Gstaad · Saanenland · Pays-d’Enhaut
Gstaad New Year Music Festival
Classical concerts throughout the festive season.
26.12.2026–10.01.2027
The region · Gstaad & Saanenland
Events in Gstaad.
Throughout the seasons.
Festivals, tennis, beach volleyball, polo and Alpine celebrations: the major events of Gstaad and the Saanenland villages for an outing from Les Diablerets.
Dates checked on 1 October 2026 with organisers and the tourist office. Unconfirmed dates are marked; programmes and admission conditions may change.
Festivals & music
Gstaad · Saanenland
Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad
Chamber music, soloists and young talent in Saanenland churches.
29.01–07.02.2027
Gstaad · Saanenland
Gstaad Menuhin Festival & Academy
Symphonic concerts, recitals and chamber music throughout the summer.
16.07–04.09.2027
Gstaad
Country Night Gstaad
A major gathering dedicated to country music and international artists.
10–11.09.2027
Eggli · Gstaad
Caprices Festival Gstaad
Electronic music in the mountains over two weekends.
12–14.03 & 19–21.03.2027
Saanenmöser
Slopesound Festival
Concerts and DJ sets in the Saanenmöser ski area.
02–03.04.2027
Promenade · Gstaad
Fête de la Musique Gstaad
A day of concerts and musical discoveries on the promenade.
12.06.2027
Eggli · Gstaad
EGGLI Night Vibes
Night skiing, fondue and musical après-ski on Thursdays, subject to conditions.
Thursdays · 07.01–25.02.2027
Major sporting events
Roy Emerson Arena · Gstaad
EFG Swiss Open Gstaad
The ATP clay-court tennis tournament in the heart of the village.
10–18.07.2027
Gstaad
CEV EuroBeachVolley Gstaad 2027
The European Beach Volleyball Championships in Gstaad’s Alpine setting.
30.06–04.07.2027
Saanen
Hublot Polo Gold Cup Gstaad
An international polo tournament near Saanen airfield.
19–22.08.2027
Hornberg · Saanenmöser
Hornberg Schwinget
The Hornberg Swiss wrestling festival, announced to return in 2027.
2027 · exact date to be confirmed
Celebrations & traditions
Centre sportif · Gstaad
Gstaader Messe
The Saanenland fair brings together local businesses, crafts and regional specialities.
22–25.10.2026
Gstaad
Oktoberfest de Gstaad
An autumn celebration with music, food and a convivial atmosphere.
30–31.10.2026
Gstaad
Gstaad Wine & Food Festival
Wine and food encounters with chefs and winegrowers.
24–27.06.2027
Saanenland
Sufsunntig · fêtes d’alpage
Alpine pasture celebrations with yodelling, alphorns and local produce.
July–August · dates vary by alpine pasture
Gstaad · Saanenland
Züglete · inalpes & désalpes
Herds pass through the villages; dates depend on conditions and farmers.
Dates announced at short notice
Saanen
Marché du fromage d’alpage & des cloches
A market featuring Alpine cheese, cowbells and local crafts.
Next edition: dates to be confirmed.