Saint Nicolas de Fribourg 2026 takes place from Friday 4 to Sunday 6 December in the city of Fribourg. The Saturday parade, the markets and the family day on Sunday bring together the citizens of Fribourg and visitors from all over the Swiss Romandy.
Who organises it
The festival is organized by Saint-Nicolas de Fribourg, which publishes the 2026 program on its official website.
How it unfolds
- Friday 4 December – Saints’ evening at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, December 5 – markets, Saint Nicholas procession at 5 p.m., speech around 6 p.m.
- Sunday 6 December – Family Day from 10 am to 4 pm, free of charge
The detailed program for each day is available on the official website.
Practical information
- Dates – from Friday 4 to Sunday 6 December 2026
- Location – City of Fribourg
- Price – free family day
- Public transport – free in zones 10 and 11 on Saturday 5 December, according to the organizer
- Languages – program in French and German
Links
- Official website – st-nicolas.ch
- All events in French-speaking Switzerland – Genève Infos Agenda
Sources
- Saint-Nicolas de Fribourg, program 2026, accessed on 12 November 2026
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