Overview

  • Date

    24. October - 10. November 2026

    Daily 11:00 - 23:00

Intro

The largest amusement fair in Switzerland.

With its centuries-old tradition, the Basel Autumn Fair is a living cultural asset of the city of Basel. As the largest amusement fair in Switzerland and one of the largest inner-city fairs in Europe, it delights young and old alike. From Barfüsserplatz to Messeplatz, from Petersplatz to the cathedral: at seven locations you can experience breathtaking rides, amusement arcades and food and merchandise stands.

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Event information

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Contact address
Präsidialdepartement des Kantons Basel-Stadt
Abteilung Aussenbeziehungen und Standortmarketing
Marktplatz 30a
4001 Basel
+41 (0)61 267 40 91
marketing@bs.ch
Location Petersplatz
4051 Basel
Switzerland
Event Homepage https://www.herbstmesse.ch
Opening hours
Until November 08, Petersplatz with Hääfelimäärt until 10.11.2026
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Event dates

  • 24 October 2026
  • 25 October 2026
  • 26 October 2026
  • 27 October 2026
  • 28 October 2026
  • 29 October 2026
  • 30 October 2026
  • 31 October 2026
  • 01 November 2026
  • 02 November 2026
  • 03 November 2026
  • 04 November 2026
  • 05 November 2026
  • 06 November 2026
  • 07 November 2026
  • 08 November 2026
  • 09 November 2026
  • 10 November 2026

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Date

24. October - 10. November 2026

Daily 11:00 - 23:00

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