Halloween in the Bern Region 🎃

Glowing pumpkins and natural decorations create a wonderfully spooky atmosphere. Pick out pumpkins and Räbeliechtli to carve yourself or to cook a delicious pumpkin soup. A visit to the Lindenholz pumpkin farm in Kleindietwil or to the Bienz family farm in Thalgut is especially worthwhile.

Less spooky, but all the more colourful: on the last Friday in October, Frutigen turns into a lively fair for the Frutigmärit. More than 200 market stalls run by local businesses and market traders from across Switzerland offer a wide variety of goods, regional specialities and culinary treats.

As parking near the village is limited, travelling by public transport is recommended.

Are you ready to discover Bern’s dark side? During this 90-minute walking tour, you’ll learn which restless souls haunt the city, which chilling legends still live on and which crimes once shook Bern. Also available as a special children’s tour: Spooky Bern for children.

We’re celebrating Halloween in a unique atmosphere with spooky drinks, cool sounds and the most original costumes. And for the perfect touch of goosebumps, there’s a dark story right outside the door: Did you know how the Henkerbrünnli got its name? In the past, the bodies of executed people were buried nearby, alongside animal carcasses. Today, it’s all about celebrating rather than being spooked.

Sikypark turns mysterious and delightfully spooky. Experience a special Halloween evening at the Swiss Animal Rescue Park and enjoy the mystical atmosphere. Visitors in costume receive free admission from 6:00 pm. Look forward to surprise entertainment. The park is open until 11:00 pm.

The «Día de Muertos» is one of Mexico’s most important holidays, a time to lovingly remember those who have passed away and to celebrate life. Look forward to workshops, exhibitions, performances and guided tours, Mexican food stalls on Helvetiaplatz, market stalls in the museum park and the Catrinas Parade through Bern’s Old Town.