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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Arbon Christkindlimarkt 2026: Christmas Market on Lake Constance Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
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Arbon Christkindlimarkt 2026: Christmas Market on Lake Constance

The Arbon Christkindlimarkt 2026 takes place on November 28 in the old town on Lake Constance. Around 100 stalls offering exclusively handmade products make it a particularly authentic Christmas market.

Nov 28, 2026
🇨🇭 Arbon
Andermatt Christmas Market 2026 – Alpine Christmas Magic in the Swiss Alps Illustrative photo
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Andermatt Christmas Market 2026 – Alpine Christmas Magic in the Swiss Alps

The Andermatt Christmas Market takes place on 28 November 2026 from 11:00 to 19:00 in Kirch- und Rössligasse. With handmade products, mulled wine and an alpine mountain backdrop, it offers atmospheric Advent magic in the ski resort. The offer is complemented by the Christkindlimarkt in Altdorf on 11 December.

Nov 28, 2026
🇨🇭 Andermatt
St. Moritz Christmas Market 2026 – Luxury Alpine Advent Illustrative photo
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St. Moritz Christmas Market 2026 – Luxury Alpine Advent

The St. Moritz Christmas Market 2026 takes place on 2 December from 16:00 to 20:00 at Plaza Mauritius. Regional products, music and alpine magic await you in the luxury ski resort – complemented by atmospheric markets in Celerina, Samedan, Zuoz, Sils and other Upper Engadin villages. Free admission.

Dec 02, 2026
🇨🇭 St. Moritz
Christmas Market at the Château de Morges 2026: Festive Magic by Lake Geneva Illustrative photo
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Christmas Market at the Château de Morges 2026: Festive Magic by Lake Geneva

The Christmas market at the Château de Morges runs from December 2 to 20, 2026, in the castle gardens on Lake Geneva. Over 100 vendors offer handcrafted goods and regional specialties, and admission is completely free.

Dec 02, 2026
🇨🇭 Morges
Christmas Markets in Appenzell 2026: Chlöösler and Christchindlimarkt Illustrative photo
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Christmas Markets in Appenzell 2026: Chlöösler and Christchindlimarkt

Appenzell celebrates Advent with two traditional markets: the Chlöösler on December 2, 2026, around the Hauptgasse and Landsgemeindeplatz, and the Christchindlimarkt on December 5 and 6, 2026, on Postplatz. Both markets are free to attend.

Dec 02, 2026
🇨🇭 Appenzell
Lucerne Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Christmas Magic in Lucerne Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
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Lucerne Christmas Market 2026 – Traditional Christmas Magic in Lucerne

The Lozärner Weihnachtsmärt 2026 takes place from 3 to 21 December on Franziskanerplatz in the historic Old Town. Complemented by Rudolfs Weihnacht at Inseli Park, the craft market at Weinmarkt and the international Forum Venite, Lucerne offers a unique mix of tradition, crafts and lake views – with free admission.

Dec 03, 2026
🇨🇭 Lucerne
Rapperswil-Jona Christmas Market 2026 – Christkindlimärt on Lake Zurich Illustrative photo
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Rapperswil-Jona Christmas Market 2026 – Christkindlimärt on Lake Zurich

Christkindlimärt Rapperswil-Jona 2026 runs in three blocks (3–6, 9–13, 17–20 December) on the lakeshore and in the old town under the castle. Free entry, 13 market days, 200-plus stalls at the Grand Market. Hüttenzauber, Lake Zurich and S-Bahn from Zurich make it the region’s strongest lakeside market.

Dec 03, 2026
🇨🇭 Rapperswil-Jona
Lucerne Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
Christmas Markets in Europe
Free

Lucerne Christmas Market 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide

Experience the magical Christmas market from 3 to 21 December 2026 near the historic Chapel Bridge in Lucerne. Enjoy lake views, festive lights, and Swiss holiday treats in the old town.

Dec 03, 2026
🇨🇭 Luzern
Bremgarten Christkindlimarket 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide Illustrative photo
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Bremgarten Christkindlimarket 2026 – Dates, Program & Visitor Guide

From 3 to 6 December 2026, the Bremgarten Christkindlimarket invites visitors to one of Switzerland's largest Christmas markets in the historic old town along the Reuss River. Enjoy Swiss traditions, crafts, and festive lights.

Dec 03, 2026
🇨🇭 Bremgarten
Briger Chrischchindlimärt: Christmas Market in Brig's Old Town Illustrative photo
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Briger Chrischchindlimärt: Christmas Market in Brig's Old Town

The Briger Chrischchindlimärt fills Brig's old town with a festive Christmas market of handicrafts, mulled wine and family activities from December 4 to 8, 2026.

Dec 04, 2026
🇨🇭 Brig
Verve / La Folie Andermatt 2026 – Techno Festival, Ski Party and Winter Music in Switzerland Illustrative photo
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Verve / La Folie Andermatt 2026 – Techno Festival, Ski Party and Winter Music in Switzerland

Verve Andermatt runs on 4–5 December 2026 at the Parkplatz Eiboden festival grounds in Andermatt: an alpine techno weekend with three stages, optional skiing on Gemsstock and tickets from about EUR 59. La Folie d’Andermatt is the smaller ski-and-daydance format at The Swiss House; its last confirmed edition was 24–25 January 2026.

Dec 04, 2026
🇨🇭 Andermatt
Saas-Fee Christmas Market 2026 – Alpine Christmas Magic in the Car-Free Mountain Village Illustrative photo
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Saas-Fee Christmas Market 2026 – Alpine Christmas Magic in the Car-Free Mountain Village

The Saas-Fee Christmas Market 2026 takes place on 4 and 5 December on the village square of the car-free high alpine village. Local crafts, mulled wine and genuine mountain atmosphere beneath the four-thousanders make it a special Advent experience with free admission.

Dec 04, 2026
🇨🇭 Saas-Fee