Discovering the Enlightenment Accessible free of charge and at all times, this cultural walk around the site locates the château in the context of the estate, telling its story in the places where it happened. Find out more about: + Discovering the Enlightenment
Chintz. How a Fabric Conquered the World Following the success of the temporary exhibition in 2018, Château de Prangins is creating an entirely new chintz centre comprising the permanent exhibition Chintz. Find out more about: + Chintz. How a Fabric Conquered the World
What is Switzerland? The oldest democracy in the world, a major financial center and perpetual armed neutrality: is this Switzerland or is it just a series of clichés? Find out more about: + What is Switzerland?
Destination archaeology. 1798 - Future The exhibition invites visitors to discover how science shapes our view of the past. Find out more about: + Destination archaeology. 1798 - Future
On stage! Fêtes des Vignerons costumes The party's over, the costumes put away. Their emotional value is so strong that it's hard to part with them. Find out more about: + On stage! Fêtes des Vignerons costumes
A tsunami on Lake Geneva - Musée du Léman What happened in 563 on Lake Geneva? Were Marius of Avenches and Gregory Tours telling the truth? Find out more about: + A tsunami on Lake Geneva - Musée du Léman
INVISIBLES. The hidden life of microbes Explore the fascinating and little-known world of the micro-organisms that surround us. Find out more about: + INVISIBLES. The hidden life of microbes
Spring 2025 Collections Current archaeological discoveries in the canton of Vaud. Find out more about: + Spring 2025 Collections
Marina Xenofontos. Play Life Through her sculptures, found objects, writing and films, Marina Xenofontos interrogates the material manifestations of memory and history. Find out more about: + Marina Xenofontos. Play Life
Times in Tapestry 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. Find out more about: + Times in Tapestry
Let the Journey Begin! A Fun Exhibition for Families Château de Prangins presents a major first: a new role-playing exhibition for families Find out more about: + Let the Journey Begin! A Fun Exhibition for Families
Panorama of Swiss history: From the Helvetii to the present This ‘Panorama of Swiss history’ is very much in phase with the renewal of interest in the past reported by quite a number of recent publications. Find out more about: + Panorama of Swiss history: From the Helvetii to the present
Prix de Lausanne The 2026 edition of the Prix de Lausanne, an international competition for young dancers, will take place at the Théâtre de Beaulieu in Lausanne. Find out more about: + Prix de Lausanne
Petite nature ? - Musée du Léman Permanent exhibition "Petite nature" and presentation of an exceptional stained glass window at the Musée du Léman. Find out more about: + Petite nature ? - Musée du Léman
Portrait Gallery Voltaire, Jacques Necker, Joseph Bonaparte, Katharine McCormick and Bernie Cornfeld are just some of the well-known figures who have lived or stayed at Château de Prangins. Find out more about: + Portrait Gallery
Polar Mission: A Journey to the Heart of the Poles 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. Find out more about: + Polar Mission: A Journey to the Heart of the Poles
Louis Bosset (1880-1950): from compass to trowel Architect, archaeologist and politician, Louis Bosset had a profound impact on the heritage and architectural landscape of Payerne and the Broye region in the first half of the 20th century. Find out more about: + Louis Bosset (1880-1950): from compass to trowel
The Kitchen Garden Permanent open air exhibition, the kitchen garden of the Château de Prangins is the largest historical kitchen garden in Switzerland. Find out more about: + The Kitchen Garden
Décors. Masterpieces from the Collections An item of furniture, a decorative object, a wall covering, a lamp: all of them speak volumes about our way of life, our tastes, our values and our occupations. Find out more about: + Décors. Masterpieces from the Collections
Vallotton Forever. The Retrospective Plateforme 10 hosts both MCBA and the Félix Vallotton Foundation. Find out more about: + Vallotton Forever. The Retrospective
J’♥️ MON SMAKY 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, Find out more about: + J’♥️ MON SMAKY
Suisse Diagonales Jazz A biennial touring festival of improvised music, the Swiss Diagonales Jazz festival serves both as a springboard for young Swiss artists and as a link between our country's four linguistic areas. Find out more about: + Suisse Diagonales Jazz
Convention Japan Impact Japan Impact awaits you at the Lausanne Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL) for a complete immersion in Japanese culture. Find out more about: + Convention Japan Impact
40th edition of the Sainte-Croix Carnival The town of Sainte-Croix, on the French-Swiss border, organises a famous carnival every February. Find out more about: + 40th edition of the Sainte-Croix Carnival
Brandons of Payerne Brandons of Payerne are one of the oldest carnivals in Switzerland. A weekend per year in Payerne, the madness is not only authorized, but also recommended... Find out more about: + Brandons of Payerne
Les Hivernales Festival Come and enjoy the good atmosphere of the Hivernales Festival in Nyon. Find out more about: + Les Hivernales Festival
50 years of the Collection de l'Art Brut To mark its 50th anniversary, the Collection de l'Art Brut invites you to the opening of the exhibition "Art Brut in Switzerland. Find out more about: + 50 years of the Collection de l'Art Brut
Art Brut in Switzerland - From the Origins of the Collection to the Present The Collection de l’Art Brut marks its 50th anniversary in February 2026. Find out more about: + Art Brut in Switzerland - From the Origins of the Collection to the Present
International Sled Dog Race 2 days of polar magic and it’s showtime at Col des Mosses during one of the oldest established races in Switzerland. Find out more about: + International Sled Dog Race
Payerne 10 km run Running through the town of Payerne, negotiating its pavements and cobblestones: challenges to be overcome in this magnificent annual race. Find out more about: + Payerne 10 km run
Les Printemps de Sévelin Les Printemps de Sévelin - International Festival of contemporary dances forms is mixing international performances and Swiss creations. Find out more about: + Les Printemps de Sévelin
Ella Maillart. Photographic Encounters Ella Maillart (1903-1997) was an extraordinary adventurer, as well as a photographer and writer, who spent extended periods of time in Asia. In 2025, her entire body of work was recognized by UNESCO. Find out more about: + Ella Maillart. Photographic Encounters
Luc Delahaye. The Echo of the World This major monographic exhibition looks at 25 years from the career of French photographer Luc Delahaye (b. 1962). Find out more about: + Luc Delahaye. The Echo of the World
Lausanne Swim Cup From 13 to 15 March 2026, Lausanne welcomes the world’s swimming elite to the Vaudoise aréna for another edition of the Lausanne Swim Cup. Find out more about: + Lausanne Swim Cup