A Guide to Living in Basel
Literary and Musical Advent Calendar at Theater Basel
Visit Theater Basel each day until Christmas for a half hour of holiday entertainment
The Nutcracker — Fairy Tale Ballet With Narrator
This version of the beloved ballet is geared towards children with a narrator guiding the audience through the story
Die Grosse Giuseppe Verdi Gala 2025
This show presents the best overtures, arias, and duets from Giuseppe Verdi's famous operas
Kyiv Classic Ballet — Schwanensee (Swan Lake)
Enjoy this classical, authentic form of one of the most famous ballets
Domkonzert — Bach’s “Christmas Oratorio”
Spread out over two evenings, all six cantatas of Bach's “Christmas Oratorio” will be performed in Arlesheim Cathedral
The Dance Sensation — Ballet Revolución
This show brings irresistible rhythms, pure passion, and breathtaking dance to Basel
Swiss Schooling Culture: An Expat Guide
Read about some cultural differences between the Swiss public school system and what you may be used to
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Did You Know?
- Sports Classes for Everyone Start in JanuaryAs a part of Basel’s initiative to keep people healthy, the organization Gsünder Basel has compiled a huge list of sports classes for adults.
- Skate on a Synthetic Ice Rink by the RheinUntil December 23, all are invited to skate on an artificial ice rink at Du Pont terrace, next to the Mittlere Brücke (Kleinbasel side).
- Costco Wholesale Giant Has Opened in Mulhouse (F)Recently, the American discount retailer Costco opened its latest store in Mulhouse, France, about 30 minutes from Basel.
- Changes in Snow Removal Responsibility in Basel-StadtWith the first snow of the season having fallen, it is important to know who is responsible for clearing snow from roads, sidewalks, etc.
- Securing Your Home During Darker Winter MonthsThe Kantonspolizei Basel-Stadt offers several tips on how to lessen your chances of becoming a victim of a break-in this holiday season.
- November is Health Insurance MonthIf you are unhappy with your health insurance provider, you can change your basic and supplemental insurance in November.
- Basel Has as New Interactive Map of its PlaygroundsThere are 69 public playgrounds in Basel-Stadt, and you can now choose the right one for your child with a new online tool.
- Penguin Walks at the ZooThroughout the colder months, the penguins at the Basel zoo go for a morning walk if weather conditions are right.