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17 - 21 September: «Monde en Fête» festival (Nouveau Monde – Ancienne Gare, Fribourg)
The 4th «Monde en Fête» festival celebrates Gypsy culture. Who are they? What problems do they face? What are their passions? What can we learn from their way of life and culture? A series of concerts, exhibitions, discussions, a conference and storytelling events will give visitors the opportunity to discover the answers to these questions for themselves and to delve deeper into the free-spirited and colorful world of the Romani people.
www.menf.ch
18 September: Night of Delights (Murten)
For one night only, the old town of Murten/Morat will play host to a unique event that will bring out the Epicurean in us all. Local restaurants will set up street stalls, showcasing their own culinary specialties and a veritable smorgasbord of new produce. Stores in the old town will stay open until 11.30 pm. The party begins at 5 pm and will include wine and food tastings, as well as decorating demonstrations and workshops.
www.murtentourismus.ch
20 - 21 September: «Septembre pictural» (Estavayer-le-Lac)
«Septembre pictural» is a public painting competition, held in the old town of Estavayer-le-Lac. It is open to amateurs and professionals, both young and old. The streets of the old town will be filled with an eclectic mix of live music and shows by performing actors.
www.estavayer-payerne.ch
21 September: Moléson – Sunrise and guided tour along the Tremetta ridge
What better place to watch the breathtaking and unforgettable spectacle of the sun rising over the Alps than at the top of the Moléson? Afterwards, enjoy a hearty breakfast at the Observatory restaurant before ending the morning with a guided tour along the Tremetta ridge.
The guided tour is optional.
www.moleson.ch
24 - 25 September: Circus Knie (Bulle)
Founded in 1803 by Frédéric Knie, the Circus Knie is one of the oldest and most famous circuses in Europe. Its 90th show, «Bellissimo», will feature the Alexis brothers from the Cirque du Soleil and their incredible hand-to-hand act, not to mention the world’s fastest juggler, as well as the comedy duo, Cuche & Barbezat, who will be making their Big Top debut! (Fribourg: 6-9 November)
www.knie.ch
25 - 28 September: Fribourg International Storytelling Festival
Once upon a time, there was… a mouse princess, a mad king, an overly-friendly wolf, a giant peach, spirits, devils, a pumpkin that turned into a coach… and they all lived happily ever after! Whether you are young or simply young at heart, the storytelling festival will be an enchanting experience.
Shows, discussions and exhibitions.
www.iletait.ch
27 September: Désalpe (Charmey and Schwarzsee)
The Désalpe is undoubtedly the best-known of all traditional alpine festivals. Having spent more than four months grazing in the alpine pastures, cows finally come home on Désalpe day.
Everyone, including the cows, is dressed up to the nines. The men in their «bredzons», the women in their «dzaquillons», and the cows resplendent with a crown of brightly colored flowers on their head and a clanging bell hanging from their neck. Come and enjoy the procession and much more, like the local farmers’ market and performances by traditional musicians.
www.desalpe.ch
www.schwarzsee.ch
27 September: «Les 20 Heures de musique», Romont
The town of Romont will be alive with the sound of non-stop music, from four in the morning right through to midnight. There are concerts to suit all tastes: classical, blues, brass band, rock, chamber and choral music, C&W, horns, early music, baroque, modern, pop, sacred music, world music, jazz, chanson, swing, and folk. Performers range from soloists, groups, choirs, right up to full-scale orchestras.
www.20heures.ch
5 October: Murten – Fribourg road race
In 1476, Murten/Morat was the scene of the dazzling victory of the Swiss Confederates over Charles the Bold. Legend has it that a messenger, holding aloft a linden branch, ran from Murten to Fribourg to announce the good news. This event is commemorated every fall by the famous Murten-Fribourg road race, which attracts several thousand amateur and professional athletes. The race is run over 17.170 km of hilly terrain.
www.morat-fribourg.ch
29 October - 2 November: «Salon des Goûts et Terroirs», Espace Gruyère (Bulle)
This regional food and wine fair, held every year in Bulle, has now gone national. The aim of the event is to showcase great regional produce from across Switzerland. There is a host of stands and restaurants offering a tempting array of Swiss culinary specialties. You’re sure to find all the right ingredients here for a great day out!
www.gouts-et-terroirs.ch
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