Events in Eastern Switzerland / Liechtenstein - Customs and traditions

In the fall, when the farmers return from the Alps with their cows, the cattle shows take place in Appenzell Ausserrhoden. Prizes are awarded for the most beautiful and best performing cows.

The 5th St. Gallen season, the highlight in the fall and the meeting place for all generations: Switzerland's most popular and largest public fair.

An sechs Wochenenden im September und Oktober 2026 ab 11.00 Uhr öffnet jeweils ein Fläscher Weinbaubetrieb seine Kellertüren.

The historic Bergtrotte is located in the middle of the vineyard. It is Osterfingen’s true landmark and gives the fall festival its name.

Traditionsanlass vor herrlicher Alpenkulisse.

Traditioneller Alpchäsmarkt mit dem schweizweit einzigartige Kuhrennen, an welchem ausschliesslich weibliche Jockeys auf zwei Runden um die Krone vom Kuh-Grandprix streiten.

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!

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

A Christmas market like from days long gone with lots of fun, shows, gastronomic experiences and entertainment for young and old!

Traditional Advent market

St. Gallen at Advent: City of Stars, November 26–December 24, 2026

Traditioneller Adventsmarkt, einer der schönsten Vorweihnachtsmärkte der Ostschweiz!

"Advent, Advent a little light is burning..." Sunday sale and Advent market with a wide range of fine specialties and attractions for young and old.

The 25th Märlistadt™, December 2, 2026, through January 3, 2027. An anniversary. A new story. An experience you’ll never forget.

In & Outdoor Weihnachtsmarkt im Volksgarten und im heimeligen Güterschuppen

Anniversary: 40 Years of the Trogen Advent Market! Products available at over 40 market stalls on and around Landsgemeindeplatz in Trogen, Appenzell.

The traditional Christmas market, with its festive atmosphere, takes place on the church square in Thayngen.

Entry of the bishop with 40 Samichläusen and Schmutzli - A more than 60-year-old tradition lives in Bad Ragaz!

Neu in Glarus: Das stimmungsvolle «Wiähnachtsdörfli bim Grichtshuus» mit 20 Markthäuschen, festlicher Beleuchtung und gemütlicher Weihnachtsatmosphäre.

The setting for this wonderful event is Switzerland’s largest cloister—the more than 800-year-old All Saints’ Cloister in Schaffhausen.

Am 12. und 13. Dezember verwandelt sich der Peter-Kaiser-Platz in ein festlich leuchtendes Winterdorf.

Carnival clubs, Guggen bands, witches, float builders, and Böögge—are you ready for the Schaffhausen Carnival?

The traditional Wiler Fastnacht starts on Wednesday and ends on Sunday with the big carnival parade through the town. Children's masked ball, court jester's ball, monster concert & endless parties.

To the 5th season

A visit to the Altstätter Fasnacht is a special experience.

Gidio Hosestoss parade followed by carnival activities

Gidio Hosestoss parade followed by carnival activities

Gidio Hosestoss parade followed by carnival activities

A Colorful Carnival Parade and a Cool Party

Neuhauser Carnival 2027

The 5th Season is just around the corner! Come on over, you Böögge, fools, witches, clowns, and other funny characters!

Immer am dritten Sonntag vor Ostern werden in Appenzell grosse Feuerstösse aufgeschichtet und angezündet, um damit den Winter zu vertreiben.

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

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