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What’s On Whit Bank Holiday Weekend in Zurich – 18th, 19th & 20th May and beyond

What’s On Whit Bank Holiday Weekend in Zurich – 18th, 19th & 20th May and beyond

  This weekend is Whit Bank Holiday weekend and with Whit Monday as a holiday it’s a great opportunity to get out and about.  Here are a few of the events on this weekend and the next few weeks ahead.           The Afro-Pfingten festival is continuing until the 2oth May in [...]

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Kreislauf 4 & 5 Shopping Event 24th – 25h – 26th May in Langstrasse Area of Zurich

Kreislauf 4 & 5 Shopping Event 24th – 25h – 26th May in Langstrasse Area of Zurich

  Every year in the Langstrasse area of  Zurich in Kreis 4 and 5 there is a special shoping and design event called Kreislauf 4 + 5. It starts this year on Friday 24th May in the evening and continues on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th. About 80 stores and ateliers open their doors to the [...]

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The Swimming Pools in Zurich are Open – “Zurich Badis” – Open air swimming pools and lidos in Zurich

The Swimming Pools in Zurich are Open – “Zurich Badis” – Open air swimming pools and lidos in Zurich

Yesterday was perfect early Summer weather putting everyone in the mindset of dining by the lake, barbecues in in the woods, swimming in the Badis (the outdoor pools) and all the lovely things it’s so great to do in Zurich in the Summer. Despite the fact that the forecast doesn’t look as sunny as we’d hoped and [...]

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Theatre and Entertainment in Zurich – 20% off “Roots of Salsa” at the Maag Halle Zurich

Theatre and Entertainment in Zurich – 20% off “Roots of Salsa” at the Maag Halle Zurich

Today we have a special offer of 20% off tickets for NewInZurich.com readers to the highly acclaimed “Roots of Salsa” dance show which will be performing at the Maag Halle in Zurich in June as part of their world tour. Following their huge success in London, the Cuban dance company  «Roots of Salsa», accompanied by the [...]

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Afro Pfingsten Festival in Winterthur from 13th – 20th May – dancing, workshops, market and more

Afro Pfingsten Festival in Winterthur from 13th – 20th May – dancing, workshops, market and more

Don’t miss the Afro Pfingsten Fair which takes place in Winterthur from 13th – 20th May. If like us you visited last year, you will know that the whole event is full of energy, colour, music, movement and fun. Winterthur is only about 20 minutes or so by train from Zurich Hauptbahnhof or a short [...]

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What’s On in Zurich this Weekend – 11th & 12th May and the Week Ahead

What’s On in Zurich this Weekend  – 11th & 12th May and the Week Ahead

          – Dolder Classic Car Event - event showcasing vintage cars on Sunday 12th May next to the Dolder Swimming Pool. Free entry. For more information read here.           – Walk In Closet at Stall 6 – this is a “clothes exchange” event which is taking place on Saturday [...]

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Dolder Classics – An Exhibition of “Old Timers” in Zurich

Dolder Classics – An Exhibition of “Old Timers” in Zurich

The Swiss often use English words to convey something quite different to the usual English meaning, and their use of the word “old timer” is one such instance. This Sunday there will be an exhibiton of “old timers” at the Dolder, right next to the Dolder public swimming pool. This doesn’t however mean that there [...]

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10 ideas for Mother’s Day – Sunday 12th May and International Museum Day

10 ideas for Mother’s Day – Sunday 12th May and International Museum Day

It’s Mother’s Day in Switzerland this Sunday 12th May. If you need some ideas or suggestions on things you can buy or do it’s still not too late. Here are some thoughts:- 1. Sunday 12th May is also International Museum Day for 2013 so why not combine the two events and treat mum to a [...]

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Women’s Expo Zurich May 26th and Ascension Bank Holiday on 9th May

Women’s Expo Zurich May 26th and Ascension Bank Holiday on 9th May

Don’t miss the Women’s Expo in Zurich on Sunday 26th May. Founded by Lisa M. Chuma, Editor in Chief of Inspirational Woman Magazine, the day is bound to be full of fun, excitement and interest for women – though don’t worry – men are allowed in and children too! The exhibition takes place at the [...]

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