Events in Valais - Sport events

Every summer, at the foot of the Matterhorn, Zermatt plays host to the Matterhorn Ultraks, one of Switzerland's must-see trail events.

The Beach Club and the Crans-Montana Water Ski Club are pleased to announce the great water skiing festival.

Don't miss this world-famous high altitude mountain bike race.

The legendary Grand Raid BCVs is a reference in mountain-bike races and it takes place in the Alps in the region of the Valais.

Do not miss this legendary high-altitude race, renowned worldwide.

A mountain bike race from Verbier to Grimentz at the heart of the Alps.

5 exceptional climbs, 5 regions, 3 weekends: challenge yourself against the giants of Valais!

The SwissPeaks Trail is celebrating its 10th edition in the heart of the Valais Alps. With 8 courses—ranging from the legendary 700 km to 10 km—as well as kids’ races, there’s a challenge for everyone.

A benchmark event in the Swiss cyclosportive calendar, the Tour des Stations links exceptional resorts in the heart of the Valais Alps, with an exceptional gradient.

A prestigious golf tournament featuring four days of intense competition, a Pro-Am, an exclusive VIP experience and the vibrant "Matterhorn Village".

The Swisscycling Alpenbrevet is a cycling marathon and leads over the most beautiful passes in Switzerland. Participants can choose between four different tours, depending on their level.

The Fall Golf Tournament Week will take place at Riederalp.

Ovronnaz – Cabane Rambert Mountain Race

29th Annual Sion National Show Jumping Competition—September 9–13

Wildstrubel by UTMB® takes you on a unique journey through the Swiss Alps, with a variety of race formats.

After another successful edition last year, the Wildstrubel by UTMB returns from September 10 to 13, 2026, to offer you an extraordinary experience in the heart of the Swiss Alps.

Who will manage to beat champion Fabian Cancellara or beat his time?

Mattmark Memorial Mattmark Dam & Erlebnisbank Arena, Saas-Grund The Mattmark Memorial will take place for the 8th time on 12 September 2026.

Feast, enjoy and hike!

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

The Hike and Fly Paragliding Experience in the Aletsch Arena!

Japanisches Weekend in der Briger AltstadtJapanische Kultur und Tradition erleben. Am 10. und 11. Oktober 2026 verwandelt sich die Altstadt von Brig in eine farbenfrohe Festkulisse.

The Jeizibärg run leads from Gampel up to Jeizinen and is part of the Valais Mountain Running Cup and the "Dérupe" combined classification.

The next Rallye International du Valais will take place from October 29 to 31, 2026.

The Anzère special takes place from October 29 to 31

Discover the magical valley blanketed in powder snow and try out skis and splitboards at Lauchernalp.

The best athletes from each nation will compete for the coveted World Champion titles in Crans-Montana.

The International Gommerlauf, a traditional cross-country skiing event, is firmly anchored in the event calendar and will take place for the 54th time on February 21 & 22, 2026.

On March 6, 2027, time will be turned back on the Rosswald. Then it's time to ski like in your grandfather's day!

During these Bike Days, many motorcycles, sales stands and attractions can be admired in the car-free center of Brig.

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

Classic Running Event at a UNESCO World Heritage Site