International Motor Show
Location: Palexpo Exhibition Center
Dates: 3-11 March
Info: www.salon-auto.ch
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| For all you car lovers The Geneva Motor show is the place to be. Arguably the largest international show in Europe and, the most important motor show in the world. Witness the unveiling of many new prototypes and innovations during the weeklong show. The atmosphere is electric with lots of freebees and plenty of flare to go around. Don’t miss the Classic favorites displayed by nearly every manufacturer in the world in this huge show.
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Fete De La Musique
Location: Various
Dates: 17-19 June
Info: www.fetedelamusique.ch
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| More than 100 acts on display at more than 30 different outdoor venues spread throughout the city summarize Geneva’s largest music festival. From jazz to reggae to hip-hop there is something for everyone. So dance your way through the streets from dusk to dawn as most of these concerts are free of charge.
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Montreux Jazz Festival
Location: Montreux
Dates: 1-16 July
Info: www.montreuxjazz.ch
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| Founded in 1967, this jazz festival has been a European highlight ever since., Enjoy the free concerts, jam sessions and much more from the world of music along the lake every night. The intimate paid venues offer concert lovers a unique and unforgettable experience with some of the world’s legendary names in field of music.
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Festival De La Batie
Location: Batie Park
Dates: 1-17 September
Info: www.batie.ch
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| For all those who appreciate art in any form and like communing with nature, this is the place for you. This event focuses on raising consciousness about the role of art in today’s society. It is an outdoor, multi-media event designed to amalgamate and present the creative impulse of artists coming over from all over France and Switzerland. Art exhibitions, theater, workshops, seminars and discussions are featured during this festival.
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Lake Sailing Regatta
Location: Lake Geneva
Dates: 12-13 June
Info: www.boldor.ch
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| Europe’s largest and most important sailing regatta with more than 500 boats in competition The Rolex Bol d’Or is an annual event. The Societe Nautique de Geneve, hosts this event and the regatta (competition) has received increased attention on the world stage since the Swiss team took the cup in 2004.
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Christmas Festival
Location: Various
Dates: November through January
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| During Christmas Geneva goes retro to bring back some good old fashioned Christmas festivities to the city during the cold winters. Fusterie Square
plays host to The International Christmas Market which displays hand made folk arts and crafts from throughout Switzerland as well as numerous food stalls, all beautifully exhibited in picturesque miniature wooden chalets along the main shopping street.
Free Open Air Skating is available at Place du Rhone. The annual Christmas Tree Festival is an exceptional event presenting a range of trees and sculptures designed by renowned international artists put on for a display throughout the city. Last but not the least for those of you who are very adventurous, there is the annual Christmas Swimming Cup. This mid-December event draws hundreds of swimmers who brave the icy waters to race from the Jardin Anglais to the Quai General Guisan.
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L’Escalade
Location: The Old Town
Dates: 3-11 December
Info: www.escalade.ch/en/home.php
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| Be a part of this week long popular 5 mile foot-race for all ages through the Old town which culminates the following weekend with a torchlight procession of people dressed in period costumes. This festival commemorates the triumphant victory of the city against the 1602 invasion when the people of Geneva demonstrated against the Duke of Savoy and his mercenary group. During the week long celebrations enjoy the culture of Geneva through concerts, exhibitions and much more.
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Geneva Winter Carnival
Location: Various
Dates: 17-19 February
Info: www.carnaval-geneve.ch
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| For children or those who are yet young at heart, this ancient winter carnival is a masquerade that bids adieu to winter and the welcomes spring. Mask making for the first two days leads to the grand finale of the festival: a magnificent carnival procession starting from the Bridge of Bergues, passing through the streets of Geneva until the stroke of midnight when the revelers scream a collective and final great goodbye to winter.
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