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Culture

Switzerland has a rich and diverse culture, reflected not only in its four national languages (German, French, Italian, and Romansh), but also in the breadth of its art, literature, film, and music sectors. Geographically surrounded by five European countries, Switzerland has nonetheless developed its own unique culture – one that is famous for driving innovation and creativity. Cultural exchange between Switzerland and the U.S. provides the foundation for growth in many other areas.

Experience how Switzerland’s cultural impact in the United States strengthens the bilateral relationship.

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Featured events

Do You Speak Swiss? Switzerland at the 2025 ACTFL Convention & World Languages Expo

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Climb to Switzerland 2025

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Culture

Film screening: “Master of Cheese”

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Culture

From Zurich to D.C.: Switzerland celebrating Pride in the U.S.

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Culture

Swiss German and Multilingualism at Georgia Tech with Dominic Oppliger

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The Swiss Club of Washington, D.C. celebrates Swiss National Day

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Consulate Cup 2025: A Celebration of Sport, Community, and Spirit

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January 29, 2026

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Art @ The Consulate: Moonlit Daydream by Lina Müller and Luca Schenardi

January 29 - May 4, 2026 / In the 20th edition of Art @ The Consulate, the Consulate General of Switzerland in New York...

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March 29, 2026

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A Performance of The Pelicot Trial: Tribute to Gisèle Pelicot LIVESTREAM

*Content warning: This event and its description below contain graphic descriptions of sexual violence.* The Martin E. Segal Theatre Center/the...

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Past events

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March 10, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C.

Christian Vonarburg: Systems, Structure, and the Experience of Abstraction

The Swiss Embassy in the United States, in partnership with gallerist Dr. Andrew Ritcheson of Colloquia Art and Swiss artist...

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February 27, 2026

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CHICAGO

Francophonie Festival Kick-Off in Chicago

La Francophonie: It’s millions of people who greet each other every day with a “Bonjour.” Every year, the Consulate General...

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February 21, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C.

Swiss Night at D.C. United

Did you know that the current head coach of Washington, DC’s local soccer club, D.C. United, is Swiss?

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February 20, 2026

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CHICAGO

German High School Day at the University of Illinois Chicago

The Consulate General of Switzerland in Chicago was once again pleased to attend German High School Day, organized by the...

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February 6, 2026

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Switzerland at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games

February 6 - 22, 2026 / Switzerland has played a defining role in the history of the Winter Olympic Games. The country has hosted the Games twice...

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January 29, 2026

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NEW YORK

Spellbound: Exploring the Inner Worlds of Contemporary Illustration with Lina Müller and Luca Schenardi

The Consulate General of Switzerland in New York invites you to a panel discussion featuring Swiss illustrators Lina Müller and...

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January 19, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C.

Switzerland Meets Itself in the NBA: LA Clippers vs. Washington Wizards

Did you know that four players from Switzerland have played in the NBA to date? In 2006, Thabo Sefolosha, now...

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January 18, 2026

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WASHINGTON, D.C.

Swiss Ice Hockey Talent Takes the Ice as the PWHL Takeover Tour Comes to Washington, D.C.

Ice hockey is one of the most popular team sports in Switzerland, rivaling football in terms of attendance and television...

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January 15, 2026

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CHICAGO

Living History in the Midwest: A Conversation with Thomas Zoells

Welcome to the History Blog featuring the connections between Switzerland and the Midwest. I am Joerg Oberschmied, Deputy Consul General...

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