What to do in Lausanne this weekend? For a city everyone complains is all hills, Lausanne goes out a lot. Between the Flon, Sévelin and the old town, you can chain a gig, a drink and a club night without ever needing a taxi. Here’s our guide, updated with what’s on right now.
Events in Lausanne this weekend
This list comes straight from our listings (it updates itself every night):
- · 17:00 · Le WEEKEND des PIRATES · Barberousse
- · 19:30 · Yard Act + Lava La Rue · Les Docks
- · 20:00 · L'Eclair + Fred Bürki_78 · Jumeaux Jazz Club
- · 20:00 · Satrocks XVIII · Satellite
- · 22:00 · Blaster B · Château Music Club
- · 22:30 · Vendredi de L'Etoile · Etoile Blanche
- · 23:00 · afro piano – Clyde x Chezzie x Purple x Michel x DNF · MAD
- · 23:00 · AMOR x NAVA · Le Romandie
- · 23:00 · i love 90's – Dj Othello Video Show · MAD
- · 23:00 · Indira Paganotto · D! Club
- · 23:00 · Ninja Warriors · D! Club
- · 23:00 · REPLAY · Bar Club ABC
The full programme is on our Lausanne page, and the rest of the region on this weekend.
Lausanne clubs: where to dance?
MAD, the giant
If you only remember one name, make it this one. MAD has five floors and as many moods: reggaeton to house is just a staircase away. Perfect for a group that can’t agree on the music.
D! Club, the institution
D! Club turns 30 on 19 October 2026, with Grandmaster Flash on the decks (no less). The rest of the year it’s electronic, hip-hop and student nights.
Le Romandie and Folklor
In the Flon, Le Romandie does gigs early and club nights after, with a curious crowd and queer nights. Smaller, Folklor looks after its house and disco nights: you go there for the DJ.
Bars that get lively
Le Bourg
At Rue de Bourg 51, in a former cinema, Le Bourg is a café-theatre that does a bit of everything: gigs, DJ sets, improv, open-mic comedy, debates. Entry is usually CHF 5–20. From the station, bus 1 to Bessières then a five-minute walk.
Chauderon 18
The former No Name, in the basement at Place Chauderon 18: a disco bar with flea-market décor and a stage big enough for gigs. Open Thursday to Saturday from 10 pm (to 4 am on Thursdays, 5 am at weekends), free entry. One Thursday a month it’s Cuban salsa night with a class.
Captain Cook
At Rue Enning 2, Captain Cook has been pouring beers since 1983. Thursdays are “Soirée Super”, rock and cheap pints, and the pub celebrates its 43rd birthday on 23 and 24 October 2026.
La Cave du Bleu Lézard
Under the restaurant of the same name, a vaulted cellar where Asaf Avidan, Eddy de Pretto and Selah Sue played before the big festivals. Gigs, clubbing and, on Wednesdays, comedy or karaoke.
Tips for a night out in Lausanne
It starts late: clubs fill up after midnight, so catch a gig at Les Docks or Le Romandie first. Carry ID. Getting home, the tl night network (lines N1 to N6) runs on Friday and Saturday nights, and every event page on GeNEVERsleep shows the next departures from the venue. Fancy something free? See our free events.
FAQ
What’s on in Lausanne tonight?
Every event of the day is on our Tonight page, filterable by city and genre.
Which Lausanne club for a first weekend?
MAD for several moods under one roof, D! Club for electronic music, Le Romandie for something more alternative.
Where to drink with music in Lausanne?
Le Bourg (gigs and DJ sets), Chauderon 18 (disco bar, free entry) or Captain Cook for a rock-pub vibe.
How do I get home after a night out in Lausanne?
The tl night network (N1 to N6) runs on Friday and Saturday nights. Check your route on the event page or on the tl website.