Events in Appenzell

The only museum in the world dedicated to the initiator of the International Red Cross has opened its new, inclusive and multimedia exhibition.

The special exhibition presents a selection of new acquisitions from recent years that have enriched the Foundation's collection through donation or purchase.

A concert in the Herisau Catholic Church brings together over 70 singers from various choirs with a varied program, accompanied by piano and percussion.

A contribution to the debate on building culture and the transformation of village life. A stimulus to think about the value of meeting places - places of encounter where the world stands still for a moment.

Fascinating pencil drawings from our region

Take a guided tour of the Appenzell Museum and learn more about Appenzell hand embroidery, traditional costumes, folk beliefs, peasant and furniture painting, customs and traditions and much more.

Medicinal plant show garden, visitor center for naturopathy. Find out how to maintain your health in a natural way.

Would you like to know exactly how Switzerland's tastiest cheese is made?

Over the course of several months, the Gais graphics collection has been transformed into a modern, attractive and exciting museum.

A "hands-on story morning" for families with children from 3-6 years old

Documentary film on the closure of the Herisau-based AG Cilander in 2024

Do you want to experience what we humans really need in terms of comfort and how we can still have a good time, almost without leaving a trace? Then come to the forest days!

An exhibition with an informative audio-visual show and original cultural objects provides an insight into the eventful history of the hamlet of Schwänberg and its inhabitants.

Every first Sunday of the month we offer a brunch with everything your heart desires in the Dorfhus Gupf.

A warm welcome!

The former Zundholz wood factory in the Forren area between Appenzell and Weissbad will become a place of art for the next three years.

Spring tasting

Wie wunderbar - die Archaik des Natur- und Wildjodels und das Kochen mit Wildkräutern auf dem Feuerring kommen zusammen.

In addition to the permanent exhibition, the Wolfhalden Museum is showing two special exhibitions: one on Grub, the oldest municipality in the Vorderland, and one on Consul Carl Lutz.

Summer museum opening with short speeches and a small aperitif.

Every 1st Sunday of the month there is live music in the Appenzeller Schaukäserei from 11.00 to 17.00 hrs.

Special exhibition Museum Herisau "From blackboard to touchscreen. Education in Appenzell Ausserrhoden since 1800"

Jährliche Versammlung der Bezirksbürgerinnen und -bürger zur Beschlussfassung über kommunale Vorlagen und zur Bestellung der Ämter in den Gemeinden. Orte: Appenzell, Steinegg/Schwende, Gonten, Haslen

Experience the world of herbs with all your senses and get closer to the well-kept secret: the original recipe for Appenzeller Alpenbitter with 42 exquisite herbs.

Goran Kovacevic ist 2026 «Artist in Residence» im Konzept- und Kulturraum ink an der Engelgasse.

A heavenly comedy in three acts.

Die bunten Häuser an der Hauptgasse, die stattliche Pfarrkirche, das Schloss, der Landsgemeindeplatz, die Kunstwerke von Roman Signer am Adlerplatz, das gelebte Brauchtum: Dies alles bietet eine

Find out more about the origins of the Biedermeier village of Heiden. In addition to the village fire, the history of the spa town and famous personalities who left their mark on the region are also covered.

The Locher Brewery Visitor Center offers a public beer tasting every Thursday (except public holidays).

Auch diesen Frühling wird auf Einladung des Wollelade Appenzell wieder gestrickt und gehäkelt im Plätzli am Schmäuslemarkt.

Aktuelle Kunst erkunden und tonen im Atelier, mit Domenika Chandra, Anmeldung an info@kunsthalleappenzell.ch / +41 71 788 18 60

It smells wonderful in the Bärli-Biber bakery! You can make a large Bärli-Biber yourself under supervision. There will also be a beaver tasting and a non-alcoholic aperitif.

Der «Maimaat» (Maimarkt), immer am ersten Mittwoch im Mai, ist seit Jahrzehnten die Gelegenheit, die Frühlingsgarderobe im Dorf zu ergänzen und von Stand zu Stand zu flanieren.

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The special exhibition presents a selection of new acquisitions from recent years that have enriched the Foundation's collection through donation or purchase.

The public tour offers an insight into the development and manufacture of high-quality JUST products.