January 2013
An important series of works by perhaps the most-famous Swiss artist family - the Giacomettis - is on display at the Kunsthaus until 17 February (1 Heimplatz, kunsthaus.ch).

April 2013
(1 Heimplatz) A master of colour and of creating dream-like compositions, Marc Chagall is undoubtedly an icon of modern painting. The Kunsthaus is now showing work from the years 1911-1922. www.kunsthaus.ch

October 2012
Zurich's has its very own Oktoberfest: big beers, a party brass band and generous helpings of hearty food in a big tent. Prost! (12 October - 10 November, Bauschänzli, 2 Stadthausquai.)