Willkommen, Bienvenue, Benvenuti, Bainvegni... Griessach!
"Z Grindelwald den Gletschren by, wein mier zämen zfriden syn!"
For the first time in history, a Federal Youth Yodelling Festival is taking place - and Grindelwald has the honor of hosting this event. On September 12, 2026, children and young people from all over Switzerland will come together to showcase their skills in the traditional disciplines of yodelling, alphorn and Büchel blowing as well as flag-waving.
The festival not only offers a stage for young talents in Swiss folklore, but also a varied supporting program for visitors. With concerts, demonstrations and interactive experiences, Grindelwald becomes a meeting place of Swiss traditions.
| Date | 11 September - 13 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Time | See the respective daily program |
| Venues | Eiger+ Nordwand square, Bär square, Curling Hall, Reformed Church, Congress Hall, Graben School and Catholic Church |
| Entry | Information about the festival pin for Saturday will follow. For Friday and Sunday, see further information under the respective day. |
Friday, September 11
Further information
From 5:30 pm | Festival catering at Bärplatz
From 6:30 pm | Dinner in the festival tent
From 8:00 pm | Evening entertainment in the festival tent at Bärplatz with the yodelling group jung[&]zwäg, Bodeständix Innerschweiz, the Chlausengruppe Schwellbrunn, and the yodelling group Gastlosenkläng Jaun.
Prices for the evening entertainment in the festival tent (Friday)
- From 16 years | CHF 20.—
- 6 – 15 years | CHF 10.—
- 0 – 5 years | Free
Tickets can be purchased directly on site.
Saturday, September 12
Further information
From 7:00 am | Festival catering at Bärplatz
From 9:30 am | Performances in the categories of yodelling, flag throwing, alphorn and Büchel playing at various locations, as well as activities for children and young people around the Graben school building. The different groups will receive individual feedback from a professional jury, without being compared to other performances.
From 5:30 pm | Official festival speech followed by a yodelling celebration with the Ländler trio Augenschmaus.
Festival pin prices
- From 16 years | CHF 25.—
- 6 – 15 years | CHF 10.—
- 0 – 5 years | Free
More information and included services here.
Sunday, September 13
Further information
From 8:00 am | Tent opening
9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Rich Grindelwald brunch with regional specialties
From 10:00 am | Relaxed closing with Beo-Stubete
11:15 am | Last admission for brunch
Prices for the Grindelwald brunch with Beo-Stubete
- From 16 years | CHF 35.—
- 12 – 16 years | CHF 20.—
- 0 – 11 years | CHF 1.— per year of age
Join Our Volunteer Team
For the planning of this event, we can rely on a dedicated organizing team. Nevertheless, from September 11 to 13 we depend on volunteer helpers to provide children and young people with an unforgettable weekend. We would greatly appreciate your support, whether in service, at the buffet, or with restocking goods! Don’t feel like serving or handling payments? – No worries, we’ll find a suitable role for everyone. Sign up now via the link below!
Thank you – we look forward to your support at the 1st Swiss Youth Yodel Festival in Grindelwald!
If you have any questions or uncertainties, feel free to contact us directly at: personal@ejjf-grindelwald.com
Sponsoring and financial support
We are happy about any kind of financial support, we will gladly send you our sponsoring dossier. We are also happy to receive a direct donation. Thank you very much!
Trägerverein 1. EJJF 2026 in Grindelwald
Tuftbach 7
3818 Grindelwald
finanzwesen@ejjf-grindelwald.com
sponsoring@ejjf-grindelwald.com
IBAN: CH57 8080 8007 3497 9587 5
Registration for participation
Registration for participation in the 1st Federal Youth Yodel Festival is now open. Click the link below to go directly to the registration portal. We look forward to many registrations.
Information about the event
Arrival
You can find information on how to get to Grindelwald here: Arrival in Grindelwald
No designated parking available in Grindelwald. Please use P+R Matten.
