Shows, events and activities in the canton of Fribourg

Abonnement général

Saturday, 4 July - 19:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 320.-

SOLOMON FOX

Saturday, 14 November - 20:30

La Spirale - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 26.-

Solomon Fox brings soulful jazz and modern vibes to La Spirale—raw, emotive live performance with a voice that captivates. A must-see for fans of fresh, soul-stirring music.

Concerts

Materia Botanica: journée d'exploration et mise sous presse

Sunday, 5 July - 09:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 50.- / 50€

Explore Fribourg’s flora with hands-on plant identification, harvesting, and pressing—ideal for beginners or botanical enthusiasts. Choose from half-day sessions to full workshops, with all materials included.

Workshops and courses

Upper Extremity Rehabilitation for Rock Climbers: Assessment, Load Management, and Return to Performance

Saturday, 27 June - 08:00

Cabinet Movare - La Tour-de-Trême

From 600.-

Climbers return to peak performance with expert-led rehab for upper extremity injuries—learn assessment, load management, and safe return protocols for injury-free climbing.

Training courses

Crazy Diner Show 2026

From Thu, 5 November to Thu, 31 December

Cirque de Corcelles - Corcelles-près-Payerne

From 38.-

Discover Crazy Diner Show 2026: a dazzling fusion of gourmet dining and live entertainment in Corcelles. Savor exquisite meals while immersed in electrifying performances blending dance, song, and surprise!

Culture and shows

Materia Botanica: Mise en forme de l'herbier

Sunday, 9 August - 09:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 50.- / 50€

Transform dried plants into a unique herbier—learn pressing, arranging, and crafting in hands-on sessions. Choose from half-day or full-day workshops in Fribourg city center.

Workshops and courses

Spectacle de cirque

From Sun, 8 to Sun, 29 November

Cirque de Corcelles - Corcelles-près-Payerne

From 29.-

Blast into the 80s with a high-energy circus show featuring acrobatics, aerial stunts, and retro hits. A dazzling, explosive experience for all ages!

Theatre and performing arts

Cuisiner comme à la maison

Saturday, 19 September - 10:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 120.- / 120€

Cook together in a cozy hands-on workshop—simple, seasonal recipes with local ingredients. Limited to 5, includes ingredients & optional market visit. Perfect for food lovers!

Workshops and courses

Cuisiner comme à la maison

Saturday, 31 October - 10:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 120.- / 120€

Cook in a cozy workshop & master quick, vibrant meals with local seasonal ingredients. Limited to 5—join us near Fribourg train station!

Workshops and courses

Cuisiner comme à la maison

Saturday, 21 November - 10:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 120.- / 120€

Cook together in a cozy hands-on workshop—learn to whip up vibrant, seasonal meals with local ingredients in just 3 hours. Limited to 5 spots; all ingredients & tools provided.

Workshops and courses

Last chance

Materia Botanica: introduction et premiers repères

Sunday, 14 June - 15:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 50.- / 50€

Discover the world of plants in this beginner-friendly workshop. Learn to identify common species, practice mindful gathering, and create your first herbarium with expert guidance.

Workshops and courses

Pique-nique de soutien 2026 – Poya 2028 & Centenaire Grevire Tradihyon

Friday, 28 August - 11:30

Espace Gruyère SA - La Tour-de-Trême

From 600.-

Join us for a festive summer picnic on Aug 28, 2026—savor Gruyère flavors, enjoy local grills, and celebrate Estavannens Poya & Grevire Tradihyon’s 100th anniversary with games, drinks, and networking. Limited spots!

Culture and shows

Forum Producteur sur la gestion numérique des exploitations agricoles

Wednesday, 5 August - 13:00

La Ferme de Chautems Vully - Mont-Vully

From 0.-

Discover how digital tools can transform farming at the Forum Producteur—a hands-on gathering for producers to share solutions and explore the future of agriculture. Join us August 5, 2026, at Ferme Chautems Vully.

Walks and visits

Université d'automne EEG - 2026

Friday, 13 November - 08:00

Hôtel Cailler - Val-de-Charmey

From 60.-

Join the Autumn EEG University 2026 for cutting-edge neurophysiology training and networking with experts in epilepsy and brain diagnostics.

