Lucerne Fasnacht 2027 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
Lucerne Fasnacht 2027 takes place from 4 to 9 February in the Old Town. With over 350,000 participants, it is Switzerland's biggest carnival. Highlights include the Fritschi Parade, the Wey Parade and the closing Monster Corso with around 80 Guggenmusik bands. Free admission for most events.
Basel Carnival 2027 – Morgenstreich, Cortège, Program & Visitor Guide
Basel Carnival 2027 runs from 15 to 17 February. Switzerland's largest carnival begins with the Morgenstreich at 4:00 AM, followed by the Cortège parade, Guggenmusik concerts, Schnitzelbängg evenings and a lantern exhibition at Münsterplatz. Free admission for all spectators.
Fribourg International Film Festival 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The Fribourg International Film Festival (FIFF) returns for its 41st edition from 12 to 21 March 2027. For ten days, the acclaimed Swiss festival showcases films from Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe. Tickets from CHF 10.
CEV EuroBeachVolley 2027 Gstaad – European Championships, Program & Visitor Guide
From 30 June to 4 July 2027, Gstaad hosts the CEV EuroBeachVolley 2027 – the Beach Volleyball European Championship against a stunning Swiss Alpine backdrop. Tickets available in multiple categories; early booking strongly recommended.
Zürich Openair 2027 – Music Festival in Zürich
Zürich Openair returns in 2027 after a creative break. One of Switzerland's biggest music festivals featuring Indie, Electro, Rock and Pop in August near Zürich Airport. Ticket info and lineup to follow in 2027.
Montreux Jazz Festival 2026 – 60th Edition, Lineup & Visitor Guide
The Montreux Jazz Festival marks its 60th edition from 3 to 18 July 2026 on the shores of Lake Geneva. With RAYE, Sting, Lewis Capaldi, Zara Larsson and over 700 concerts across 16 days, this milestone edition is set to be the most celebrated in the festival's history.
Lucerne Festival Summer 2026 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
Lucerne Festival Summer 2026 runs from 13 August to 13 September in Switzerland, bringing together over 120 concerts under the theme "American Dreams." World-class artists including Anne-Sophie Mutter, Yuja Wang and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform at KKL Luzern by the shores of Lake Lucerne. Tickets from CHF 30.