From June to August/September each summer, Switzerland plays host to over a dozen major open-air music festivals that feature world-renowned acts of many different musical styles. The locations are superb, the atmosphere amazing, the caliber of bands impressive, and the offerings second-to-none—from food, drinks, and facilities to security and even some extras like small rides and other activities.

As these events are extremely popular, with several concerts each day included in the price of the ticket, they sell out rather quickly, especially for the well-known international stars. Be sure not to miss out on these unforgettable concerts with big stars this summer!

Organizers again have been able to book amazing lineups with stars like 50 Cent, Alan Walker, Alanis Morissette, Alice Cooper, Alvaro Soler, Amy Macdonald, Anastacia, Bebe Rexha, The Black Keys, Boomtown Rats featuring Bob Geldof, Brandi Carlile, Bryan Adams, Chaka Khan, CRO, Deichkind, Diana Ross, Dianne Reeves, Empire of the Sun, Fab Morvan aka Milli Vanilli, James Blunt, Jelly Roll, Joe Bonamassa, Justin Timberlake, Kim Wilde, Lionel Richie, Macklemore, Massive Attack, Milow, Neil Young and the Chrome Hearts, Nelly Furtado, Peter Maffay, Picture This, Ray Dalton, Rea Garvey, Roxette, Rüfüs du Sol, Sam Fender, Samara Joy, Santana, Scorpions, Shawn Mendes, SIDO, Will Smith, and Worakls Orchestra.

Check out the individual entries on the calendar for more information about each music festival; they can easily be identified by selecting the “Music Festivals” category on the top of the calendar.

Note that parking is limited for most of these events, so taking the train is recommended. The SBB offers special “Railaway-Kombi” tickets or discounted train tickets to many of these festivals; simply ask at your SBB ticket office or go online at https://www.sbb.ch/en/leisure-holidays/activities/events.html.

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