Château-d’Œx). A family festival offering free workshops, street performances, circus acts, and ticketed shows under big tops. Highlights include a 240-meter zipline, treasure hunts, and creative activities for kids. It’s a magical experience designed for children and families in the heart of the Swiss Alps.
Discover the Vaud alpine pastures (July 26)– 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).
