Events, Sports & Active Leisure in the Gstaad vacation region

Gstaad-Saanenland Golf Club – right on the doorstep of our Hotel des Alpes

The Gstaad-Saanenland Golf Club will host numerous golf tournaments in 2026, including highlights such as the Saveurs Gstaad Trophy (July 7) and the SME Golf Trophy (June 27). In addition to tournaments, the club also offers Ladies Days, senior tournaments, and a 9-hole evening tournament.

Major golf events and tournaments in 2026:

• SME Golf Trophy: June 27, 2026.
• AM/AM Tournament: July 4, 2026.
• Saveurs Gstaad Golf Tournament: July 7, 2025 (at the Gstaad-Saanenland Golf Club, Saanenmöser).
• Saanenland Open: July 11, 2026.
• GYC Golf Yachting: August 14, 2026.

Regular Offers & Club Events:

• Ladies Day: Regular tournaments, e.g., Papillon Trophy.
• Seniors Tournament: Regular dates, including the Internal Ryder Cup.
• 9-Hole Evening Tournament: Open Salford Tournament.
• Tiger & Rabbit: Special tournaments for members and guests.

The Gstaad-Saanenland Golf Club features an 18-hole course at an elevation of 1,400 meters in Saanenmöser, renowned for its picturesque setting. The 2025/2026 tournament calendar promises a mix of athletic competition and social events, often combined with culinary experiences.

The tennis courts in Schönried are open to the public.

There are two outdoor clay courts, which can be reserved online through Gstaad Saanenland Tourism.

Details about the tennis courts & hotels:

• Accessibility: The courts are centrally located at Dorfstraße 58, near the train station.
• Prices: Prices are approximately CHF 25.00 per hour.
• Season: The courts are usually open from May to October.

The Hotel Kernen offers an ideal base (near the train station) for tennis players and provides easy access to the courts.

EFG Swiss Open Gstaad

The main tennis event in Gstaad is the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, an ATP 250 men’s tournament taking place from July 11 to 19, 2026, at the Roy Emerson Arena.

It is one of Switzerland’s most traditional clay-court tournaments, featuring stars such as Stefanos Tsitsipas, Stan Wawrinka, and Matteo Berrettini.

• Event: EFG Swiss Open Gstaad (ATP 250).
• Date: July 11–19, 2026.
• Location: Roy Emerson Arena, Gstaad (Switzerland).
• Highlight: Top-level tennis against the backdrop of the Bernese Alps.
• Supporting program: Swiss Tennis Family Day on July 14, 2026.
• Tickets: Available via Ticketcorner.

The tournament is known for its spectacular setting at an altitude of over 1,000 meters and attracts top international players and young talents every year.
More about the event at: https://swissopengstaad.ch/

Beach Volleyball in the Gstaad Holiday Region

The prestigious Swatch Beach Pro Gstaad beach volleyball tournament will take place from July 1 to 5, 2026. It is part of the highest category (Elite16) of the global Volleyball World Beach Pro Tour and brings together the world’s absolute elite in beach volleyball every year in the heart of the Swiss Alps.

• The Professional Tournament: Swatch Beach Pro Gstaad 2026
• Date: July 1–5, 2026.
• Category: Elite16 (The 16 best women’s and men’s teams in the world).
• Location: The main stadium (“Gstaadion”) and the side courts are located in the center of Gstaad, right next to the train station.
• Tickets: Tickets are available directly through the official Beach Gstaad website. Prices start at 35 CHF for uncovered standing or seated areas and go up to VIP packages.

Play & Train in Gstaad

If you’d like to get active on the sand yourself, Gstaad also offers excellent facilities for amateurs:

• Gstaad Sports Center: From May to October, five first-class beach volleyball courts are available here. Use without a reservation is free. A court can be rented exclusively on the Gstaad Tourism website for 25 CHF for a half-day or 50 CHF for a full day.
• Plaza Tournaments: On Saturday, June 20, 2026, the local volleyball club will host the popular mixed-gender tournament Queen and King of the Beach. Registration is open to recreational players.
• Beach Camps: During the summer months, professionally coached beach volleyball camps are held in Gstaad in conjunction with the professional event, offering intensive training in small groups.

Festivals, events and cultural offerings in Gstaad

In Gstaad, visitors can expect a rich cultural offering that will make the hearts of art and culture lovers beat faster. Throughout the year, the region attracts visitors with a variety of cultural events and activities.

Music festivals in Gstaad

One of the best-known events is definitely the Menuhin Festival Gstaad, which takes place every summer. This renowned music festival, named after the legendary violinist Yehudi Menuhin, attracts world-renowned artists and an international audience.

From classical music to jazz and contemporary compositions, the Menuhin Festival offers a wide range of musical genres and concert events that take place in the region's idyllic concert halls and churches.

The Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad is another prominent cultural event in the Gstaad region that attracts music lovers from all over the world. This renowned classical music festival takes place every winter and offers an exclusive selection of concerts by top-class artists in unique venues.

In addition to the concerts, the Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad often also offer master classes and workshops for up-and-coming musicians, making the festival an important place for cultural exchange and the promotion of young talent.

Exhibitions and events

In parallel to the festivals, Gstaad also offers a wealth of other cultural events. Art exhibitions in renowned galleries showcase local talent as well as international artists inspired by the natural beauty and artistic heritage of the region. Theater performances, readings and film screenings also provide cultural diversity and entertainment.

For lovers of traditional crafts and local culture, there are regular events that offer insights into the traditional way of life and customs of the Alpine region. From alphorn blowing and folk dances to handmade craft markets, visitors can experience authentic Swiss culture up close.