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Cultural events in Geneva

Previews, literary meetings, workshops, city tours and outings in the Geneva countryside: experience French at the heart of Geneva, all year round.

  • 5 formatsCinema, books, workshops, tours, countryside
  • Open to allLearners, members, the curious
  • 100% in FrenchTo practise for real
  • Member benefitsSome activities free

French outside the classroom

Experience French at the heart of Geneva

At the Alliance Française de Genève, the language is also practised outside lessons. Our cultural events in Geneva are open to everyone: learners, members, French speakers and the curious.

With our Geneva cultural partners, we offer:

  • previews of films with the teams present;
  • literary meetings and writing contests;
  • workshops, evenings and guided tours of the city;
  • outings to Geneva countryside producers.
Discover the agenda
The Alliance Française de Genève gourmet outing to the Graf farm in Bernex

Agenda

Upcoming cultural events in Geneva

Online registration in a few clicks. Some activities are free for members.

Some activities free for members · Become a member · info@afge.ch

Programme

5 ways to experience French in Geneva

  • Cinema & previews

    Francophone films, often with the team present.

  • Literature & writing

    Author meetings and the “Écrivain d’un soir” writing contest.

  • Workshops & evenings

    Escape game, themed evenings, creative workshops.

  • Tours of Geneva

    Language trails through the city.

  • Countryside outings

    Wine estates and farms of the canton.

Why take part?

Much more than an outing: a real immersion in French

Our events extend your lessons into real life: you speak, you listen, you meet — and Geneva becomes your classroom.

  • Practise speaking in real situations, in a relaxed and friendly setting;
  • meet other Francophiles from all over the world who live in Geneva;
  • discover Geneva differently: cinemas, museums, bookshops, vineyards.
See the French courses
Domaine de la Vigne Blanche in Cologny, venue of an Alliance Française de Genève wine outing

Google review

They were there

  • ★★★★★
    J’ai participé au concours d’écriture écrivain d’un soir, c’était super !!
    Google review · Writing contest
  • ★★★★★
    Merci pour l’escape game au musée d’histoire des sciences, c’était génial !!!
    Google review · Escape game
  • ★★★★★
    Un grand MERCI à l’Alliance Française de Genève d’avoir organisé cette soirée d’immersion dans l’univers de la joaillerie. Ce fut un plaisir de découvrir toutes ces pièces d’exception dans une ambiance conviviale.
    Google review · Jewellery evening
  • ★★★★★
    Des propositions d’activités très riches et une équipe vraiment efficace.
    Google review · Cultural programme

Frequently asked questions

Everything to know before you come

What kinds of events does the Alliance Française de Genève organise?

Previews and screenings of Francophone films, literary meetings and writing contests, workshops and cultural evenings, guided tours of Geneva and outings in the Geneva countryside (wine estates, farms).

Do I have to be a student or a member to take part?

No, our events are open to everyone. Members of the Alliance Française de Genève do enjoy benefits, for example free access to some activities.

How much do the events cost?

The price depends on the event and is shown in the agenda. For example, the Language Trail through Geneva costs 15 CHF and is free for members.

Where do the events take place?

In Geneva and its region, at our cultural partners: cinemas (Les Scala, Cinéma Bio), museums, wine estates and farms of the canton. The exact address is on each event’s page.

Are the events held in French?

Yes. It is an ideal opportunity to practise French in real situations, alongside a French course.

How do I register for an event?

Click “Register” in the agenda on this page and complete your registration online. For any question: info@afge.ch.

How can I stay informed about upcoming events?

Follow us on Instagram (@alliance_francaise.geneve), Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to our newsletter.

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Our partners

Institutions, schools, festivals, cinemas and publishers: a Geneva and Francophone network at the service of our learners.

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