What to do in Lausanne in July?
Our July bucket list
for the year 2026
1
Let yourself be swept away by the energy of the Festival de la Cité !
From 30 June to 5 July, the Festival de la Cité will be bringing Lausanne to life. The historic heart of the city becomes a living stage where theatre, music, dance, performance and circus come together. A week of free artistic experiences for all ages, awaits you!
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2
Soak up the sun, relax and have some fun !
Just a few minutes from Lausanne, the beaches are just the place to get away from it all: sun, crystal-clear water and relaxation. Whether you come to cool off, sunbathe or try your hand at paddle boarding, these beaches are the must-go-to spots this summer!
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3
A journey through Ella Maillart’s photographic stories
Traveller, photographer, writer: Ella Maillart criss-crossed Asia and made history. Her work, recognised by UNESCO in 2025, is in the spotlight at Photo Elysée: a journey through her travels of the 1930s, where images and words shape the world’s memory.
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4
Enjoy a film as if you were at the Locarno Film Festival
Experience cinema on a grand scale with the 4th edition of the free Locarno Open Air Festival, where you can watch the best films of the festival on the giant screen of the Photo Elysée – mudac building !
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5
Meet up with loved ones at Garden-Parties for moments of shared fun and laughter !
This summer, Lausanne’s parks come to life with the Garden-Parties! For five weekends, music, dance, theatre, street art and open-air cinema will be taking place in the heart of the city. A joyful atmosphere, entertainment for young and old, and great fun in every corner of the lawn!
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