# Switzerland in October 2026: Events & Festivals

> The best events in Switzerland in October 2026: Basler Herbstmesse (Oct 24 – Nov 8, 2026). Dates checked on official sites.

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# Events in Switzerland in October 2026

Updated October 22, 2026

 Short answer

The best events in Switzerland in October 2026: Basler Herbstmesse (Oct 24 – Nov 8, 2026). Dates checked on official sites.

Oct 24 – Nov 8, 2026

🎉 Festival · Basel · [🎨 Basel](https://swisswander.com/discover-switzerland/#region-northwest)

### Basler Herbstmesse

Switzerland's biggest funfair, spread over seven squares of Basel's old town, with rides, food stalls and the Hääfelimäärt pottery market. 2026 is its 555th edition.

[Official site ↗](https://www.basel.com/en/events/basler-herbstmesse) · [Hotels nearby →](https://www.stay22.com/allez/roam?aid=elisa30&campaign=events_basler_herbstmesse_2026&lat=47.5&lng=7.9)