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Kaufleuten

Club and cultural venue·Bahnhofstrasse & Paradeplatz

The last Dada soirée

A famous nightclub on Pelikanplatz, with a bar, restaurant, lounge, concerts, readings and talks.

About Kaufleuten

Kaufleuten, on Pelikanplatz near Paradeplatz, is known as a legendary nightclub and a meeting place for culture: it holds a bar, a restaurant and a lounge, and a programme of readings, talks and concerts by international stars and newcomers. A century ago it drew artists, and the eighth and last official Dada soirée in Zurich took place here on 9 April 1919. Opening times follow the programme.

Our take

  • Concerts and readings
  • Dada history
Address
Pelikanplatz, 8001 Zürich
Bahnhofstrasse & Paradeplatz, Zurich

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Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Kaufleuten before you go.

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