“Salon des Alpages” Alpine farmers fair

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The 2026 edition of the fair has announced a powerful theme: **the International Year of Pastoralism – how does this affect us all?** The programme for this festive weekend includes a wide range of activities and exhibitions to suit all tastes. **Friday 9 October 2026** * **6.30 pm** Doors open * **7.30 pm** Country concert featuring Les BerGex and Les Zanonymes in the marquee * Bar and food (raclette). The ticket, priced at CHF 20, includes admission to the concert and a voucher for the first raclette (complimentary) * Online tickets available at www. salondesalpages. ch **Saturday 10 October 2026** * **9.00 am** Exhibition opens * **10.00 am** Film screenings in the main hall of the Maison des Congrès * **2.00 pm** Conference with various stakeholders involved in pastoralism in the Salon Vert * **4.00 pm** End of the conference * **6.00 pm** Stalls close * **6.30 pm** Complimentary drinks reception in the foyer of the Maison des Congrès * **8.00 pm** Festive evening with a dinner in honour of the associations and organisations working to promote pastoralism, in the main hall of the Maison des Congrès, with entertainment provided by the Jean-Claude Pernet country orchestra. Open to all, by registration only via the website www. salondesalpages. ch or by calling +41 21 614 25 32 * **Midnight** Event closes **Sunday 11 October 2026** * **09.00** am Exhibition opens * **09.30** am Film screenings in the main hall of the Maison des Congrès * **10.00 am** First round of presentations by the various host organisations and associations working to promote pastoralism, in front of the outdoor area reserved for guests of honour * **1.00 pm** Second round of presentations by the various host organisations and associations working to promote pastoralism, in front of the guests of honour’s outdoor area * **2.00 pm** Presentation of livestock from the Vallée des Ormonts and the Vaud Alps in the show ring * **2.45 pm** Prize-giving ceremony for the ‘School on the Farm’ competition on pastoralism, for pupils from schools in the region * **5.00 pm** Exhibition closes ### Meeting point * In the Congress Center car park and at the Maison des Congrès Claude Nicollier

Highlights

• 13th edition of the Alpine farmers fair
• Country concert featuring Les BerGex and Les Zanonymes
• Focus on the International Year of Pastoralism

General Information

The Salon des Alpages will be held from October 9 to 11, 2026, at the Maison des Congrès in Les Diablerets. This event features exhibitions, film screenings, and a festive dinner, highlighting the importance of pastoralism.

Location

Chemin des Grandes Isles 7, 1865 Les Diablerets, Switzerland

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