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Welcome to the Imagine Festival Basel 2027
The Barfüsserplatz in the heart of Basel once again turns into one of Switzerland's largest free open air events. Organized by terre des hommes schweiz, the Imagine Festival puts youth culture, music and social engagement at its center.
Highlights and Attractions at the Imagine Festival in Basel
- Free admission to the largest annual free open air event in Basel
- Live concerts featuring bands and artists from the Swiss music scene
- A stage program centered on diversity, youth culture and opposition to discrimination
- A program largely organized and shaped by young adults themselves
- Panel discussions and actions on social and political topics
- A central location right on the Barfüsserplatz in Basel's old town
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2027
The Imagine Festival runs over two days, combining live music with workshops, discussions and interactive activities. The 2027 line up and detailed schedule had not yet been published at the time of research and will be announced by the organizers ahead of the festival.
Tickets and Admission for the Imagine Festival 2027
The Imagine Festival is completely free to attend. Since the event is funded through donations, the organizers welcome voluntary contributions from visitors, whether given on site or online.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Basel
- The Barfüsserplatz sits in the center of Basel's old town and is easily reached by tram or bus
- Traveling by public transport is recommended, since parking in the city center is very limited
- Early June usually brings mild to warm weather to Basel, though sun protection for daytime is still worthwhile
- Accommodation in Basel should be booked early given the festival's central location
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
The photo used is illustrative and does not necessarily depict the actual event.
