Festivals in Switzerland: concerts, arts, comedy and outdoor events

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NextWawe Opening Night

Friday, 27 November - 21:00

Salle Communale de Nyon

From 13.-

Unveil the excitement of NextWawe with an electrifying Opening Night—where cutting-edge music, immersive art, and unforgettable performances collide. Join us for a night of innovation and celebration.

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Festival WFC Léman 2026

Friday, 14 May - 19:00

Salle communale de plainpalais - Geneva

From 50.-

Experience the vibrant heart of Brazil at Festival WFC Léman 2026! Live concerts, DJs, dance workshops, and Europe’s biggest Forró Jack and Jill competition await March 27–29.

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Fête de la Bière 2027

From Thu, 3 to Sun, 6 June

Fête de La Bière - La Chaux-de-Fonds

From 39.-

Discover the ultimate beer festival in 2026 with live tastings, craft brews, and lively entertainment—book your table now for an unforgettable experience!

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Last chance

Moncef Genoud & Seamus Blake / Hilary Kole & Misha Piatigorsky / AktAndo

Friday, 25 September - 16:00

Château de Rolle

From 70.-

Rolle Jazz Fest brings the NY jazz scene to Lake Geneva with breathtaking acts: Moncef Genoud & Seamus Blake’s electrifying duo, Hilary Kole’s soulful vocals, and AktAndo’s fusion of jazz and Latin rhythms—all under the...

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VENDREDI SOIR

Friday, 29 January - 19:00

Villaggio Carnevale Lingera - Roveredo GR

From 28.-

Join us for a lively village celebration kicking off Carnevale Lingera with vibrant energy and festive fun—perfect for bringing the community together!

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JEUDI SOIR

Saturday, 30 January - 19:00

Villaggio Carnevale Lingera - Roveredo GR

From 28.-

Join us for a lively village celebration kicking off Carnevale Lingera with vibrant energy and festive fun—perfect for bringing the community together!

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3 DAY PASS

Thursday, 28 January - 19:00

Villaggio Carnevale Lingera - Roveredo GR

From 55.-

Join us for a lively village celebration kicking off Carnevale Lingera with vibrant energy and festive fun—perfect for bringing the community together!

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JEUDI SOIR

Thursday, 28 January - 19:00

Villaggio Carnevale Lingera - Roveredo GR

From 10.-

Join us for a lively village celebration kicking off Carnevale Lingera with vibrant energy and festive fun—perfect for bringing the community together!

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Minato Geek - Haru

Sunday, 11 October - 11:00

Salle Marie de Beaucaire - Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie

From 0€

Minato Geek Haru: Dive into anime, comics & gaming on April 12, 2026! Free outdoor village + paid indoor zone with workshops, creators, and immersive pop culture fun by the sea.

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Festival

Saturday, 21 November - 12:00

Martigny Expo - Le Guercet

From 0.-

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Antonio Faraò / Luis Bonilla & Hector Martignon’s Foreign Affair Trio

Saturday, 26 September - 15:30

Château de Rolle

From 35.-

Immerse yourself in jazz magic at Rolle Jazz Fest with Antonio Faraò’s electrifying piano solo and Luis Bonilla & Hector Martignon’s fiery Foreign Affair Trio. A night of world-class talent in a historic lakeside setting.

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Match des étoiles

Sunday, 15 November - 15:00

Salle des Remparts - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 5.-

Casting Kids

Friday, 13 November - 18:30

Salle des Remparts - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 0.-

Match pro

Sunday, 15 November - 17:30

Salle des Remparts - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 14.-

ROCK IN MATHOD 26

Saturday, 14 November - 19:00

Salle communale - Mathod

From 20.-

La Grabière

Saturday, 3 October - 14:00

La gravière à La Roche

From 25.-

Discover La Grabière: an artisanal beer tasting day in a unique setting. Sample local craft brews and enjoy light bites for CHF 25—plus live music from 8 PM.

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On a perdu Kevin

Saturday, 14 November - 18:30

Salle des Remparts - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 14.-

There is alternatives

Saturday, 14 November - 20:30

Salle des Remparts - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 14.-

Fluffy Fest

Saturday, 21 November - 20:00

Le Port Franc - Sion

From 11.-

Last chance

Festival Salvavita

Saturday, 26 September - 09:00

Via San Quirico - Minusio

From 20.-

Wine & Vintage

Saturday, 3 October - 14:00

Domaine St Amour, Chenaux - Bourg-en-Lavaux

From 13.-

Vintage lovers, join us at Domaine Saint-Amour for WINE & VINTAGE Edition 2! Sip, dance, and explore Lavaux’s charm with early-bird tickets at 13 CHF.

