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 Le Chant du Gros 2027 takes place from 8 to 11 September in Le Noirmont, Switzerland, celebrating its 35th anniversary with a four-day edition. The festival is known for French-language chanson, pop and rock music in the Franches-Montagnes.
Illustrative photo The Eidgenössisches Volksmusikfest 2027 takes place from 9 to 12 September in the historic old town of Altstätten. Around 1,500 musicians, a grand parade, Stubeten and markets make it Switzerland’s largest folk music festival.
Illustrative photo Septembre Musical Montreux-Vevey 2027: classical music festival from 10 to 19 September on the Swiss Riviera with concerts in Montreux, Vevey and Château de Chillon.
Illustrative photo The traditional Knabenschiessen returns from September 11 to 13, 2027 at Albisgütli, featuring a youth shooting competition alongside one of Zurich's biggest folk festivals.
Illustrative photo Ride N Rave 2027 is expected to return as a one-day ski and rave gathering at Berggasthaus Erzegg in Melchsee-Frutt, Switzerland. The format mixes electronic daydance, a freestyle contest and gondola access on a car-free alpine plateau. The 2027 date and prices were not yet confirmed in September 2026; the last edition ran on 28 February 2026.
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 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.