Festival de la Cite
This is an all out, all over town festival that has been going on in Lausanne every year since 1970. The first few times this fest was staged, it was mostly devoted to beer, of all things! Then it was wisely decided to add some culture to the mix and these days, you will find everything from classical music concerts to street performers, taking place both indoors and outdoors, for free and not-so-free. These nine days in July are really a celebration of summer by both artists and the people who live here.
One day, 1000 musicians. It is hard to believe 1,000 bands can find places to play in Lausanne, on the same day, but they can and they do! From mid-morning until late evening, concerts of every type imaginable - jazz, rock, folk, house, classical - take place throughout the city, both indoors and out. Check out their website for more details closer to the date. This festival takes place on one day, in June.
If you cannot find a way to amuse yourself on this enormous site, then pack your bags and head on home. Sound harsh? Maybe, but Bellerive-Plage is just like an amusement park but more wet! It has an Olympic-size swimming pool, a 10-metre high diving board, access to Lake Geneva, beach-volleyball courts, kids' games, cafes... The pools are supervised so bring the kids along. If you still don't feel like jumping in the water, no problem: sip something cool at the cafe overlooking the lake and take in the sights. Costs Sfr4.50 per adult and Sfr3 for children; cheaper after 5p.m. Also note that weather and poor attendance may affect opening hours. If it looks like a lousy day, call ahead to make sure they are open. Season: mid-June to late August.. 
This quaint cobbled stone square is filled not only by the Town Hall but with the wonderfully coloured buildings, each with its own window box of geraniums and pastel coloured shutters. The square is home to the Fountain of Justice, whose basin dates from 1557 making it the city's oldest. The original Statue of Justice was made in 1585 but is now replaced by a copy. Every Wednesday and Saturday morning, a market is held on all surrounding pedestrian streets where you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables. The overall atmosphere of the square is very laid back, making it a good place to relax in the outdoor cafes and restaurants.
