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Schlagerparade / Foto: Yanik Bürkli
Discover the top events in Chur such as the Schlagerparade, the Chur Festival, the Long Saturday and other classics. And while browsing through the calendar of events, you are sure to discover other personal highlights! 
Maiensässfahrt

May 13, 2025 Churer Maiensässfahrt

The traditional Maiensässfahrt has been taking Chur schoolchildren to the mountains in spring for 170 years. The day ends with a procession to the Quaderwiese, songs and the announcement of a day off.

May 25 – June 1, 2025 Streetfood Festival

Flavours from all over the world - right in Chur! Discover a variety of delicacies at the Streetfood Festival, from exotic specialities to popular classics.

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May 31, 2025 Spring Festival Chur

On 31 May, Chur's old town is transformed into a colourful festival area. The Chur Spring Festival attracts visitors with live music, street food, a children's programme and a regional market.

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June 6 – 7, 2025 Buskers Chur

Buskers Chur turns the old town of Chur into a lively venue for contemporary street art. 

Buskers Chur turns Chur's old town into a street art stage: numerous artists, performers and musicians from all over the world present their top-class shows at different locations over three days. Right on the street, close enough to touch. 

www.buskers-chur.ch
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June 12 – 22, 2025 KINOA OpenAir Cinema

Magical film evenings in the open air! Enjoy unforgettable cinema moments in a unique atmosphere at the KINOA OpenAir Cinema - with a varied programme for young and old.

Mountainbiken: Bike Kingdom Ambassador Nino Schurter

June 20 – 21, 2025 E-Bike Festival und Tour de Suisse

E-bike festival meets top-class sport: on 20 June 2025, the Bike Kingdom E-bike Festival and the start of the Tour de Suisse will transform Chur into a paradise for bike fans.

www.bikekingdom.ch
Calanda Broncos Football

July 12, 2025 Swiss Bowl XXXIX

The 39th Swiss Bowl is coming to Chur! The American football final will take place at the home of the Calanda Broncos in 2025 - a highlight for all football fans.

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August 8 – 10, 2025 Chur city festival

Every August, Chur hosts its big summer festival and the town is transformed into one big festival hut for three days.

Every August, Chur invites you to its big summer festival: at the Chur festival, dozens of regional clubs provide a varied entertainment program at various festival sites and transform the city into a single festival hut.

www.churerfest.ch
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September 13, 2025 Arcas Rock

Rocking sounds in the heart of Chur! Experience thrilling live acts and an incomparable atmosphere at the Arcas Rock Festival on the atmospheric Arcasplatz.

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September 26 – 27, 2025 Schlager parade

The cult event of the year: every year in early fall, the big Schlager parade takes place in the Grisons capital. A big party for everyone who loves pop songs!

The cult event of the year: every year in early fall, the big Schlager parade takes place in the Grisons capital. A big party for everyone who loves pop songs! In addition to the big parade, there are concerts, parties, a children's program and a nostalgic roller-skating disco.

www.schlagerparade.ch
Oktoberfest Chur

October 24 – November 01, 2025 Oktoberfest

Celebrate hearty conviviality with beer, pretzels and a great atmosphere in Chur! Secure your place for the party of the year from April 14.

www.calanda-oktoberfest.ch
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November 15, 2025 Long Saturday

Every November, Long Saturday invites you to enjoy 12 hours of culture in Chur: cultural venues and institutions open their doors from 12 noon to midnight and present a colorful bouquet of events.

Every November, Long Saturday invites you to enjoy 12 hours of culture in Chur: from 12 noon to midnight, countless cultural venues and institutions open their doors and present a colorful bouquet of events. Exhibitions, concerts, readings, dance and theater provide entertainment for young and old alike.

www.langer-samstag.ch

November 28 – December 23, 2025 Advent and Christmas markets in Chur

The Christmas market (28.-29.11.25) and the Christkindlimarkt are among the highlights of Advent in Chur. Discover further highlights.

www.churer-advent.ch

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All events in Chur

The latest news on exhibitions, customs, concerts, festivals, theater, children & families, art and much more: The calendar of events provides a chronological overview of events in Chur.