Events calendar Zurich

A true tradition in Switzerland, the Zurich Carnival, nicknamed Fasnacht by the inhabitants, is a century-old tradition but still as lively as ever. For four days, the city turns into a giant outdoor party, noisy and colourful, with parades, concerts, confetti and outdoor bars! Carnival participants march through the city in extravagant costumes to the sound of the Guggenmusik (carnival bands), as the locals call them. Zug (February), Baden (March) and Winterthur (March) also have their carnival.

It's one of the biggest Latin music festivals in Europe! Tropical South American music sets Helvetiaplatz on fire. The area is cordoned off to make room for the dancers and spectators. An incredible atmosphere! The music and dance goes on, and the tropical sun shines down on Zurich for a few days. The programme includes merengue concerts, national and international DJs and samba dance performances. A large market with 250 stands also offers exotic specialities and drinks.

World-class figure skating stars meet music greats to present a large-scale sound and light show that has entertained crowds every year since 1995.

The Zurich Wine Fair is a highly original event, inviting you to climb aboard 12 boats moored near Bürkliplatz and taste over 4,200 wines from some 30 countries on 5 continents, spread over no fewer than 170 stands! Several restaurants are also open for the occasion. No fewer than 150 professionals from the wine research, production, import and trade sectors (oenologists, sommeliers) will be on hand. Wine lovers won't find anything bigger in Switzerland. Wines come from all over the world, including Swiss wines.

The Zürcher Theater Spektakel is an international theater and performing arts festival that has been held every summer in the Landiwiese Park since 1980. For several weeks from mid-August to the beginning of September, street artists from all over the world take to the stage outdoors to enchant you with their shows. It is one of the most important European festivals of its kind! A must-see event for the whole family if you are visiting Zurich during this period.