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Festivals Events in Bern

Multi-day festivals, street parties, and celebrations in Bern.

Mehrtägige Festivals, Strassenfeste und Feiern in Bern.

77 upcoming festivals events

MUV Festival Bern (May 22–24, 2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 at 10:00

Bern, Switzerland

Three-day MUV Festival in Bern runs May 22–24, 2026, showcasing live music and cultural performances across outdoor city venues. A lively, accessible celebration for locals and visitors with diverse genres and street-food vibes.

Nature Festival Bern

Wed, 20 May 2026 at 10:00

Bern, Switzerland

Discover Bern's Nature Festival with outdoor trails, eco-workshops, and family-friendly programs across the city's green spaces, celebrating biodiversity and community.

Medieval weekend in the museum park

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 at 10:00

Bernisches Historisches Museum

Spend a weekend in the Bernisches Historisches Museum's park for a medieval-themed celebration with live demonstrations, hands-on crafts for kids, guided history walks, and family-friendly activities that bring the Middle Ages to life.

Kraftklub at Gurtenfestival 2026

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Kraftklub performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering high-energy indie-rock on Bern’s sun-kissed hillside. This headline slot at Switzerland’s iconic summer festival promises catchy hooks, rowdy crowd energy, and a memorable live show under the open sky.

Gurtenfestival 2026

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Gurtenfestival returns to the Gurten hillside near Bern for its 42nd edition on July 18, 2026, delivering outdoor music on magical summer stages with panoramic views, festive crowds, and alpine ambience.

DJ Pee .Wee (aka Anderson .Paak)

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Headlined by DJ Pee.Wee (Anderson .Paak), Gurtenfestival’s 2026 edition showcases a high-energy open-air performance at Bern’s hillside venue, blending funk, hip-hop and R&B for a sun- and stage-lit festival experience.

DJ Pee Wee (Anderson .Paak) at Gurtenfestival 2026

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Headlining DJ Pee Wee (Anderson .Paak) performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, the iconic outdoor festival on Gurten hill near Bern, delivering a high-energy set blending hip-hop and funk.

Lily Allen live at Gurtenfestival 2026

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Lily Allen headlines Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering a high-energy outdoor set on Gurten Hill near Bern. Expect catchy hits, bright production, and a festive summer atmosphere at Switzerland’s beloved mountain-top festival.

Gurtenfestival 2026

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Experience the outdoor Gurtenfestival in Bern with a summer lineup of live music across multiple stages on July 15, 2026. The festival blends alpine scenery, energetic crowds, food vendors, and unforgettable performances under the Swiss sky.

Sean Paul

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Sean Paul headlines Gurtenfestival 2026 in Bern, delivering high-energy dancehall and reggae-infused hip-hop at the iconic open-air festival. Expect a dynamic night on the Gurten hill with international acts and a vibrant, sun-soaked crowd.

Nina Chuba

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Nina Chuba headlines a night at Gurtenfestival 2026 in Bern, delivering her high-energy pop and contemporary tunes on Switzerland’s iconic outdoor stage, with festival vibes, mountain views, and crowd sing-alongs.

Teddy Swims

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Teddy Swims headlines a Gurtenfestival set on the Bern hillside, delivering soulful pop and R&B as part of Switzerland’s premier summer festival lineup; expect a high-energy outdoor show with sweeping views and vibrant festival atmosphere.

Von Wegen Lisbeth

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

German indie rock band Von Wegen Lisbeth headlines Gurtenfestival 2026 on the Tent Stage in Bern, delivering an energetic, infectious set of catchy tunes as part of Switzerland's iconic summer music festival.

Von Wegen Lisbeth at Gurtenfestival 2026

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Catch German indie-pop band Von Wegen Lisbeth live at Gurtenfestival 2026, a hillside outdoor festival near Bern with multiple stages, a diverse lineup, alpine ambience, and festival-wide energy.

Midnight Generation

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Midnight Generation headlines Gurtenfestival 2026 on the Main Stage, delivering a high-energy outdoor set at Switzerland's iconic Bern festival with catchy pop-rock hooks, bright lights, and crowd-friendly festival energy.

Young Miko at Gurtenfestival 2026

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Experience an electrifying performance by Young Miko at Gurtenfestival 2026 on July 15, set on the Gurten hillside near Bern, Switzerland. A standout live music moment at one of Switzerland's iconic summer festivals.

Ezra Collective

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Experience Ezra Collective at Gurtenfestival 2026 in Bern, a vibrant outdoor night of jazz-funk grooves, high-energy improvisation, and soulful hooks that define modern UK jazz at this scenic festival.

