30-13Oct-Nov2025
Expovina Wine Ships 2025
Welcome aboard the Expovina Wine Ships, a floating wine paradise on the Lake Zurich fleet at Bürkliplatz! Since the 1950s, this unique event has attracted wine lovers from all over the world. The Expovina wine ships are an annual wine fair with around 160 exhibitors, where around 4,000 different wines from about 30 countries can be tasted and ordered. A diverse supporting programme with masterclasses (guided wine seminars) on different countries and wine styles, for beginners and experts, a wide range of food and events on the club ship and at the Swan Tasting Bar ensure an unforgettable wine experience. This year, Expovina Wine Ships celebrates its 70th anniversary – an exciting programme with exclusive tastings, special guest winemakers and vintners, as well as culinary highlights await all visitors. Event dates 30. 10. 2025 - 13. 11. 2025 Wine exhibition Monday to Saturday: 2 pm to 9 pm Sunday: 12 noon to 7 pm Admission different rates depending on day (CHF 33-38)
14-15Nov 2025
7th edition of the Côtes de l’Orbe Wine Fair
7th edition of the Côtes de l’Orbe Wine Fair: a unique immersion in the terroirs of the Côtes de l’Orbe and Schaffhausen! The Côtes de l'Orbe Wine Fair returns for its 7th edition on November 14 and 15, 2025, in Daillens, in the Gros-de-Vaud region. This unmissable event will offer a unique and convivial experience for wine and terroir lovers, showcasing regional excellence and the wines of the foothills of the Jura. The winegrowers of the Côtes de l'Orbe welcome you to the Jean Villard-Gilles hall in Daillens, where you can explore a wide selection of quality wines, characterized by a unique terroir and a centuries-old winegrowing tradition. This year, the event continues to highlight the diversity of our region with several highlights: a guest region, a local produce market, and a stage of the famous “Verre d'Or” competition. Exceptional wines and a trip across the Rhine Nineteen winemakers from the Côtes de l'Orbe appellation will be present to showcase their wines, which come from a vineyard covering approximately 180 hectares, spread over 22 municipalities between Yverdon-les-Bains and Éclépens. In addition to these local producers, two guest wineries from the canton of Schaffhausen, renowned in particular for their emblematic grape variety, “Blauburgunder,” grown on limestone soils in a temperate climate, will be making a special appearance at the event. Local produce market Alongside the wine stands, a local produce market will bring together a selection of local artisans. You will find craft beers, charcuterie, cheeses, artisanal preserves, macarons, chocolates, and many other products reflecting the gastronomic richness of our region. Contests and entertainment On Saturday morning, visitors will have the opportunity to try their hand at blind tasting during the “Verre d'Or” selection, a Vaud championship where six wines from regional grape varieties will be tasted and evaluated. In addition, an exclusive contest, hosted by the chocolatier “Onde de Choc,” will offer one lucky visitor the chance to win a chocolate cake created especially for the show, on the theme of vines and wine, worth over CHF 800. Catering and atmosphere A refreshment bar and a snack area will also be available to complete this festive and gourmet experience, making this fair a real must for wine and terroir enthusiasts. Opening hours: Friday, November 14, 2025, from 3 p. m. to 9 p. m. Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 10 a. m. to 8 p. m. Admission price: 1 day: 15 per person, including a tasting glass. 2 days: 20 per person, including a tasting glass.
28-30Nov 2025
Vini in Villa
Vini in Villa, the pre-Christmas event for wine lovers and the curious, dedicated to the wines of Ticino, is returning to Lugano. It's a chance to get to know the local wineries up close, taste the wines and find inspiration for Christmas gifts among the 100 or so labels. The event will be held at the beautiful Villa Ciani in Lugano and several wineries will be taking part. In addition to the exhibition area, the programme includes a masterclass, talks, tastings, workshops and live music. Event dates Friday, 28 November 2025, from 4:30 to 8:30 pm Saturday, 29 November 2025, from 2 p. m. to 10 p. m. Sunday, 30 November 2025, 11 a. m. to 2:30 p. m. Admission CHF 20 to 25
29-30Nov 2025
BioVino: Swiss Organic and Natural Wine Fair
BioVino is the leading event for organic wines in Switzerland. The fair aims to offer consumers a high-quality tasting experience so they can make informed choices and discover outstanding wines. BioVino also serves as a resource for organic producers. With around 40 stands dedicated to organic viticulture and wines, we enable wine lovers to discover Switzerland's organic wine treasures. With over 40 stands dedicated to viticulture, organic wines and natural wines, this fair allows consumers to discover the wine treasures of our country. Tastings, wine sales, catering, performances and exhibitions. Event dates Saturday, 29 November 2025, from 10 a. m. Sunday, 30 November 2025, from 10 a. m. Admission CHF 15 / day
