Events in Lausanne - Art exhibitions

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.

Zwanzig Jahre nach ReGeneration, erneuert Photo Elysée sein Engagement für junge Kunst mit der Ausstellung Gen Z. Ein neuer Blick, die 66 Fotograf·innen aus aller Welt vereint.

Carte blanche to Kévin Germanier.

Plateforme 10 hosts both MCBA and the Félix Vallotton Foundation.

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

Current archaeological discoveries in the canton of Vaud.

Laure Pigeon (1882–1965) started drawing at the age of 53, and her body of work was only discovered after her death. Her creations, saved from destruction, were subsequently acquired by Jean Dubuffet.

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

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,

Enter a world of giants. Roaring, imposing and larger than life, the dinosaurs are coming to Lausanne!

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.

Through her sculptures, found objects, writing and films, Marina Xenofontos interrogates the material manifestations of memory and history.

The Collection de l’Art Brut marks its 50th anniversary in February 2026.

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.

This major monographic exhibition looks at 25 years from the career of French photographer Luc Delahaye (b. 1962).

Mounted within “The collection”, the display of the museum’s permanent collection, as well as in the MCBA Espace Focus gallery, the show invites visitors to rediscover the many masterpieces of

MCBA, in collaboration with the Musée d’Art Moderne, Paris, is presenting a major exhibition devoted to the work of Otobong Nkanga.

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!