2027 Swiss Folk Music Festival, Altstätten

In the idyllic market town of Altstätten in the St.Gallen Rhine Valley, the 15th Swiss Folk Music Festival, taking place from 9 to 12 September 2027, will focus on preserving the cultural heritage of Swiss folk music. The festival will be complemented by a programme of related events, culinary delights and socialising – as well as by modern approaches that shape folk music as a vibrant and adaptable cultural form.

Thursday, 9 September 2027
7.30 pm  A cosy start to the festivities with a ‘Stubete’

Friday, 10 September 2027
2.00 pm, opening ceremony
from 3.00 pm, folk culture market
from 3.00 pm, traditional and contemporary folk music throughout the old town
from 3.00 pm, start of musical performances in the pubs
7.30 pm, ‘Folk Music Gala Evening’
Midnight, midnight events

Saturday, 11 September 2027
from 9.00 am, start of musical performances in the pubs
from 9.00 am, traditional and contemporary folk music throughout the old town
from 10.00 am, folk culture market
from 10.00 am, Food and crafts market
midnight, Midnight events

Sunday, 12 September 2027
from 9.00 am, traditional and contemporary folk music throughout the old town
9.30 am, ceremonial service with an ecumenical church service
from 10.00 am, folk culture market
from 10.00 am, food and craft market
11.30 am, lunchtime banquet
2.00 pm, grand parade through the old town
5.00 pm, a cosy finale to the festivities with a ‘Stubete’

The 2027 Swiss Folk Music Festival is intended to be a celebration of togetherness and living tradition. Here, visitors can experience this cultural heritage in all its facets: accessible, diverse and authentic. Talks, concerts, workshops and exhibitions ensure a varied musical experience for all generations.