Audrey Nuna

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Audrey Nuna performs at Gurtenfestival, Bern's beloved outdoor hillside music festival. A 42nd edition with a diverse lineup, sunset views, and a vibrant crowd under the Swiss summer sky.

Kasablanca

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Kasablanca performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, a vibrant outdoor music festival in Bern. Expect indie-pop energy on the main stage, a diverse lineup, and forested hillside vibes as summer crowds soak up live sets and Swiss festival atmosphere.

KRAFTKLUB

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Headlined by Kraftklub, Gurtenfestival's 42nd edition brings an open-air music celebration on the Gurten hillside near Bern, with multiple stages, festival vibes, and a lively crowd under summer skies.

Loyle Carner

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Headlining set by Loyle Carner at Gurtenfestival 2026, an outdoor Swiss music festival on the Gurten hillside near Bern. Expect intimate hip-hop vibes, a multi-stage lineup, sunset moments, and a vibrant summer crowd.

Ezra Collective

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Ezra Collective performs at Gurtenfestival in Bern, bringing vibrant contemporary jazz to the outdoor stages during the festival's 42nd edition, offering a lively, multi-genre summer vibe with a scenic hillside backdrop.

KybbaKybba

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Experience KybbaKybba live at Gurtenfestival 2026, the outdoor festival atop Gurten hill near Bern. Enjoy a high-energy set as part of a diverse lineup of Swiss and international acts under an alpine summer sky.

Levin Liam

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Levin Liam headlines Gurtenfestival 2026, an outdoor music festival in Bern, delivering a high-energy set on the festival stage as part of a diverse Swiss lineup.

SoulySouly

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

SoulySouly headlines a showcase at Gurtenfestival 2026, the iconic Swiss music festival near Bern. A soulful live set amid sprawling festival grounds, blending urban rhythms with alpine ambience for a memorable summer highlight.

SplendidSplendid

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

SplendidSplendid performs on the open-air Gurtenfestival grounds on 15 July 2026, delivering a vibrant festival experience just outside Bern with a diverse lineup and mountain-side atmosphere.

Lo & Leduc Live at Gurtenfestival

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Lo & Leduc headline Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering their charismatic country-pop blend on the open-air stage. Expect a high-energy Swiss duo performance at Bern’s beloved festival, with crowd sing-alongs under the summer sky at Gurten.

Son Rompe Pera

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Headlining Son Rompe Pera at Gurtenfestival 2026, this outdoor Swiss music festival delivers a high-energy set on hillside stages, a diverse lineup, and a vibrant open-air atmosphere near Bern.

Nusantara Beat at Gurtenfestival

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

World music act Nusantara Beat performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering Indonesian-inspired rhythms on the outdoor stage in Bern as part of a diverse, multi-genre festival lineup.

Buskers Bern 2026

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 18:00

Buskers Bern

A lively international street-music and performance festival in Bern’s UNESCO-listed old town, Buskers Bern features over 100 artists across multiple outdoor stages, transforming the historic streets into a vibrant, multi-venue music celebration.

Lunik

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Lunik headlines at Gurtenfestival, the beloved outdoor music festival on Bern's Gurten hill, delivering a summer-night set that blends local Swiss talent with a festive, family-friendly atmosphere.

Son Rompe Pera

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Catch Son Rompe Pera on Gurtenfestival's Main Stage, delivering high-energy Latin-rock fusion under alpine skies. An outdoor Swiss festival highlight with vibrant grooves, crowd energy, and a sunset-set vibe.

Buskers Bern: #Support Buskers Bern

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 18:00

Buskers Bern

A vibrant street-festival evening in Bern as local buskers perform at Buskers Bern 2026, with multiple acts on outdoor stages and a casual, social atmosphere welcoming families, tourists, and music lovers.

Sami Galbi

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Sami Galbi headlines a slot at Gurtenfestival's Waldbühne, bringing intimate world-pop tunes to an outdoor Bern sunset, blending storytelling vocals with cross-cultural influences in a vibrant festival atmosphere.

Phenomden & The Scrucialists at Gurtenfestival

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Open-air Gurtenfestival hosts Phenomden & The Scrucialists on July 15, 2026, delivering a lively Swiss music showcase on the Gurten hillside near Bern. Expect festival vibes, multiple stages, and fans reveling under summer skies.

LordeLorde

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

LordeLorde headlines Gurtenfestival 2026, an open-air music celebration on the Gurten hillside near Bern, delivering a high-energy set and a memorable Swiss summer festival vibe with fans on the hillside.

Balu Brigada

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Experience Gurtenfestival's 42nd edition with Balu Brigada headlining a lively outdoor music festival on the Gurten hillside near Bern, pairing live acts with alpine scenery and a casual, family-friendly vibe.

