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NOTE: Our team will be on a ⛱ summer schedule so the next WHAT TO DO will be sent out on 17 August 2026. Please check our website over the summer often for new articles, news, and events. Have a great summer!
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COUPE DES ALPES 2026
25-27 June 2026
Evian - Megève - Serre-Chevalier - Courmayeur
This vintage car rally route will highlight the Alps’ greatest mountain passes, following in the footsteps of the legendary routes of yesteryear. For this new edition, several major new features are on the agenda: a stop in Serre-Chevalier on the second day, passes that have never been crossed before — such as the Petit Saint-Bernard — and a completely new finish in Courmayeur, Italy, right next to Mont Blanc. Click here for more information.
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YEAH YEAH PRODUCTIONS: FRIENDS HELP YOU MOVE
Thursday, 25 June 2026
20h
Geneva
The award winning comedy "Friends Help You Move" is going to the Camden Fringe festival in London this August and are performing a warm up show in Geneva. A black comedy about two inept Irish criminals who have dreams of pulling off a heist far beyond their minimal abilities. Click here for more information.
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TUTORSPLUS RESULTS DAY WEBINAR: EXPERT GUIDANCE
Wednesday, 1 July 2026
TutorsPlus will be hosting a special IB Results Day webinar led by Dr Daniele Labriola, an experienced university admissions specialist at TutorsPlus. Key takeaways from the webinar include: How to respond calmly and strategically to exam results; When and how to request remarks or reviews of grades; Advice for students who exceeded or missed predictions; and more. Live Q&A with expert advice for parents and students. Click here to read the blog article.
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NEW: SUMMER CAMP MORNINGS FOR ADULTS!
Monday through Friday from 9h30-12h30
Week 1: 13-17 July 2026
Week 2: 3-7 August 2026
Bellevue, GE
It is now time for YOU to enjoy your own summer creative camps! While children are away at camps this summer, why not join other like-minded individuals over a creative activity? Teenagers are welcome to join with their parent. You’ll get to enjoy Lisa's personalized guidance during each 3-hour session while you try your hand at a new "creation" applying a wide range of techniques. You can be sure of a warm welcome in a creative atmosphere with a home-baked treat provided each morning! Everything will be supplied so no need to bring anything but yourselves! Click here for more information.
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SUMMER CAMPS FOR CHILDREN
Our Children's Activities Calendar has lots of suggestions. From sports to crafts, games to coding, languages to theater, you will surely find one that suits your child's interest and age. Click here for link to the Children's Activities Calendar.
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S U M M E R C E L E B R A T I O N S
** L'ÉTÉ AU JARDIN
20 June through 20 August 2026
Meyrin, GE
Many animations and events organized throughout the summer in this wonderful, little known, botanical garden in Meyrin (near Pfister). Click here for more information.
** 14 JUILLET
13-14 July 2026
French National Day
All sorts of festivities, fetes, fun, and fireworks. Check your local town hall for events in your area. Everything will be shut on this day: banks, shops, and offices. Most towns will be holding their version that starts with a commemorative ceremony and speeches, parade, concert, fireworks, and dance. Of course there will be plenty to eat and drink on every corner! Click here for more information.
** 1er AOÛT
Saturday, 1 August 2026
Swiss National Day
All around Switzerland
The 1er août is all about the bonfires, soup, and barbecued sausages in local towns and villages. The evening starts with a parade of children and their lampions (paper lantern on a stick with a real candle or electric light bulb). Most will have some sort of official ceremony with speeches, bell ringing, and band music. Most of the bonfires are immediately followed by a firework display or dance with DJ or live music. Click here for more information.
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M U S I C E V E N T S
So many more concerts are happening throughout the summer so please check our events calendar for other options! Here are a few to get you started.
** MUSIQUES EN ÉTÉ GENÈVE
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
19 June through 21 August 2026
21h
Geneva
The access to these outdoor concerts is free and without reservation, within the limits of the available places. Held at the Parc de la Grange's Ella Fitzgerald Stage. For the first two weeks, concerts will be held only on Fridays (June 19 and 26). Starting June 29, they will be held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Click here for more information.
** FESTIVAL OFF EVIAN 2026
20 June through 18 July 2026
Evian, France
Free concerts and more around the city... masterclass from professional musicians, concerts, immersion symphonique, exhibits and more. Click here for more information.
** MARCHÉ MUSICAL ESTIVAL
24 June through 2 September 2026 (Wednesdays only)
17h-21h
Excenevex, France (near Yvoire)
Booths with producers and exhibitors with tables available to sit with friends and family in a unique musical atmosphere with open-air concerts featuring talented local bands. An eclectic and festive lineup lets you discover or rediscover regional artists in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Click here for more information.
** MUSIQUE ET VIE FREE SUMMER CONCERTS
25 June through 8 August 2026 (except Sundays)
12h30-13h30
Geneva
If you are looking for a cool lunchtime spot to listen to some great music during the hot summer months, then look no further. If you are in the old town of Geneva during your lunch break, then this might be of interest. 39 free concerts will be held at the Lutheran Church. Click here for more information.
** FESTIVAL DE LA CITÉ
30 June through 5 July 2026
Lausanne, VD
Multi-disciplinary acts of music, art, street performers, and more. Click here for more information.
** RIVES JAZZY 2026
2 July through 9 August 2026
Nyon, VD
For this 31st edition, the Festival continues to take place in the lakefront Rive district of Nyon! Different styles of music live, from Jazz to Blues through Swing, Latino, and Rock. Click here for more information.
** LES ECLECTIKS
2 July through 27 August 2024 (Thursdays only)
Sciez, France
Free open-air concerts and shows on 2 stages will be open to a public, foodtrucks, a bar, stands and entertainment await no less than 10,000 people. Notable guests include Amel Bent, Yannick Noah, and Cali. Click here for more information.
** PLEIN LES WATTS FESTIVAL
9-11 July 2026
Grand-Lancy, GE
Over three evenings: live concerts, DJs, street art, artistic performances, and numerous food and craft booths will take center stage to delight your ears, eyes, and taste buds! 13,000 festivalgoers, 320 musicians and artists, 27 hours of music. Click here for more information.
** SCÈNES FESTIVALES EVIAN 2026
24 July through 21 August 2026 (Fridays only)
From 20h30
Evian, France
This summer, Évian will come alive with an exceptional lineup featuring renowned artists: Cœur de Pirate, Peter Cincotti, Anne Sila & Yvan Cassar, Lynda Lemay, Jean-Félix Lalanne, and Victoria Sio who will be headlineing these free summer concerts. Click here for more information.
** FESTIVAL OSR - ORCHESTRE DE LA SUISSE ROMANDE
Classique, ciné-concert et jazz
13-15 August 2026
Geneva
Held at Genève Plage. The 7th edition of the festival will open as tradition now requires with a classical evening on Thursday, followed by a Hitchcock film concert on Friday, and will end in style with a jazz evening on Saturday, in tribute to Joséphine Baker. Click here for more information.
** IMPERIAL ANNECY FESTIVAL
18-28 August 2026
Annecy, France
Two weeks of concerts, shows, and surprises in the fantastic Imperial Palace Hotel right on the lake! Some are free and some need tickets so please click here for more information.
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