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Entrance of Cabaret Voltaire at Spiegelgasse 1, Zurich, with the lettering 'cabaret voltaire seit 1916'

Cabaret Voltaire

ArtHistoryOpens 1:30pmFreeZürich Rathaus (tram)

Hugo Ball and Emmy Hennings founded Cabaret Voltaire on 5 February 1916, and the Dada movement grew out of its evenings of sound poetry, dance and music. The house at Spiegelgasse 1 reopened in 2004 and runs changing exhibitions in its vaulted cellar, a bar and cafe, and a programme of readings and performances. Entry to the house is free, and the cellar exhibitions carry a small ticket.

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DadaZwischenSprachen

How Dada's 1916 language experiments took material form in prints, scores and sketches, and what they left out and set off later.

Now showing6 Jun – 10 Jan 2027CHF 8

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Getting there

Spiegelgasse 1, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Nearest station: Zürich Rathaus (tram), Zürich Central (tram and rail) and Zürich Kunsthaus (tram)

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Hours

MonClosed
Tue17:00–20:00
Wed17:00–20:00
Thu17:00–20:00
Fri13:30–18:00
Sat13:30–18:00
SunToday13:30–18:00

Admission

Free

House visit is free; exhibitions in the Vaulted Cellar CHF 8, reduced CHF 5. Members enter free.

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Visitor Information

Is Cabaret Voltaire free to visit?
Yes, general admission to Cabaret Voltaire is free. House visit is free; exhibitions in the Vaulted Cellar CHF 8, reduced CHF 5. Members enter free.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.
What are the opening hours of Cabaret Voltaire?
Cabaret Voltaire is open Tuesday to Thursday 17:00 to 20:00, Friday to Sunday 13:30 to 18:00, closed Monday. The bar and cafe stay open later, to 23:00 Tuesday to Thursday, and events run in the evening. Hours can change, check the website.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Cabaret Voltaire?
Cabaret Voltaire is located at Spiegelgasse 1, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland, in the Niederdorf area of Zurich. The nearest stations are Zürich Rathaus (tram), Zürich Central (tram and rail) and Zürich Kunsthaus (tram).
What can I see at Cabaret Voltaire?
The Spiegelgasse venue where Dada began in 1916, now a small museum, bar and stage for contemporary art and performance. Current highlights include DadaZwischenSprachen.
Do I need to book Cabaret Voltaire in advance?
Cabaret Voltaire is free to enter and most days you can walk in. House visit is free; exhibitions in the Vaulted Cellar CHF 8, reduced CHF 5. Members enter free.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.
When is the best time to visit Cabaret Voltaire?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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