Each year, the Advent season bathes Zurich Airport in a festive atmosphere. One of the highlights is the fifth edition of Zauberpark. From 19 November to 7 December, the music and light art festival transforms the Airport Park into a venue for concerts, light installations, and a wide range of food and beverage options.

Every evening, well-known national and international artists will take the stage, including Marc Sway, two-time Grammy winner Corinne Bailey Rae, German DJ and producer Alle Farben, as well as Bligg with his special “Wiehnachtsshow”. The children’s programme takes place in the early evening, before the music acts begin. Performers include children’s songwriter Andrew Bond, storyteller Tante Carmen, magician Dan White, and the popular children’s band Silberbüx.

To get into the festive mood in advance, visitors can enjoy the Zauberpark Spotify playlist.

Art enthusiasts can also look forward to 17 light art installations by artists from across Europe, displayed along the panoramic path. These works invite visitors to explore, engage, and interact.

Further information about Zauberpark can be found here.

Impressions from Zauberpark 2024:

Christmas Village at The Circle

Coinciding with the opening of Zauberpark, the Christmas Village at The Circle will welcome visitors starting 19 November. Around the main square, charming Christmas huts will offer a selection of warm food and festive drinks. In addition to mulled wine and punch, guests can enjoy raclette, soup, burgers, and traditional Swiss “Chäshörnli”. Sweet treats such as candied almonds, gingerbread hearts, and traditional “Magenbrot” complete the culinary offerings. A special highlight is the fondue hut, which can accommodate up to ten people and offers a cosy, shared dining experience.

At the centre of the main square stands the nine-metre-high “Sparkling Tree”, made of approximately 1,500 mirror balls. From 5:00 p.m., it becomes the focal point of an atmospheric light show, presented every hour on the hour.

Further information about the fondue hut can be found here.

Christmas Shopping, Advent Concert, and Airport Tours

For those in search of the perfect Christmas gift, Zurich Airport offers a wide range of shopping opportunities. Stores are open late into the evening, including Sundays and public holidays. In Airport Shopping, themed displays throughout the terminals offer gift inspiration – whether for an Advent calendar or a special present under the Christmas tree. From 17 to 26 December, dedicated helpers will be available at the gift wrapping station to wrap purchases made on site.

On Saturday, 6 December, Samichlaus (St. Nicholas) will be spreading festive cheer from 12:00 to 19:00 in Airport Shopping, the departure halls, and The Circle. On Sunday, 7 December, the Zurich Airport Orchestra will perform an Advent concert in Departure Hall 2 from 10:30 to 12:00. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of festive brunch options during the Advent season.

Aviation fans will also find plenty to enjoy during the festive season. In addition to the regular public tours, special guided tours and sightseeing rides will be offered over the holidays on the following dates:

• Wednesday, 24 December to Friday, 26 December 2025
• Wednesday, 31 December 2025 to Friday, 2 January 2026

The Bistro Aviolino on Observation Deck B will be open on these days from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.. During the winter season, the bistro’s regular opening hours are Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m..

Further information about Observation Deck B can be found here.

More details on Zurich Airport's Advent activities are available here.