Festi’Terroir 2025 in Geneva
Festi’Terroir 2025 at Parc des Bastions – Three days to celebrate Geneva’s local flavours!
SAVE THE DATE! The 7th edition of Festi’Terroir returns to Geneva from August 29 to 31, 2025, for a weekend full of flavours, encounters, and discoveries centered on local and sustainable agriculture.
A civic and gourmet gathering, Festi’Terroir transforms Parc des Bastions into an open-air market featuring local producers, culinary artisans, wineries, breweries, distilleries, and much more. It’s the perfect opportunity to shop directly from those who grow, craft, and promote a delicious and responsible food culture.
At a glance:
- Friday, August 29 – 5pm to 10pm: Opening from 5pm with wineries, breweries, distilleries, non-alcoholic drinks, and food. Official opening at 6pm and live concert by Grand Balthazar at 7pm.
- Saturday, August 30 – 10am to 10pm: Large farmers’ market in the central lane until 7pm, music and concerts in the park until 10pm, a wide range of local food and wine discoveries throughout the day.
- Sunday, August 31 – 10am to 5pm: Market, concerts, and talks all day in the park.
Practical information:
- Location: Parc des Bastions, Geneva
- Dates: Friday, August 29 to Sunday, August 31, 2025
- Admission: Free entry
Full programme, map, and list of concerts, workshops, and talks available at festiterroir.ch.
Festi’Terroir 2025 is waiting for you!
Jazz & Wine 2025 in Champéry
Fridays in August are set to be full of flavour and rhythm!
This summer, Jazz & Wine welcomes you to Champéry every Friday from July 4 to August 29, 2025 (except on August 1), from 6 PM to 11 PM.
Settle in on a terrace, let yourself be carried away by smooth jazz sounds, and enjoy refined cuisine paired with carefully selected wines. A unique atmosphere where live music and local terroir blend harmoniously — all against the stunning backdrop of the Dents du Midi and Dents Blanches.
Three partner venues — Café du Nord, l’Alta and At’Home — join forces to offer you a delightful and itinerant experience. Every Friday, discover a new venue, a different live band, and the wines of a featured winemaker.
Practical information:
- Every Friday from August 8 to August 29, 2025 (except August 1)
- Time: 6 PM – 11 PM
- Food and wine available on-site (reservations highly recommended for dinner)
- In case of bad weather, the event moves indoors
- Venues: Café du Nord, l’Alta, At’Home – Champéry
- Admission: free
Full programme available at jazzandwine.ch.
Come celebrate summer to the sound of jazz — glass in hand!
Bal des Vigneronnes 2025 in Dardagny
The annual Bal des Vigneronnes is back on Saturday, July 19, 2025 in Dardagny!
Join us at the Hangar Collectif in Dardagny to enjoy a variety of wines, craft beers and local delicacies. A perfect occasion to support local women winemakers, discover their creations, and celebrate summer in a festive, authentic atmosphere.
- Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025 from 7:00 PM
- Location: Hangar Collectif, 29 Route de la Donzelle, Dardagny
- On the menu: Food, wine and beer
- Entertainment: Back to the 80’s & DJ Safrane
Follow Bal des Vigneronnes on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates.
Fête des Vigneronnes 2025
The fifth edition of La Fête des Vigneronnes returns on June 27 and 28, 2025, at Place Alfred Stucky in Lausanne.
Come celebrate the passion and hard work of women in viticulture and meet the artisan winemakers who shine a light on the diversity of winegrowing in French-speaking Switzerland.
Among them, meet members of our association Artisanes du Vin:
- Emilienne Hutin, Domaine Les Hutins
- Céline Austing, Encavage de la Rochette
- Sophie Dugerdil, Domaine Dugerdil
- Sandrine Caloz, Cave Caloz
- Mélanie Weber, Vins Weber
- Noémie Graff, Domaine Le Satyre
- Stéphanie Delarze, Domaine de la Baudelière
- Francesca Maigre, Domaine des Bonnettes
Find the full list of winemakers and their scheduled presence at: lafetedesvigneronnes.ch.
During this festive event, you’ll have the chance to interact directly with passionate women winemakers, discover a wide variety of wine estates, from the vineyards of Burgundy to the hillsides of Neuchâtel, and enjoy a lively, welcoming atmosphere around Place Alfred Stucky.
Practical information:
- June 27 & 28, 2025, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Place Alfred Stucky, Lausanne (next to Café de Grancy)
- Free entry
Save the date and join us in supporting the Artisanes du Vin as we celebrate their vital role in the Swiss wine landscape!
Geneva Open Cellars 2025
On May 24, 2025, 70 winemakers in the Geneva region invite you to discover their vineyards and taste their wines during a special open cellars day.
