Broadcast on: 18 February, 2025

Basel Fasnacht is around the corner! The carnival runs from Monday March 10th through Wednesday the 12th. Fasnacht starts with the Morgestraich at 4 am on Monday morning. (Yes, 4 am!) Trains, trams and buses run all night, so you can get into town using public transport.


Broadcast on: 11 February, 2025

If you're an expat looking to feel even more a part of Switzerland, this Sunday, February 16, is the Expat Expo. This informational event is for new residents and people who have been here for years. You can get details on services and businesses, schools, jobs, language lessons, and more.

 


Broadcast on: 4 February, 2025

If you are interested in seeing the exhibit «Wildlife Photographer of the Year» in the evening, head to Basel's Natural History Museum on February 6. You can visit this exhibition at your leisure, followed by a relaxing drink at the museum bar.

 

 

 


Broadcast on: 28 January, 2025

On this week's show, we continue our rundown of events for the new year. If you want to expand your body and your mind, stop by the Sinfonieorchester Basel rehearsal center on Picassoplatz on February 2. Members of the orchestra will soundtrack a 90-minute yoga class.


Broadcast on: 21 January, 2025

It's time again for Vogel Gryff! Don't let this be the year that you forget all about it until you hear cannon-firing on the Rhine or get stuck in a crowd on the Mittlere Brücke. Starting around 10:30 am, the Wilde Maa will raft down the river before joining the Vogel Gryff and the Leu, for an afternoon of dancing through Kleinbasel.


Broadcast on: 14 January, 2025

Happy New Year, everyone! We had loads of culture and concerts to talk about on this first show of 2025, with Basel starting the year off strong with the Museums Night on January 17. Be sure to check out the many museums open until 2 am in the tri-border region.


Broadcast on: 17 December, 2024

As we wrap up another year, we want to extend our warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season to all of our listeners. Thank you for your support and for tuning in. May your holidays be filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments!

 

 

 

 


Broadcast on: 10 December, 2024

Michal Lewkowicz is the founder of the Basel-based Mizmorim Kammermusik (Chamber Music) Festival and she joined us in the studio to talk about the upcoming 11th edition, which will be focusing on the theme of «Exile» and will take place from January 29th until February 2nd, 2025.


Broadcast on: 3 December, 2024

Another Christmas Goes By is an original musical that began as Jennie Duffy's Maturaarbeit. Duffy is now directing an expanded version of the show at Scala Basel.


Broadcast on: 26 November, 2024

Anyone who has moved to Basel with their kids knows that finding a school can be daunting. Two weeks ago, we got an overview of the Swiss education system.