Lucerne Festival Ark Nova

«Music is hope», inspired festival director Michael Haefliger, artist Sir Anish Kapoor, architect late Arata Isozaki, and concert organizer Masahide Kajimoto. Together, they realized the world’s first inflatable concert hall after the earthquake disaster in Fukushima: the Ark Nova, a symbol of hope. In 2013, the Ark Nova opened its doors in Japan and gave the tsunami victims a sense of optimism and a glimpse of a brighter future. 

We are now continuing this tradition: from 4 to 14 September, the “New Ark” will come to Lucerne for the first and only time. It will be in operation on the Lidowiese, right next to Lake Lucerne, in front of the Swiss Museum of Transport. The colorfully varied program that will be presented there ranges from classical to folk and pop – music for everyone in a relaxed atmosphere. Enjoy an artistic experience that appeals to the senses and let yourself be inspired.