Wondering what's going on in and around Lausanne? Check out our picks for this week:
- Too Nasty - A Comedy Show for Bad People with Teddy Hall and Friends on Monday night.
- Comedy on the Rocks - English Open Mic at Lausanne Cocktail Club on Tuesday. The longest running English Open Mic in Lausanne continues every other Tuesday with curated lineups and well crafted cocktails!
- The festivities to celebrate the 750th anniversary of Lausanne Cathedral were officially launched end of February. The anniversary celebrations include a rich musical and cultural program throughout the spring months, starting on March 12 with concert cathedral
- Cocktail & Canvas night: On Thursday Eat Me welcomes Alessandro Cogoni (winner of Best Bartender 2024 award at the Swiss Bar Awards) and emerging local artist Jérémiah Nasel, for a special evening of mixology, painting and music.
- The Antonio Gades company is back with its legendary show CARMEN at Beaulieu Theatre on March 13. To recapture the very essence of Andalusian culture, the Spanish choreographer has chosen a striking contrast between Bizet's extraordinary music and that of a live flamenco orchestra.
- Vernissage of the new exhibition "Final_Backup: what happens to our data after we die?" on Thursday evening at Pyxis. An exploration of digital memory and its future, presented by Elias Diehl and Jonatan Bischof (ZHdK). Inauguration in the presence of the artists on Saturday afternoon.
- Shopping Therapy Showroom Pop-Up (Thursday to Saturday; Rue du Bugnon 8). Customize and pre-order your leather sandals for spring-summer! More than 20 different models to choose from, 5 types of soles, sizes from 35 to 46.
- Beat Fitness celebrates its 8th birthday with a couple of special evening workout classes on Friday. Book your spot here.
- Brazil meets Swiss Truffle: a unique gastronomic evening at Pyxis Cafe on Friday. Three chefs (Sophie Siffert, Clara Matias and Emanuel Savio) will take you on a journey between the bewitching flavors of Brazil and those of the Swiss black diamond. Pairing with natural wines or alcohol free drink; full menu, vegetarian and gluten free (120 Fr). Reserve via email: matias.clara@icloud.com
- The former halls of the Ballet Béjart welcome you from March 15 to 16, for the second edition of La Forêt de Beaulieu in its spring equinox version, entitled La Forêt de Mars. A market for unique artisans, creators and traders.
- The 6th edition of Urban Trail Lausanne on Sunday: a unique city race that lets participants explore Lausanne's urban and green landscapes, offering a fun and challenging experience.
- Exclusive visit to the Collections “Habits de lumière: the Olympic Museum’s collection of ceremonial costumes”. The Olympic Museum opens its doors on Sunday for a unique guided tour of the ceremonies through rare and iconic collections, which are usually closed to the public. This tour is simultaneously in French and English.
ONGOING FESTIVALS
- Rencontres 7e Art Lausanne (Think Cinema) (ends March 16; Various venues, including Cinéma Capitole). An international film festival with screenings, discussions, and masterclasses focused on the art of cinema.
- Les Printemps de Sévelin (March 5-23, 2025 – Théâtre Sévelin 36) A contemporary dance festival featuring performances and workshops that push creative boundaries. This event brings together international choreographers and dancers to showcase their work.
- Green Film Festival (March 1 - April 13) Cinema for a sustainable future - The best films of the year on ecology, nature, sustainable development to learn, admire and get involved. Check the program for screenings at various locations in Lausanne.
