Events - Advent Christmas festivals and market 2025

Nativity scenes from all over the world

In the heart of Vevey, Place Scanavin is transformed into a magical Christmas Village. A convivial atmosphere around gourmet chalets, Finnish kotas and log fires.

From November 18, 2025, to January 12, 2026, the Pop Up exhibition space at Via Magatti 6 in Lugano will be illuminated with Christmas lights and festive magic.

Enchanted Forest Lenzerheide – Music. Light. Winter air.

The youngest of Bern's Christmas markets - yet the Sternenmarkt is already just as popular. The festive winter village enchants its visitors anew every year.

Lausanne is lighting up for the 11th edition of Bô Noël, from 20 November to 31 December 2025.

The Bernese Christmas market with several decades of tradition

From <strong>November 20, 2025</strong>, to <strong>January 6, 2026</strong>, Locarno will be transformed into an enchanting winter village with <strong>Winterland</strong>: an immersive experience

Escape the hustle and bustle of Advent and enjoy a few quiet hours on the Wiehnachtswäg in Aeschi.

Winter magic for young and old. Local exhibitors, children's carousel, ice carving, the sound of the alphorn and a festive atmosphere. Experience the winter market on December 28

Discover the magic of Morcote’s lights.

In Stein am Rhein: free carousel rides, music, mulled wine in fairytale cups, treats at the stalls - pure fairytale town!

In Ticino, Christmas lights up with magic: markets, lights, and scents envelop villages and towns, transforming squares and streets into enchanting scenes.

An experience full of magic - for individual guests, couples, families, friends and groups who want to discover the magic of Advent together.

In an interplay of (fragrance) stations, works of art, images, sound and text, the exhibition brings the sensory properties and history behind Christmas fragrances to life.

From 27 November 2025 to 6 January 2026, Lugano lights up with the wonder of Christmas, creating a warm and refined atmosphere that transforms the city centre into a charming setting of lights,

The ILLUMINARIUM opens its doors to the inner courtyard of the Landesmuseum for the 8th time.

The crib is the creation of the Solothurn nunnery St. Joseph, which was founded during the middle of the 18th century.

Ice skating with a view over Lake Lucerne, surrounded by a unique mountain panorama.

During the Advent season, Rheinfelden shines in festive splendor and becomes a sparkling Christmas paradise.

The Christmas-decorated market stalls will get you in the Advent spirit The market stalls on the town square and Sebastiansplatz are open between 2.00 pm and 10.00 pm.

From November 26th to January 6th, the City of Bellinzona will once again welcome the long-awaited Christmas Village in Piazza del Sole.

Around 1500 LED lamps illuminate the path of lights at the foot of Baarburg Castle. The path of lights can be walked from November 25, 2022 to January 8, 2023.

From December 13, 2025 to February 14, 2026, thousands of skaters will meet every year to skate in front of the imposing backdrop of the Swiss Parliament building.

Glümeras is all about togetherness. The Stradun is illuminated with 2023 candles. Mulled wine, soup and sausages to enjoy. Info: Tel. 081 864 02 02.

The Catrina winter market with local products and souvenirs

At Christmas and on New Year's Day, the Pelzmartige parade through the village from midday until late in the evening.

When it's time to say "Aagrüert isch" again, the Winter Village on the lower Bahnhofplatz in Baden will once again provide a sensual and Christmassy atmosphere from mid-November to early January.

Whether they are strolling along the path or at the Hameau de Mayens, marvel at fire and light shows.

A city that transforms itself and provides unforgettable experiences…

The perfect start to the Advent season!

Am 1. Adventssonntag findet in Näfels der Chlauseinzug mit dem Chlausmarkt statt.

Um die 60 Verkaufsstände bieten ein vielseitiges Warenangebot an und diverse Verpflegungsstände sorgen für das leibliche Wohl.

Immerse yourself in the warm atmosphere of the Gruyères Christmas Market, where more than forty talented artisans showcase their unique creations.

A Christmas party exclusively for Drako Club members, with a story and a photo on Father Christmas's lap!

Every year during the first weekend of December, the city of Fribourg honours its patron saint, St. Nicholas, with a special celebration.