Swiss National Day in Interlaken
Celebrate Swiss National Day in Interlaken Experience how Holiday Region Interlaken maintains its various customs on Swiss National Day. Highlights include bonfires that are lit on the slopes of the surrounding mountains, as well as various folklore performances, from alphorn blowing to flag twirling and yodelling. A popular choice for kids is the torchlight parade and firework display. Celebrate the 1 August in Interlaken and experience a variety of customs and traditions. In the Kursaal Park, 28 paragliders will unfurl the 26 canton flags in flight and get the festivities in Interlaken off to a flying start. This will be followed by a large folklore parade and a folk festival on the town hall square, with various folklore performances. A children's torchlight procession, various bonfires and a fireworks display will round off a day packed with Swiss tradition.
Event Details:
Location
Interlaken, Switzerland
Date
01 Aug, 2026
Organizer
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