Training courses

Charbonnage

Wednesday, 12 August - 13:00

Autigny

From 500.-

Learn the ancient art of charcoal making with expert Henri Geissbülher. Hands-on workshop from meule assembly to harvesting, August 12–22 (ages 14+).

Training courses

Merci Johnny

Friday, 21 August - 19:30

Bouloz - Le Flon

From 77.-

Relive Johnny Hallyday’s legendary hits with Merci Johnny—a dazzling concert and dinner homage in Giron de Porsel 2026! Pure energy, unforgettable vibes.

Concerts

Full

Zone D Start-up - FRI-COS 2026

Saturday, 13 June - 10:00

Forum Fribourg, Route du Forum 3, 1700 Fribourg - Granges-Paccot

From 195.-

Secure a premium spot at FRI-COS 2026! Strategic Zone D start-up for emerging brands—8 limited stands with networking, power, and VIP support. Book now before spaces fill up.

Exhibitions and museums

Last chance

Billets visiteurs - FRI-COS 2026

Saturday, 13 June - 09:00

Forum Fribourg, Route du Forum 3, 1700 Fribourg - Granges-Paccot

From 15.-

Unlock a day of beauty at FRI-COS 2026! Enjoy full salon access on June 13-14, plus a 15 CHF shopping voucher—your entry pays for itself. Premium goodies & expert consultations included.

Exhibitions and museums

Semaine de vie sauvage entre adultes dans les Gastlosen - Fribourg - Suisse

Monday, 29 June - 11:30

Im Fang

From 160.- / 160€

Immerse in Fribourg’s wild Gastlosen with a week of primitive survival skills—cooking wild edibles, crafting tools, and mastering fire by hand. Vegetarian, hands-on adventure awaits.

Workshops and courses

Ecstatic Dance Bulle @ Vibrance Bulle (FR)

From Fri, 15 May to Fri, 18 December

Salle Vibrance Bulle - La Tour-de-Trême

From 20.-

Join the Ecstatic Dance in Bulle—dance freely, connect deeply, and find inner balance in a sacred, alcohol-free space. Sacred cacao, immersive music, and barefoot movement await!

Dance

Mam's Night Spéciale Anniversaire

Thursday, 18 June - 19:30

La Fabrick - Châtel-Saint-Denis

From 0.-

Celebrate our 1st anniversary Mam’s Night with free entry, a drink on us, and a prize draw! Dance & party on June 18 at La Fabrick, Châtel-St-Denis—limited spots!

Dance

20 Heures de Musiques - Romont

Saturday, 19 September - 06:00

Romont

From 10.-

20 Hours of Nonstop Music in Romont’s historic heart! Enjoy 45-minute concerts across multiple venues from 6 AM to midnight—plus a gourmet brunch with live music. Early Bird tickets available until April 2026.

Concerts

Opéra de l'Impératrice - Ottone 18.07.2026

Saturday, 18 July - 19:30

Abbatiale de Payerne

From 30.-

Immerse yourself in Handel’s Ottone HWV 15, a grand Baroque opera seria with stellar cast & Capella Paterniacensis. Open-air drama in 1723—rain? Postponed or concert indoor.

Classical music

Opéra de l'Impératrice - Ottone 14.07.2026

Tuesday, 14 July - 19:30

Abbatiale de Payerne

From 25.-

Baroque masterpiece Ottone by Handel comes alive in an open-air opera with Capella Paterniacensis and star soloists. 14 Jul 2026, Abbey Castle courtyard.

Classical music

Alister et moi - La Compagnie du Carreau

From Fri, 13 to Sat, 28 November

CO Sarine Ouest / Avry-sur-Matran

From 20.-

Lumières d'Italie : Vivaldi et Händel

Saturday, 26 September - 20:00

Eglise des Cordeliers - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Rautavaara : Missa a capellaNystedt : Stabat Mater Choeur de Chambre de l'Université de Fribourg

Classical music

Ôrires Stand'up

Saturday, 24 October - 20:00

Nant Salle Polyvalente - Mont-Vully

From 38.-

Bénichon des Entreprises Lions Club Fribourg Ln'G - Jeudi 11 septembre 2025

Thursday, 10 September - 11:30

Restaurant de La Croix-Blanche - Le Mouret

From 150.-

Le Lions Club Fribourg Ln'G reconnaît ses attaches régionales et a décidé, en 2008, de joindre l'utile à l'agréable en organisant une Bénichon en faveur d'une bonne œuvre. Profitez de cette occasion unique pour réunir vos...

