Events in Switzerland 2026-2027

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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Oktoberfest Solothurn 2026 – Dates, Rythalle & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
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Oktoberfest Solothurn 2026 – Dates, Rythalle & Visitor Guide

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.

Oct 23, 2026
🇨🇭 Solothurn
Calanda Oktoberfest Chur 2026 – Bavarian Festival in the Alpine City Illustrative photo
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Calanda Oktoberfest Chur 2026 – Bavarian Festival in the Alpine City

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.

Oct 23, 2026
🇨🇭 Chur
Basel Autumn Fair 2026: Traditional Fair in Basel Old Town Illustrative photo
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Basel Autumn Fair 2026: Traditional Fair in Basel Old Town

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.

Oct 24, 2026
🇨🇭 Basel
JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026 – Jazz Dates & Line-up Illustrative photo
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JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026 – Jazz Dates & Line-up

JazzOnze+ Festival Lausanne 2026: 27 October to 1 November. Jazz across central Lausanne venues. Tickets and programme on jazzonzeplus.ch.

Oct 27, 2026
🇨🇭 Lausanne
Irish Folk Festival 2026 in Basel: Irish Music Tour in Switzerland Illustrative photo
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Irish Folk Festival 2026 in Basel: Irish Music Tour in Switzerland

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.

Oct 29, 2026
🇨🇭 Basel
Oktoberfest Gstaad 2026: Alpine Wiesn in the Swiss Mountains Illustrative photo
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Oktoberfest Gstaad 2026: Alpine Wiesn in the Swiss Mountains

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.

Oct 30, 2026
🇨🇭 Gstaad
prOST! 2026 in St. Gallen, Switzerland – Beer Culture Day & Tasting Illustrative photo
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prOST! 2026 in St. Gallen, Switzerland – Beer Culture Day & Tasting

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.

Oct 31, 2026
🇨🇭 St. Gallen
Recluses Fest Geneva 2026 – Punk Rock Festival Alhambra Dates Line-up Tickets Illustrative photo
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Recluses Fest Geneva 2026 – Punk Rock Festival Alhambra Dates Line-up Tickets

Recluses Fest 2026: 5–7 November at Alhambra Geneva. Punk and alternative with The Exploited, Tagada Jones and more. Tickets from about 30 euros.

Nov 05, 2026
🇨🇭 Geneva
Creme Wiesn 2026: Oktoberfest Party in Basel Illustrative photo
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Creme Wiesn 2026: Oktoberfest Party in Basel

Creme Wiesn 2026 brings genuine Oktoberfest spirit to the Saal San Francisco at the Congress Center Basel, with live music, group tables and a dirndl and lederhosen party atmosphere over two evenings.

Nov 06, 2026
🇨🇭 Basel
Bärner Bier Rundi 2026: Beer Festival in Bern Illustrative photo
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Bärner Bier Rundi 2026: Beer Festival in Bern

The Bärner Bier Rundi 2026 brings regional and international breweries together at BERNEXPO in Bern. Over two evenings, visitors can enjoy tastings, live music and a lively party atmosphere.

Nov 13, 2026
🇨🇭 Bern
Christmas Markets Holiday Region Interlaken 2026 – Alpine Magic between Lakes and Jungfrau Illustrative photo
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Christmas Markets Holiday Region Interlaken 2026 – Alpine Magic between Lakes and Jungfrau

The Christmas markets of the Holiday Region Interlaken 2026 offer atmospheric Advent vibes from mid-November to the end of December between Lake Thun, Lake Brienz and the peaks of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau. With Christmas shopping, regional markets in Unterseen, Brienz and further places plus free admission, authentic Swiss winter magic awaits you.

Nov 16, 2026
🇨🇭 Interlaken
Geneva Christmas Market 2026: Noël au Quai by the Lake Illustrative photo
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Geneva Christmas Market 2026: Noël au Quai by the Lake

The Noël au Quai Christmas market takes place from November 19 to December 24, 2026, on the Quai du Mont Blanc in Geneva. With free admission, visitors can enjoy artisan crafts, fondue, street food and a carousel right by Lake Geneva.

Nov 19, 2026
🇨🇭 Geneva