Fête des Vignerons
Jul 14 - Aug 13, 2039Expected
Just once a generation, the lakeside town of Vevey throws the Fête des Vignerons, a vast spectacle honoring the winegrowers of the Lavaux vineyards. Thousands of performers fill a great arena to celebrate the seasons of the vine, in a UNESCO-honored festival so rare that most people see it only a few times in a lifetime.
Spectators witness a moving pageant honoring the patron saint of winegrowers, Saint-Vincent, with thousands of costumed performers. The final act involves raising the Vine Queen crowned in vine leaves, symbolizing the harvest’s completion.
Vevey, Switzerland
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Fête des Vignerons
Vevey, Switzerland
Just once a generation, the lakeside town of Vevey throws the Fête des Vignerons, a vast spectacle honoring the winegrowers of the Lavaux vineyards. Thousands of performers fill a great arena to celebrate the seasons of the vine, in a UNESCO-honored festival so rare that most people see it only a few times in a lifetime.
Unique to the Lavaux vineyard region, it showcases centuries of wine culture. Historically, every generation of winegrowers participated in preparing the festival. The tradition emphasizes solidarity in rural communities and pride in the land. It has evolved since the 18th century from modest fairs into a massive musical theater involving the entire town of Vevey, preserving local folklore and crafts.
Spectators witness a moving pageant honoring the patron saint of winegrowers, Saint-Vincent, with thousands of costumed performers. The final act involves raising the Vine Queen crowned in vine leaves, symbolizing the harvest’s completion.
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Jul 14 - Aug 13, 2039
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Vevey
Vaud (Romandie)
CHF100 - CHF300
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