Events - Carnival Events 2026/27

Traditionell wird am 11.11. die Fasnacht eröffnet.

Rudolf's Christmas Market from November 20 - December 23

Der legendäre Fasnachtsball der Stifeliryter Muri

Are you ready for a new edition of Nebiopoli?

In Estavayer-le-Lac, it is a tradition, you don't burn the winter man to make the cold season go away: you burn the perch !

Jedes Jahr lockt die Thuner Fasnacht rund 30'000 begeisterte Besucherinnen und Besucher in die Thuner Innenstadt. Das bunte Treiben ist kostenlos, der Kauf einer Plakette jedoch Ehrensache.

Carnival clubs, Guggen bands, witches, float builders, and Böögge—are you ready for the Schaffhausen Carnival?

In the middle of winter, when the days are short and cold, Estavayer-le-Lac wakes up to the thundering sound of the Guggenmusiks for a wildly agitated weekend !

Woher kommt dieser Brauch und welche Bedeutung hat er? Fastnacht ist die Nacht vor der Fastenzeit. Darauf deutet auch der Ausdruck «carne vale», Fleisch, lebe wohl!

Colorful costumes, music, and lots of fun: Come celebrate Carnival with Molly and us on the ice rink.

The traditional Wiler Fastnacht starts on Wednesday and ends on Sunday with the big carnival parade through the town. Children's masked ball, court jester's ball, monster concert & endless parties.

Die Oltner-Fasnacht mit ihren vielen Traditionen lädt sie vom 03. -09. Februar 2027 nach Olten ein.

The Bellinzona Carnival, better known as Rabadan, has been one of the major events in Ticino for over 150 years.

The Sion Carnival is one of the city's biggest annual events.

A visit to the Altstätter Fasnacht is a special experience.

Solothurn is a wonderful city with a heart and a great tradition. The fifth season, the carnival, is particularly close to the hearts of the people of Solothurn.

To the 5th season

Imagine... For six days, the town of Monthey is transformed into an open-air theater, vibrant with color, sound and emotion.

The Lucerne Carnival is the largest annual event in the city of Lucerne.

The Kasbahfest (Gätsch) in Brig is the biggest carnival event in Upper Valais

Noisy hustle and bustle, colorfully disguised characters and exuberant atmosphere

The traditional Carnival of Fribourg with a big parade in the old town.

Der legendäre Fantasienball des TV Muri!

Ab 18:41 Uhr beginnen die Guggenkonzerte. Speaker führen mit interessanten Informationen über die Guggen durch den Abend. Während rund 4 Stunden geben alle ihr musikalisches Können zum Besten.

Nach dem Umzug treffen sich alle kleinen Fasnächtler:innen auf dem Zähringerplatz. Mit musikalischer Guggenunterhaltung, Spiel, Spass, Konfetti, Tee und Zvieri verbringen sie den Nachmittag.

Guggen bands from near and far, along with various floats and marching groups, ensure an entertaining afternoon.

Gidio Hosestoss parade followed by carnival activities

Gidio Hosestoss parade followed by carnival activities

Gidio Hosestoss parade followed by carnival activities

A Colorful Carnival Parade and a Cool Party

The four most beautiful days of the year!

The third largest carnival in Switzerland!

"We make Zurich colorful" The motto of Züri-Carneval 2026 and the accompanying plaque reflect the diversity, openness and tolerance with which carnival is celebrated in Zurich.

Brandons of Payerne are one of the oldest carnivals in Switzerland. A weekend per year in Payerne, the madness is not only authorized, but also recommended...

Neuhauser Carnival 2027

The biggest event in the Basel region and undoubtedly the annual highlight in Liestal is the Chienbäse procession, which transforms the "Stedtli" into a blazing inferno at the beginning of carnival.