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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24 September 2026

Concerto di Margherita presents Love’s Blindness – Il gioco della cieca

The Basel-based ensemble invites audiences on a journey through Italian Renaissance and early Baroque music, blending voice, instruments and poetry in a captivating musical tale.

24 September 2026
19:30

22 September 2026

Niki de Saint Phalle: Art, Feminism and Activism

The Belles Heures of the Université de Montréal present two lectures on Niki de Saint Phalle, a leading figure in twentieth-century art and feminism.

22 September 2026
13:30 - 16:00

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

11 September 2026

Gisela Hochuli at RiAP 2026

The Swiss performance artist will participate in the next edition of the Rencontre internationale d'art performance (RiAP) with events in Chicoutimi and Quebec City.

11 - 19 September 2026

11 September 2026

Gerry Hemingway at the Guelph Jazz Festival

The percussionist and composer will take part in the Guelph Jazz Festival in Ontario with a public conversation and two performances, offering audiences a glimpse into his distinctive musical universe.

11 - 12 September 2026

10 September 2026

ECAL presents A Typographic Atlas in Montreal

An exhibition showcasing 300 typefaces created by students at ECAL, the University of Art and Design Lausanne.

10 September - 4 October 2026

1 September 2026

Camilla Sparksss on Tour in Quebec and Ontario

Camilla Sparksss is heading to Canada this fall for five performances across Quebec and Ontario. Discover the acclaimed Swiss artist live in Montréal, Rouyn-Noranda, and Toronto.

1 - 6 September 2026

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

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"

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

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