Zurich & Events
Stay at the Hotel Alexander - in the heart of Zurich
Welcome to the new Chocolate Museum of Switzerland
365 days of chocolate enjoyment: The Lindt Home of Chocolate delights visitors in Zurich with sweet history, interactive highlights and pure tasting.
Zurich's weekly markets - experience variety and enjoyment
Bright colours, delicious aromas and a touch of tradition - immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Zurich's weekly markets!
Frauenfussball Europameisterschaft 2025
From 2 to 27 July 2025, the best national teams will compete for the European Football Championship title. Zurich is one of eight venues.
Filmfluss
The open-air cinema right on the Limmat. Don't miss out on this magical cinema experience!
Allianz Cinema - The open-air cinema on Lake Zurich
The open-air cinema directly on Lake Zurich delights around 50,000 film fans every year. This year from 17 July until 17 August 2025.
Ed Sheeran Zürich 2025
When the English pop star Ed Sheeran is performing in stadiums today, the fans throw bras on stage. In his early pub appearances, the projectiles were more dangerous.
Streetparade Zurich
During the Street Parade, hundreds of thousands of electronic and techno music fans dance around Zurich’s lake basin. But there is also plenty to experience before and after the parade!
From 14 August 2025 - Zürcher Theater Spektakel
Founded in 1980 as an international gathering of independent theatres, Zurich's Theater Spektakel has very soon developed into a cultural event with international appeal.
Once with the current - swimming the Limmat in Zurich
Take the plunge! The legendary 59th Limmat Swim in Zurich awaits you on 16 August 2024. A unique event where you can let yourself drift through the Limmat - in the middle of the city!
Zuricrit
ZURICRIT is a fixed-gear criterium. The bikes have no brakes and can only be ridden with a fixed gear. The athletes must use their own muscle power to slow the bike down to the appropriate speed.
Zurich Openair - for music lovers
The Zurich Openair is the most popular and largest open air festival in Zurich. The only open air festival with its own airport inspires thousands of electro, rock and pop fans every year with international acts.
Weltklasse Zurich - International Athletics Meeting
On 28 August 2025, the world's sporting stars will gather in Zurich for an athletics meeting: Olympic champions and world record holders will be putting on a top-class sporting display for the audience.
From 29 to 31 August 2025 - Dörflifäscht
The whole village celebrates for three days with a colourful entertainment programme for everyone.
Eidgenössischen Schwing- und Älplerfest (ESAF) 2025
The ‘Eidgenössische Schwing- und Älplerfest’ (Swiss Wrestling and Alpine Festival) is the largest recurring sporting event and one of the largest folk festivals in Switzerland.
On 6 September 2025 - Long Night of the Zurich Museums
When the museum doors stay open far beyond normal opening hours, it's Long Night of the Museums in Zurich
CATS – The musical phenomenon returns to Zurich
From 10 to 21 September 2025, Andrew Lloyd Webber's masterpiece CATS will thrill audiences at Theater 11 Zurich. Stay centrally at the Hotel Alexander and experience musical magic up close.
Knabenschiessen
Experience the traditional Knabenschiessen from 13 to 15 September 2025: an exciting shooting competition for Zurich's children and young people, framed by a colourful fair for the whole family!
Zurich Film Festival
Experience the magic of the Zurich Film Festival 2025 - from 25 September to 5 October, right in the heart of Zurich.
SlowUp Lake Zurich
Whether by bike, on inline skates or on foot: At SlowUp Zürichsee everything that is powered by your own muscle power, is permitted.
The Offspring
On 30 September 2025, the Hallenstadion Zurich will become the epicentre of punk rock!
Damiano David on solo tour in Zurich
Experience Damiano David, the singer from Måneskin, live at Halle 622 in Zurich on 4 October 2025.
28th Zurich Oktoberfest - Bauschänzli Beer Garden & Grill
Zurich's Oktoberfest brings tradition, music and enjoyment to the city from 9 October to 8 November 2025.
Marco Masini celebrates 35 years of music - live in Zurich
Celebrate his 35th stage anniversary with Marco Masini on 20 October 2025 at the Volkshaus Zurich. Experience his greatest hits and new songs live!
Zurich is swinging: The ZURICH JAZZNOJAZZ FESTIVAL 2025!
From 29 October to 1 November 2025, the ZURICH JAZZNOJAZZ FESTIVAL celebrates its 25th anniversary - a must for all music lovers! International jazz greats, hip newcomers and innovative soundscapes await you at this unique event.
Expovina Wyschiff
From 30 October to 13 November 2025, the EXPOVINA wine ships await you in Zurich - a special experience for wine lovers directly on Lake Zurich!
DA Z - Digital Art Zurich
From 30 October to 9 November 2025, DA Z - Digital Arts Zurich - will once again transform the city into a centre for digital culture. Experience exhibitions, virtual reality, performances and conferences at various locations in Zurich.
HAUSER live in Zurich - world-class cello artistry
On 17 November 2025, HAUSER will bring his incomparable blend of classical music, pop and film music to the Hallenstadion Zurich. Look forward to a breathtaking concert experience full of passion and virtuosity.
