Fête du Théâtre: Band(e) à part
2024-10-13 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Zurich)
Band(e) à part is constructed as a theatrical documentary, with the audience taking on the role of the camera. We follow a pop rock band as they go about their daily business and tour Europe.
Between interviews with band members, live concert scenes and backstage footage, Collectif Duncan explores in music the social mechanisms that govern the evolution of individuals within a group. What remains of each individual in a shared project? A comic and sensitive show, full of disagreements and unison.
A creation by Collectif Duncan
Text, musical composition, direction and acting: Paul Berrocal, Boris Degex and Coralie Vollichard
Artistic collaboration: Alain Borek
Sound: in progress
Photo credit: Aurélia Thys 50 free tickets Reservations: 022 908 20 31 / fetedutheatre.ch From age 12 Running time: 55 min

Poetic aperitif
2024-10-12 11:00 - 12:00
Saturday, October 12, 11 a.m. Resumption of the apéros poétiques with a carte blanche by Editions A côté de cela Reading of texts from the works of :
Francesco Micieli, Carin Caduff,
Pablo Jofré, Philippe Constantin,
Didier Jordan, Marcel Burger, Paul
Verlaine.

Philo aux Bains: birth, what does it change?
2024-10-05 14:00 - 15:30 | Yurt
“We arrive in the midst of a conversation begun before us”, wrote Ricoeur, whose pupil and friend Olivier Abel was. Birth throws us both into history and into the vagaries of chance. The splendor of incarnation, which presents the newborn with the possibility of playing his or her own part, sometimes turns into the anguish of incarceration, of being trapped within oneself and doomed to death. But the desolation of our finitude finds consolation in the marvel of the plurality of existences and forms of life. Each of us is obliged to be born, and through our existence transforms raw chance into consented chance.

By making birth the perpetually renewed root of democracy, Olivier Abel offers us a superb existential and political meditation in which every birth changes something, not only for oneself (obviously!) but also for the world.

In the company of Olivier Abel, professor of philosophy and ethics at the Protestant theology faculty in Montpellier, and author of “La Naissance, qu’est ce que ça change?”, we’ll take a closer look at the term to understand its meanings, uses and imaginations.

Following the approach of the Qu’est ce que ça change? collection, which invites us to reflect freely on a vast subject that concerns us all, the idea is to share the philosopher’s viewpoint and to explore together what this notion evokes.

In collaboration with Labor et Fides Philo aux Bains invites you to question a simple yet complex notion: birth.

Tribute to Lou Reed
2024-09-24 19:00 - 22:30
Tribute to Lou Reed
Lou Reed, the prince of night and anguish as Andy Warhol called him, has left a lasting imprint on our imagination through his lyrics, the way he sings them and the way he sets them to music. To pay tribute to him, Poésie en Ville invites you to an evening of readings, performances and a musical tour of his emblematic songs.
8:00 pm Doors open
8:30-10:00 pm Entertainment: performance by La Ribot, poetry readings by Lou Reed; in English by Katherine DeLand, in French by Philippe Constantin, concert by Rodolphe Burger.
Find out more about Poste en Ville on : https://poesie-en-ville.ch/

Exhibition: Botanical snapshots
2024-09-24 12:15 - 13:30 | On the pier
Present in Geneva for 200 years, the Botanical Conservatory will be revealing its hidden treasures, its unsuspected missions and its key role in the conservation of the plant and fungal world. Immerse yourself in a never-before-seen photographic immersion! Closely linked to the Botanical Garden, but less well known, the Botanical Conservatory abounds in little-known and exceptional treasures. Through the talented photographs produced by Studio Fédéral and Flying Focus, discover the herbarium and library collections studied by botanists from all over the world. Discover also its different facets in research and conservation. Immerse yourself in this institution which, along with the Botanical Garden, is a key player in providing answers to the current global biodiversity crisis.
Public opening: September 24, 12:15 p.m.

poetry in the city
2024-09-23 08:00 - 2024-09-29 21:00
September 21-29 Here and elsewhere… For further information, visit https://poesie-en-ville.ch/

Petanque. tournament
2024-09-22 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday September 22, mixed triplet boules tournament.
Registration from 9am.

Poetry in the City
2024-09-21 - 2024-09-29
POETRY IN THE CITY
From September 21 to 29 at various venues in the city: Bains des Pâquis, Ciné 17, Le Temps d’un Livre bookshop, Grand Théâtre de Genève, Alhambra, Centre d’Art Contemporain.
FREE ADMISSION TO ALL EVENTS
All the authors’ books are available at Le Temps d’un Livre.
For full program details, visit www.poesie-en-ville.ch
During the festival, the Buvette des Bains is open for drinks and food.
TPG buses 6, 8, 9, 25: “Mont-Blanc” stop
Mouettes genevoises: M1, M2, M3: “Pâquis” stop

Race around the lighthouse
2024-09-15 14:00 - 17:00
Please note: Due to weather conditions, the race around the lighthouse is cancelled.