Brandão Faber Hunger

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Brandão Faber Hunger performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering energetic live music on the outdoor stages above Bern. A highlight of the festival’s diverse lineup, blending catchy melodies with festival energy under clear summer skies.

Souly

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Souly performs soulful R&B on Gurtenfestival's Tent Stage, delivering intimate grooves and high-energy vocals at the outdoor Bern festival, a standout moment in the 2026 lineup.

Annie & The Caldwells at Gurtenfestival

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Annie & The Caldwells perform at Gurtenfestival 2026, the outdoor music celebration on the Gurten hillside near Bern. Expect lively indie/folk-rock vibes, festival atmosphere, and panoramic alpine views that make this Swiss open-air show special.

Say She She

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Say She She performs on the Main Stage at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering bright indie-pop energy in an open-air festival setting at Gurten near Bern. A highlight of Switzerland's summer music lineup with crowd-pleasing hooks.

Buskers Bern 2026 - Friday

Fri, 7 Aug 2026 at 18:00

Buskers Bern

Join Buskers Bern 2026 for a lively Friday of street performances in Bern's historic Old Town, with buzzing live music, gravity-defying acrobatics, and vibrant street art weaving through cobblestone lanes.

Tequila Boys

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Tequila Boys headline the Waldbühne at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering energetic live indie-rock under open skies in a vibrant Swiss festival setting—rain or shine, with mountains in the backdrop and buzzing crowds.

Levin Liam

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Levin Liam performs at Gurtenfestival, the acclaimed outdoor music festival on the Gurten hillside near Bern, delivering a vibrant set in a festive summer atmosphere.

zeynezeyne

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

zeynezeyne performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, an outdoor summer music festival on the Gurten hill near Bern. Expect diverse live acts across multiple stages, a festive crowd, food stalls, and a lively hillside atmosphere under the Swiss sky.

Akryl

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Akryl is part of Gurtenfestival 2026, a long-running outdoor music festival on Bern's Gurten hill. Expect live performances on open-air stages, alpine ambience, and a festival atmosphere with food stalls and family-friendly fun.

Ikkimel

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Ikkimel headlines a late-night slot at Gurtenfestival’s 42nd edition on Bern’s Gurten hillside, delivering live outdoor music amid festival vibes, scenic views, and a vibrant summer open-air crowd.

Pronto

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Pronto performs at Gurtenfestival 2026 on the Waldbühne outdoor stage, delivering an energetic set as part of Switzerland’s iconic summer festival lineup at Gurten.

Mari Froes

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

The 42nd Gurtenfestival on the Gurten hill near Bern features Mari Froes in an outdoor summer music festival with multiple stages, festive crowds, food stalls, and a community atmosphere.

Midnight Generation

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Midnight Generation performs at Gurtenfestival 2026 on the open-air stage in Bern, delivering high-energy live music within a vibrant festival atmosphere, fueled by sunset lights, crowd energy, and Swiss festival vibes.

BUNT.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Celebrate the outdoors at Gurtenfestival's BUNT., a multi-artist festival on the Gurten hill in Bern, featuring live music, scenic views, and a festive Swiss summer vibe that welcomes locals and visitors alike.

Mel Dmel D

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Join Mel Dmel D for a high-energy outdoor set at Gurtenfestival 2026, part of the festival’s diverse music program under Bern’s summer sky. Expect catchy hooks, dynamic bass, and a warm open-air vibe.

Melina Nora

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Melina Nora headlines night at Gurtenfestival 2026, an iconic outdoor music festival on Bern's Gurten hill. A festive, multi-artist summer showcase with scenic views, lively crowds, and Swiss air filled with song.

Kasablanca

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Kasablanca closes Gurtenfestival’s 42nd edition with a festive outdoor music showcase on the Gurten hillside near Bern. A beloved Swiss summer festival, it delivers top live acts, alpine scenery, and a lively crowd bidding farewell to the year’s concerts.

zeyne

Fri, 17 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Zeyne performs at Gurtenfestival 2026 on the Tent Stage, a lively outdoor music festival on the Gurten hill near Bern. Expect a vibrant crowd, sunlit stages, and an energetic Swiss summer show from a rising artist.

La Gustav New Talents

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

La Gustav New Talents returns as part of Gurtenfestival in Bern, showcasing fresh acts on the festival grounds during the 42nd edition. Enjoy outdoor stages, festival vibes, and diverse new music on July 18, 2026.

La Gustav New Talents

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

La Gustav New Talents returns as part of Gurtenfestival, spotlighting up-and-coming artists on the iconic Bern festival grounds with a sun-drenched, outdoor vibe and lively live music that embodies Gurten's festival spirit.

