Culture

Zurich shines in a very special light at the turn of the year, when five landmarks in the city center are transformed into works of light art. Local artists project dreams and wishes collected from the people of Zurich onto the Grossmünster, Fraumünster, Stadthaus, Stadthausquai, and Opera House. 31.12.2023 - 5pm to 3am 01.01.2024 - […]

The World Snow Festival in Grindelwald is a celebration of icy art, with international artists around the world creating figures and sculptures from three-metre-high blocks of snow. The festival will take place on 13 - 18 January 2025. In keeping with its 40th anniversary, the motto is "Tradition". ​

21 - 28 January 2023 During the last week of January, the whole of Kandersteg turns back the clock: The Belle Epoque comes back to life in wintry nostalgia! Guests and locals alike parade through the snow-covered streets, naturally dressed in period clothing from the turn of the century. In addition to the varied programme, […]

Enjoy the theatrical production in Zurich!

Sechseläuten is a centuries-old tradition to herald the beginning of spring in Zurich. Besides guild members attired in historical costumes, the festival is characterized by music ensembles, horses, flowers, flags, and the Böögg. Nowadays, the Böögg is even the main protagonist: the pyre with the snowman figure on top is set alight when the clock […]

Enjoy the Swiss Comic Con in Basel!

Every year, the Opernhaus Zürich invites everyone to oper für alle. This free, open-air spectacle is an integral part of Zurich’s cultural calendar. Be a part of it when the majestic Sechseläutenplatz is transformed as more than 10,000 spectators come together to take in George Bizet’s masterpiece Carmen, broadcast live from the Opernhaus with a […]

After 50 years, the colorful folk festival returns to Zurich and promises three days full of music and tradition. The program is here

Enjoy a cultural festival at Lake Zurich!

Enjoy the museums in Zurich during the night!

Enjoy the biggest pop culture and gaming festival in Switzerland!

Enjoy a great play in Zurich!

Enjoy the musical in Basel!

01.11.2024 – 23.03.2025 @MAAG Halle| MAAG Moments | Billy Elliot

Experience a unique moment celebrating 30 years of magic, emotions and festivities! On scintillating walkways by the lake, you will discover 150 artisans. Their market stalls will charm you with unique gift ideas and delicious specialties.

📆 Nov 21 - Dec 23 ⏰ Mon - Sat: 11 am - 10 pm | Sun: 11 am - 8 pm 🎁 Presents, mulled wine & fondue chalet

Vom 22.11. bis 24.12.2024, Mo bis Fr von 13.25 bis 18.50 Uhr, Sa bis So bereits ab 12.10 Uhr Bellevue, Seite Sechseläutenplatz (Station «Jelmoli Märlitram»). Alle 25 Minuten, ausgenommen So 24.11. (Samichlaus-Umzug), So 15.12. (Silvesterlauf). Kinder von 4 bis 9 Jahren dürfen mitfahren. Der Vorverkauf für die Tickets 2024 beginnt am 15. November und findet […]

As the alpine capital of hot air ballooning, Château-d’Œx has been welcoming balloons from around the world for over 40 years now. The colourful festival takes place over 9 days and includes night shows, balloon flights, sporting competitions and a children's day.

The Zurich Opera House opens its treasure trove, the costume shop (Binzmühlstrasse 210 in Oerlikon), and offers numerous costumes, accessories, masks, hats, wigs and fabrics for sale. Around 3000 costumes on more than 100 costume trolleys from productions performed in recent years, such as Sweeney Todd, Amerika, Barkouf, Land des Lächelns and Monteverdi, are available […]