Advent Events for Families
Families enjoy a magical time before Christmas with these lovingly organized and child-friendly events.
Read moreLights, cookies, Saint Nicholas and Advent surprises – a thrill of anticipation is in the air: Christmas is coming with all its joy and various activities for families in the Kinderregion.
Christmas events invite kids into a magical world full of music, theater and stories. Or they can let their own imagination run wild and create their very own presents in different places and museums. These and many more offers during December will bring a smile to every child’s face.
Zurich | November 6 – December 30, 2025
Illuminarium
At the Swiss National Museum in Zurich, Yuki the magician dazzles with mischief and illusions, while light shows and culinary delights transport visitors to a winter wonderland.
Zurich | November 6 – December 30, 2025
Rapperswil | November 7 – December 21, 2025
Chalet zum Fondue
In this Christmas wonder world with gourmet forest, ice minigolf, campfire lounge and fondue chalet, families enjoy a beautiful and festive moment.
Rapperswil | November 7 – December 21, 2025
Richterswil | November 8, 2025
Räbechilbi
When the candles in the "Räbenlichter" are lit and the procession begins, the lively town center with market stalls turns into a magical sea of lights.
Richterswil | November 8, 2025
Zurich | November 14, 2025 to January 4, 2026
Christmas and Cribs
Various events and an exhibition of a historic crib with objects from all over Switzerland introduce families to the Swiss Christmas traditions.
Zurich | November 14, 2025 to January 4, 2026
Zurich | November 15 – December 21, 2025
Candle Dipping at Hechtplatz
Making candles at Hechtplatz in Zurich is a long-standing tradition. It’s also a practical activity – handmade’ candles are the perfect gift for grandma and grandpa.
Zurich | November 15 – December 21, 2025
Baden | November 15, 2025 – January 11, 2026
A Calendar with Many Doors
The walk-in Advent calendar showcases the variety of a beloved tradition. A colourful, interactive programme with Christmas carols, fairy tales and baking adds a touch of magic.
Baden | November 15, 2025 – January 11, 2026
Baden | November 19, 2025
Liechterwecke
Watching the children of Baden ring and jingle their little bells as loud as they can is a charming experience. This is part of the ceremony to switch on the Christmas lights in Baden.
Baden | November 19, 2025
Kloten | November 19 – December 7, 2025
Zauberpark at Zurich Airport
Lightshows, yummy treats in the gourmet village, music and theater – during Advent, the Flughafenpark is transformed into a colorful and bright magical world.
Kloten | November 19 – December 7, 2025
Winterthur | November 19 – December 23, 2025
Christmas Alarm at the Detective Agency
Can you save Christmas? The Christmas factories have been sabotaged and it is now up to you to find the culprits. To do this, you must solve a number of puzzles.
Winterthur | November 19 – December 23, 2025
Winterthur | November 20 to December 21, 2025
Outdoor Escape Mission: The Revenge of the Snowman
Armed with a tablet and an action pack, players must solve a series of puzzles to stop Snowman Kasimir on his quest for revenge and prevent Winterthur from sinking into icy chaos.
Winterthur | November 20 to December 21, 2025
Zurich | November 20, – December 23, 2025
The Singing Christmas Tree
The singing Christmas tree is simply enchanting. In Zurich, various choirs from the region offer the best of their Christmas repertoire.
Zurich | November 20, – December 23, 2025
Zurich | November 21, – December 23, 2025
St. Annahof Märlitram
Santa has chauffeured children through the streets of Zurich every Advent for the last 60 years. Little passengers listen to Christmas stories on the beautiful Christmas tram, the Märlitram.
Zurich | November 21, – December 23, 2025
Zürich | November 20 to December 24, 2025
Polar Magic at Zurich Main Statioon
In the Pixel Tunnel at the heart of "Polar Magic", children join Bori the polar bear on a glowing adventure through a magical Christmas world to find the lost letters to Santa Claus.
