Festivals for Kids
Taking a child to a concert, festival or street party? Absolutely! Many organisers welcome families with a tailored programme.
Read MoreThey are an integral part of the events calendar: The traditional festivals of the Kinderregion. Whether it is a folk festival, a music, fairytale or film festival – there is something for everyone. And even the little ones can join in.
Alongside the grown-ups or in designated children’s areas, kids travel to magical worlds or distant lands, dance, play, laugh, read, learn, award prizes and get creative in age-appropriate workshops. The selection is as colourful as the atmosphere, which makes for unforgettable moments for all the family.
Zug | May 1 to 9
Zug Sports Festival
Watch, join in and discover something new: families enjoy live shows, try new sports and dive into a colorful world of movement from ballet to VR.
Zug | May 1 to 9
Braunwald | May 3
Klapperlapapp Frau Gerolds Garten
Curtain up: families listen to fairy tales, laugh along with Punch and Judy, marvel at juggling and magic, and soak up the charming garden setting in the heart of the city.
Braunwald | May 3
Zugerberg | May 3
Birthday Party Zugiblubbi
Time to celebrate – Zugiblubbi invites you to his birthday party on Zugerberg featuring cake and syrup, stories by Jolanda Steiner and songs by Bruno Hächler.
Zugerberg | May 3
Kinderregion | May 6 to 10
Festival of Dance
Dancing in the streets, in theatres, museums, on lakeshores or in public squares – Switzerland's dance festival gets everyone moving and offers activities for children from the age of 2.
Kinderregion | May 6 to 10
Zurich | May 28 to 31
Cycle Week
How to share your love for cycling? At the national bike festival, children explore the Kids Zone with its pump track, balance bike and skill courses.
Zurich | May 28 to 31
Schwyz | Mai 31
slowUp Schwyz
On foot, by bike or on skates, the route covers 30 km through the Schwyz valley basin, past Ingenbohl Abbey, the Mythen and the iconic lakes of Central Switzerland.
Schwyz | Mai 31
Winterthur | June 20 to 25
Afro-Pfingsten Festival
Every year during Whitsun, Winterthur hosts a big multicultural festival with concerts, exhibitions, street food, workshops, a Family Day and much more.
Winterthur | June 20 to 25
Glarus | July 5
Coop Kinderland Openair
Children's concerts, magic shows, games, crafts and lots of exercise – families can enjoy outdoor fun and entertainment at 15 locations in Switzerland.
Glarus | July 5
Braunwald | July 26 to August 2
Fairytale Day
Braunwald has rolled out the red carpet – fairytale figures guide the way from restaurant to restaurant, where the "Bruuwalder Spiellüt” stage theatre performances.
Braunwald | July 26 to August 2
Flumserberg | July 30
Familientag Openair Flumserberg
Thursday is for families. Sing along with Schwiizergoofe, see Linard Bardill live and enjoy bouncy castles, face painting and other kids' activities.
Flumserberg | July 30
Winterthur | August 5 to 16
Winterthur Music Festival Week
With more than 100 events in Winterthur's old town, there is something for everyone at this festival – children choose from concerts and theatre performances, play or paint.
Winterthur | August 5 to 16
Brunnen | August 7 to 9
Windweek
Diving, SUP, kayaking or sailing? At Windweek, families can try out different water and outdoor sports for free. Entertainment is provided.
Brunnen | August 7 to 9
Zurich | August 13 to 30
Theater Spektakel
Children's theatre, magicians, street performers and food from around the world – during Theater Spektakel, Landiwiese is full of exciting discoveries for all the family.
Zurich | August 13 to 30
Brunnen | August 14 to 16
Spettacolo Street Artist Festival
Acrobats, jugglers, fire spinners and comedians – on the shores of Lake Lucerne, street artists conquer the hearts of young and old with spectacular performances.
Brunnen | August 14 to 16
Bad Zurzach | September 20
Papa Moll Festival
A highlight for all Papa Moll fans! In Bad Zurzach, the comic father can not only to be found in Papa Moll Land. Every year, he hosts a big family festival.
Bad Zurzach | September 20
Zurich | September 24 to October 4
Zurich Film Festival for kids
Family movie-time – at Zurich Film Festival, children experience the magic of the big screen, travel virtually to foreign worlds, discuss films and award prizes.
Zurich | September 24 to October 4
Zurich | September 27
EinChorn
Baking cinnamon buns, dancing, painting masks and watching Theater performances – the annual family festival at the former mill in Tiefenbrunnen is rightly a highlight in the city calendar.
Zurich | September 27
Schmerikon to Zurich | September 27
slowUp Lake Zurich
Whether by bike, on inline skates or on foot – at the slowUp, around 42 km of car-free road can be explored with muscle power. Many surprises await along the way.
Schmerikon to Zurich | September 27
Stoos | October 17
Fröneli-Fäscht
Fröneli and their mascot friends invite you to a special family festival on Stoos with lots of games, fun, food and entertainment.
Stoos | October 17
Zurich | October 20 to 25
Zurich reads
At Switzerland's largest book and literature festival, children listen to stories and participate in a variety of creative workshops.
Zurich | October 20 to 25
Winterthur | November 3 to 8
Internationale Kurzfilmtage Winterthur
For six days, Winterthur becomes a vibrant hub for short films, featuring enchanting animations for kids, gripping documentaries for teens and award-winning productions.
Winterthur | November 3 to 8
Rapperswil-Jona | tbd
Lottis-Festival
Unifying, inspiring and colorful – a two-day festival about the history of Villa Grünfels, the former residence of actress and cultural patron Lotte Stiefel. With fun and games for kids.
Rapperswil-Jona | tbd
Customs and Traditions
Celebrate, marvel and learn: the region's many traditions and customs are always a good excuse to have a wonderful time with the people you love.
Children’s Cinemas
Even the little ones like to be enchanted by the big screen. From children’s cinema programs to cinema clubs and film workshops for children, a wide range of offers awaits you.
City Tours with Children
Educational, fun, exciting, and proactive: Kids discover cities in a playful way and delve into interesting, new worlds and urban areas.
Fun Activities in the Dark
Listen carefully and don’t forget your flashlight. Exciting adventures await kids who are not afraid of the dark.
Bike Tours with Children
Family-friendly and entertaining bike trails for an unforgettable outing in the Children’s Region.