Sauna opening and new opening hours
2024-09-15 | Sauna
You may have noticed it when you come to the Bains these days: the Bains have begun their almost end-of-summer makeover… David, Mike and Bimbi have begun reassembling the saunas. Three weeks of intense work will culminate in the opening of the saunas, steam rooms and Turkish bath on Sunday, September 15! And as of September 15, we’re extending our sauna opening hours: you’ll be able to lounge in the baths for an extra hour in the evening!

Sausage festival
2024-09-14 18:00 - 22:30
The daily special at Bains de Pâquis offers a tasting of sausages with various percentages of vegetable and animal protein. Discover it with the desire to explore new tastes and habits. Plus, music in the water with Timour Nigolian and Mono Tone. Two contemporary music sets presented by L’ABRI.

Chess tournament
2024-09-08 13:30 - 18:30
Sunday, September 8
Registration from 1:30pm.

Mixed watervolley tournament
2024-08-31 13:00 - 18:30, 2024-07-27 13:00 - 18:30
Welcome to our Watervolley tournament, the most refreshing summer event of the year!
Dive into the action with this thrilling game, combining the fun of volleyball with the freshness of water. Assemble your team, challenge your opponents and show off your skills in this unforgettable aquatic tournament. Whether you’re an experienced player or an enthusiastic beginner, Watervolley is open to all.
Get ready for lots of laughs, sliding down the field and friendly competition in an incomparable summer atmosphere!
Registration at 1:00 pm.

Concert: La Orquesta La Puntualidad
2024-08-30 18:30 - 20:00 | On the pier
Since 2013 and 3 albums, the salsa group la Orquesta la Puntualidad has been making audiences dance to the sound of its own songs. Bringing together musicians of both European and Caribbean origin, the Pâquis orchestra is like Switzerland itself: cosmopolitan. The concert will take place on the Jetée des Bains.

Swiss Døds Championship
2024-08-24 13:00 - 18:00 | Waterpolo
The Døds championship will be held at Les Bains on the afternoon of August 24.
On the program:

1:00 pm to 1:55 pm: training
2:00 pm to 3:20 pm: first and second rounds
3:30 to 4:00 pm: Final
4:30 to 6:00 pm: Mini-Tramp session

Details:

3 different døds to perform: one classic and two freestyles
Registration: CHF 15
Limited to 25 participants

Registration:

Telephone: 079 954 63 73
Insta: @alexcentrique_

DJ night: Biggy Bar
2024-08-23 18:30 - 23:30, 2024-08-22 18:30 - 23:30, 2024-08-01 18:30 - 23:30, 2024-07-31 18:30 - 23:30 | On the pier
Come and dance on the Bains pier with the Biggy Bar: DJ evenings from 6.30 pm to 11.30 pm.

Concert: Blanche Blau
2024-08-18 19:50 - 21:00 | Platform
Blanche Biau is a solo project based between London and Zurich. Influences of ’80s wave and post-punk with touches of shoe gaze melt into a sad but dreamy sound. This is an artist from the new Zurich scene. Influences of ’80s wave and post-punk melt into a sad but dreamy sound. Concert on the platform.

Burkina Faso dance and percussion workshop
2024-08-18 17:00 - 18:30
On the eve of the start of the new school year, the Buvette and AUBP traditionally offer activities dedicated to children. This year, between a crossing of the lake and a Blanche Blau concert, the Sini-Yiri association will be offering a musical and artistic discovery workshop for the little ones (who may or may not be accompanied by their parents/carers), focusing on music (discovery of traditional West African instruments), dance (simple choreography) and singing. The team who run this workshop like to end with a calmer moment of storytelling. A great opportunity to get away from it all before heading back to school. Workshop and storytelling for children – Association Sini-Yiri Genève