Tequila Boys at Gurtenfestival

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Tequila Boys perform at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering energetic live rock on an outdoor Bern festival stage with a lineup of multiple venues, food stalls, and a festive summer crowd.

Marie Jay at Gurtenfestival 2026

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Marie Jay performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering an energetic live set at the iconic outdoor festival grounds near Bern, blending catchy melodies with the festival atmosphere.

Stuber & Goalie

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Stuber & Goalie perform on Gurtenfestival 2026's Waldbühne stage, delivering a vibrant open-air live set at Switzerland’s iconic mountain festival, with festive crowds, alpine scenery, and a buzz of festival energy.

Personne

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Join Personne at Gurtenfestival 2026 in Bern for an energetic outdoor live music performance on the festival grounds, bringing eclectic sounds and a vibrant crowd energy to this Swiss festival weekend.

IkkimelIkkimel

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

IkkimelIkkimel performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering a high-energy live music moment on the iconic Bern festival grounds. The set promises catchy hooks, crowd-friendly vibes, and sun-soaked summer magic at Switzerland’s beloved outdoor festival.

To Athena

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

To Athena at Gurtenfestival 2026 delivers an energetic outdoor performance on the Gurten stage above Bern, merging vibrant live music with festival atmosphere under alpine skies—Switzerland’s beloved summer highlight.

Danitsa

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Closing day of Gurtenfestival in Bern, featuring Danitsa as part of the 42nd edition. An outdoor hillside music festival with alpine views, diverse acts, and a lively crowd enjoying live performances under summer skies.

Marie Jay

Sat, 18 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Marie Jay headlines a single-night show at Gurtenfestival, Bern’s iconic open-air music festival. Celebrate the 42nd edition with live performances on the festival’s hillside stages, set against summer skies.

Deki Alem

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Deki Alem performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, the outdoor music festival near Bern, delivering an energetic live set on the main stage and joining a lineup of Swiss and international acts on a sunny summer day.

Nativ

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Nativ performs on the Waldbühne open-air stage at Gurtenfestival 2026, delivering a dynamic live set as part of Switzerland’s iconic summer festival beneath alpine skies and notable mountain views.

No Borders No Nations 2026

Thu, 20 Aug 2026

Vorplatz

Outdoor cultural festival at Vorplatz celebrating No Borders No Nations 2026, hosted near Reitschule. A thought-provoking program exploring borderless solidarity through talks, performances, and community action in Bern.

AkrylAkryl

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

AkrylAkryl performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, a flagship Swiss music festival on the Gurten hillside near Bern. Expect an electric live set among alpine scenery, festival crowds, and multi-stage outdoor vibes.

ProntoPronto

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

ProntoPronto performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, the outdoor music festival on Bern's Gurten hillside. Expect energetic live sets, a buzzing crowd, and a quintessential Swiss festival atmosphere under summer skies.

Stuber & Goalie live at Gurtenfestival

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Catch Stuber & Goalie performing at Gurtenfestival 2026, the alpine hillside music festival near Bern, with a diverse lineup and sunset stages, delivering energetic live sets under the Swiss summer skies.

Melina Nora

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Catch Melina Nora performing at Gurtenfestival 2026, the renowned open-air festival in Bern. Enjoy a vibrant blend of live music, festival vibes, and sunset sets on the Gurten hillside.

Shedea Dona

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Shedea Dona headlines a live set at Gurtenfestival 2026 on the Waldbühne stage, delivering an energetic outdoor music moment at the Swiss festival. Enjoy festival vibes, forest ambience, and a standout performance in a sun-dappled alpine arena.

No Borders No Nations 2026

Thu, 20 Aug 2026

Dachstock

No Borders No Nations 2026 returns Aug 20–22 at Dachstock, Bern, a three-day festival blending music, culture and political discussions that promote solidarity, cross-border exchange and utopian thinking beyond nationalism.

Sami Galbi

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

Experience Sami Galbi live at Gurtenfestival 2026, the iconic hillside festival near Bern. Expect a punchy, melodic performance under open skies, blending catchy pop sensibilities with festival energy, crowd-friendly vibes, and Swiss alpine charm.

MoictaniMoictani

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Gurten Park

MoictaniMoictani performs at Gurtenfestival 2026, the iconic outdoor music festival near Bern. Expect a high-energy set amid alpine scenery, as part of a multi-artist line-up on festival grounds.

Reitschule Fest

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 at 20:00

Dachstock

One-night festival at Dachstock (Reitschule) in Bern showcasing an electric lineup of punk and indie acts in the intimate basement venue, delivering gritty energy, heady riffs, and a true underground concert experience.