15th Federal Folk Music Festival takes place in Altstätten

The Federal Folk Music Festival (EVMF) is the largest and most important folk music event in Switzerland. Every four years, the festival brings together over 1,100 musicians from all genres and around 50,000 to 60,000 visitors from all over Switzerland. The focus is on making music together and cultivating traditions.

In addition to the free music-making, there will also be musical performances throughout Altstätt town center, which will be judged by experts. Around 230 musical performances, including around 50 performances by young musicians, and a parade await the guests.

In the run-up to the EVMF, various events and activities will take place throughout the St. Gallen Rhine Valley. The region will also be involved during the festival: The car and touring car logistics on the Allmend in Altstätten will be used as a parking space for the numerous motorhomes and campers expected.