Events - Customs and traditions

Spring has arrived in Zurich as soon as the Böögg’s head has exploded.

The 2026 Tulip Festival: Immerse yourself in the world of “Tales and Legends” this year from March 27 to May 11.

The "Aarberger Puce" was launched in April 1977 by a handful of idealists and about two dozen antiques dealers.

On the programme during these few days of celebration: Guggens, DJ's, bars, costumes and a Carna'Kids afternoon with magic, face painting and dance shows.

Meeting place and marketplace for business, society and culture.

A colorful event for young and old: children's entertainment, goods and crafts market, medieval gastronomy, jugglers, minstrels, shows - medieval times to marvel at and experience!

On Appeenzeller Striichmusigtag, the focus is on Appenzell string music.

Cattle shows 2026

The Farm moves to the town of Estavayer-le-Lac! Come and recharge your batteries to celebrate the return of fine days.

Discover the Nidwaldner GenussMarkt in Spittelgasse near the village square in Stans.

Unique wine event at the beginning of spring in Valais!

The nautical experience and pleasure weekend at Romanshorn harbor

agrischa is the festival of Graubünden agriculture: for two days, the focus is on animals, products and people - living agriculture, diverse, genuine and tangible.

During the annual SlowUp event, 33 km of roads around Lake Morat and through Avenches are closed to vehicles for cyclists, rollerbladers and walkers to enjoy!

Alljährlich am letzten Sonntag im April (Pandemiezeiten ausgenommen) versammeln sich alle stimmberechtigten Frauen und Männer mit Wohnsitz in Appenzell I.Rh.

Experience, discover, connect - the Baden Wine Days focus on enjoyment, community and history in the city of culture and spas.

Wine enthusiasts experience unforgettable tastings with direct exchanges at Lake Biel.

The wine cellars of German-speaking Switzerland open their doors. Over 190 wineries from all over German-speaking Switzerland invite you to visit their vineyards and taste their wines.

Over 100 participants show everyday life in the late Middle Ages.

Entdecke die Deutschschweizer Weinvielfalt.

Every first Friday of the month, the shops, theatres, galleries, restaurants and bars in Biel's old town come alive.

Festival with local market and entertainment in Bellelay, the birthplace of the famous cheese.

Diverse Aussteller und traditioneller Warenmarkt.

Die IG Dorffest Oltingen präsentiert in Zusammenarbeit mit der IG Lebendige Traditionen BL (IG-LT BL) erstmals die ganze Palette der Volkskultur im Kanton Basel-Landschaft an einem Dorffest.

In the heart of spring, a rendez-vous where local produce is shared and encounters are savoured around asparagus!

Themed tour for individual guests: Join us on a guided tour through carnival Lucerne.

In addition to the Bernese Cantonal Wrestling Festival (July 13), the Emmental Wrestling Festival also takes place in Langnau a week beforehand.

Auf beiden Seiten des Rheins führt der familienfreundliche slowUp vorbei am Fuss des Fürstenschlosses durch Liechtenstein und auf der Schweizer Seite durch die Region Werdenberg.

Dive into a gourmet atmosphere at the Cheese Festival!

Das Tanzfest Rapperswil-Jona verwandelt die Stadt in eine Bühne für Tanz und Begegnung. Mit Performances, Kursen und einem gemeinsamen Flashmob.

The Fête de la Danse returns to Vevey and La Tour-de-Peilz from May 7 to 10, 2026.

From Vaumarcus to Le Landeron, about forty winemakers warmly welcome wine lovers in their cellars and let you discover their different wines.

In May 2026, we will open the doors for the last time: the Käfertreffen.ch will be held for the 12th time here in Brienz. Up to 250 vehicles are expected on the grounds.

The Museums Night offers you numerous activities and discoveries in more than 20 museums and institutions in and around Fribourg

The Finale Nationale de la Race d'Hérens is a not-to-be-missed event that attracts over 12,000 people to the Pra Bardy arena.

On May 14, 2025, it's "Manne, a d'Arbet" for the 105th time for the Basel City Wrestling Day. Once again, a strong field of participants can be admired on the competition day at the Basel Sandgrube.