Fête de la Musique (June). Free concerts fill the streets and squares around the summer solstice.
Fêtes de Genève (August). A lakeside summer festival culminating in a huge fireworks display over the water.
Geneva Christmas Market & Noël au Quai (Late November–December). Lakeside chalets, mulled wine and festive lights along the water.
L'Escalade (December (around Dec 11–12)). Geneva's historic festival marking the 1602 repulse of Savoyard troops, with costumes and chocolate cauldrons.
Geneva International Motor Show (Spring (when held)). One of the world's most prestigious auto shows at Palexpo.