Route 66 Aarburg 2027: Rock'n'Roll and Classic Cars by the River

Welcome to Route 66 Aarburg and Riverside Festival 2027

From 27 to 29 August 2027, the small town of Aarburg on the Aare river in Switzerland once again becomes a lively hub for rock and roll, classic cars and live music. Route 66 Aarburg is considered Switzerland's biggest old car and rock and roll festival, and it takes place together with the neighboring Riverside Festival right along the riverbank.

Highlights and Attractions at Route 66 Aarburg and Riverside Festival

• Over 3000 classic cars on display throughout Aarburg's historic old town
• Live music and rock and roll bands performing on several stages
• Roller girls, street food and more than 50 food and drink stands
• The adjoining Riverside open air arena with concerts right on the Aare riverbank
• An afterhour bar with extended opening times in the evening
• Combined tickets covering both the Riverside concert area and the Route 66 festival grounds
• A family friendly atmosphere during the day and a lively party mood in the evening

Program and Schedule: What to Expect in 2027

The festival runs over three days from Friday to Sunday. Aarburg's old town hosts the classic car show, while the Riverside open air arena along the river offers concerts across several stages. At the time of research, the exact daily schedule and full musical line up for 2027 had not yet been published.

Tickets and Admission for Route 66 and Riverside Aarburg

Final ticket prices for 2027 had not yet been announced at the time of research. At the 2026 edition, a one day Riverside ticket cost the equivalent of around 105 euros, and a full three day pass cost around 197 euros (original prices in Swiss francs). Registered classic car owners receive regular festival tickets free of charge, with only a small processing fee applying. The festival tends to sell out, so buying tickets early is advisable.

Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Aarburg

• Aarburg is located in the Swiss canton of Aargau and is easily reached by train from Zurich, Basel or Bern
• Since large numbers of classic cars and visitor vehicles are expected, planning your arrival in advance is a good idea
• Late August usually brings warm summer weather, though a light jacket is still useful for evenings by the river
• Accommodation in Aarburg and nearby towns should be booked early given the high demand