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Rhine Falls Fireworks, Neuhausen am Rheinfall

Highlight events in the Schaffhauserland

Lights out, spotlight on - the Schaffhauserland shows what it can do. Up and down the Rhine, people listen, celebrate and marvel.

International festivals, culinary highlights, and local charm await you. Discover the annual event highlights in the Schaffhausen region.

Lively get-together in an alley in Schaffhausen. Some are enjoying an aperitif, while others are dancing.
3.
July
Every first Friday of the monthJuly 3, 2026
First Friday

Every first Friday of the month, Schaffhausen's Old Town becomes a stage: Culture, culinary delights, and creativity invite you to discover, marvel, and enjoy.

to First Friday
A square between houses in the old town. The square is filled with people. In the foreground, there is a stage with the inscription "Stars in Town".
29.
July
July 29 to August 8, 202607/29/26
Stars in Town

In the heart of Schaffhausen's old town, world-class bands and Swiss stars transform the city into a lively festival over six evenings.

to Stars in Town
A large red firework is lighting up the sky above the Rhine Falls.
31.
July
July 31, July July 31, 2026
Rhine Falls Fireworks

After dark, around 9:45 p.m., the Rhine Falls are illuminated by the impressive fireworks displays.

for the fireworks
View from above of a round fortress. A large screen stands on the battlements, and cinema-goers are seated in front of it.
3.
Aug.
August 3–7, August August 3, 2026
Munot Cinema

Over five evenings, enjoy hand-picked films on the big screen in a unique atmosphere high above Schaffhausen on the Munot.

To the Munot Cinema
Benches in an illuminated courtyard. The benches are filled with people. A Kleine Bühne is set up, with a musician performing on it.
5.
Aug.
August 5–15, August August 5, 2026
nordArt Theatre Festival

The nordArt Theater Festival delights with witty, high-quality productions in a family-friendly atmosphere right in the heart of Stein am Rhein.

To the nordArt Theatre Festival
Six actors in costume. A large painting of a cloister in the background. A nun, a police officer, a man wearing a top hat, and a man holding a cake.
17.
Aug.
August 17–27, August August 17, 2026
SHpektakel

A renowned theater in Schaffhausen: Since 2000, director Damir Žižek has been delighting audiences with gripping productions, classics, and modern plays.

to SHpektakel
Various stands where you can taste wine are set up in the cloister at Allerheiligen. People are standing at the stalls and drinking wine.
27.
Aug.
August 27–29, August August 27, 2026
Schafuuser Wiiprob

More than 30 winemakers will be presenting Allerheiligen wines in the cloister at Allerheiligen . Taste, compare, and enjoy—right in the heart of Schaffhausen.

About the Schafuuser wine tasting
A couple is holding hands. They are walking through the colorfully decorated alleys at the Autumn Festival in Wilchingen.
5.
Sep.
September October09/05/26
Autumn Festivals

The autumn festivals in the Pinot Noir area celebrate wine, indulgence, and culture – with tastings and an autumnal atmosphere amidst picturesque villages and vineyards.

to the autumn festivals
An old city facade with an archway at night. The facade is illuminated with the slogan "Museumsnacht Hegau-Schaffhausen."
19.
Sep.
September 19, September 09/19/26
Museum Night Hegau-Schaffhausen

Experience museums, galleries, and many other places for one night. Discover, meet, and engage in conversation: that is the Schaffhausen-Hegau Museum Night.

to the Museum Night
Two girls, each carrying a large shopping bag with Herbstmesse written on it, stroll between stalls.
21.
Oct.
October 21–25 October October 21, 2026
Schaffhausen Fall Fair

Colorful and always surprising - that's the Schaffhausen Autumn Fair: Over 160 exhibitors present their products and services and invite you to taste them.

to the fall fair
A woman is holding a child's hand and watching the carousel.
2.
Dec.
December 2, December , through January 3, January 12/02/26
Märlistadt Stein am Rhein

Starting December 3, the Märlistadt Stein am Rhein visitors December lights, fairy-tale scenes, music, and culinary delights in its historic old town.

to the Märlistadt
An event hall has been converted into a cinema. Various chairs and fabric armchairs are set up inside, and a large screen hangs at the very front.
13.
Jan.
January 13–17, January January 13, 2027
Schaffhausen Film Festival

For a few days in January , Kammgarn movie theater January set up at the Kammgarn Cultural Center. Well-known classics and new regional releases will be shown on the big screen.

to the Film Festival
A piano with sheet music. A person is playing with one hand.
8.
Feb.
February 8–14, February February 8, 2027
Schaffhausen Masterclasses

During the master classes, Schaffhausen becomes a workshop for classical music. Practice rooms are open. Listen to young talents making music.

to the masterclasses
A band with drums, saxophone, double bass, electric guitar, and trumpet stands on a stage. Spotlights cast a blue light on the musicians.
9.
May
May 9–15, May May 9, 2027
Schaffhausen Jazz Festival

Every May , Schaffhausen May the jazz capital of Switzerland.

To the Jazz Festival
Many cyclists are on a road that is closed to cars. The road runs along a stream and fields.
9.
May
May 9, 2027May 9, 2027
slowUp Schaffhausen-Hegau

Go full power with your bike, e-bike, or inline skates – on this day, the roads will be closed to cars along the 38-kilometer circular route.

to slowUp
A crowd with many marquees on the left and right.
11.
June
June 11 and 12, 2027June 11, 2027
Lindli Festival

The Lindli Fäscht delights with live music, culinary treats, and children's attractions directly on the Rhine. Two days of festive atmosphere for all ages in Schaffhausen.

To the Lindli Festival
People are standing in an art exhibition.
17.
June
June 17–20 June June 17, 2027
Schaffhausen Culture Days

For four days in June , venues throughout Schaffhausen June into stages, showcasing the diversity of Schaffhausen’s culture.

to the Culture Days
24.
May
May 24–28, May May 24, 2028
32nd International Bach Festival Schaffhausen

The Schaffhausen Bach Festival is one of Switzerland's most important Baroque festivals—featuring top-tier ensembles, innovative concert programs, and cantata services.

to the Bach Festival