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Nuit d'Horreur 2026

Saturday, 31 October - 21:00

Salle Polyvalente, Chalais - Réchy

From 10.-

Le 31 octobre, la Nuit d’horreur est LE festival qui réunit plus de 1'500 personnes avec 6 heures de folie qui passent bien trop vite, des DJs pour une ambiance musicale unique, une infinité de boissons et nourriture à petit...

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Train Spritz avec Crodino

Friday, 25 September - 18:30

MiNi-Train Pully

From 17.-

SATURDATE — LE RETOUR DES VRAIES RENCONTRES

Saturday, 3 October - 21:00

Halles de l'Ile - Geneva

From 25.- / 27€

NECTAR WOODE / CHELAN

Wednesday, 28 October - 20:30

Les Jumeaux Jazz Club - Lausanne

From 35.-

ISAIAH COLLIER PLAYS COLTRANE

Thursday, 29 October - 19:00

BCV Concert Hall - Lausanne

From 40.-

NATE SMITH / JOHN BEASLEY & HEMU JAZZ ORCHESTRA

Thursday, 29 October - 20:00

Casino de Montbenon / Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 65.-

JOE ARMON-JONES / MISS C-LINE

Thursday, 29 October - 20:30

Les Jumeaux Jazz Club - Lausanne

From 45.-

MILENA CASADO

Friday, 30 October - 19:00

BCV Concert Hall - Lausanne

From 30.-

KURT ROSENWINKEL / FRANÇOIS LINDEMANN & ALVIN QUEEN

Friday, 30 October - 20:00

Casino de Montbenon / Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 65.-

NUBIYAN TWIST / ACE ROSS

Friday, 30 October - 21:00

Les Jumeaux Jazz Club - Lausanne

From 40.-

TRIO GRANDE

Saturday, 31 October - 19:00

BCV Concert Hall - Lausanne

From 35.-

MOMOKO GILL

Wednesday, 28 October - 19:00

BCV Concert Hall - Lausanne

From 30.-

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HIROMI TRIO PROJECT / THE JAZZ TRIO

Saturday, 31 October - 20:00

Casino de Montbenon / Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 70.-

KENNY BARRON "SONGBOOK"

Sunday, 1 November - 17:00

Casino de Montbenon / Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 65.-

IMMANUEL WILKINS QUARTET

Tuesday, 27 October - 20:00

Casino de Montbenon / Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 55.-

EMMA SMITH / ELINA DUNI & ROB LUFT

Wednesday, 28 October - 20:00

Casino de Montbenon / Salle Paderewski - Lausanne

From 55.-

Last chance

SHAMBALLA

Saturday, 26 September - 09:00

Pavillon des Mangettes - Monthey

From 35.-

Diptyque

Friday, 13 November - 20:30

Salle des Remparts - La Tour-de-Peilz

From 14.-

Rencontre avec Pierre-Luc Granjon

Saturday, 3 October - 16:00

Alhambra Genève - Geneva

From 0.-

L'Open : Festival des Possibles

Saturday, 9 January - 09:00

MyExpo à Martigny - Le Guercet

From 0.-

Last chance

Omri Mor & Christos Rafalides / Nowhere Jazz Quintet / Jazz Passage

Thursday, 24 September - 18:00

Château de Rolle

From 30.-

Omri Mor & Christos Rafalides blend jazz with Mediterranean fusion, while Nowhere Jazz Quintet electrifies with Latin-inspired improvisation. Sunset lake-view jazz kicks off this genre-defying evening at Rolle Jazz Fest’s...

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Speed Meeting du Bénévolat 2026

Thursday, 15 October - 17:30

Salle communale de Plainpalais - Geneva

From 0.-

VIRAGES 303 - Vol.1

Friday, 20 November - 23:00

Bâtiment Onix - Meyrin

From 15.- / 16€

REVERSE - On ne vieillit pas, on rembobine.

