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.
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Illustrative photo Arosa Electronica 2027 is the electronic winter music festival in Arosa, Switzerland. After the 15–22 March 2026 edition, the next week is scheduled for winter 2026/27, with exact dates still to be announced. Parties take place on the mountain and in the village of Arosa Lenzerheide; tickets and the program will be published at arosaelectronica.com.
Illustrative photo SNEW Festival in Davos pairs electronic music with the Jakobshorn ski area. The last edition ran on 4–5 April 2026 at Jatzhuette and in valley afterparty venues. Dates and prices for 2027 are still to be announced; Terrazzza adds further winter day raves in Davos.
Illustrative photo SnowpenAir in Grindelwald officially ended with its 25th edition on 23–24 March 2024 on Maennlichen. No 2027 dates have been confirmed. Last published 2024 tickets ranged from about 43 to 308 euros.
Illustrative photo SnowpenAir at Kleine Scheidegg and Grindelwald officially ended with its 25th edition on 23–24 March 2024 on Maennlichen. No 2027 dates have been confirmed. Last published 2024 tickets ranged from about 43 to 308 euros.
Illustrative photo The Zermatt Festival (Zermatt Music Festival & Academy) takes place in Zermatt in 2027. Classical and chamber concerts in churches, chapels and on Kirchplatz. Admission is often free or about 27 to 45 euros.
Illustrative photo The Appenzell Cheese Festival 2027 takes place in the monastery garden in Appenzell. Around 25 regional cheesemakers present their specialties with free entry and live music.
Illustrative photo CODA x Flightmode Laax 2027 has no date yet. 2026 was 14 March: day rave on Crap Sogn Gion, after at Riders Club. 2027 prices unpublished.
Illustrative photo Flower Power Party Beckenried is not a listed winter festival for 2027. Klewenalp hosts other mountain parties.
Illustrative photo Zermatt has no classic Christmas market in 2026, yet the festively lit Bahnhofstrasse, the Christmas tree lighting on 29 November, Tuba-Christmas and the alpine village atmosphere at the Matterhorn create unique Christmas magic with free access.
Illustrative photo The Marché de Noël de Neuchâtel 2026 is expected in December in the Jardin Anglais and old town by Lake Neuchâtel. Festive stalls, lights and Christmas atmosphere with free admission – exact dates will be confirmed in autumn.
Illustrative photo The Marché de Noël de Porrentruy 2026 takes place in the historic old town of the episcopal city in the Jura. With regional crafts, culinary specialities and festive lighting around the castle and Faubourg, it offers a cosy Christmas atmosphere. Exact dates will be announced in autumn; admission is free.
Illustrative photo OLMA St. Gallen returns to the exhibition grounds in 2027. Switzerland's largest public fair for agriculture and food combines tradition, culinary delights and a folk-festival atmosphere. The exact 2027 date has not yet been announced.