Zürich | November 20 to December 24, 2025
Baden | November 21 – December 6, 2025
Candle Dipping at Bahnhofplatz
When the scent of beeswax is in the air, kids and adults know: It’s time to dip some candles and make lovely presents.
Baden | November 21 – December 6, 2025
Zürich | November 22-30, 2025
Candle Dipping at Glaubten Center
At Glaubten Center in Zurich-Affoltern, the air is filled with the scent of wax and the spirit of Advent. Busy little elves craft their own candles with colorful wax and special effects.
Zürich | November 22-30, 2025
Kilchberg | from November 23, 2025
Christmas Chocolate Workshop
Kids see what it’s like to be a real Master Chocolatier when they make their own chocolate creations at Lindt Home of Chocolate, which they can take home in Santa’s hat.
Kilchberg | from November 23, 2025
Zurich | November 23/26 and December 31, 2025
Family Day Salto
At the Wintercircus magic already starts before the show: Wendolina and her friends make their little visitors laugh and dream in the foyer tent.
Zurich | November 23/26 and December 31, 2025
Vaduz | November 29, 2025 to January 6, 2026
Christmas-Städtle
Solve puzzles, discover and marvel – on their magical tour through the Christmas village, families pick notes from the wishing tree, listen to the story of the Christmas elves and post their own Christmas wish lists.
Vaduz | November 29, 2025 to January 6, 2026
Zurich | November 30, 2025
Christmas at Kunsthaus
During the “Advent, Advent, a Little Light is Burning” workshop, families with children ages 5 and up explore Christmas-themed artworks, listen to festive stories and get creative together.
Zurich | November 30, 2025
Gamprin | 30. November 2025
The Magic of Advent
Join the Cultural Commission, the Buschmönschterle, the Scouts, and Saint Nicholas for a festive Advent Sunday filled with music, storytelling and delicious treats.
Gamprin | 30. November 2025
Ennenda | December 5 to 7, 2025
Candle Dipping at the Anna Göldi Museum
Mindfulness during Advent – the Anna Göldi Museum is celebrating Human Rights Day with a public beeswax candle-making event. There will also be fruit punch and Christmas cookies.
Ennenda | December 5 to 7, 2025
Zug | December 7, 2025
Fairytale Sunday
Zug’s old town transforms into magical world of fairies, magicians, and jugglers, complete with music, stories, and fireworks.
Zug | December 7, 2025
Zurich | December 10, 2025
Decorating Gingerbread at Zoo Zurich
Whether as a gift for grandparents or to eat yourself: as part of their visit to Zoo Zurich, little artists decorate delicious gingerbread in restaurant Pantanal.
Zurich | December 10, 2025
Rapperswil | December 21, 2025
Christmas Carols Rapperswil
A touching moment when little angels, shepherds, Mary and Joseph, the three kings, and animals walk through the old town singing Christmas Carols.
Rapperswil | December 21, 2025
Zürich | various dates
Kinderschminken Wienachtsdorf
Make-up artists bring color to Advent and create imaginative designs. Those who prefer to be active themselves can also make Christmas cards and costumes or learn magic tricks.
Zürich | various dates
Einsiedeln | December, 2025 – January, 2026
Christmas Crip Diorama
The impressive Christmas Crib with over 450 figures tells the moving story of Bethlehem – the hand-carved figures are more than 100 years old.
Einsiedeln | December, 2025 – January, 2026
Christmas Markets
The creative, beautiful and inviting Christmas markets in the Kinderregion invite families to spend a wonderful and exciting time.
Visiting Saint Nicholas
Every year during Advent, Saint Nicholas is a busy man. Discover all the places where kids and families can visit him.
Christmas Plays
Performances for children of well-known tales and new stories that take its audience on a journey into fascinating worlds.
Ice Skating
Gracious pirouettes or skating as fast as a lightning over the ice: Families are having lots of fun on the various ice rinks of the Kinderregion.
Rainy Day Activities
Fun rainy-day activities that will turn that frown upside down – discover the many things you can do with your kids.