Boli - Gnawa music concert
2024-08-17 20:00 - 22:00 | On the pier
The aim of the Boli group and its singer Anouar Aït Baouna, is to renew the strong cultural and musical links that the Gnawas have with sub-Saharan Africa, and more particularly with the Peuls. By attempting to stitch together the cut caused by the various incidents of history, he aims to recall the common origin of the different African ethnic groups through a musical language that transcends dialects and languages.
“Boli” means “cracks” in Fulani, like those that appear on the ground due to the shrinkage of clay during periods of drought. This name highlights the schism between the Gnawas and the Fulani. Through its compositions, its arrangements of ancestral songs and its musical vocabulary, this group seeks to be part of our times, while paying tribute to this heritage. Improvisation plays a major role, and the different playing styles and traditions are blended with jazz harmonies and a more contemporary musical structure.
This cross-fertilization is reflected in the line-up, where traditional instruments such as the Peul flute, guembri and karkabous rub shoulders with electric guitar and its effects, drums…
The texts, too, call for the unity and renewal of African culture, drawing lessons from the wisdom, farsightedness, sobriety and resilience of the ancestors to meet the challenges facing the continent, namely the fight against desertification, climate change and mass immigration. The group is currently completing the recording of an album with Kitchen Studio and Yvan Bing, due for release in late 2022, which will enable as many people as possible to discover this music and this project.
On the pier.
In the event of rain, the concert will take place at 9pm under the men’s canopy.

Table tennis tournament
2024-08-17 13:00 - 17:00
On your rackets, table tennis players! Friendly ping-pong tournament open to all levels, sexes and ages in a convivial atmosphere.
Matches are played to a winning set of up to 21 points, semi-finals and finals to 2 winning sets.
Equipment is available, registration is free and there are great prizes to be won!
We look forward to seeing you there!

DJ MHTH - Boogie Funk on Vinyl
2024-08-16 18:00 - 21:00 | On the pier
MHTH, dj and collector in search of sounds that are good for head, body and heart. Come and get your groove on at the water’s edge with boogie-funk vibes!
On the pier under the plane trees. Cancelled in case of rain.

Backgammon tournament
2024-08-10 14:30 - 18:00
4th edition of the Bains des Pâquis tournament
What a kick! Play backgammon in an idyllic setting like the baths with other enthusiasts.
Friendly backgammon tournament open to all levels, organized by AUBP in partnership with AGB (Association Genevoise de Backgammon). Matches are played to 7 points, and backgammon games are available.
We look forward to seeing many of you there to relax, improve your game or challenge seasoned players.
Cool prizes for the winners! Heat up your dice!
Saturday, August 10 at 2:30 p.m.
On-site registration from 2 p.m.
Admission: 10.00

Psycho Fest: climbing contest
2024-08-10 08:00 - 14:00 | On the pier
To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Psychobloc (the climbing boulder in the water), the Bains des Pâquis and the Structure association are offering Psycho Fest: climbing competition, slackline, photo exhibition, flying crates and DJ session.Program:

2:00 pm: Registration
3:00 to 4:30 pm: Competition

DJ session:

5:00 pm to 7:00 pm: Omega Selecta &High Steppa
7-8pm: Club Med Crew (Funk)
8pm to 8:45pm: Club Med Crew (House Disco)
8:45pm to 9:30pm: Nimportekoi
9:30 to 10:15 pm: Aoni & Qween C

Snow White
2024-08-04 15:00 - 16:00
“Did you think you knew Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs? Think again, this somewhat whimsical and wacky storyteller-clow will prove you wrong…” We’re delighted to welcome the Mine de Rien company to the Bains pier and beyond, for a show that will take us back to our childhood with this tale we all know. Revisited with the talent and imagination of actress Joane Reymond, a multi-faceted artist who is a fixture on the French-speaking world stage, Snow White (2008) has been performed over 600 times throughout the French-speaking world, and this reinterpretation is excellent. A show not to be missed.

Running time: 45 min Show for all audiences Cie Mine de Rien – Joane Reymond (based on the Brothers Grimm) Concept, writing, performance: Joane Reymond Artistic collaboration: Erik Desfosses Complicité: Séverine Ansermet www.cie-mine-de-rien.ch

August 1st Festival
2024-08-01 08:00 - 18:00
Come celebrate August 1st at the Bains
8am Jass tournament
11 a.m. Introduction to diving
2pm Duck fishing
3pm Climbing jousts
4 p.m. Bath stone throwing

Performance: Poncili creacion
2024-07-22 19:00 - 20:30
Poncili creacion (unknown) is a soft sculpture and performance collective that ambiguously emerged in the future colony of Puerto Rico around 2010. They have dedicated their lives to transforming the ancient art of puppetry into a community-building tool in pursuit of a different world. By mixing waste with color, dance with existentialism and life with death, they created their practice. Staying on the edge of anarchist madness and contemporary intellectualism, the collective presents its work in schools, festivals, backyards, galleries, homes, museums, bathrooms and weddings. They are currently on a never-ending world tour. If you see them, feed them – they’re always hungry.