Accommodation
We kindly ask all participants and guests to book their own accommodation as early as possible.. Click here for the booking portal: Accommodation in Grindelwald. The following hotels provide a room allotment at special rates. Please book your accommodation directly via e-mail to the respective hotel with the note "1st Federal Youth Yodel Festival".
Anyone interested in an overnight stay in a holiday apartment is welcome to contact us. Please send the number of people, the desired dates (Fri/Sat/Sun), and your contact details to the following address: info@ejjf-grindewald.com
4**** Hotels | CHF 140.-
3*** Hotels | CHF 115.-
- Hotel Alpina
- Alpinhotel Bort
- Hotel Caprice (shared rooms also available)**
- Hotel Gletschergarten
- Hotel Hirschen (shared rooms also available)**
- Hotel Jungfrau Lodge (shared rooms also available)**
- Parkhotel Schoenegg
- Eiger Lodge chic
- Hotel Alpenhof
- Derby Swiss Quality Hotel Grindelwald (shared rooms also available)**
2** Hotels | CHF 95.-
Hostels | CHF 60.-
- Youth Hostel (shared rooms also available)**
- Eiger Lodge easy
*The above prices apply per person and per night
**One night in a shared room is available at a rate of CHF 60.-
Important locations and festival venues
1 | Grindelwald train station | Location
2 | Bärplatz: Festival tent | Location
3 | Eiger+ Nordwand square: Alphorn playing | Location
4 | Sports center, curling hall: Flag throwing | Location
5 | Reformed Church: Yodelling | Location
6 | Grindelwald Congress Hall: Yodelling | Location
7 | Graben school building: Workshops & activities for participants | Location
8 | Catholic Church: Yodelling | Location
Mass Choir Song "Sing doch eis für mi"
The official festival and mass choir song is "Sing doch eis für mi" by Adolf Stähli.
You can download the sheet music for duet, trio, quartet, and youth choir below. For children’s choirs, we recommend the original duet version. The song is in the original key.
Organizing committee
Support association
Chinderchörli Grindelwald
More about the Chinderchörli
The Chinderchörli Grindelwald was founded in 1999 and is led by Annerös and Ramona Steuri. The choir currently has 30 children between the ages of 6 and 16.
The next events are as follows:
- Jungfrau Yodeler Meeting
- Grindelwald street festivals
- Bern. Kant. Young talent meeting
- Advent concert (30.11.2025)
More information: www.chinderchoerli-grindelwald.ch
Jodlerklub Grindelwald
More about the Jodlerklub Grindelwald
The tradition of the Grindelwald Yodelling Club dates back to 1938. Today the club is led by Marianne Aebischer and has 24 yodelers in its ranks.
The next events:
- Swiss Federal Yodelling Festival Basel (26–28 June 2026)
- Yodelling meeting of the Jungfrau region
- Grindelwald street festival
- 55th Bernese-Cantonal Yodelling Festival Lenk-St. Stephan (20.-22.06.2025)
- Bachläger Chilbi (06.07.2025)
- Alphorn meeting Männlichen (03.08.2025)
- Church concert (06.12.2025)
More information: www.jodlerklub-grindelwald.ch
Edelwyss-Stärnen Grindelwald
More about the Edelwyss-Stärnen
The Edelwyss-Stärnen, Edelweiss-Stars Grindelwald were founded in 1973 and are now led by Markus Jaun. There are currently 10 yodelers active in the choir.
The next events:
- Performance at entertainment and yodeling evenings
- Grindelwald street festivals
- Yodeling meeting of the Jungfrau region
More information: www.edelwyss-staernen.ch
Impressions
Supporters and partners
Many thanks to all our partners and sponsors who make a significant contribution to the organization.
Contact
Heidi Schlunegger-Friedli
OK-Präsidentin 1. EJJF Grindelwald
info@ejjf-grindelwald.com
