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Swiss Alpine Festivals 2026: A Guide to Festivities

August 22, 2026 No Comments

Okay, let’s talk about one of the really special traditions in Switzerland: The Alpabzug. It’s that time towards the end of summer, as the air starts getting that crisp mountain feel, when […]

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Things To Do On The Swiss National Day

July 27, 2026 No Comments

If you’re looking for way to celebrate Swiss National Day, I’ve put together a guide packed with fun activities and inspiration to help you make the most of it. From […]

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Swiss Traditions, Zurich

Räbechilbi Richterswil: Canton Zurich’s Enchanting Turnip Lantern Parade

October 14, 2025 No Comments

The Räbechilbi Richterswil is a true highlight of Canton Zurich this season. This annual Turnip Lantern Parade transforms the small town of Richterswil into a spectacular scene of light and […]

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Your Guide To The Christmas Markets in Switzerland 2025

October 8, 2025 No Comments

There is probably nothing I love more than December in Switzerland. The lights, the decoration, Christmas markets everywhere and the aroma of roasted chestnuts and glühwein, cinnamon and ginger bread in […]

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Wine, Wine Events & Harvest Festivals

September 10, 2025 No Comments

One of the best traditions here in Switzerland is the Harvest festivals! Usually celebration the wine harvest season and involves loads of fun wine tasting, colorful flower parades and some […]

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My 2025 Guide to August 1st Celebrations Across Switzerland

June 26, 2025 No Comments

This year, the 1st of August falls on a Friday- how awesome is that?! Giving us a perfect long weekend to enjoy the wide variety of activities and summer vibes! […]

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The Alpine Festivals in Switzerland: A Guide to 2025

April 24, 2025 No Comments

Okay, let’s talk about one of the really special traditions in Switzerland: The Alpabzug. It’s that time towards the end of summer, as the air starts getting that crisp mountain […]

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Foodies, Swiss Traditions

2025: Switzerland’s Cheese Festivals and Events

April 24, 2025 No Comments

There are plenty of cheese fun festivals, markets and events around Switzerland throughout the year! In this post I will attempt to gather them for you in one convenient place. […]

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Swiss Traditions, Zurich

The German-Speaking Wine Cellar Open Days 2025!

April 22, 2025 No Comments

Calling all wine enthusiasts! Get ready for a delightful journey through the picturesque vineyards and welcoming cellars of German-speaking Switzerland during the highly anticipated Open Wine Cellars Days 2025! Dates: […]

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Your Guide To The Christmas Markets in Switzerland 2024

October 28, 2024 2 Comments

Switzerland in December is an enchanting wonderland. The lights, the decoration, Christmas markets everywhere and the aroma of roasted chestnuts and glühwein, cinnamon and ginger bread in the air. And […]

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Wait.. what? Cow racing in Switzerland?? Yes that Wait.. what? Cow racing in Switzerland?? Yes that exists 👀😂 and the upcoming event is going to happen in Flumserberg (Alp Tannenboden) on October 18th and if you look for some more traditional events and info check out my blog at SwissOrMiss.com - the October events are finally postedddd🥰

Word of caution: the race itself is honestly kinda short but it’s pretty funny and there is a cuteee cheese market where you can stock on some regional alpine cheese. Enjoy!
Today at the Jucker farm, getting to see some pump Today at the Jucker farm, getting to see some pumpkins near Zurich 🎃

Pumpkin Fest 2026 | or more accurately: a pumpkin exhibition! This year’s theme is all about traveling 🧳 it’s paid and make sure to get your tickets online cause if you get them on the spot you pay an extra of 3 bucks per ticket
The pumpkin festival in Zurich (or more correct te The pumpkin festival in Zurich (or more correct term I’d say would be exhibition) is right around the corner! 🎃

This year both exhibitions at the Jucker farms are paid, with Bächlihof being a little cheaper and when you get the tickets online you save 3 CHF on each ticket btw, so totally worth it. 

Dates: Bächlihof Sep 12.- Nov 1. (Fee: 8 weekdays, 10 weekends)
Seegräben Sep 19.- oct 25. (Fee: 11 weekdays, 13 weekends)
What’s going on in September in Zurich: Sep 4–5 What’s going on in September in Zurich:

Sep 4–5  Viaduktfäscht
Sep 4–5 Europaallee Fest
Sep 5 Night of the museum
Sep 6  Allianz Tag des Kinos (cinema for 7.- CHF)
Sep 12 Bächlihof Jona pumpkin exhibition
Sep 12  Zürich Cider Festival
Sep 12–14 Knabenschiessen
Sep 13  Kunsthaus Zürich Open Day
Sep 17–27  Zurich Design Weeks
Sep 18–19  24h Opernhaus / Eröffnungsfest
19.9– 25.10  Jucker Farm Pumpkin Exhibition
Sep 19  Fischerdorf Fäscht at Zürihorn
24.9-4.10  Zurich Film Festival
Sep 26–27  Open House Zürich

Anything else I missed?
Heute am SummerDays mit @martini ☀️ soaking up the Heute am SummerDays mit @martini ☀️ soaking up the sun, great music, Bodensee views & italian vibes 🇮🇹

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Where to find Ube in Zurich 💜 do you know other pl Where to find Ube in Zurich 💜 do you know other places?
2026 Gstaad Alpine Festival: also known as the Gst 2026 Gstaad Alpine Festival: also known as the Gstaad Züglete with cows parade decorated with flowers 💐🤩 you can also find allll the info and a summarised list for the upcoming Alpine festivals around Switzerland on my blog at SwissOrMiss.com 🇨🇭
Zurich cheap bites part 1 😍 Eating my way around t Zurich cheap bites part 1 😍 Eating my way around the city, let me know if you want me to show specific places!
A traditional restaurant that you don’t want to mi A traditional restaurant that you don’t want to miss during your visit jn @mendrisiottoturismo in the stunning canton of @ticinoturismo : Grotto Bundi! super authentic, great view and suchhhh a charming family that owns it 🥰 a real 10/10

* Press trip, all opinions are mine
Today in Zurich, the Limmatschwimmen 2026 👀 Today in Zurich, the Limmatschwimmen 2026 👀
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