Current occasions & events
New Year’s Eve by the Reuss
Say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new one! With good friends at the most beautiful spot in town. Take a look at our New Year’s Eve menus—it’s worth it:
Wild game specials at Des Alpes from September 23, 2026
We take pride in our sourcing: All our venison is sourced fresh, sustainably, and with the highest quality from the Hirschpark Littauer Bärg in Lucerne.
Christmas Magic by the Chapel Bridge
03 December 2026 – 24 December 2026: As the scent of mulled wine and freshly baked Christmas treats fills the streets, and the lights of Lucerne’s Old Town shimmer on the waters of the Reuss, the city reveals its most enchanting and cozy side.
New Year’s magic over Lake Lucerne
Welcome in the New Year with spectacular fireworks over Lake Lucerne! Thursday, January 1, 2026, at 8:15 p.m. Insiders order a glass of Lucerne sparkling
LILU – Light & Magic Right on Your Doorstep
From January 14, 2027, through January 24, 2027, enjoy an atmospheric evening celebrating the Lucerne Festival of Lights.
Lucerne weekly market: Freshness. Tradition. Joy of life.
Immerse yourself in the authentic heart of Lucerne, where shopping is still an experience for all the senses. The Lucerne weekly market is not just
Event calendar
On the website of Lucerne Tourism is an up-to-date and clear calendar of events which informs about the events around Lucerne.