Events - Autumn festivals and markets 2026

Enjoy the refreshment stands, stalls, merry-go-round and other various attractions.

Erntedankfest auf dem schönsten Dorfplatz der Schweiz.

Cattle show in Grindelwald.

The closing highlight of the festivities at the lake of Biel.

Traditional parade

The largest amusement fair in Switzerland.

The annual, widely renowned, and diverse Alpine cheese market in the Muotathal Valley, featuring over 40 exhibitors

On October 24 and 25, there will be a variety of Swiss cheese specialties to discover in the garden of the Capuchin monastery in Appenzell!

Join us for one of the tastiest and most colorful festivals around: the Pumpkin Festival awaits you in Castel San Pietro during the last weekend of October.

Largest market with chestnut products in German-speaking Switzerland. Interesting exhibition all about the sweet chestnut. Large selection of food and chestnut specialties for sale.

At around 150 stands, the organisers try to offer you the most varied, colorful and exciting Märit offers possible.

An exciting arts and crafts market with around 150 booths.

The interplay of water and light is fascinating - if you add music to the two elements, the result is a wonderful spectacle, the water symphony.

Biel also celebrates Onion Day. Neumarktplatz is already bustling with activity early in the morning.

The Zibelemärit Aarbärg was organised for the first time in 1972. In addition to the traditional onion and garlic products, clothes, jewellery, wooden items and toys are also on sale.

Am 31. Oktober gibt es auf dem Waisenhausplatz in Bern eine Vielzahl von Schweizer Käse-Spezialitäten zu entdecken!

Near Lake Neuchâtel, the village of Bonvillars hosts Switzerland's first truffle market every last Saturday in October.

Welcome to the funfair in Interlaken! Immerse yourself in a world of fun and excitement. Enjoy the variety of market stalls and culinary delights.

Every first Wednesday in November, the traditional Rüeblimärt takes place in the old town of Aarau (with the center on the Graben).

Räbeliechtliumzug des Kindergartens und der Unterstufe Muri mit selbergebastelten Laternen und Räbeliechtli zum Schulhaus Kloster

Am 7. November gibt es am Seequai in Rapperswil-Jona eine Vielzahl von Schweizer Käse-Spezialitäten zu entdecken!

Le Bourru is a tradition at the heart of the La Côte vineyards. A number of winegrowers in Begnins, Luins, Vinzel and Bursins open their cellars to wine lovers.

Visit the markets in Einsiedeln and stroll along the main street from the village square to the town hall.

Jeweils an einem Mittwoch im Frühling und Herbst findet im Stanser Dorf der berühmte Warenmarkt statt. Über 200 verschiedene Marktstände rund um den Dorfplatz locken die Leute von nah und fern an.

An old proverb says: "For San Martino every must is wine".

Since its inception in 1994, VINEA has come a long way, but the aims of its fair have remained the same: sharing, enjoyment and discovery! And this year we’re celebrating an anniversary: our 30th!

The festival of St. Martin takes place in the second weekend of November, and the “Revira” on the third weekend. Come and taste the traditional dishes of St.

The farmers' association, founded in 1686, celebrates its traditional festival with a procession, games and entertainment.

The truffle and its unique aroma will be back on the weekend of 14-15 November 2026 in Murten. Come and meet the 22 exhibitors and let yourself be enchanted by this product of excellence.

The traditional St. Martin's Market fills Schaffhausen's Old Town with a cheerful bustle.

In addition to its traditional fair, the Sainte-Catherine festival includes a festive braderie (under tent) at Plaine Bellevue from Friday to Monday evening.

Discover the Valais truffle market!

The Zibelemärit is a traditional folk festival held on the fourth Monday of every November.

The 225th edition of the Foire au Lard will be held on Sunday, December 6, and Monday, December 7, 2026!

Music will once again be played at three festival sites and in various restaurants in the village center of Appenzell at the beginning of August.

Die grösste Chilbi am See bietet Platz für ca. 40 Chilbigeschäfte. Dazu kommen über 100 auswärtige und einheimische Markt- und Verpflegungsstände.