Events in Vaud - Customs and traditions

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

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

On May 23 and 24, 2026, the six wine-growing regions of Vaud will once again vibrate in unison for the Caves Ouvertes Vaudoises! Over 250 winegrowers are eagerly awaiting the public! Schedules :

Over the Whitsun weekend, during the Open wine cellars, the winemakers of the canton welcome you to discover a region rich in tradition and emotion.

The winegrowers of the Nord vaudois region welcome you during the Caves Ouvertes vaudoises.

Stroll through the alleys of the village of Rossinière, where nearly 100 cats made by professionals, students or families are on display and vote for your "King of Cats" !

Wander through the town of Payerne in search of a bargain!

On the first Sunday of July, 23 km of roads around Lake Joux are closed to motorised traffic.

Nearly 100 exhibitors will animate the large art and craft market in the courtyard of the Castle of Avenches

Pedalling while soaking up the region, its local products and its pristine landscapes: the slowUp la Broye will take place between Estavayer-le-Lac and Payerne.

Come and question Swiss clichés in the exhibition La Suisse. What is it? exhibition, or take a walk with the Tour du propriétaire.

After 15 years of renovation work, the monument is ready to be rediscovered!

A funfair where all Payerne from the outside and from here meet together in Friendship and Brotherhood.

Since 2008, the Biennale Images Vevey has established itself as Switzerland's most important visual arts biennial and an international benchmark for contemporary photography.

Have a walk in all the vineyard of Ollon on the meeting of the wine growers who make you discover their vineyards as well as culinary specialities.

The Poulpe Festival is taking over the centre of Payerne for its 5th edition.

At the end of September, the Fête du Vacherin Mont-d’Or marks the season start for this soft cheese typical of the Vallée de Joux.

Every two years, the countryside invades the town of Morges for one night!

To the sound of the bells during the cattle parade in Saint-Cergue!

A traditional folk festival par excellence, the Châtel-St-Denis Bénichon commemorates the end of the harvest, the herds' descent from the mountain pastures and the return to winter quarters.

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

Masked balls, processions, lit torches, funny floats, Guggenmusik, and other activities fill the streets of these medieval towns during a weekend.

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!