A unique and free-of-charge
experience with numerous
concerts and entertainment
To celebrate Freddie Mercury's birthday
around his statue in Montreux, Switzerland.
Freddie Days - Montreux
Each year, around 5 September, Freddie Mercury’s birthday, our non-profit organisation honours him through Freddie Days, a programme of music, emotion, and shared moments.
Live bands, performances, exhibitions, entertainment... The programme is completely free and open to all, in an exceptional setting by the lake, close to the famous statue of Freddie Mercury.
Some activities, such as the Queen Silent Disco, boat tours and conferences are available upon reservation. By participating, you are also directly supporting the volunteer organisation of the event and helping to keep it free and open to all.
Event Location
Discover our interactive 3D map to better visualise the different points of interest, plan your visit, and find your way around more easily during the event.
The activities take place mainly on the lakeside, near the statue of Freddie Mercury, as well as under the Covered Market, the festival's central gathering point.
The programme is designed for all ages, families, music lovers, long time fans, or simply the curious. Access to concerts and activities is free, with no ticket required and no reservation.
Location map
The map below shows the main points of interest on the site, including the location of the two stages, the bar and the Food Corner.
Food and drinks
A wide range of food trucks offering varied, affordable, high quality options will be available during Freddie Days.
By choosing the official stands, you directly support the organisation and help keep the festival alive. Thank you for your support.
Bar/Beverages
The Festival Bar: Zanzi-Bar
At the heart of the event, the Zanzi-Bar offers a wide selection of drinks: mineral waters, beers, champagne and signature cocktails created by the Swiss vice-champion of mixology. The perfect place to refresh yourself and fully enjoy the Freddie Days atmosphere.
Food-Trucks
How to get to Montreux
Take a look at our "Transport Guide" app, which features an interactive map showing routes from Switzerland's two main airports to Montreux at a glance.
Its highly visual presentation allows you to plan your journey in just a few minutes. Getting to Montreux is really easy, and our app guides you step by step through the process of organising your trip.
By plane: the closest airports to Montreux are Geneva Airport (GVA), located on the other side of the lake in western Switzerland, and Zurich Airport (ZRH).
Both are international airports with train stations located directly inside the airport, making it very easy to reach Montreux by train.
By train: you can use our "Transport Guide" app to find out journey times and train frequencies from the main stations, as well as all the information you need to organise your trip to Montreux.
From Geneva Airport (GVA), regular direct trains take you to Montreux in about an hour.
From Zurich Airport (ZRH), the journey takes about two and a half hours, with a change in Lausanne.
The Freddie Mercury statue, the focal point of our entertainment and concerts, is about a 10-minute walk from Montreux station.
By bus: you can look at our "Transport Guide" to view the routes serving Montreux, check the next departures in real time, and find all the useful information you need to get around easily during your stay in Montreux.
Freddie Mercury’s statue is located near the “Montreux Marché” bus stop, served by line 201, the main lakeside route linking Vevey to Villeneuve, and Rennaz.
The Montreux Riviera Card, provided during your hotel stay, offers free travel across the entire VMCV bus network.
By car: although we recommend travelling to Montreux by public transport, there is a public car park with 450 spaces available for a fee under the Marché Couvert, right next to the Freddie Mercury statue.
Accommodation in Montreux
You can visit the Montreux Riviera tourist office website to easily book accommodation to suit your budget and preferences. A popular destination for visitors all year round, Montreux offers a wide range of accommodation, from comfortable hotels to prestigious palaces.
If Montreux is very busy, don't hesitate to extend your search for accommodation to the neighbouring towns of Vevey, La Tour-de-Peilz or Villeneuve. Located in the immediate vicinity, they are very easily accessible from Montreux.
The "Montreux Marché" bus stop (line 201) is located just behind the Marché Couvert, where the concerts take place. This line runs directly to Vevey and Villeneuve, with buses running every 10 minutes during the day and every 20 minutes in the evening.
Montreux railway station is about a 10-minute walk from the venue. Trains also run regularly in the evening, making it easy to reach neighbouring towns.
You can reach Vevey or Villeneuve in just 20 minutes, easily and comfortably, even after the concerts have finished.
Tip: when staying in the Montreux-Vevey region, your accommodation will provide you with the Montreux Riviera Card. This card offers free travel on the bus network throughout your stay, as well as numerous discounts on most of the region's attractions.
The Official Freddie Mercury Birthday Party
Saturday evening, 5 September 2026, at the Montreux Casino.
Our association supports this event, which is organised by the Mercury Phoenix Trust and takes place every year at the Casino de Montreux, but is not responsible for its organisation.
For any questions or requests about "The Official Freddie Mercury Birthday Party" on Saturday evening at the Casino de Montreux, please send an email to the Mercury Phoenix Trust at nick@moonlightmile.co.uk
Every year, Freddie Days offers a Queen Silent Disco as an alternative or for those who were unable to obtain tickets for this event.
Past Editions
Photos © Andy BJ Photography, Cyril Tondut
Our Partners
www.freddie-tours.com
Guided tours and exclusive events are organised in Montreux, follow in the footsteps of Freddie Mercury!
www.montreux-events.com
Montreux Events is your preferred partner for organising public and private events in the Montreux-Riviera region.
www.mercuryphoenixtrust.org
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