Nightlife in Geneva, Switzerland

Think Geneva goes to bed early? Think again. Between the Plainpalais cellars, the Pâquis bars, L’Usine and the clubs of Les Acacias, 101 venues have nights in our listings over the next 15 nights. Here’s the guide, area by area, with the next three nights below.

Sunday 1 November 20 events

Monday 2 November 8 events

Tuesday 3 November 8 events

Geneva nightlife by neighbourhood

Plainpalais

The student quarter around the Plaine: gig bars, cellars and the Parc des Bastions next door.

Pâquis, Grottes & Saint-Gervais

The station side: Geneva’s most cosmopolitan quarter, with late bars, cellars and the AMR jazz club.

Jonction & L’Usine

The alternative heart: L’Usine (PTR, Zoo, Urgence Disk…) on place des Volontaires, with the Jonction right behind.

Carouge & Les Acacias

Carouge with its Italian-style bars, then Les Acacias, home to the electronic clubs.

Eaux-Vives

The left bank: neighbourhood bars, cellars and a few smaller venues.

Clubs and venues: busiest right now

By genre

Tonight, this weekend, free

Getting home

On Friday and Saturday nights the tpg Noctambus network and night Léman Express trains take over. Check your route before you head out: tpg.ch ↗ · sbb.ch ↗

FAQ

Where to go out in Geneva at the weekend?

Our this-weekend page lists every Geneva party from Friday to Sunday; L’Usine, Les Acacias, Plainpalais and the Pâquis hold most of the clubs and gig bars.

Are there free nights out in Geneva?

Yes: plenty of gig bars and community venues are free entry or pay-what-you-want. See our free Geneva page.

How do I get home after a night out in Geneva?

On Friday and Saturday nights the tpg Noctambus network and night Léman Express trains run. Official timetables on tpg.ch and sbb.ch.

How many parties are on in Geneva right now?

225 events in our listings over the next 15 nights, at 101 venues, updated with every build.