Workshops and courses

ATRIUM + SORTIES DE RÉSIDENCES

Saturday, 27 June - 18:30

Part-Dieu - Gruyères

From 30.-

« Atrium » est un trio de jazz et de musique improvisée qui trouve son équilibre autour du dialogue guitare-basse-batterie. Il propose un répertoire et un univers variés qui plongent l’auditeur tantôt dans des mélodies suaves...

Concerts

BRUNCH DE LA PART-DIEU

Sunday, 28 June - 12:00

Part-Dieu - Gruyères

From 0.-

ATELIER ENCRE DE CHINE POUR ENFANTS ET FAMILLE

Saturday, 20 June - 09:30

Ancienne chartreuse de la Part-Dieu - Gruyères

From 15.-

ATELIER DE DESSIN ET PEINTURE / VESTIGE

Saturday, 20 June - 09:00

Ancienne chartreuse de la Part-Dieu - Gruyères

From 380.-

ATELIER D'EXPRESSION ET HISTOIRE DE L'ART POUR LES ENFANTS

From Wed, 20 May to Wed, 17 June

Trace-Ecart - La Tour-de-Trême

From 10.-

Unleash creativity with art history for kids 6+. Explore iconic artists through hands-on techniques like painting, collage, and sculpture in a fun, interactive workshop.

Workshops and courses

ATELIER D'INITIATION A LA PERSPECTIVE

Saturday, 27 June - 09:00

Ancienne chartreuse de la Part-Dieu - Gruyères

From 100.-

El Gran Teatro del Mundo

Wednesday, 8 July - 20:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover the grandeur of Spain’s Golden Age with El Gran Teatro del Mundo—a breathtaking choral masterpiece honoring Marie-Thérèse of Austria. Experience Renaissance splendor through Galán, Romero, and more under Julio...

Concerts

Ensemble La Sportelle

Saturday, 11 July - 20:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover Ensemble La Sportelle’s captivating 20th-century masterpieces—from Duruflé to Messiaen—under Nigel Short’s direction, blending purity and innovation in a mesmerizing concert.

Concerts

La Nuova Musica

Sunday, 12 July - 17:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover Baroque Italian masterpieces with La Nuova Musica—Haendel’s timeless oratorio Il trionfo del Tempo performed by stellar singers and conductor David Bates. A breathtaking evening of classical brilliance.

Concerts

Graces & Voices

Sunday, 5 July - 17:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 10.-

Discover the ethereal blend of Gregorian chants and contemporary harmonies in "Graces & Voices," featuring stellar vocalists Amann, Lang, Ivanova, and more under the direction of Adrija Čepaitė & Antanina Kalechyts.

Concerts

Orchestre de chambre fribourgeois et Orchestre de l'HEMU

Monday, 6 July - 20:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover a captivating fusion of chamber and orchestral brilliance featuring Berg’s haunting Violin Concerto and Mahler’s Symphony No. 4, led by Philippe Bach with soloists Felix Froschhammer and Mathilde Louvat.

Concerts

Ensemble Ustatshakirt

Tuesday, 7 July - 17:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover the epic poetry and soulful music of Kyrgyzstan at Ustatshakirt, a mesmerizing fusion of nature-inspired storytelling and traditional melodies.

Concerts

Coro e Orchestra Ghislieri

Saturday, 4 July - 20:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover the breathtaking Baroque Italian masterpieces by Ghislieri Choir & Orchestra. Featuring Vivaldi’s Gloria and Galuppi’s Dixit Dominus, led by maestro Giulio Prandi with outstanding soloists.

Concerts

Ensemble Graindelavoix

Tuesday, 7 July - 20:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover Ensemble Graindelavoix’s Renaissance masterpieces paired with a world premiere by Antoine Gabriel Brun. A stunning fusion of historic and contemporary voices under Björn Schmelzer’s direction.

Concerts

Bachplus

Sunday, 5 July - 20:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover a stunning Baroque masterpiece featuring J. C. Bach’s "Meine Freundin" and Bach’s Cantata 106, performed by a stellar ensemble led by Bart Naessens.

