Events in Switzerland 2026-2027

Switzerland combines dramatic alpine scenery with a vibrant events scene: open-air festivals set against mountain backdrops, traditional customs like Basel's Fasnacht, and urban cultural events in Zurich or Geneva. Throughout 2026/2027, the country offers a wide range of events for music, culture and tradition lovers alike.

268 events found

Saas-Fee Christmas Market 2026 – Alpine Christmas Magic in the Car-Free Mountain Village Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Saas-Fee Christmas Market 2026 – Alpine Christmas Magic in the Car-Free Mountain Village

The Saas-Fee Christmas Market 2026 takes place on 4 and 5 December on the village square of the car-free high alpine village. Local crafts, mulled wine and genuine mountain atmosphere beneath the four-thousanders make it a special Advent experience with free admission.

Dec 04, 2026
🇨🇭 Saas-Fee
Tatort Weihnachtskrimi 2026 in Aarburg – Christmas Crime Dinner Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe

Tatort Weihnachtskrimi 2026 in Aarburg – Christmas Crime Dinner

On 4 December 2026, Tatort Weihnachtskrimi «Ho, Ho… PENG!» takes place at Gasthof Bären in Aarburg: an interactive Christmas crime dinner with premiere, three-course menu and live theatre from 19:00 (doors 18:15). Tickets from CHF 99 per person via baerenaarburg.ch and Eventfrog.

Dec 04, 2026
🇨🇭 Aarburg
Marché de Noël de Sion 2026: Christmas Market in the Heart of Valais Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Marché de Noël de Sion 2026: Christmas Market in the Heart of Valais

The Marché de Noël de Sion 2026 takes place from December 5 to 23 on the Place du Midi and in the Espace des Remparts in Sion. Around 80 craftspeople, free admission and the backdrop of the Valère and Tourbillon castle hills define the largest Christmas market in Valais.

Dec 05, 2026
🇨🇭 Sion
Trogen Advent Market 2026: Christmas Market in Trogen Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Trogen Advent Market 2026: Christmas Market in Trogen

The Trogen Advent Market takes place on December 5, 2026, on the Landsgemeindeplatz in Trogen in the Appenzell region. More than 40 stalls run by social institutions offer goods, and admission is free.

Dec 05, 2026
🇨🇭 Trogen
Chlouse-Märit Spiez 2026 – Christmas Market by Lake Thun Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Chlouse-Märit Spiez 2026 – Christmas Market by Lake Thun

The Chlouse-Märit Spiez 2026 takes place on 5 December from 14:00 to 20:00 on Oberlandstrasse. Over 100 stalls, mulled wine, music and Samichlaus create a festive atmosphere by Lake Thun – free admission.

Dec 05, 2026
🇨🇭 Spiez
Nostalgic Beer Steam Train Ride 2026: Winter Journey Through the Emmental Illustrative photo
Food & Drink Festivals in Europe

Nostalgic Beer Steam Train Ride 2026: Winter Journey Through the Emmental

The Nostalgic Beer Steam Train Ride 2026 takes a historic steam locomotive through the winter Emmental, with an onboard beer tasting and food. It departs from and returns to the Konolfingen depot.

Dec 05, 2026
🇨🇭 Konolfingen
Marché de Noël Saint-Ursanne 2026 – Medieval Christmas Magic on the Doubs Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Marché de Noël Saint-Ursanne 2026 – Medieval Christmas Magic on the Doubs

The Marché de Noël Saint-Ursanne 2026 takes place on 5 and 6 December in the medieval centre of the town on the Doubs. Over 100 artisans, an old carousel and festive atmosphere make the weekend a special experience with free admission.

Dec 05, 2026
🇨🇭 Saint-Ursanne
Magic Mountain Festival, Zermatt, Switzerland 2026/2027: Dates, Tickets & Ski Music Weekend Illustrative photo
Sports Events in Europe

Magic Mountain Festival, Zermatt, Switzerland 2026/2027: Dates, Tickets & Ski Music Weekend

Magic Mountain Festival takes place from 10 to 13 December 2026 in Zermatt, Switzerland: electronic music and art at Vernissage, Cervo and further venues, with skiing on the Matterhorn slopes by day. Tickets start at about EUR 31; multi-day passes and hotel packages are sold via Ticketcorner. Official site: magicmountainzermatt.ch.

Dec 10, 2026
🇨🇭 Zermatt
Zug Christmas Markets 2026 – Magical Advent in Zug Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Zug Christmas Markets 2026 – Magical Advent in Zug

Experience a magical Advent in Zug in 2026! Enjoy the historic atmosphere at the Christmas Market in Zug Castle (Dec 12-13) and modern urban design at the X-MAS Line on Bahnhofstrasse (Dec 10-13 & 17-20).

Dec 10, 2026
🇨🇭 Zug
Murten Christmas Market 2026 – Medieval Magic Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Murten Christmas Market 2026 – Medieval Magic

The Murten Christmas Market 2026 takes place from December 11 to 13 in the historic old town of Murten. Visitors can expect a festive experience featuring regional crafts and culinary specialties against the backdrop of the medieval ring wall.

Dec 11, 2026
🇨🇭 Murten
Weinfelden Advent Market 2026: Christmas Market in the Heart of Thurgau Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Weinfelden Advent Market 2026: Christmas Market in the Heart of Thurgau

The Weinfelden Advent Market 2026 takes place on December 12 and 13 in the old town. Local crafts, regional businesses and a live music stage create a festive atmosphere in the heart of Thurgau.

Dec 12, 2026
🇨🇭 Weinfelden
Samnaun Christmas Market 2026: Alpine Advent in Switzerland's Highest Village Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Samnaun Christmas Market 2026: Alpine Advent in Switzerland's Highest Village

On December 12, 2026, Samnaun village turns into a festive Christmas market. This high alpine village and ski resort invites visitors to enjoy regional treats, festive crafts and duty free shopping.

Dec 12, 2026
🇨🇭 Samnaun