10 events in Switzerland not to miss in May 2023
From the Swiss Comic Con to dance festivals, and goat trekking to cheese markets, here are all the events you shouldn’t miss in May in Switzerland.
Zurich Oberland Cheese Market
If you don’t mind travelling to the Zurich countryside, the regional cheese market held in the small village Saland is worth the trip. On May 1st, you can get to know local cheese makers and discover over 200 cheese specialties while being entertained by Bachteltrychler, yodel choirs, and alphorn players from 9am to 4pm. Admission is free.
Festival uf em Berg
Once your backpack is stuffed full of cheese, you should make your way to Zurich’s Adlisberg festival which runs until 8pm on May 1st. In addition to great live music, the festival is also host to a variety of food stations and you can even partake in outdoor yoga with fellow revellers.
ZugSports Festival
Coined ‘the most beautiful sports festival in Switzerland’, the ZugSports Festival takes place from May 3rd to May 13th in the city of Zug. Whether you’d like to try out a less popular sport, join in games, or simply want to marvel at the athletes, the festival caters to sports enthusiasts of every level. The best part? It’s completely free.
