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 VSNZ Festival Grindelwald 2027 is VSNZ Winter Arc from 5 to 7 March on Maennlichen. Friday warm-up is free; mountain days are ticketed from about 85 euros. 2027 lineup unpublished.
Illustrative photo The 57th Engadin Skimarathon takes place on 14 March 2027 from Maloja to S-chanf. Marathon Week in Engadin runs from 6 to 14 March 2027 and also includes the Women’s Race, Night Race and Half Marathon. Race entries are limited; trackside viewing is free.
Illustrative photo The Blues Festival Basel 2027 celebrates its 25th edition at Atlantis Basel with four evenings of international and Swiss blues music. Final pricing and the line up are yet to be announced.
Illustrative photo The Fribourg International Film Festival (FIFF) returns for its 41st edition from 12 to 21 March 2027. For ten days, the acclaimed Swiss festival showcases films from Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe. Tickets from CHF 10.
Illustrative photo From March 12 to 21, 2027, Caprices Festival celebrates its 25th anniversary at a brand-new location in Gstaad. Enjoy two weekends of world-class techno and house music at 1,600 meters, featuring the iconic transparent stage with breathtaking alpine views.
Illustrative photo Bier Basel 2027 brings craft breweries, tastings and brewing workshops to the Markthalle Basel next to Basel SBB station. Entry is free, with only drinks, guided tastings and workshops costing extra.
Illustrative photo TECHimSCHNEE 2027 returns on March 13 (backup date March 21) as an electronic snow open air in Melchsee-Frutt, Switzerland. The dance floor sits at Bergrestaurant Erzegg at about 1,920 metres. Tickets sell out fast; the gondola and evening shuttles were included in recent editions.
Illustrative photo TECHimSCHNEE Melchsee-Frutt 2027 takes place on March 13 (backup date March 21). Gondola in the ticket, ski pass extra.
Illustrative photo Shapes Festival Leysin 2027 runs 15-21 March. House, disco, techno in the Vaud Alps. Passes from about 27 euros, festival pass about 85 euros. Lineup beyond Optimo and Rush Hour still open.
Illustrative photo Voix de Fête Festival Geneva 2027: 15–21 March. Francophone music across multiple stages. Tickets and programme at voixdefete.com.
Illustrative photo The m4music Festival 2027 takes place on 19 and 20 March in Zurich. It is the central showcase for Swiss and international pop, electronic and hip hop acts, featuring a conference and Demotape Clinic in the Schiffbau area. Tickets and latest information on m4music.ch.
Illustrative photo Seppi Day in the Aletsch Arena is 19 March 2027. Josef skis free; others pay a special rate. Live music on the piste. Access from Morel-Filet.