A Roundup of Events Worth Visiting in Switzerland This August
Still haven’t decided how to spend your August weekends? We’ve selected four events in different parts of Switzerland — from theatre and live music to street food and local wine tastings.
Save this selection, plan your trip, and enjoy the last weeks of summer!
Zürcher Theater Spektakel — Zurich
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From 13 to 30 August, Zurich will host Zürcher Theater Spektakel, one of the best-known international festivals of contemporary theatre.
The programme brings together theatre, dance, circus, performance, music, and contemporary art. In addition to the main theatre programme, free events, performances, and art projects will take place at the festival site and at other locations around the city.
Some events are free, while others require a ticket. We recommend checking the programme in advance and choosing the performances that interest you most.
📅 When: 13–30 August 2026
🎟 Cost: Varies by event; the programme includes both free events and ticketed performances
📍 Where: Landiwiese and other locations in Zurich
Official programme and tickets:
https://www.theaterspektakel.ch
FLOSS Festival — Basel
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For three weeks in August, the banks of the Rhine in Basel become one of the city’s most popular places for live music.
The FLOSS Festival has been held for more than 25 years. Its main feature is a floating stage on the Rhine. The programme includes Swiss and international artists performing different styles of music.
Concerts take place in the evening, and admission is free. It’s a great option for anyone who wants to enjoy live music in the relaxed summer atmosphere of Basel.
📅 When: 4–22 August 2026
🎟 Cost: Free
📍 Where: On the banks of the Rhine in the Kleinbasel area
Official programme and information:
Nyon Street Food Festival — Nyon
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From 20 to 23 August, Nyon will host the Nyon Street Food Festival, an open-air food event featuring cuisines from different parts of the world.
Visitors can enjoy numerous food trucks and food stalls, street music, and the relaxed atmosphere of a summer festival. Its location near Lake Geneva also makes it a great opportunity to spend a day or evening in Nyon.
📅 When: 20–23 August 2026
🎟 Cost: Free entry; food and drinks are paid for separately
📍 Where: Quai de Rive, Place couverte et parking de Rive, 1260 Nyon
Official festival information:
https://www.nyonstreetfoodfest.ch
Wine Tastings at Cave des Viticulteurs de Bonvillars — Bonvillars
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If you prefer a quieter way to spend your time, the August wine tastings at Cave des Viticulteurs de Bonvillars are a great opportunity to discover the region’s wine-making traditions.
Throughout August, visitors can taste local wines, discover wines produced by winemakers from Bonvillars, and learn more about this wine-growing region and its traditions.
The tastings will take place on 8, 15, 22, and 29 August, from 9:00 to 12:30.
📅 When: 8, 15, 22, and 29 August 2026, 9:00–12:30
🎟 Cost: Please check the participation details directly with the organisers
📍 Where: Cave des Viticulteurs de Bonvillars, Chemin de la Cave 1, 1427 Bonvillars
Detailed information and event calendar:
Summer in Switzerland is still here — so there are still plenty of opportunities for new discoveries, cultural experiences, music, and food and wine experiences.
Save this selection from IvAlive and choose the event that will become your next summer destination.
