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NETTOYAGE ANNUEL DU LAC
19-20 September 2026
Geneva
Since more 34 years, the club Aqua-Diving has organized a lake clean-up with their members and volunteers. More than 17,500kg of garbage has been taken out of Lac Léman in a quarter of a century! In order to maintain the scale of this event, and in addition to participants in the Annual Lake Cleanup, the organizers urgently need more volunteers for the days leading up and after. There will be entertainment, concerts, prizes and more. Click here for more information.
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FÊTE DES VENDANGES
19-20 September 2026
Russin, GE
Throughout the weekend, numerous activities are planned in the streets and at the stands for the wine harvest. You can discover culinary specialties as well as quality Geneva wines. Click here for more information.
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MOULIN DE SÉVERY: LA FÊTE À LA NOIX
Saturday, 19 September 2026
10h to 18h
Sévery, VD
As part of “Week of Taste” the Moulin de Sévery is open for you and your family to crack and shell walnuts, discover the secrets of making walnut oil the old-fashioned way, and take home your own bottle of walnut oil. With plenty of activities, an artisan market, food options, and demonstrations, the program promises to be a festive event! Click here for more information.
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Our free “Know-it-all's WHAT TO DO in the area” is kindly sponsored this week by: Léman Golfique, by Sandor Szabados, BTL - Beyond the Lens Publishing - new 112-page luxury coffee table book, showcasing twelve of the most scenic golf courses around our Léman region through stunning photography.
PRO VÉLO LAUSANNE: BOURSE AUX VÉLOS
Wednesday 16 September 2026
16h-17h (drop off bikes to sell)
17h30-19h (sale)
Épalinges, VD
Now is a great time to pick up a new second-hand bike, or upgrade the one you have already. Click here for more information.
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ROLEX SWITZERLAND SAIL GRAND PRIX
19-20 September 2026
Geneva
The most exciting catamaran racing returns to Geneva. The Rolex SailGP Championship's debut on Lake Geneva in 2025 saw a sold-out crowd, an unforgettable atmosphere, and a dramatic finish as the Germany SailGP Team, presented by Deutsche Bank, denied Switzerland victory on home waters. Click here for more information.
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JOURNÉES ÉUROPÉENNES DU PATRIMOINE: EUROPEAN HERITAGE DAYS
19-20 September 2026
All around France
What a great weekend to check out the open houses for historic monuments, showcasing the extraordinary richness of the French heritage to as many people as possible through one-of-a-kind events, unusual tours, and special open houses. Step inside exceptional sites and buildings that are usually closed to the general public. Click here for more information.
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AIWC ART AND CRAFT FAIR
Upcoming date 6-7 November 2026 so sign up now.
Geneva
Looking for creative participants who do: needlework, sewing, paper crafts, pottery, jewelry, artwork, photography, jams, jellies, flavored oils and chutneys, or other creative works. Commercially-produced items will not be accepted. Click here for more information.
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