📍 Location: Leysin, Switzerland
📅 Dates: March 16–22, 2026
🕒 Hours: Activities and performances scheduled daily and nightly
💵 Admission: Multi-day and single-day passes available
🔗 Website: shapes-festival.com/leysin
Overview
High in the Swiss Alps, Shapes Festival Leysin 2026 returns from March 16 to 22, 2026, offering a full week of snow sports, eclectic music, and community spirit. With a reputation for its intimate alpine atmosphere, eco-conscious ethos, and boundary-pushing soundscapes, Shapes is where adventure meets artistry in one of Europe’s most scenic winter festival settings.
What to Expect
- Live Music Across Genres: From electronic and house to hip hop and Afrobeat, featuring international and underground artists
- Mountain Stage Settings: Unique stages set against stunning alpine backdrops and ski-in venues
- Winter Sports Access: Full access to Leysin’s ski slopes, snowboarding terrain, and sledging routes
- Night Sledging & Snowpark Events: After-dark rides and freestyle showcases keep the adrenaline going
- Local Cuisine & Drinks: Food made from fresh Swiss ingredients, with alpine bar pop-ups and après-ski hangouts
- Sustainability-Focused: Emphasis on eco-friendly production, local partnerships, and minimal environmental impact
Getting There
- By Train: Direct connections to Aigle, followed by a scenic mountain train to Leysin-Feydey station
- By Air: Geneva Airport is the nearest international hub, with train service directly to Leysin
- Local Transport: Easily walkable village with shuttle options for access to festival sites
Why Attend
With its stunning vistas, genre-spanning music, and active alpine vibe, Shapes Festival Leysin is more than just a winter getaway—it’s a fusion of culture, creativity, and snow-fueled fun. Whether you’re here to ski all day or dance all night, Shapes brings together a vibrant global community for one unforgettable mountain week.