# Talks and readings in Zürich on Thursday 29 October

Talks and readings in Zürich on Thursday 29 October: 37 events.

## When

- [Today](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/today/talks-readings/?format=markdown): 41
- [Tomorrow](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/tomorrow/talks-readings/?format=markdown): 40
- [Weekend](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/weekend/talks-readings/?format=markdown): 33
- [This week](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/week/talks-readings/?format=markdown): 150

## Where

- [Berlin](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/berlin/2026-10-29/talks-readings/?format=markdown): 154
- [Zürich](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/talks-readings/?format=markdown): 37

## What

- [Anything](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/?format=markdown): 363
- [Concerts](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/concerts/?format=markdown): 17
- [Theatre](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/theatre/?format=markdown): 10
- [Party and club](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/party-club/?format=markdown): 15
- [Comedy](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/comedy/?format=markdown): 4
- [Film](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/film/?format=markdown): 5
- [Exhibitions and museums](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/exhibitions-museums/?format=markdown): 91
- [Talks and readings](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/talks-readings/?format=markdown): 37
- [Dance](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/dance/?format=markdown): 1
- [Food and drink](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/food-drink/?format=markdown): 20
- [Markets](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/markets/?format=markdown): 4
- [Tours and walks](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/tours/?format=markdown): 13
- [Quiz and games](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/quiz-games/?format=markdown): 7
- [Kids and family](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/kids-family/?format=markdown): 21
- [Workshops and courses](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/workshops-courses/?format=markdown): 74
- [Worship](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/worship/?format=markdown): 4
- [Society](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/society/?format=markdown): 50
- [Literature](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/literature/?format=markdown): 17
- [Science](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/science/?format=markdown): 15
- [Economics](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/society/economics/?format=markdown): 7
- [Technology](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/science/technology/?format=markdown): 5
- [Democracy](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/society/democracy/?format=markdown): 3
- [Art](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/art/?format=markdown): 104
- [Nature](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/nature/?format=markdown): 11
- [Spoken word](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/literature/spoken-word/?format=markdown): 4
- [Religion](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/religion/?format=markdown): 8
- [Church events](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/religion/christian/?format=markdown): 6
- [Languages](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/society/languages/?format=markdown): 9
- [Animals](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/nature/animals/?format=markdown): 2
- [Insects](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/nature/animals/insects/?format=markdown): 2
- [Readings](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/literature/reading/?format=markdown): 2
- [Mental health](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/society/mental-health/?format=markdown): 2
- [Music](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/music/?format=markdown): 30
- [Contemporary art](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/art/contemporary/?format=markdown): 22
- [Community](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/community/?format=markdown): 15
- [Installations](https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/2026-10-29/art/installation/?format=markdown): 4

