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 Zurich Beer Festival 2027 is expected to take place in late April at the Neues Theater Spirgarten in Zurich. International and Swiss craft breweries present their newest beers on tap. All tastings are included in the ticket price. Exact dates still TBA.
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 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.
Illustrative photo Werdinsel Openair 2027 is expected in mid-August on Werdinsel in Zurich Höngg. The biennial, free island festival on the Limmat features local bands, DJs and newcomers. Exact 2027 dates have not been announced yet.
Illustrative photo The Schupfart Festival 2027 brings schlager, German rock and pop to the airfield in Schupfart, canton Aargau, with acts including Kunz, Mickie Krause and Die Draufgänger.
Illustrative photo The Mettlerfield Festival 2027 brings Swiss rock and metal bands to the Mettler meadow in M\u00fchlau., visitors can expect a close knit open air with onsite camping and regional food.
Illustrative photo The Lausner Oktoberfest 2027 takes place at the Tonwerk Studios in Lausen, bringing two evenings of Bavarian beer tent atmosphere with live music and a traditional keg tapping to Switzerland.
Illustrative photo Rock Meets Country 2027 brings rock, country and blues fans to the Braui Event Hall in Hochdorf. Three festival nights of live music and a bar festival await near Lake Baldegg.
Illustrative photo The BLA! Festival 2027 brings three days of music, theater, dance and exhibitions on the theme of roots to Lucerne's Sentitreff, featuring around 30 participating artists.
Illustrative photo The Zytamsee Festival 2027 takes place on 26 and 27 September at the Genuss-Pavillon am See in Zug, Switzerland. Live acts spanning Funk, Soul, Jazz and Rock, plus good food and a relaxed lakeside atmosphere. Tickets required on Saturday; free entry on Sunday.
Illustrative photo The Zuger Wiesn 2027 takes place in 2027 at the Stierenmarkt in Zug. The city’s seventh Oktoberfest features live music by the band Compass, Bavarian specialities and genuine Wiesn atmosphere from 17:00 to 23:00. Tickets and table reservations via the official website.