Volksfest Celebration Showcases Swiss Heritage

On Sunday, August 4, 2019, the New Glarus Männerchor invites you to attend the annual Volksfest Celebration. Volksfest celebrates Swiss Independence and the birth of the Swiss nation achieved in 1291. The events of that time became the Wilhelm Tell story, and are the basis for our celebration.
Volksfest continues to honor our community and its Swiss heritage and includes traditional music, food, refreshments, flag throwing, alphorns, and special guests.
Volksfest is held annually at the Tell Shooting Park, located at N8745 County Road O, New Glarus. For more information and or directions please visit www.swisstown.com. The pre-program music begins at 1:00 p.m. The program of Swiss and ethnic music begins at 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 for general admission, and children 12 and under are free. Food and refreshments will be available beginning at Noon.