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 Madame Loyal Geneva 2026: 16 and 17 October at Palexpo. Electronic funfair with circus, techno and house. Tickets from about 50 euros, 18+.
Illustrative photo On 17 October 2026, Ronnie Romero and Gus G. bring the Convergence Fest Tour to Musigburg in Aarburg: hard rock and heavy metal with solo sets and shared classics. Tickets from about 50 euro (converted from CHF), evening start at Bahnhofstrasse 50.
Illustrative photo Croc' the Rock Festival 2026: 21–24 October in Etagnieres near Lausanne. Indoor rock with camping, tickets from about 21 euros.
Illustrative photo The Calanda Oktoberfest Chur 2026 takes place from 23 to 31 October in the new Areon Eventhalle. Authentic Bavarian atmosphere with live bands, Calanda beer and specialties awaits guests over two weekends.
Illustrative photo The Limmattaler Wiesn Gaudi 2026 brings Bavarian Oktoberfest spirit to the Rapidplatz in Dietikon across two weekends, with a beer tent, live music and hearty food.
Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Solothurn 2026 takes place on 23/24 and 30/31 October at the Rythalle. Expect Bavarian Wiesn atmosphere, live music, beer steins and hearty specialities. Admission only with reservation.
Illustrative photo The Basel Autumn Fair 2026 takes place from October 24 to November 8 across the old town of Basel. Switzerland's oldest and largest amusement fair fills seven historic squares with rides, market stalls and local specialities like Mässmogge candy.
Illustrative photo JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026: 27 October to 1 November. Jazz across central Lausanne venues. Tickets and programme on jazzonzeplus.ch.
Illustrative photo The Irish Folk Festival 2026 stops at Stadtcasino Basel on October 29, bringing Irish music, dance and the grand festival session to the stage before the tour continues to Lucerne, Visp and Zurich.
Illustrative photo Oktoberfest Gstaad 2026 brings genuine Bavarian Wiesn spirit to the Swiss Alps, with a festival tent, live music and freshly tapped beer in the mountain village of Gstaad.
Illustrative photo The Rock'n'Roll Tanzparty on 30 October 2026 at Gasthof Bären in Aarburg features Head over Heels with boogie-woogie, jive, fox and 1950s–70s classics. Doors 18:30, music from 20:00 to about 23:30; tickets from 25 CHF via Eventfrog.
Illustrative photo prOST! 2026 takes place on 31 October in St. Gallen and celebrates Eastern Swiss beer culture with local breweries, tastings and new discoveries. Organised by Verein Bierkultur Sankt Gallen. Programme and ticket details on the official website.