## Thursday 29 October

- 14:15 Schweizerische Sicherheitspolitik im Umbruch: Blick in die Vergangenheit und Standortbestimmung — Universität Zürich Irchel, Y04 G30, Winterthurerstrasse 190, 8057 Zürich — CHF 20 — A lecture on Swiss security policy in transition, taking a look into the past and assessing where things stand. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/schweizerische-sicherheitspolitik-im-umbruch-blick-in-die-ve-34232/
- 17:15 Informatik Kolloquium: Towards Robust and Scalable Multi-Agent Aerial Manipulation — Binzmühlestrasse 11, 8050 Zürich — Free — A talk in the Department of Informatics colloquium at the University of Zurich on robust and scalable multi-agent aerial manipulation. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/informatik-kolloquium-towards-robust-and-scalable-multi-agen-34235/
- 17:30 Eschertalk: Was würde Tolkien tun? Hoffnung und Verantwortung in Zeiten des Wandels — Zentralbibliothek Zürich — Free — A panel discussion on hope and personal responsibility in times of climate crisis, social upheaval and digital overload, held alongside the exhibition … — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/eschertalk-was-wurde-tolkien-tun-hoffnung-und-verantwortung-30911/
- 17:30 Why does Taiwan matter for the future of freedom and democracy? — Universität Zürich, RAI-F-041 — "Why does Taiwan matter for the future of freedom and democracy?" is a discussion at the University of Zurich with Dr. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/why-does-taiwan-matter-for-the-future-of-freedom-and-democra-33324/
- 18:00 Streifzug durch die Zürcher Insektenwelt — BirdLife Zürich — Free — A multimedia show about the insect world in and around Zürich. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/streifzug-durch-die-zurcher-insektenwelt-1025/
- 18:00 Wissen to go – abends im Museum: Streifzug durch die Zürcher Insektenwelt — Naturhistorisches Museum — Free — «Wissen to go – abends im Museum: Streifzug durch die Zürcher Insektenwelt» is a talk presented as a multimedia show about the world of insects in and around … — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/wissen-to-go-abends-im-museum-streifzug-durch-die-zurcher-in-33957/
- 18:00 Giuseppe Bonaviri: lingua, memoria, immaginazione — Restaurant UniTurm — Free — A literary encounter dedicated to Giuseppe Bonaviri, exploring his work between literature, memory and imagination. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/giuseppe-bonaviri-lingua-memoria-immaginazione-34237/
- 19:00 StorySlam — Jenseits Ruhepol — CHF 25 — The StorySlam is an evening of true, personal stories told live on stage without notes. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/storyslam-5807/
- 19:00 Podium: «Sterbefasten» - wie geht das? — Friedhof Forum — Free — A panel discussion on the controversial topic of voluntary death by fasting, the deliberate renunciation of food and fluids. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/podium-sterbefasten-wie-geht-das-6605/
- 19:30 Eva Menasse – Alleinruhelage — Literaturhaus Zürich — A reading with Eva Menasse from her novel "Alleinruhelage", moderated by Peer Teuwsen. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/eva-menasse-alleinruhelage-638/
- 19:30 Deep Talk Mit Marah Rikli — ComedyHaus — The Deep Talk "SELBST" is a personal conversation format at the ComedyHaus. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/deep-talk-mit-marah-rikli-1143/
- 19:30 Eva Menasse – Alleinruhelage — Buchhandlung im Volkshaus — CHF 22 — A book launch with a reading and conversation marking the release of the new novel «Alleinruhelage». — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/eva-menasse-alleinruhelage-33168/
- 11:00 Deutsch-Café — PBZ Unterstrass — Free — The Deutsch-Café is a free gathering for learning and practising German through conversation, talking about yourself and everyday life in Switzerland. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/deutsch-cafe-25288/
- 11:00 Sprach-Café Englisch — Gemeinschaftszentrum Wollishofen — Free — The language café at the community centre GZ Wollishofen is a casual meet-up for speaking and playing games, without grammar rules or difficult conjugation. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/sprach-cafe-englisch-24971/
- 11:30 CHANEL Arts & Culture Vol. 2 — Never Stop Reading — Free — «CHANEL Arts & Culture Vol. 2» marks the release of the second issue of the CHANEL magazine, available for pickup at Never Stop Reading. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/chanel-arts-culture-vol-2-32039/
- 14:00 Architektur für ein aktives Alter — Siedlung Helen Keller, Helen-Keller-Strasse 4a, 8051 Zürich — Free — A free talk with an optional tour of the exhibition «Zuhause im Alter» afterwards. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/architektur-fur-ein-aktives-alter-6599/
- 14:00 Offener Treff Begegnungsraum BAZ — GZ Seebach — Freiwilliger… — An open drop-in meet-up in the meeting space next to the federal asylum centre, open daily to everyone. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/offener-treff-begegnungsraum-baz-33219/
- 14:00 Alpine White’s China Journey: An Entrepreneur’s Perspective on Market Entry and Expansion — RAA E 08, Rämistrasse 59, 8001 Zürich — A guest lecture about the Swiss oral care brand ALPINE WHITE and its entry into and expansion in the Chinese market. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/alpine-whites-china-journey-an-entrepreneurs-perspective-on-33329/
