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10 Best Fall Cow Parades in Switzerland (2026)

Where to see the best alpine festivals with where flower-adorned cows parading into villages with markets, music, and alpine traditions.

Switzerland

Christmas in Zürich – Calendar of Events (2025)

Calendar of fun Christmas activities and events in Zurich, including Santa experiences for kids.

Switzerland

Aarau Carrot Market (Rüeblimärt)

What to expect at this one-day carrot festival held each November in Switzerland. Discover what to see and why this colorful market is worth a visit.

Northwest Switzerland

Bern Onion Market Festival (Zibelemärit)

Everything you need to know about visiting the November onion festival in Bern Switzerland, including finding the best onion braids, how to get there, what to eat, and fun traditions.

Northwest Switzerland

12 Magical Light Festivals in Switzerland

Light festivals around Switzerland to visit during the dark nights of winter months from October to February.

Switzerland

Jucker Farm: Pumpkin Festival & Fruit Picking

Tourist farm with lots of fun attractions like fruit picking, animals to feed, apple tree maze and pumpkin festival in the fall.

Eastern Switzerland

Lucerne Lilu Light Festival (2024)

For two weeks in January, light installations are scattered around Lucerne, free to visit. Plus two indoor light and music shows, tickets required.

Switzerland

Räbechilbi – Turnip Lantern Festival

Räbechilbi is a fall tradition where children carve lanterns out of turnips and parade them around the neighborhood. Here’s info about the biggest celebration in Richterswil near Zürich.

Light Ragaz • Interactive light tour through the Tamina Gorge

Evening light show in the narrow river Tamina gorge, with music and stories for children about the elemental spirits that live here.

Eastern Switzerland

16 Free Activities for Kids in Zürich

Ideas for free activities for kids in Zürich, including museums, playgrounds, swimming, biking, nature parks, etc.

Zurich Region

Where to buy Thanksgiving ingredients in Switzerland

Don’t panic! Here’s your guide to shopping for Thanksgiving ingredients in Switzerland and alternatives if you don’t want to cook.

Swiss School Supplies

If you’re confused about what school supplies for Swiss primary school, here are some translations and tips to help your child fit in.

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