Bordered by the Jura, the Prealps and Lake Geneva, this region offers a rich mosaic of soils and microclimates. From Chasselas to Chardonnay and Gamay, explore Geneva’s vibrant winemaking scene.
Meet these Swiss Wine Artisan women:
- Emilienne Hutin Zumbach in Dardagny
- Céline Dugerdil in Avully
- Sophie Dugerdil in Dardagny
- Sarah Meylan Favre in Cologny
- Francesca Maigre in Bernex
- Adeline Wegmuller in Jussy
More info and cellar list: geneveterroir.ch
Valais Open Cellars 2025
From May 29 to 31, 2025, explore over 230 open cellars in Valais from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. – the perfect event for wine lovers.
Taste unique grape varieties like Cornalin, Petite Arvine, Amigne, and Humagne Rouge, and meet the passionate winemakers behind them.
Meet these Swiss Wine Artisan women during the event:
- Isabelle Ançay in Fully
- Isabella Kellenberger in Leuk Stadt
- Sandrine Caloz in Miège
- Félizitas Mathier Benicchio in Salgesch
Details, full list of cellars, and tickets: caves-ouvertes-valais.ch
Ticino Open Cellars 2025
In 2025, Ticino invites you to enjoy two weekends of wine discovery and cellar tours.
The 25th edition of Cantine Aperte (Open Cellars) will take place on:
- May 17–18 in Sopraceneri
- May 24–25 in Sottoceneri
More than 80 wineries across the canton will open their doors from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., offering visitors the opportunity to explore production sites, walk through vineyards, taste new vintages, and meet the winemakers in person.
Ticino Open Cellars is a unique opportunity to experience the diversity and excellence of wines from Switzerland’s southernmost region. From northern valleys to southern slopes, each wine region tells a story of passion, tradition, and innovation.
In 2025, several Swiss women winemakers will also be participating. Don’t miss the chance to discover their work and signature cuvées.
Find full event details, participating wineries, and practical info at: www.cantineaperte.ch
Save the dates and join us in celebrating the wines of Ticino!
Open Cellars in Neuchâtel 2025
On May 9th and 10th, 2025, explore the Neuchâtel wine region with 37 passionate winemakers.
Take this unique opportunity to visit the wineries, taste the new vintages, and meet the winemakers.
Hours: Friday, May 9th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday, May 10th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Several Swiss Wine Artisans will open their doors during these Caves Ouvertes. Visit them at their wineries to discover their cuvées:
- Laura Udriet in Boudry
- Chantal Ritter Cochand in Le Landeron
Find more information and their winery addresses on their websites!
To participate in the Neuchâtel Caves Ouvertes, book your ticket online now at www.cavesouvertesneuchatel.ch.
DiVINes! The Swiss Women Winemakers' Fair
The Artisanes du Vin are thrilled to promote DiVINes!, the Swiss Women Winemakers’ Fair, returning on November 1st and 2nd, 2024, in the enchanting setting of Château de Rolle.
Since 2021, Rolle has hosted this unique event, celebrating the excellence of Swiss women in wine each year. The fair is part of a growing movement to highlight the work of Swiss women winemakers and women who are passionate about wine.
This year, the event will take place on:
- Friday, November 1st from 4 pm to 10 pm
- Saturday, November 2nd from 11 am to 7 pm
You’ll have the opportunity to meet 45 specially selected winemakers, engage with these passionate women, and discover wines that reflect their unique personalities and dedication to their craft.
Entry is CHF 25 for adults, and CHF 20 for AVS, AI, and students. A tasting glass is included with every ticket.
For practical information, to discover this year’s guest of honor, and to purchase your tickets, visit divines.ch.
In addition to a complimentary glass, three exclusive tasting workshops led by Johanna Dayer, Master of Wine candidate and teacher at the School of Changins, will allow you to experience rare vintages and exceptional flavors. Each session is followed by a gourmet appetizer prepared by the Artisan Cooks of Rolle.
Please note, space is limited to 10 or 15 participants per workshop!
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10th Vigneronnes' Ball in Dardagny
The Vigneronnes’ Ball returns with its 10th edition, to be held on July 20, 2024, from 7 PM in Dardagny.
Organized by a passionate group of Geneva winemakers, the Vigneronnes’ Ball is the perfect occasion to celebrate summer and enjoy a convivial moment with local products.
Join us at the collective hangar in Dardagny, Route de la Donzelle, to taste a variety of wines, beers, and local products. For those who prefer non-alcoholic drinks, local alternatives will be available.
This year’s edition features entertainment starting at 7 PM, where you can dance to the tunes of the Hot Tubes Band and DJ Safrane. Come one, come all!
For the latest updates on the event, follow the Vigneronnes’ Ball on Facebook and Instagram.