Saturday, 10 October - 21:00

Halles de l'Ile - Geneva

From 16.-

HABIBISCO FESTIVAL #2

Saturday, 21 November - 21:00

Bâtiment Onix - Meyrin

From 25.- / 27€

UniBackParty 2026

Saturday, 10 October - 23:00

UniDufour - Geneva

From 22.-

Join us on Oct 10 for UniBackParty 2026! The ultimate back-to-school event by UniParty open to everyone. Get ready for an amazing vibe at UniDufour from 11 PM to 5 AM. Don't miss out !

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Snarky Puppy - Opening act to be confirmed

Thursday, 8 April - 20:30

Cully Jazz Festival - Chapiteau - Bourg-en-Lavaux

From 69.-

Snarky Puppy s’est imposé depuis plus de 20 ans comme un collectif incontournable de la musique instrumentale. À la croisée du jazz, du funk, de la soul et des musiques du monde, le groupe cultive un son en perpétuelle évolution.

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Programme MA 間 en collaboration avec la Bibliothèque de la Cité

Saturday, 3 October - 18:00

Alhambra Genève - Geneva

From 0.-

Repas des bénévoles Migros 2026

Saturday, 14 November - 19:00

Migros La Combe Nyon

From 0.-

1er Festival laineux de Suisse romande - 4ème édition

From Sat, 17 to Sun, 18 October

CUBE/Beausobre - Morges

From 10.-

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Espace maquillage

From Mon, 24 to Thu, 27 August

Place des mômes - Village des mômes - 6 - Le Grand-Bornand

From 3€

Discover magical face transformations with professional makeup artists at the festival! Glittering butterflies, colorful clowns, and shimmering fairies await—open to all, 3€, book ahead for guaranteed spots.

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Atelier Dessin & détournement d’objets - Serge Bloch

From Mon, 24 to Tue, 25 August

Tente à lire - Village des mômes - 8 - Le Grand-Bornand

From 0€

Unleash your creativity! Transform objects into characters—draw, twist, and breathe life into wild ideas with renowned artist Serge Bloch. Kids 8+ welcome, 24–25 Oct 10–12 am.

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"Le Jardin musical" - Étienne Favre

From Mon, 24 to Thu, 27 August

Place l'illustre famille Burattini - Pré aux vaches - 16 - Le Grand-Bornand

From 0€

Discover Étienne Favre’s whimsical giant musical instruments—guitar-shaped bikes and flute wheels—at this enchanting festival. Open to all, 24–27 [Month] 10am–7pm, Pass-festival required.

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"Bestiaire Alpin" Place des mômes - Théâtre de La Toupine

From Tue, 25 to Wed, 26 August

Place des mômes - Village des mômes - 6 - Le Grand-Bornand

From 0€

Parents play while kids ride! A whimsical wooden carousel with Alpine animals comes to life through music and storytelling. Free entry with festival pass.

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"Le Chantier" - Festijeux & Cie

From Mon, 24 to Thu, 27 August

Place nomade - Village nomade - 13 - Le Grand-Bornand

From 0€

Explore hands-on fun at Festival Chantier! Kids 3+ dig in with excavators, wheelbarrows & safety gear—daily play sessions with festival access.

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Atelier Objets préférés & souvenirs

Wednesday, 26 August - 14:00

Tente à lire - Village des mômes - 8 - Le Grand-Bornand

From 0€

Creative writing workshop for kids 8+ to explore sentimental objects & craft heartfelt stories with acclaimed author Sarah Turoche-Dromery.

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La Source

From Mon, 24 to Thu, 27 August

La Source - Pré aux vaches - 22 - Le Grand-Bornand

From 0€

Discover playful freedom in a magical alpine garden! Cooperative games, farm animals, and giant play structures await families (ages 2+) from Aug 24–27 (10 AM–6 PM).

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"Mandala géant participatif" - Association Ide-ô

From Tue, 25 to Wed, 26 August

La Source - Pré aux vaches - 22 - Le Grand-Bornand

From 0€

Join us for a family workshop blending nature and art at La Source! Create a giant mandala with natural elements—fun for all ages. Open to everyone, May 25-26, 10:30 AM-4:30 PM.

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Parcours de l'Art Vache

From Sun, 23 to Thu, 27 August

Partout où vous ne l'attendez pas, Au gré du festival - Le Grand-Bornand

From 0€

Discover an unexpected herd of artistic surprises celebrating quirky ruminants—free to explore anytime, anywhere! Plan your visit at the tourism office.

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