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a volunteer-run English-speaking community in the heart of Basel where people connect, join activities, and make friends
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Fasnacht and its Blaggette
2026’s Basel Carnival badge (Blaggedde) with the motto «Blyyb verspiilt» (stay playful) represents the energy and vigour that children and adolescents give to the event in the middle of the “three most beautiful days”.

Join the Wednesday Coffee-Morning of Centrepoint
Every third Wednesday of the month, Wendy hosts this friendly get-together where new and potential members can learn about what Centrepoint is all about. Current members are welcome too!

Invitation for the Monthly Apero
Enjoy a glass of wine, snacks, and great conversation at Centrepoint on Thursday, 19 February and meet the Centrepoint community. It’s a relaxed evening to meet new people or catch up with friends.

Mobile Phone Photography Workshop
Following last year's success, this three-part workshop will be offered again. It gives you an opportunity to learn the basics of phone photography and get practical experience.

Jakob’s City Tour: The Classic Tour around Minster Hill
Following a brief introduction at the meeting point near the ‘Tinguely’ fountain adjacent to the theater (not to be confused with the Tinguely Museum), this guided walk visits Minster Hill, the spiritual and cultural hub of Basel, before descending to the Marktplatz

Out and About: Fasnacht 2026
Fasnacht comes early this year on all sides of the border. Read more about this year's festivities in our international region Basel, Alsace and Baden.
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