Car & Motorcycle Events in Switzerland 2026 – Calendar

29 October - 31 October 2026

The 66th edition of the International Valais Rally will take place from October 29 to 31, 2026, starting from Martigny. The program includes a shakedown on Thursday in the Martigny area, followed by two days of racing on Friday and Saturday, featuring over 180 km of special stages blending iconic routes and new challenges. As a round of the Swiss Rally Championship, the event welcomes top Swiss and European specialists in the Modern, VHC, and VHRS categories, with the regularity rally now starting before the speed competitors. A paid VIP package (privileged access) is available via riv.ch.

5 November - 8 November 2026

Auto Zürich 2026, Switzerland's largest live automotive event, takes place from November 5 to 8 at Messe Zürich: around 70 brands, over 80 new releases and numerous premieres. The show features the EV Experience (test drives of electric vehicles from all brands by appointment), the Manufaktur & Classic hall dedicated to exclusive limited series and classics, as well as a new space exclusively dedicated to motorcycles. Meanwhile, The Zurich Auction by Broad Arrow brings together around sixty collector cars at the Dolder Grand. Hours: Thursday and Friday 10am-9pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-7pm; adult tickets from 21 CHF online (26 CHF at the box office), free for children under 6 accompanied by an adult.

4 March - 7 March 2027

The 3rd edition of French-speaking Switzerland's automotive rendezvous at Palexpo, successor to the Geneva Motor Show: new models, test drives and mobility experiences. Four days to discover dozens of brands.

24 April - 25 April 2027

The MYLE (My Life Engine) automotive lifestyle festival at Motorworld Kemptthal: giant cars & coffee, youngtimers, supercars, street food and car culture over two days. Dates confirmed via the official ticket shop.