Illustrative photo Baloise Session 2026: Music Festival in Basel
Baloise Session 2026 brings ten concert evenings with international pop, rock and soul stars to the Event Halle at Messe Basel, experienced in an exclusive candlelit club table setting.
Illustrative photo Volkshaus Wiesn 2026: Oktoberfest at the Volkshaus Basel
Volkshaus Wiesn 2026 brings genuine Oktoberfest atmosphere to the Volkshaus Basel on October 16 and 17, with live music, Bavarian food and plenty of beer in the historic ballroom.
Illustrative photo Cider Festival Basel 2026: Swiss Cider Variety at the Markthalle
Cider Festival Basel 2026 brings over a dozen Swiss producers and 31 ciders to the Markthalle Basel on October 17. Admission is free, with tastings available via a degustation glass.
Illustrative photo Basel Autumn Fair 2026: Traditional Fair in Basel Old Town
The Basel Autumn Fair 2026 takes place from October 24 to November 8 across the old town of Basel. Switzerland's oldest and largest amusement fair fills seven historic squares with rides, market stalls and local specialities like Mässmogge candy.
Illustrative photo Irish Folk Festival 2026 in Basel: Irish Music Tour in Switzerland
The Irish Folk Festival 2026 stops at Stadtcasino Basel on October 29, bringing Irish music, dance and the grand festival session to the stage before the tour continues to Lucerne, Visp and Zurich.
Illustrative photo Creme Wiesn 2026: Oktoberfest Party in Basel
Creme Wiesn 2026 brings genuine Oktoberfest spirit to the Saal San Francisco at the Congress Center Basel, with live music, group tables and a dirndl and lederhosen party atmosphere over two evenings.
Illustrative photo Basel Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide
From 26 Nov to 23 Dec 2026, Switzerland's largest and most stunning Christmas market at Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz enchants visitors with festive chalets, sparkling lights, and Swiss holiday traditions.
Illustrative photo Basel Christmas Markets 2026 – Four Markets in the Old Town
Basel Christmas Market 2026 is four separate sites, not one square: Barfüsserplatz and Münsterplatz (26 November–23 December, 11:00–20:30), Adväntsgass on Rheingasse, and the new Theaterplatz village (planned through 3 January 2027). Free entry, about 150 chalets, the Wanner tree and Kleinbasel fondue. Check lists on basel.com and bs.ch.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Basel 2026/2027: Celebrations, Program & Events
New Year's Eve and New Year 2026/2027 in Basel centre on Münsterplatz, the Old Town and the Rhine: tower music and a service at the Minster, city dinners and parties into the night. There is no official Rhine fireworks display on New Year’s Eve; 31 December 2026 and 1 January 2027 still offer a distinctive, winter celebration in Switzerland’s cultural city at the three-country border.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo Blues Festival Basel 2027: Live Music at the Atlantis
The Blues Festival Basel 2027 celebrates its 25th edition at Atlantis Basel with four evenings of international and Swiss blues music. Final pricing and the line up are yet to be announced.
Illustrative photo Bier Basel 2027: Craft Beer Fair at the Markthalle Basel
Bier Basel 2027 brings craft breweries, tastings and brewing workshops to the Markthalle Basel next to Basel SBB station. Entry is free, with only drinks, guided tastings and workshops costing extra.