"Z Grindelwald den Gletschren byn, 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, Ref. church and congress hall |
| Entry | Info to follow |
Friday, September 11
From 17:00 | Festival catering on the Bärplatz and meeting point for the formations.
From 20:00 | Entertainment evening in the marquee on Bärplatz with young formations from all over Switzerland.
Saturday, September 12
From 09:00 | Festival catering on the Bärplatz
From 10:00 | Presentations in the respective competition venues and activities for children around the Graben school building and in the marquee on Bärplatz
From 17:30 | Festival speech followed by Chilbi activities with traditional dance music and free yodeling and singing in the festival tent
Sunday, September 13
A cozy end to the event with a rustic, traditional farmers breakfast.
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
IBAN: CH57 8080 8007 3497 9587 5
Registration for participation
Registration for participation for the 1st Swiss Youth Yodeling Festival will open in September 2025.
Information about the event
You can find information on how to get to Grindelwald here: Arrival in Grindelwald
Accommodation during the event can be booked independently online. Click here for the booking portal: Accommodation in Grindelwald
Support association
Chinderchörli Grindelwald
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
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:
- 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
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
Contact
Heidi Schlunegger-Friedli
OK-Präsidentin 1. EJJF Grindelwald
info@ejjf-grindelwald.com