Events: Customs, Market in Lucerne – Lake Lucerne

This summer, Robin Briker will once again be playing his alphorn in Andermatt

Enjoy a wonderful evening of Swiss folklore.

Hobby market on the Marbachegg with regional exhibitors, lovingly handmade products, creative gift ideas and a cozy market atmosphere from 11.00 am.

Zwischen April und Oktober findet jeden Freitagmorgen auf dem idyllischen Sagenplatz in Einsiedeln ein stimmungsvoller Wochenmarkt mit regionalen Frischprodukten statt. Ein Ort zum Verweilen

Fresh and canned food from Engelberg and the region. 08.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. at the Dorfstrasse in front of the Obwaldner Kantonalbank. www.markt-engelberg.ch

On select Saturdays, Gotthardstrasse becomes a traffic-free shared space. Look forward to culinary delights, music, regional specialties, and a varied program of events.

Der Buuremärt ist jeden Samstagvormittag Treffpunkt von frischen, saisonalen und regionalen Köstlichkeiten, die vom Hof direkt zum Kauf angeboten werden.

The weekly market always takes place on Saturdays.

The Mythen Adventure Region invites you to a public folklore evening.

Urchiges BBQ mit grosser Auswahl und live Feuerwerk

Traditionelles Volksmusikkonzert zum 1. August mit Jodel, Kapelle, Alphorn, Fahnenschwingen und Orgel, am 31. Juli 2026

Celebrate National Day on the Stoos against a breathtaking mountain backdrop.

Die Bundesfeier findet dieses Jahr am Freitag, 31. Juli 2026 bei Schönwetter im Kurpark und bei Schlechtwetter auf dem Schulhausplatz statt.

Beachparty am 31.07.2026 am Ufer des Vierwaldstättersees mit gemütlicher Atmosphäre, guter Musik und feinem Essen.

The organizing committee looks forward to welcoming you all to Europaplatz on July 31, when we’ll once again raise a toast together to celebrate Switzerland’s birthday.

Swiss National Day Celebration in Merlischachen

A two-day festival awaits you with musical entertainment, lots of culinary delights and a gigantic fireworks display over Lake Lucerne.

On select Saturdays, Gotthardstrasse becomes a traffic-free shared space. Look forward to culinary delights, music, regional specialties, and a varied program of events.

The Mythen Adventure Region invites you to a public folklore evening.

7.00 a.m. Wake-up call with the Alphorn quartet Surental From 11.00 a.m. Start of the traditional village festival with food stalls, booths, stalls, and attractions for the whole family 11.00 a.m.

Federal celebration on the Marbachegg with musical entertainment, bonfire and delicious specialties from the evening menu - including free gondola ride from 5.00 pm.

Celebrate Swiss National Day in Sarnen with a spectacular fireworks display.

09.30 a.m.: Ceremonial address: Erika Rohrer, Director Residenz Am Schärme & Hotel Kurhaus am Sarnersee Mass: Brother Klausen Chaplain Ernst Fuchs

August Brunch

1st August Älplerzmorge on the Marbachegg with a rich buffet, rösti & fried eggs, regional specialties and musical entertainment - incl. cable car ride.

Experience August 1st on the Queen of the Mountains. With high-altitude bonfires and delicious Swiss specialties in the mountain inns.

Our recipe for a successful August 1st.

Celebrate August 1 with culinary highlights and lively live music.

Experience the August 1st fireworks on Lake Lucerne in a kayak. You'll be amazed on this tour!

Daily Special on the National Holiday at Salwideli

Celebrate August 1 at the Klewenalp-Stockhütte: Alpine panoramas, fresh mountain air, a sense of community—and, weather permitting, a festive bonfire to round off the day.

Mit dem Rütli, der Wiege der Schweiz, vor der Haustür, öffnet das Schweizerische Nationalmuseum in Schwyz am 1. August gratis die Türen zu den Ausstellungen «Entstehung Schweiz» und «Tourismus.

The Exclusive August 1 Celebration at the Casineum Lucerne

Risotteria mit Festwirtschaft auf dem Unterlehn, betrieben durch die Nächstenliebe Altdorf. Mit den Einnahmen werden die Vereinsaktivitäten rund um Samichlaus und Fasnacht finanziert.

Every year, the Rigi Railways celebrate the Rigi Historic XXL Days on Whit Sunday and August 1st.

Four brothers from Küssnacht am Rigi play mainly traditional Central Swiss style, but also light music when required - for over 40 years at events, weddings, pubs and on cruises.