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Location: Gasthaus Albisgütli, Zürich
Albisgütli celebrates its “40th Country Music Festival” with a star-studded lineup!
From January 30 to March 1, 2026, the legendary Country Music Festival at Zurich’s Albisgütli will celebrate its 40th edition. Since 1985, this unique event has been a highlight in the Albisgütli event calendar and, in its anniversary year, will present an international star lineup including Alana Springsteen and Kelsey Waldon.
40 Years of the Country Festival at Albisgütli – A Success Story
Since 2015, the Remimag Group has been operating the Albisgütli Inn and organizing the Country Music Festival there. The first Country Music Festival was held in the Albisgütli banquet hall in 1985, initiated by the then management. Now held 39 times, the event has become an established fixture in the Swiss country scene and will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2026.
A Star-Studded Lineup from Home and Abroad
Fresh off touring with Keith Urban in 2025, Alana Springsteen – the new superstar on the country music horizon – will come directly from Nashville exclusively to Zurich for the 40th Albisgütli Country Music Festival. The festival will be opened by the internationally acclaimed Kelsey Waldon, singer-songwriter from Kentucky, signed to John Prine’s legendary label Oh Boy Records – a premiere guaranteed to give goosebumps.
Also taking the stage is High South, a US country-rock band from Nashville known for their rich vocal harmonies and West Coast sound. The program also features numerous debuts from local artists such as Bo & Ronja Katzman, the harmonious father-daughter duo, CROAK, and Sam Red, all performing live on the Albisgütli stage for the very first time.
Not to be missed are Rosewood, Albisgütli stage veterans like Doug Adkins (USA/DE) with a new album in tow, as well as Andy Martin and Marco Gottardi, who – together with longtime companions and surprise guests – will create emotional highlights for the anniversary edition.
In addition, Karen McDawn (AT) will celebrate her first-ever concert in Switzerland – with her own band and to the delight of the local line dance community.
“Being able to experience such a star lineup up close is truly unique. The musical mix of international superstars, top Swiss artists, and exciting newcomers makes the festival so special. For the 40th anniversary, audiences can also look forward to several highlights and surprises – and we’re setting new culinary accents as well,” says Sebastian Maiss, Managing Director of Gasthaus Albisgütli.
40 Years of Stars Up Close!
The historic banquet hall offers an intimate setting that creates closeness between audience and artists. A diverse culinary offering, the popular American breakfast with childcare, and various exhibitors ensure variety and a true festival atmosphere. Over 500 free parking spaces and a tram stop directly in front of the venue guarantee convenient travel.
Thus, even after 40 years, the Albisgütli Country Festival remains what it has always been: a place of encounters, closeness to the stars, and unforgettable moments – now shining with new sparkle and many surprises for the 40th anniversary.
For more details and the complete program, visit the official festival website.