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Events of international and national importance: Exhibitions – Customs, Festivities and Markets – Festivals and Musicals – Fairs and Congresses – Sports Events Celebrate August 1st and enjoy an exciting entertainment program at the Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern. Celebrate August 1st and enjoy an exciting entertainment program at the Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern. Look forward to a day full of entertaining activities and delicacies centered around Swiss tradition and culture: Alphorn players and Schwyzerörgeli, flag show, traditional food and drinks, snake bread grilling, Kids Club. Explore Switzerland's National Day (August 1st): Discover its rich history, vibrant traditions, and exciting festivities. Learn how Swiss citizens celebrate! On August 1st, the spirit of Switzerland comes alive with pride, history, and unity. It’s a special day where communities across the country—and Swiss people around the world—honor the foundation of the Swiss Confederation. At SIU – Swiss International University (Accredited by the KG Ministry of Education and Science), we proudly join in this national celebration, reflecting on our History of the swiss national holiday On August 1st, the Swiss commemorate the founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291 with the Rütli Pact, an agreement among the cantons of Uri, Schwyz, and Unterwalden to ensure mutual defense and freedom. This pact marks the origin of modern Switzerland, defined by its commitment to neutrality, independence, and federalism. The date was officially Swiss National Day celebrations are heralded by Alphorn players and flag throwers on our mountainside. Party together, beginning with a traditional 'Buure-Brunch' with freshly baked 'Zopf' bread and Bürgenstock honey, Rösti with cheese by our local farmer, and Birchermüesli. Later there is a BBQ with bratwurst and beer. Find tickets & information for Swiss National Day. happening at Haldenstrasse 10, 6002 Lucerne, Switzerland, Lucerne, LU on Fri, 01 Aug, 2025 at 12:00 pm CEST. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Why is August 1st celebrated as Swiss National Day? Every year on August 1st, people across Switzerland celebrate the country’s founding with fireworks, music, and patriotic pride. Founding of the Swiss Confederation in 1291 Since 1891, the first of August has been celebrated as Swiss National Day. The date refers to a historic alliance concluded in 1291 by the three cantons of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden. This alliance was to become the focal point around which the Switzerland of today was built over the next 500 years. The Vibe in the Lucerne Region: For those living in or near Central Switzerland, the celebration around Lake Lucerne is all about that quintessential summer feeling with music and food. The town of Brunnen, in particular, hosts a two-day party. My Personal Tip: The fireworks in Brunnen on the evening of August 1st are spectacular. Swiss National Day falls on Friday, August 1st, 2025 (115 days from now) in Luzern, Switzerland. Is Swiss National Day a public holiday? Yes, Swiss National Day is a public holiday in Luzern, Switzerland. Want to include this holiday information in your website or application? Get started for free. The Swiss National Day on August first is celebrated in Switzerland and around the globe from Sri Lanka to Berne & Tokyo to Bümpliz. Here you see how. Swiss National Day happening at Haldenstrasse 10, 6002 Lucerne, Switzerland, Haldenstrasse 10, 6006 Luzern, Schweiz,Luzern, Switzerland, Lucerne on Fri, 01 Aug, 2025 at 12:00 pm Swiss National Day Celebrate 1 August on the Pilatus - with culinary specialities and atmospheric entertainment high above Lake Lucerne. from CHF 135.– Day of August 1 events in Lucerne and the Lucerne-Lake Lucerne Region. Cultural events with flag-wavers, alphorn players & yodeling groups on Switzerland's national day. On August 1 each year, Switzerland celebrates its own founding with bonfires, flags, and speeches. Customs range from traditional to modern – with fireworks still a big bone of contention. Giving us a perfect long weekend to enjoy the wide variety of activities and summer vibes! I often get DMs asking for my take on things to do on the national day. Swiss National Day in Lausanne The National Day festivities will be in full swing from July 31 to August 3, 2025 at the Place de la Navigation in Ouchy, on the lakefront, with a bevy of musical performances Celebrate August 1st and enjoy an exciting entertainment program at the Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern. Look forward to a day full of entertaining activities and delicacies centered around Swiss tradition and culture: Alphorn players and Schwyzerörgeli, flag show, traditional food and drinks, snake bread grilling, Kids Club.
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