Watchmaking pop-up event
Meet the watch designers and their latest creations.
Whether you’re a discerning connoisseur in search of rare timepieces or simply admiring and curious about the world of watchmaking, Watch&Match takes you closer to the brands and the people who make them. Whatever your style, your desires and your means, at Watch&Match you’ll find the timepiece of your dreams.
Free introductory workshops
Slip into the shoes of a watchmaker!
Immerse yourself in the world of watchmaking with an immersive experience! Take a seat at one of our watchmaker’s workbenches and try your hand at precise manipulations: dismantle and reassemble a few parts of a mechanical movement, supervised by a watchmaker and his team.
Demonstrations of watchmaking know-how
Craftsmen at work
A selection of the best craftsmen specialized in the repair and restauration of watches will be present for live demonstrations at benches with the precious contribution and support of Bergeon.
Bookshop corner
As you discover time…
The Fnac in Balexert offers you a wide choice of books for young and old exploring the concepts of time in original and fun ways: beautiful books, albums, learning, but also do it yourself construction of your own clock.
Practical informations
Dates
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Friday, May 23, 2025
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Address
Centre Commercial Balexert
Avenue Louis-Casaï 27
1209 Vernier
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Detailed programme
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
| 9.30 am to 7 pm | 20 exhibiting watch brands Educational exhibition Film screenings Bookshop corner Self-service magazines |
| 12 pm to 6 pm | Free introductory workshops |
| Times TBD | Workshops “Apprendre à lire l’heure” |
| 12 pm to 4 pm | Demonstrations of watchmaking know-how 12 pm to 2 pm: Laurent Buclin, Watchmaker 2 pm to 4 pm: Richard Lundin, Engraver |
Thursday, May 22, 2025
| 9.30 am to 9 pm | 20 exhibiting watch brands Educational exhibition Film screenings Bookshop corner Self-service magazines |
| 12 pm to 9 pm | Free introductory workshops |
| Times TBD | Afterwork / Watch Quiz |
| 12 pm to 4 pm | Demonstrations of watchmaking know-how 12 pm to 2 pm: Laurent Buclin, Watchmaker 2 pm to 4 pm: Richard Lundin, Engraver |
Friday, May 23, 2025
| 9.30 am to 7.30 pm | 20 exhibiting watch brands Educational exhibition Film screenings Bookshop corner Self-service magazines |
| 12 pm to 6 pm | Free introductory workshops |
| 12 pm to 4 pm | Demonstrations of watchmaking know-how 12 pm to 2 pm: Laurent Buclin, Watchmaker 2 pm to 4 pm: Richard Lundin, Engraver |
Saturday, May 24, 2025
| 9 am to 6 pm | 20 exhibiting watch brands Educational exhibition Film screenings Bookshop corner Self-service magazines |
| 9 am to 6 pm | Free introductory workshops |
| 9 am to 1 pm | Demonstrations of watchmaking know-how 9 am to 11 am: Laurent Buclin, Watchmaker 11 am to 1 pm: Richard Lundin, Engraver 1 pm to 4 pm: Céline Fuchs, Engraver |
Q&A
Can I buy a watch at Watch&Match?
If you wish, of course! What could be more beautiful than buying a timepiece after meeting its creator and discovering was makes it so distinctive and special? It’s a unique experience that you can share with all your friends!