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Carnival of Bern
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from March 7, 2030 to March 9, 2030 in Bern, Switzerland.The Carnival of Bern (Bärner Fasnacht) is the third largest Carnival in Switzerland. It was officially established in 1982 -
Lucerne Carnival
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 28, 2030 to March 4, 2030 in Lucerne, Switzerland.The Lucerne Carnival is one of the largest Carnival celebrations in Switzerland. It starts on the Thursday before the beginning of Lent -
Carnival of Basel
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from March 10, 2025 to March 12, 2025 in Basel, Switzerland.The Carnival of Basel is the largest carnival celebration in Switzerland. Unusually, it begins on the Monday after Ash Wednesday -
Zurich Film Festival
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from October 3, 2024 to October 13, 2024 in Zurich, Switzerland.The Zurich Film Festival is one of the largest film festivals in Zurich. It has been held annually since 2005 -
Zürcher Theater Spektakel
in the category "Cultural Festivals". Takes place from August 15, 2024 to September 1, 2024 in Zurich, Switzerland.The Zürcher Theater Spektakel is an annual performing arts festival held in Zurich, Switzerland. It is one of the largest cultural events in the country -
Zurich Street Parade
in the category "Parades". Takes place August 10, 2024 in Zurich, Switzerland.The Zurich Street Parade is the most famous rave party in Europe. It attracts about 1 million people from around the world each year -
Locarno Film Festival
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from August 7, 2024 to August 17, 2024 in Locarno, Switzerland.The Locarno Film Festival is one of the world's most prestigious film festivals (so-called A-list festivals). It is held in Locarno, Switzerland -
Mobile Motion Film Festival
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from August 1, 2024 to May 1, 2025 in Zurich, Switzerland.The Mobile Motion Film Festival is an annual international film festival focused on digital filmmaking. It is held in Zurich, Swizterland -
Verbier Festival
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from July 19, 2024 to August 4, 2024 in Verbier, Switzerland.The Verbier Festival is an annual classical music festival held in the mountain village of Verbier, Switzerland. It was founded in 1994 -
Montreux Jazz Festival
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from July 5, 2024 to July 20, 2024 in Montreux, Switzerland.The Montreux Jazz Festival is the second-largest international jazz festival in the world. It has been held in Montreux, Switzerland since 1967 -
Neuchâtel International Fantastic Film Festival
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from July 5, 2024 to July 13, 2024 in Neuchâtel, Switzerland.The Neuchâtel International Fantastic Film Festival is one of the most prestigious film festivals for genre cinema. It is held in Switzerland -
JazzAscona (Ascona Jazz Festival)
in the category "Music Festivals". Takes place from June 20, 2024 to June 29, 2024 in Ascona, Switzerland.JazzAscona, also known as the Ascona Jazz Festival, is a Swiss music festival that focuses on traditional (New Orleans) jazz -
Fumetto
in the category "Conventions". Takes place from March 9, 2024 to March 17, 2024 in Lucerne, Switzerland.Fumetto is an international comic convention held in Lucerne, Switzerland. It has been held each spring since 1992 -
VeggieWorld
in the category "Food Festivals". Takes place from March 9, 2024 to March 10, 2024 in Zürich, Switzerland.VeggieWorld is a series of vegan festivals held in Germany, Switzerland, France, Spain and the Netherlands. It is the largest event of its kind in Europe -
Geneva Book and Press Fair
in the category "Fairs". Takes place from March 6, 2024 to March 10, 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland.The Geneva Book and Press Fair is one of the largest Francophone book fairs in the world. It is held in Switzerland every spring -
Geneva International Jewish Film Festival
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from February 27, 2024 to March 4, 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland.The Geneva International Jewish Film Festival has been held each spring since 2011. It is organized by UK Jewish Film -
Geneva International Motor Show
in the category "Exhibitions". Takes place from February 26, 2024 to March 3, 2024 in Geneva, Switzerland.The Geneva International Motor Show is one of the top 5 auto shows in the world. It was inaugurated in 1905 -
Rabadan Carnival in Bellinzona
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 8, 2024 to February 13, 2024 in Bellinzona, Switzerland.Rabadan is one of the most famous carnival celebrations in Switzerland, it takes place in the city of Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino -
Carnival of Monthey
in the category "Carnivals". Takes place from February 8, 2024 to February 13, 2024 in Monthey, Switzerland.The Carnival of Monthey is the oldest and largest Carnival in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. It begins on the Thursday before Mardi Gras -
St. Moritz Gourmet Festival
in the category "Food Festivals". Takes place from January 29, 2024 to February 3, 2024 in St. Moritz, Switzerland.The St. Moritz Gourmet Festival is one of the longest-running and prestigious events of its kind in Europe. It was founded in 1994 -
International Hot Air Balloon Festival of Château-d’Oex
in the category "Other". Takes place from January 20, 2024 to January 28, 2024 in Château-d’Oex, Switzerland.The International Hot Air Balloon Festival of Château-d’Oex takes place in the Swiss Alps every January. It was founded in 1979 -
Solothurn Film Festival
in the category "Film Festivals". Takes place from January 17, 2024 to January 25, 2024 in Solothurn, Switzerland.The Solothurn Film Festival is considered the most prestigious festival for Swiss film productions. It was inaugurated in 1966 -
Zibelemärit (Bern Onion Market)
in the category "Fairs". Takes place November 27, 2023 in Bern, Switzerland.The Zibelemärit (the Bern Onion Market) is the largest market in Bern, Switzerland. It takes place annually in late November -
Zürich Main Station Christmas Market
in the category "Fairs". Takes place from November 23, 2023 to December 24, 2023 in Zürich, Switzerland.The largest Christmas market in Zürich takes place inside the main hall of the city's main railway station (Zürich Hauptbahnhof)
Switzerland
This country invites you to 32 festivals. They take place in 16 cities and allow to participate in a wide array of events to suit any taste. This country hosts a bunch of extraodrinary festivals and events that can be considered major tourist attractions as tourists from all over the world come to witness them.
With our festival calendar you will learn about the most exciting festivals that take place in Switzerland. Interesting customs and traditions, bright colors and an unforgettable experience are waiting for you!