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 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.
Illustrative photo The Loz\u00e4rner Oktoberfest 2027 takes place at Messe Luzern. Authentic Bavarian style with live bands, roast chicken, beer steins and lively fun in the large marquee.
Illustrative photo Beer hike in Wildhaus with views of the Alpstein massif – organized by the Toggenburger Biergilde. The 2027 date has not yet been announced.
Illustrative photo The Unterwaldner Biertag in Dallenwil brings local microbreweries from Nidwalden and Obwalden together under tents. Authentic beers and mountain village atmosphere await visitors. 2026 dates not yet confirmed.
Illustrative photo The first Schwamendingen Beer Hike 2027 covers just under ten kilometers through Zurich Schwamendingen, with four stops, four special beers and a finale at the Herbstfest in the Ziegelhütte.
Illustrative photo Masters of Hardcore brings uncompromising hardcore techno to Halle 622 in Zurich Oerlikon in 2027. Angerfist, Miss K8 and Mad Dog headline a full night of hard beats.
Illustrative photo The Bullingerplatzfest 2027 takes place in 2027 at Bullingerplatz in Zurich. This free neighbourhood festival features a local stage, live music and a relaxed community atmosphere in District 4.
Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Züri Oberland returns to the Landihalle in Uster in 2027. In 2026, the hall turned into a Bavarian beer tent from 25 September to 10 October, with live bands, dirndls and lederhosen. The exact 2027 date has not yet been announced.
Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Wädenswil 2027 once again brings Bavarian beer tent atmosphere to Lake Zurich across two festival weekends, with live music and traditional food at Festwiese Neubühl.
Illustrative photo ZOA City 2027 brings individual open air concert nights to the Dolder ice rink high above Zurich. Exact dates and prices for 2027 have not yet been announced.