Activities in the Neue Festhalle

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The Awards

Cheese as far as the eye can see: around 5,000 cheeses from over 40 countries will be on show. Be there live at the World Cheese Awards on Thursday, 13 November.

Swiss Fine Food Market

Over the course of three days, market stalls on an area of around 2000m2 await you, laden with national delicacies to discover and sample.

Restaurants

If hunger pangs strike at any time, we recommend a visit to the restaurant in the Neue Festhalle.

Programme

Thursday, 13 November 20252025
Swiss Fine Food Market	10:00 to 21:00	STAGE, Neue Festhalle
Opening ceremony	10:00 to 10:30	CUBE, Neue Festhalle
Pre-selection Awards	10:15 to 12:30	STAGE, Neue Festhalle
Selection of finalists Awards (not public)	14:00 to 14:45
Moderated final awards	17:00 to 18:00	CUBE, Neue Festhalle

Friday, 14 November 2025
Swiss Fine Food Market	10:00 to 21:00	STAGE, Neue Festhalle
Viewing 5,000 cheeses	10:00 to 21:00	STAGE, Neue Festhalle

Saturday, 15 November 2025
Swiss Fine Food Market	09:00 to 13:00	STAGE, Neue Festhalle

Activities around the Neue Festhalle

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Cheese Festival

A cheese market with a superb selection of specialities awaits you right next to the Neue Festhalle.

Wankdorf neighbourhood square

Games, fun and delicious indulgence await you on the neighbourhood square. From YB football goal wall shooting to cheese rolling and live music, there’s something for everyone.

Culinary diversity

Naturally, there will be no shortage of culinary delights around the Neue Festhalle. From the historic Fondue Tram to the food trucks, the choice is wide!

Tickets

Adults CHF 10; Children up to 16 years free

activities around the Neue Festhalle are freely accessible

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