- 16:00 Buch-Tausch — Quartiertreff Altstadthaus — Buch-Tausch brings book lovers together at the Altstadthaus to swap books. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/buch-tausch-25400/
- 17:00 Zurich Sciencepreneurs MeetUp — FoodLab ETH, Universitätstrasse 6, 8006 Zürich — Free — The Zurich Sciencepreneur MeetUp is a networking event for science-based startup founders in Zurich. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/zurich-sciencepreneurs-meetup-34234/
- 17:30 Researchers Community Meetup — ETH AI Center — The Researchers Community Meetup is a gathering for the research community at the ETH AI Center. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/researchers-community-meetup-32214/
- 18:00 Wie wird Betriebswirtschaft nachhaltig? — Impact Hub Zürich — An evening event at the Impact Hub Zürich with talks and a panel discussion on sustainable business management. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/wie-wird-betriebswirtschaft-nachhaltig-20833/
- 18:15 Corti-Lecture des Ethik-Zentrums der Universität Zürich, unterstützt durch die Arnold Corti-Stamm Stiftung — UZH, Raum KOH-B-10, Künstlergasse 12, 8001 Zürich — The Corti-Lecture is a talk by the Ethics Centre of the University of Zurich, supported by the Arnold Corti-Stamm Stiftung. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/corti-lecture-des-ethik-zentrums-der-universitat-zurich-unte-34240/
- 18:30 Referat Petra Tschudin und Thomas Moser, "Liquidités contre sûretés: l'approche de la BNS", Geldmarkt-Apéro, Genf (mit Text) — SNB-Bibliothek Zürich — A talk by Petra Tschudin and Thomas Moser as part of the Geldmarkt-Apéro series. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/referat-petra-tschudin-und-thomas-moser-liquidites-contre-su-32067/
- 19:00 Start LiFe-Lounge — Buchegg Church — Konsumation C… — "Start LiFe-Lounge" is a series of five meetings under the title "LiFe", dealing with fundamental questions of life, such as how to live fulfilled and … — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/start-life-lounge-1061/
- 19:00 Leben und Arbeiten in Zürich — Fachbibliothek zur Gleichstellung von Frau und Mann — Free — "Leben und Arbeiten in Zürich" is an information event in German for newcomers from Germany and Austria. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/leben-und-arbeiten-in-zurich-6604/
- 19:00 Kirchenbau.End — ZAZ Bellerive Zentrum Architektur — An artistic event followed by a moderated discussion with the audience. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/kirchenbauend-25956/
- 19:30 Judith Hermann — Buchhandlung Hirslanden — Buchhandlung Hirslanden invites readers to an event with Judith Hermann. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/judith-hermann-1072/
- until 22 Dec One Question — Schenkhaus — Free — One Question is a safe space to bring questions about life – a sharing circle where honesty is welcomed without judgement and people of all ages are welcome. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/one-question-25484/
- until 20 Jun Bernhard Matinée — Bernhard Theater — The "Bernhard Matinée" is a live talk show offering entertainment on Sunday midday. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/bernhard-matinee-955/
- Soil to Soul 2026 — Karl der Grosse — CHF 60 — The Soil to Soul Symposium is an annual autumn event at the Karl der Grosse Cultural Center and the Kulturhaus Helferei in Zurich's old town. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/soil-to-soul-2026-6592/
- Gastveranstaltung: «Im Maschinenraum der Cloud. Perspektiven für eine demokratische Digitalisierung» — Cabaret Voltaire — Cabaret Voltaire hosts a guest event on democratic digitalisation. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/gastveranstaltung-im-maschinenraum-der-cloud-perspektiven-fu-20580/
- Guest Event: «Im Maschinenraum der Cloud. Perspektiven für eine demokratische Digitalisierung» — Cabaret Voltaire — Cabaret Voltaire hosts a guest event titled «Im Maschinenraum der Cloud. Perspektiven für eine demokratische Digitalisierung». — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/guest-event-im-maschinenraum-der-cloud-perspektiven-fur-eine-20585/
- 13:00 Infoveranstaltung CAS Psychologie für Future Work — ZHAW Angewandte Psychologie — An information event about the continuing education program CAS Psychologie für Future Work, which puts people at the center of digital change. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/infoveranstaltung-cas-psychologie-fur-future-work-25967/
- 18:15 Online-Infoveranstaltung Weiterbildung ZHAW School of Engineering — ZHAW School of Engineering — An online information event about the continuing education offerings of the ZHAW School of Engineering, held in German via MS Teams. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/online-infoveranstaltung-weiterbildung-zhaw-school-of-engine-30913/
- until 8 Dec Kooperatives Kolloquium Fachdidaktik — Pädagogische Hochschule Zürich — Kooperatives Kolloquium Fachdidaktik is a public research colloquium on subject didactics that people can attend in person or online … — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/kooperatives-kolloquium-fachdidaktik-1009/
- until 1 Nov OPEN CALL: poetry slam — Schenkhaus — The Schenkhaus is holding an open call for poetry slammers and people who want to become one, inviting submissions for a slot until 25 October 2026. — https://go-gnocchi.app/en/zurich/events/open-call-poetry-slam-25485/