Regular social gatherings
Wednesday Kaffee auf Deutsch
Practise your German or help others improve theirs over a relaxed cup of coffee or tea. Join us for some friendly Plaudern in German where speakers of all levels are welcome.
| Date: | Every Wednesday |
| Time: | 10:30-12:30 |
| Location: | Centrepoint |
| Cost: | CHF 2.00 contribution per drink |
Registration:
Not required – just drop in!
Friday coffee morning
Enjoy a tea or coffee, meet our diverse community, make new friends, and find out what’s on at Centrepoint. Volunteers will be on hand to welcome newcomers.
| Date: | Every Friday |
| Time: | 10:30-12:30 |
| Location: | Centrepoint |
| Cost: | CHF 2.00 contribution per drink |
Registration:
Not required – just drop in!
Friday Kaffee auf Deutsch
Practise your German or help others improve theirs over a relaxed cup of coffee or tea. Join us for some friendly Plaudern in German where speakers of all levels are welcome.
| Date: | Every Friday |
| Time: | 14:00-15:30 |
| Location: | Centrepoint |
| Cost: | CHF 2.00 contribution per drink |
Registration:
Not required – just drop in!
Monthly welcome coffee
New or curious about Centrepoint? Wendy hosts this friendly get-together where new and potential members can learn about what we do. Current members are welcome too!
| Date: | Every 3rd Wednesday |
| Time: | 10:30-11:30 |
| Location: | Upstairs at Café Huguenin, Basel Barfüsserplatz |
| Cost: | Self-paid |
Registration:
Email wendy.events@yahoo.com
Monthly apéro
Enjoy a glass of wine, snacks, and great conversation with the Centrepoint community. It’s a relaxed evening to meet new people or catch up with friends.
| Date: | Every 3rd Thursday |
| Time: | 18:00-20:00 |
| Location: | Centrepoint |
| Cost: |
Members: CHF 6 Non-members: CHF 12 |
Registration:
Not required – just drop in!
Trips & tours
Private Tour of the Tropical Greenhouse
This second joint event of Centrepoint and BaselConnect is a private tour of the new tropical greenhouse in Basel’s famous botanical garden.
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, this guided walk visits Minster Hill, the spiritual and cultural hub of Basel, before descending to the Marktplatz
Talks & workshops
Talk: The Air We Breathe
This talk by Aletta Karsies explains what air pollution actually is, where it comes from, and how it affects our health in daily life. Recent maps of air-pollution levels across Europe and in Basel will be presented to explain how much air quality can vary from place to place.
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.
Other events
ArtWall Vernissage and Exhibition: Anisa Zafar
Centrepoint has the pleasure of announcing a new exhibition at its premises from 8th February until 27th March 2026 with a vernissage on Saturday 7th February from 18.00 until 20.00.
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Event reports
Anisa Zafar, a spiritual and creactive art exhibition
Members and guests were delighted to attend our first Vernissage of 2026, showcasing the vibrant artworks of Anisa Zafar.
Visit to Salt Works in Schweizerhalle
The visit to the Saline AG on 21st January began with an engaging video tracing the history of salt—from its origins over 13.8 billion years ago to modern-day production in Pratteln.
Beatrix Potter and a Guest from Australia
Guest speaker Anthony Macleod from Australia provided a new perspective on Beatrix Potter, an amazing woman.