Zurich Openair

Zürich Openair

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MusicZurich
DatesDates TBA · Usually AugustCheck locally before booking
Duration2 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsZurich Openair's identity rests on scale and
LanguageFrench, German, Italian, and RomanshCurrency: CHF
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

Zurich Openair in Zurich

Zurich Openair set out in 2010 to give Switzerland's largest city a broad-lineup international festival on the flat grounds near Rumlang, close to Zurich Airport. Rather than specializing in one genre, it books across pop, rock, electronic and hip-hop, with past lineups including The Killers, Kraftwerk and Post Malone, drawing crowds near 80,000 at its 2017 peak. It is entirely separate from both Street Parade, the city's one-day techno parade, and Zurich Film Festival's September cinema program.

Zurich Openair set out in 2010 to give Switzerland's largest city a broad-lineup international festival on the scale of the big European open-airs, staged on the flat grounds near Rumlang, close enough to Zurich Airport that the flight path becomes part of the backdrop.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Zurich Openair's identity rests on scale and range rather than a single genre: pop, rock, electronic and hip-hop headliners have shared the same festival weekend on the flat grounds near Rumlang, close enough to Zurich Airport for the flight path to become part of the scenery

02

The mystery stays covered

Past lineups have included The Killers, The Prodigy, Kraftwerk, Nine Inch Nails, Mumford and Sons and Post Malone, and the festival's 2017 edition drew close to 80,000 attendees, among the largest crowds in the Swiss festival calendar

03

The city starts moving

It is worth distinguishing clearly from two other Zurich events sharing the city's name recognition: Street Parade, a one-day techno street parade each August, and Zurich Film Festival, a September cinema event with no live-music stages at all

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival is often confused with Zurich's other headline events

Water and renewal

Living ritual

so regular attendees make a point of distinguishing it clearly from Street Parade's one-day techno parade and Zurich Film Festival's September cinema program

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually August

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Zurich you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Light summer clothing and sun protection for daytime sets on the open Rumlang airfield, a layer for cooling late-August evenings, and sturdy shoes for the flat but extensive festival...

Safety

Zurich Openair is easier with a small bag, charged phone and group plan that survives poor signal.

Where to stay

For busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Zurich Openair does not become the hardest part.

Tickets/cost

Ticketing varies by venue and stage. Confirm official passes before booking travel.

Language/currency

CHF

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map47.37 N, 8.54 EOpen in Google Maps

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Nearest airportZRH — Zürich
TransportStay close enough to the part of Zurich you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaFor busy dates, stay near reliable routes so the return after Zurich Openair does not become the hardest part.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Zurich via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Zurich, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for August.Compare faresFestival gearLight summer clothing and sun protection for daytime sets on the open Rumlang airfield, a layer for cooling late-August evenings, and sturdy shoes for the flat but extensive festival grounds.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Switzerland and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Zurich Openair?

Zurich Openair is listed for Past edition: 29–30 August 2025. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Zurich Openair take place?

The festival is listed in Zurich, Switzerland. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

2 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLzuerich.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually August
Source statusOfficial source linked
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