Concerts

Opéra de l'Impératrice - Ottone 17.07.2026

Friday, 17 July - 19:30

Abbatiale de Payerne

From 30.-

Experience the grandeur of Handel’s Ottone in this stunning open-air Baroque opera, featuring Capella Paterniacensis, star countertenors Logan Lopez Gonzalez and Charles Sudan, and a breathtaking setting at Abbey Castle.

Classical music

Ensemble De Caelis

Wednesday, 8 July - 17:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Ensemble De Caelis presents a mesmerizing fusion of medieval, Sufi, and Maronite chants in "Les Thébaïdes," blending ancient spirituality with contemporary art under the visionary direction of Laurence Brisset.

Concerts

Jawa

Thursday, 9 July - 17:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Jawa: A mesmerizing fusion of Syrian Sufi heritage and Mevlevi whirling dances. Experience Aleppo’s spiritual music reimagined in an unforgettable live concert.

Concerts

Les yeux qui grattent

From Wed, 26 to Thu, 27 August

Cinéma Sirius - Châtel-Saint-Denis

From 20.-

Merci Johnny – Circus Show

Friday, 2 October - 20:00

Cirque de Corcelles-Payerne - Corcelles-près-Payerne

From 39.-

Join the dazzling Merci Johnny circus extravaganza! A mesmerizing blend of acrobatics, humor, and jaw-dropping performances—unmissable entertainment for all ages.

Concerts

Rando Célibataires- Les Paccots 30-39 / 40-49 / 50-59 / 60-69

Sunday, 12 July - 11:00

Les Paccots - Parking Les Borbuintze

From 20.-

Discover the thrill of single hiking—explore nature at your own pace with guided trails for all levels. Perfect for adventure seekers and outdoor lovers!

Sport

Materia Botanica au jardin

Thursday, 16 July - 18:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 40.- / 40€

Materia Botanica au jardin

Thursday, 23 July - 18:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 40.- / 40€

Materia Botanica au jardin

Thursday, 30 July - 18:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 40.- / 40€

Materia Botanica au jardin

Thursday, 2 July - 18:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 40.- / 40€

Materia Botanica au jardin

Thursday, 9 July - 18:00

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 40.- / 40€

Opéra de l'Impératrice - Ottone 15.07.2026

Wednesday, 15 July - 19:30

Abbatiale de Payerne

From 25.-

Experience Handel’s masterpiece Ottone in a breathtaking open-air opera at Abbey Castle. Baroque splendor with Capella Paterniacensis, star vocalists, and a gripping 18th-century drama under the stars.

Classical music

Opéra de l'Impératrice - Ottone 11.07.2026

Saturday, 11 July - 19:30

Abbatiale de Payerne

From 30.-

Experience Handel’s majestic Ottone in an open-air Baroque masterpiece at Abbey Castle. Conductor Lionel Desmeules leads stellar soloists under Constance Larrieu’s direction—rain or shine!

Classical music

The Gesualdo Six

Thursday, 9 July - 20:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

The Gesualdo Six presents a breathtaking fusion of Renaissance masterpieces and contemporary works in a stunning concert blending polyphonic beauty with modern compositions. Directed by Owain Park, this unique ensemble...

Concerts

Le Mystère des Voix Bulgares

Friday, 10 July - 17:00

Eglise Saint-Michel - Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Discover the haunting beauty of Bulgaria’s legendary a cappella polyphony—Gancho Gavazov leads a mesmerizing journey through traditional choral harmonies, revealing ancient sounds alive today.

Concerts

Pèlerinage Notre-Dame de la Foi 2026

Saturday, 26 September - 07:30

Fribourg - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

Pèlerinage Notre-Dame de la Foi 2025 Deux jours de marche spirituelle entre Notre-Dame de Fribourg et Notre-Dame des Marches, les 27 et 28 septembre 2025. Le pèlerinage est rythmé par la prière du chapelet, des catéchèses et...

Culture and shows

CATCH IMPRO - Guerre des Gags

Saturday, 27 June - 20:00

La RED - Fribourg - Freiburg

From 0.-

3 duos d'improvisateur·ice·s s'affronteront lors de reprises musclées cadrées par un arbitre intraitable et c'est vous qui déciderez des vainqueurs en votant à l'issue de chaque impro ! Spectacle déconseillé aux moins de 14 ans

Theatre and performing arts