A welcoming host region: the St. Gallen Rhine Valley and Altstätten

Altstätten, February 26, 2026

With the historic market town of Altstätten and the St. Gallen Rhine Valley as its venue, the 2027 Swiss Folk Music Festival will have a stage that is perfect for living tradition, music, and encounters. Here, folk culture meets charming scenery, openness, and down-to-earthness.

Altstätten delights visitors with its picturesque old town, short distances, and extensive experience in hosting major events. Whether it's the Altstätten Carnival, RHEMA, or national cultural festivals, the town knows how to welcome guests. During the folk music festival, cozy squares, idyllic alleys, and historic buildings are transformed into a lively festival village. Everything is compact, clearly laid out, and invites visitors to linger.

Nestled between Lake Constance, Alpstein, and the Rhine, the St. Gallen Rhine Valley shows itself from its most beautiful side. Vast vineyards, reed beds, and generous nature characterize the landscape. At the same time, the region is internationally connected and easily accessible, with proximity to Austria, Germany, and Liechtenstein. This mixture of rural charm, modern infrastructure, and a strong sense of community makes the Rhine Valley an ideal host.

The 2027 Swiss Folk Music Festival will bring music from all parts of the country to the Rhine Valley. At the same time, it offers an opportunity to get to know a region that is proud of its traditions and welcomes guests with genuine warmth. Altstätten and the Rhine Valley are looking forward to being the meeting place for the entire folk music family for a few days.