Events - Customs and traditions

Autumn market in Lauterbrunnen.

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

Lively market hustle and bustle on Neudorfstrasse.

Celebrate Wolli’s birthday with games, fun, and plenty of surprises for the whole family.

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" !

Geniesse die Baselbieter Genusswoche - ein Fest für alle Sinne.

Federal Folk Music Festival with music performances, parades, markets, entertainment in the marquee, workshops, exhibitions, parade, culinary delights and socializing.

"Rüüdig bayrisch" - that's the Lozärner Oktoberfest at the Lucerne Exhibition Center. This year, a different party band will provide the atmosphere every weekend!

The "Bénichon" is a century-old, traditional Fribourg celebration!

Folkloric festival of Gruyère celebrating the alpine traditions of the canton of Fribourg, highlighting the bredzon (traditional costume).

Numerous local wines to taste, more than 30 culinary specialities, various concerts, around 30 covered stalls, a funfair and its carousels. The children's day, its games, its tombola and its parade.

Historic market stalls, crafts, and many other highlights at the castle.

Originally a major festival celebrating the end of the harvest, the Bénichon is a must-see event in the canton of Fribourg.

One of the largest folk festivals in Zurich

On September 13, 2025, Innertkirchen will celebrate the Alpine cattle drive with a market, music, children’s activities, and the arrival of the cows from Alp Gental and Engstlen. In the evening, there will be live music and dancing in the festival tent.

Hofstetten Alpine Downdrift: On September 12, 2026, the festively decorated cows will make their way back down to the valley—a living tradition filled with music, customs, and a festive atmosphere.

Stroll between market stalls, soak up the autumn atmosphere at Ballenberg and experience our Cantonal Festival – a celebration of the traditions and culture of Northwestern Switzerland.

The most colorful children's culture festival in the world goes into the next round! On September 6 (Stein am Rhein) and from September 12-13 (Schaffhausen), the little ones will discover culture in all its facets.

Les prochaines Journées européennes du patrimoine (JEP) se tiendront les 12 et 13 septembre 2026 sur le thème «En péril ?».

"A Village Full of Bikes"

Ob Gross oder Klein, für jeden ist etwas dabei.

"Architecture Stories" from September 13/14, 2025 throughout Switzerland

Traditional Alpine descent from the Dürrenwald pasture

Feast, enjoy and hike!

This year, European Heritage Days are highlighting the threats facing our cultural heritage.

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

S-chargiada d'Alp - Alpine cattle drive. Reception of the cows and festival in front of the St. Johann monastery in Müstair.

Atmospheric summer markets in the Engadin – featuring lovingly crafted goods and regional delicacies. Ideal for enjoying summer in our mountains.

In Brigels ist der Alpabzug ein echtes Dorffest.

The Désalpe is a folk festival combining music, tradition and traditional know-how!

Mid-September. At the end of summer, it is time to admire the cows herds coming back to the villages from the alpine pastures.

Mid-September. At the end of summer, it is time to admire the cows herds coming back to the villages from the alpine pastures.

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.

Once hearing an alphorn or a Schwyzerörgeli being played in the village – that is Zermatt and its Folklore Music Weeks.

Second edition of the new cultural festival on the theme "Becoming—Being—Passing Away"

Herd descent from the mountain pastures to Caux, canteen and entertainment throughout the day. Schedules : From 11 a.m.