In the land of celebrations, festivals and events

Vaudois festival know-how is recognised throughout Switzerland and even beyond

Swiss festival capital

Some traditional events - carnivals or “Brandons”, harvesting festivals, désalpes, etc. have been held for centuries. More recent but a must: the music festivals attract a faithful public for whom the beginning of ticket sales is already an event in itself.

365 days of celebration

Gone are the days when the return of the warmer season was eagerly awaited to be go out! The canton of Vaud is breaking all the codes by offering festivals throughout the year. Although gourmet events remain associated with the fresh flavours of spring and autumnal delights, taste buds in search of that rare flavour always find something to delight them. Although the athletes put their skis away at the beginning of spring, they continue to perform during jogging and cycling competitions.

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Top events

Sports, culture, music, traditions... This is our selection of not-to-be-missed events this year. Whatever the topic, they guarantee great discoveries and memorable encounters in the cities, the countryside and the mountain resorts.

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Gastronomic events

The canton of Vaud is a land of plenty that is an expert in highlighting its gastronomic specialties during gourmet events. All senses come alive, and the discovery of landscapes is often part of the programme.

Cultural events

Culture is celebrated in the canton of Vaud! Various events in the field of music, dance, theatre or other arts bring together connoisseurs and the curious. The choice is vast and everyone finds something suitable in each season.

The traditional festivals

Alphorns, cow processions costumes, arts and crafts: all these aspects of our heritage are inseparable from the traditional festivals of the canton of Vaud. These preserved customs take place throughout the year to the delight of all.

Events for the whole family

In the canton of Vaud, children are welcome at all types of celebrations. Kids especially appreciate the carnivals and their confetti, the multi-coloured flower shows and, above all, the Festival in the Land of Children, in the Pays-d’Enhaut, which combines theatre, music and workshops for children.

Winter celebrations

Laughs, songs, delights: the emotions promised by the Vaudois events make you want to go out, even in winter! Music and mountain sports, the arts and town markets: there’s something to suit everyone's taste.

Sports events

The number of sports events in the canton of Vaud reflects athletes’ interest in this region. Throughout the year, an enthusiastic crowd cheers on competitors of all levels and from all disciplines.

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