Christmas village on Sechseläutenplatz
One of the largest Christmas markets in the city of Zurich takes place directly in front of the opera house on Sechseläutenplatz.
Christmas market at the main station
One of the largest indoor Christmas markets in Europe can be experienced in Zurich's main railway station.
Christmas market Dörfli in Niederdorf
Zurich's oldest Christmas market takes place every year in Niederdorf.
Christmas shopping in Zurich
Looking for a last-minute Christmas gift? Not a problem in Zurich.
Circus Conelli - Christmas circus in Zurich
Experience the magic of the Conelli Christmas Circus from 22 November 2025 to 1 January 2026 on the picturesque Bauschänzli Island and let yourself be whisked away into the festive season by an unforgettable show experience!
Whisky & Music Festival Zurich
On 28 and 29 November 2025, the Volkshaus Zurich will combine fine whiskies and thrilling live music to create a special festival.
Böhse Onkelz live in Zürich: 45 Jahre Rockgeschichte
Erleben Sie die Böhsen Onkelz am 7. Dezember 2025 im Hallenstadion Zürich auf ihrer "Hier sind die Onkelz"-Tour zum 45-jährigen Bandjubiläum.
Samichlausschwimmen: Braving the cold for a good cause
On 7 December 2025, the Limmat will be the stage for the Samichlaus swimming event. Participants collect donations for charitable causes. The Hotel Alexander in Zurich's old town is your ideal place to stay.
Il Volo live at the Hallenstadion - World Tour 2025
On 11 December 2025, the Italian trio Il Volo will return to the Hallenstadion Zurich with their World Tour.
A sporty start to the new year: Zurich New Year's Eve Run 2025
On 14 December 2025, it's time to lace up your running shoes and get going! The traditional Zurich New Year's Eve run will delight you with its unique setting in Zurich's Old Town. Stay right in the centre of it all - at the Hotel Alexander.
New Year’s Eve party Zurich
Impressive and unique light shows illuminate various buildings of Zurich.
Bushido
Am 23. Januar 2026 ist es soweit: Bushido gibt auf seiner Abschieds-Tour ein einmaliges Konzert in Zürich!
Apache 207
Apache 207 is going on tour in 2026 and will be coming to Zurich's Hallenstadion on 25 January.
Man's World - All for men
Experience the 10th edition of Man's World from 29 January to 1 February 2026 in Hall 550, Zurich-Oerlikon.
Photo Schweiz 2026 - The festival for photography lovers
From 6 to 10 February 2026, the photography scene will gather in Zurich! Photo Schweiz 2026 will inspire visitors with unique visual worlds and interactive events. The Hotel Alexander offers you the ideal starting point for your visit.
Carneval
The ZüriCarneval will take place from 20 to 22 February 2026 and will provide unforgettable carnival moments in Zurich's old town with a variety of events.
Art on Ice | 26 February - 1 March 2026 |
The Art on Ice figure skating gala is a musical and sporting spectacle for young and old.
«Zwänzgerle» - Traditionen in Zürich
The ‘Zwänzgerle’, which means ‘throwing twenties’, is an Easter custom in the city of Zurich. - Monday, 6 April 2026, 10 a.m. - Rüdenplatz, 8001 Zurich.
12 April 2026 Zurich Marathon
Our special for you: Show us your starting number and you can keep the room until 15.00 hrs on Sunday.
Sechseläuten, Zurich Spring Festival
From 17 April to 20 April 2026 – Sechseläuten, Zurich's spring festival with parades and the burning of the ‘Böögg’. Zurich bids farewell to the long, cold winter nights and looks forward to the warmer seasons.
2026 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship
From 15 - 31 May 2026 - top-class ice hockey spectacle in the Swiss Life Arena!
Metallica - M72 World Tour
Metallica will bring their spectacular “M72 World Tour” to Letzigrund Stadium Zurich on May 27, 2026. The metal icons will be accompanied by special guests Gojira and Knocked Loose.
Zucchero live in Zurich - World Tour 2026
Zucchero live in Zurich! On 14 April 2026, the master of Italian rock blues will thrill the Hallenstadion. Experience his greatest hits and a show full of emotion.
Die Toten Hosen - Trink Aus! Wir Müssen Gehen - Tour 2026
Die Toten Hosen sind zurück! Am Samstag, 20. Juni 2026 spielt die Kult-Band eine exklusive Show im Stadion Letzigrund Zürich im Rahmen ihrer Trink aus! Wir müssen gehen-Tour. Buchen Sie Ihr Zimmer im Hotel Alexander in Zentrum von Zürich.
Helene Fischer: 360° Stadiontour 2026
Magical summer nights on Lake Zurich - Seenachtfest 2026
A summer highlight full of magic: from 7 to 9 August 2026, Rapperswil will be transformed into a sparkling festival mile with live music, culinary delights and breathtaking fireworks over Lake Zurich.
Felix Lobrecht
Am 13. November 2026 kommt Felix Lobrecht nach Zürich und präsentiert sein neues Live-Programm SELL OUT – ein Muss für alle Comedy-Fans!
"Schifferstechen" - Tradition in Zurich
Only every three years does the Guild of Shipwrights celebrate the "Schifferstechen" in the middle of the river Limmat.