Events

The Strassenfest – Street Festival Grindelwald takes place from 1 July – 12 August 2026. Strassenfest – Street Festival Grindelwald The main street is closed from 8pm until midnight and road traffic makes way for trestle tables and benches. Live bands from different music genres play in front of the local bars. The village clubs […]

On 5 July 2026 the Ironman Switzerland takes place. Ironmen Switzerland – Thun Athletes from over 60 countries will compete again at Ironman Thun. First it goes to the swim in the clear Lake Thun. Then the cycle and running track leads along the lake and through the middle of Oldtown of Thun. A special […]

The Thunerseespiele will take place from 8 July to 22 August 2026. Thunerseespiele On the stage of the Thunerseespiele this year the musical “Der Glöckner von Notre Dame” will be performed. For many years now, Lake Thun has provided the stage setting for musical productions. Experience the Thunerseespiele and a wonderful summer evening under the backdrop […]

The Eiger Ultra Trail will take place from 15 to 19 July 2026. Eiger Ultra Trail – 101 km of magnificent mountain panorama The Ultra Trail in Grindelwald is being held for the 11th time. The longest distance is 101 kilometres with 6700 metres of altitude. With various stage locations such as Grosse Scheidegg, Faulhorn, […]

From 25 July to 5 September 2026 the Tellspiele Interlaken will take place. Tellspiele Interlaken – Wilhelm Tell goes Robin Hood! What happens in the Rugenwald forest on the Tellspiel site in Matten? Arrows whizz through the air, heroes fight bravely, love blossoms, and it all takes place on the magnificent open-air stage. After more […]

Thun Festival takes place from 7 to 9 August 2026. Thun Festival Thun Festival offers visitors an eclectic and colourful three-day programme. The city centre is transformed into various sectors with culinary offerings, music, dance and a raft of other activities and attractions. A great atmosphere and interesting encounters are assured. Thun Festival is a […]

The Eiger Bike Challenge will take place in Grindelwald on 8 and 9 August 2026. Eiger Bike Challenge Grindelwald The Bike Race in Grindelwald has become a permanent fixture in the summer sports programme. On Saturday, the children and young people are on their way with their various distances. On Sunday the big race starts. […]

The Inferno Triathlon takes place 14 – 16 August 2026. Inferno Triathlon The Triathlon, with its ascent of 5500 metres, is one of the toughest in the world and already ranks as a classic. For athletes as well as carers and spectators the event is a unique nature experience. Because the beautiful scenery of Eiger, […]

The OHA Thun takes place from 28 August to 6 September 2026. OHA Thun The Bernese Oberland Autumn Fair OHA is an annual public fair. Since 1960, the event has provided an interesting platform for exhibitors, special exhibitions and shows, culinary delicacies and a varied entertainment programme. The OHA motto is to offer a carefully […]

The Grindelwalder Buuresunntig takes place on 30 August 2026. Grindelwalder Buuresunntig The day starts with a generous breakfast spread in the festival marquee. In addition to popular entertainment, local handicrafts and customs, Grindelwald’s seven mountain communities are also present. Specialities from the village and surrounding areas can be tasted and bought at the different market […]