Published on 4 March 2026

Events

The Consulates General of Switzerland in Montreal and Vancouver present a non-exhaustive overview of Swiss-related events taking place within their consular districts. These events reflect the diversity and dynamism of Switzerland’s presence in Canada.

Eastern Canada

Consulate General of Switzerland in Montreal

Below is a selection of upcoming events.

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16 September 2026

111 Echoes From Halifax to Open the 2026 Atlantic International Film Festival 2026

Inspired by the tragedy of Swissair Flight 111, this Switzerland-Canada co-production will have its world premiere in Halifax.

16 September 2026
18:30

25 August 2026

Four Swiss Artists at MUTEK Montreal

Noémi Büchi, Marie Delprat, Julian Sartorius and NVST will represent Swiss creativity at MUTEK Montréal, an international festival dedicated to electronic music and digital creativity.

25 - 30 August 2026

1 August 2026

Swiss National Day 2026: Celebration Calendar

Gatherings are planned across the consular district on 26 July and 1 August 2026. Consult our (non-exhaustive) schedule to learn about events taking place in your area.

26 July 2026

18 July 2026

Thomas Wiesel at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal

In his new show Société écrans (Screen Society), the Swiss comedian takes a critical yet self‑deprecating look at the place screens occupy in our lives.

18 July 2026
21:30

17 July 2026

L’Eclair on Tour in Canada

The Swiss band returns to Canada this July for a series of concerts as part of a North American tour.

17 - 19 July 2026

5 July 2026

THE TWO on Tour in Quebec

The duo will be touring across Quebec this summer, bringing their timeless and authentic blues to audiences throughout the province.

5 - 13 July 2026

27 June 2026

Zimoun at the Biennale in Trois‑Rivières

An immersive installation combining movement, sound and materials.

27 June - 13 September 2026

21 June 2026

Shakura S’Aida in Ontario

The Swiss singer will present three concerts blending blues, jazz and soul in June, spanning a festival and concert venues in Uxbridge and Toronto.

13 June 2026
21:00

17 June 2026

Swiss Film Club – "FOOTBALL INSIDE"

On the occasion of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada, the Swiss Film Club presents Football Inside, a Swiss documentary by Michele Cirigliano that explores football through the rituals, emotions and team spirit of the dressing room.

17 - 21 June 2026
00:01 - 23:59

Western Canada

Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver

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23 June 2026

Special Screening: THE BELONGING

Join us for a special screening of THE BELONGING, a powerful story of identity and connection told through the journeys of Swiss football stars. An inspiring evening of film and conversation ahead of the Switzerland vs. Canada World Cup match.

23 June 2026
19:00 - 21:00

17 June 2026

Swiss Film Club – "FOOTBALL INSIDE"

17 - 21 June 2026
00:01 - 23:59

20 May 2026

Music, Movement, Mood and Parkinson’s

Discover an immersive event series exploring how music, rhythm, and movement can support people living with Parkinson’s with strength, creativity, and resilience. Join guest talks and hands-on workshops that bring together researchers, practitioners, families, and community members.

20 - 22 May 2026
12:00 - 14:30

13 May 2026

Sophie Lavaud – The Final Summit

Join us for a special screening of Sophie Lavaud – The Final Summit, in the presence of Franco-Swiss-Canadian mountaineer Sophie Lavaud. The documentary follows her final ascent of Nanga Parbat, completing the legendary fourteen 8,000-metre peaks. Screening followed by a bilingual Q&A.

13 May 2026
19:00 - 21:00

11 May 2026

Switzerland's Inaugural Appearance at Web Summit Vancouver

Switzerland makes its first appearance at Web Summit Vancouver, showcasing seven innovative startups under the theme “Smarter World, Swiss Precision: AI Meets Real Life.” Discover how Swiss innovation is connecting with investors, partners, and industry leaders on the North American stage.

11 - 14 May 2026
18:00 - 17:00

6 May 2026

Swiss Film Club – "Picture of Light"

Online screening of a visually striking documentary by Peter Mettler, following a journey to Churchill in search of the aurora borealis. A reflection on nature, science, and myth.

6 - 10 May 2026
00:01 - 23:59

5 May 2026

Swiss Film "Who is Still Alive" at DOXA Documentary Film Festival 2026

Discover Who is Still Alive by Swiss director Nicolas Wadimoff at DOXA 2026 in Vancouver, where the film is featured in the festival’s Justice Forum program.

5 May 2026
17:45 - 20:30

1 April 2026

Swiss Film Club – "Mary Anning"

Online screening of an animated coming-of-age adventure inspired by the childhood of pioneering fossil hunter Mary Anning, where a young girl’s search for answers leads her toward friendship, discovery and the beginnings of paleontology.

1 - 5 April 2026
00:01 - 23:59

28 March 2026

Mary Anning – Special Screening in Vancouver

A screening presented by the Consulate General of Switzerland in Vancouver, in collaboration with the Office of Francophone and Francophile Affairs at Simon Fraser University, Alliance Française Vancouver and Visions Ouest Productions.

28 March 2026
16:00 - 18:00