Events in Valais - Customs and traditions

Friends of folkloric sounds, pay attention: At the beginning of September, Leukerbad invites you to the Folklore Festival.

Truly delicious, spicy and irresistible! The Nostalgic Culinary Mile turns back the clock and presents the life and food of yesteryear!

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

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

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

Feast, enjoy and hike!

Church consecration Ferdem with parade of the Herrgottsgrenadiere.

Experience the original form of Hornussen—with “Inschi Choscht, inschers Handwärch, and inschi Traditione.”

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

Rock Your Serin Downhill Run with Paul Mac Bonvin on Saturday, September 19, 2026

The traditional Alpine descent with the crowning of the Alpine Queen and traditional country music is a highlight.

Join us in celebrating the 20th edition of Temps du Cornalin!

The end of the summer season is the occasion to witness the procession of cows leaving the Tracuit alp for Vercorin.

A visit to the traditional fall market in Turtmann, which attracts numerous visitors every year at the end of September, is always worthwhile.

During three days, the village centre of Saas-Fee is transformed into a large festival area with games and shows for the whole family. Various artists take turns in a cheerful atmosphere.

The Foire du Valais returns for another promising edition from October 2 to 11, 2026.

Royal brisolée on the Tseuzier dam - 1777m.

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.

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

The Simpilär village square awaits you with autumnal culinary delights from Trontano and Simplon Dorf.

The perfect start to the Advent season!

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

Imagine... For six days, the town of Monthey is transformed into an open-air theater, vibrant with color, sound and emotion.

The Sion Carnival is one of the city's biggest annual events.

The Easter market: The scent of garlic, candy floss, caramel, cinnamon and many other treats fills the air. Balloons in all colours and shapes wave in the wind and make children's eyes light up.

Vineyards and wine products, regional specialities, sporting events and other attractions can be discovered along the way.

This free festival is all about fun for the whole family, and is designed with children in mind.

Entertainment, concerts, processions, food and drinks stalls await you throughout the valley to celebrate the National Day!

Entertainment, concerts, processions, food and drinks stalls await you throughout the valley to celebrate the National Day!

Entertainment, concerts, processions, food and drinks stalls await you throughout the valley to celebrate the National Day!

Entertainment, concerts, processions, food and drinks stalls await you throughout the valley to celebrate the National Day!

Entertainment, concerts, processions, food and drinks stalls await you throughout the valley to celebrate the National Day!