Events - Autumn festivals and markets 2026

Royal brisolée on the Tseuzier dam - 1777m.

On the second Saturday in October, young and old meet at the Lonza market in Gampel.

Bellinzona's city center will host numerous stalls displaying alpine cheeses from Ticino and Mesolcina, the fruit of the mountain herdsmen's labors carried out during the summer months on the

Ascona-Locarno Run - 10/11 October 2026 Run along the shores of Lake Maggiore surrounded by the colours of the Ticino autumn: a weekend of sport, beauty and relaxation for everyone.

At the Flax Brachete, the focus is on processing flax together. Once again, flax is riffled, broken, hackled, spun and a joyful celebration is held.

Traditioneller Markt- und Ausstellungstag der Südbündner Bauernvereine: Marktstrasse mit landwirtschaftlichen Produkten, Rinderausstellung, Pferdepunktierung und vieles mehr.

The annual St. Gallusmarkt is a popular event that delights young and old alike. The scent of garlic, candy floss, caramel, cinnamon and many other delicacies fills the air.

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.

On October 17, there will be a variety of Swiss cheese specialties to discover on Kapellplatz in Lucerne!

The event celebrates the style, passion, and beauty of art in motion, transforming the city center into an elegant open-air salon where classic cars take center stage.

Come to the 32nd edition of the Chestnut Festival in Fully from October 17th to 18th!

Chabishoblete

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

Traditionsanlass vor herrlicher Alpenkulisse.

Erntedankfest auf dem schönsten Dorfplatz der Schweiz.

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

The Zuger Filmtage celebrate their anniversary!

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

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!

Traditional parade

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.

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

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

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.

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!

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

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

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.

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.

Wine isn't just a drink, it's an experience, a passion that can be shared with the people you love, bringing together the most passionate of enthusiasts.

The truffle and its unique aroma will be back on the weekend of 15-16 November 2025 in Murten. Come and meet the 22 exhibitors and let yourself be enchanted by this product of excellence.

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