Enjoy Zurifest 2013

Call it Zurifest, Zurifaescht or whatever you please, Zurich's tri-annual celebration is almost upon us and we present a quick rundown of what is going on and how you can join in the fun. It all kicks off on Friday July 5th at 17:00, with festivities running non-stop until midnight on Sunday the 7th. The highlight will, as always, be the the fireworks displays that take place from 22:30 to 23:00 on the Friday and Saturday. In between is a non-stop festival of fun and activity for all ages, all organised with the

• Mine train along General Guisan-Quai and Mythenquai

• Night time gongola rides at Sechseläutenplatz

• Family paradise creche

• Latin show from Caliente

• Tightrope walks between cathedral spires

• High diving shows

• Car and bike shows

I especially like the fact that Zurich is really committed to a round-the-clock festival so that families and party-goers alike can join in the fun. there is plenty to do for kids and once the little ones reach bedtime, it's time for night owls to enjoy the Party Mile and market stalls. Tickets for premium seating are available whereyou can get good seats to watch the fireworks from Mythenquai. Tickets cost 45CHF per seat on the Friday or Saturday. Note that you are not allowed to bring your own food and drink. Our Tipp: Many employers who have offices in and around the Bellevue / Bürkliplatz area open their buildings to allow members of staff and their families to view the fireworks from the roof. It's worth checking if this is available to you. All info on Zurifest 2013 is available in German from this site.