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Photo Elysée offers a critical reinterpretation of the photographic archives of the Lehnert & Landrock studio, which are part of the museum's collection.

27th edition - Dedicated to interpretation of the works of Bach, the festival invites leading artists to Lausanne. Theme 2025: "Baroque Splendour", with 10 exceptional concerts.

Carte blanche to Kévin Germanier.

The largest French-speaking comedy festival welcomes both the stars of the genre and new talents during hilarious Galas! Something to warm up at the beginning of winter.

Discover the “Polar Mission” exhibition at AQUATIS. A unique experience to explore the polar regions, understand the impact of climate change, and help preserve these fragile ecosystems.

Plateforme 10 hosts both MCBA and the Félix Vallotton Foundation.

Explore the fascinating and little-known world of the micro-organisms that surround us.

Goshka Macuga x Grayson Perry x Mary Toms. mudac and Fondation Toms Pauli are proud to present an exceptional exhibition dedicated to tapestry as a vector for social and political discourse.

This new exhibition covers a period from the late 60s to the present day, with chapters relayed by the specialist press: a special focus on Marielle Stamm,

Giulia Essyad is transforming the MCBA’s Espace Projet into a sensory and spiritual labyrinth, somewhere between digital art and introspection.

Every five years, Photo Elysée opens its walls to the photographers of tomorrow.

Current archaeological discoveries in the canton of Vaud.

La Revue de Lausanne est de retour !

11th edition - Christmas markets are livening up Lausanne from November 20 to December 31, 2025.

The exhibition invites visitors to discover how science shapes our view of the past.

Entirely free of charge, Les Urbaines festival - Festival of artistic experimentations, takes place every year in December in various locations in Lausanne, Renens and Chavannes.

The highly popular Christmas Run offers routes through the streets of the city centre of Lausanne that are adapted to suit all types of participants.

Béjart Ballet Lausanne presents a series of exceptional performances blending contemporary creations and choreographic heritage.

Every year since 1904, at midnight on December 31st, the "Amis de la Cité" have lit up Lausanne Cathedral to ring in the New Year.

Join in Switzerland’s biggest national cross-country event. The first major sporting event of the season in Lausanne.

The 2026 edition of the Prix de Lausanne, international competition for young dancers, will take place at the Théâtre de Beaulieu, in Lausanne.

He coined the term "Art Brut" in the summer of 1945, in connection with his exploratory trip to Switzerland, where he visited asylums, psychiatric hospitals and prisons.

Prepare yourselves for an amazing weekend of running and fun at the 44th edition of the Lausanne 20KM! Get ready for a weekend packed with stamina, with races for all skill levels.

The 8th edition of the international contemporary art fair will be held at Beaulieu Lausanne. Dive into four days of artistic excitement to celebrate art in all its forms!

Lausanne and its historic district swing to the rhythms of Festival de la Cité. The programme combines theatre performances with music, dance, circus and installations.

33rd edition - To each his own distance, to each his own challenge!